The cowboy boot is one of those things where you’re embedded on either side of the proverbial fence; you either love it, or you don’t. But for Fall 2018, the consensus is pretty much unanimous: It’s about to get mainstream in the fashion world.
Seen across the A/W ‘18 presentations, the cowboy boot just wouldn’t quit. Whether it’s Fendi’s candy coloured croc skin iterations, dusted in metallic silver in true Altuzarra fashion, or finding new contemporary shapes ala Isabel Marant or Tibi, it all just goes to show that designers couldn’t keep the cowboy boot off their minds – and now, it’s on our minds too.
Get ready to meet the cowboy boot 2.0 – updated, without losing its charm, with sleek silhouettes and urban prints. The pointed toe, angular low heeled, notched leather boot is the look you should be going for.
Here are 10 picks to check out and get yourself a pair this season. We say, be bold and wear them to the office too.
Offering a sophisticated and polished twist on the traditional cowboy – peep the lack of a notched shaft, these Givenchy boots drive the cool factor up with a duo-tone design and chunky architectural slanted heels.
Count on Miu Miu to deliver a pair of cowboy boots so fun and charming, that we’re trying not to hit ‘purchase’ instantly.
Rocking a square edged pointed toe, studs lining the top of the sole, and a strap fastening, these blue glitter boots will be the life of any party.
With a distinctive two-tone geometric heel with a cutout, these Cutwalk boots were the de rigueur footwear at Fendi’s A/W ‘18 show.
Made of powder pink crocodile-embossed leather, these boots inject a dose of youthfulness and joie de vivre into the season’s coveted Western look.
Retiring the cowboy boot’s chunky low heel in exchange for a high stiletto toe, these brown and white cow patterned boots from Italian shoe label Casadei are a chic alternative for the lady who just can’t give up her heels (we feel you).
Fresh out of Zimmermann’s Fall 2018 collection, these snakeskin printed ankle boots were crafted from Brazilian soft calf leather and feature a detachable ankle belt festooned with mini gold studs. Model on the brand’s runway presentation and style these with a floral dress.
Made from supple textured-leather with glossy patent trims that take the place of traditional Western stitching, these modernised cowboy boots are toughened with an edgier look. Whether you choose to fashion this jeans for a casual look or a wrap skirt for the office, these boots will do all the work in sprucing up your ensemble.
Crafted from buttery sand coloured leather, this pair of Lamsy boots from Isabel Marant’s A/W ‘18 collection features a sleek pointed toe with polished silver detail and a stacked conical heel that’s a signature of the brand.
If you like shoes that you can easily throw on and go, these are the ones for you; they’ve got looped tabs that allow you to slip them on and off with a free hand.
Maison Margiela interprets the classic cowboy boot in milk white calfskin, Western-style decorative stitching along the sides and a sharply pointed toe that exaggerates the silhouette – true to the brand’s artisanal vision.
Featuring a decorative beige panel against a black smooth calf leather backdrop, these kicks are understated yet totally glamorous.
We’d pair ours with a midi skirt or three quarter trousers to keep the focus on the boots.
An unforgettable standout from Creative Director Ditte Reffstrup’s Ganni Fall ’18 show, these ‘Marlyn’ cowboy boots are one of the season’s must-haves.
Crafted from dark-brown leather with a white overlay stitched on top, these boots feature endearing heart-shaped cutouts and wing-shaped overlay design on the vamp.