Ankle boots are without a doubt a closet staple, but when the weather is warmer and hemlines are shorter, are they really still acceptable to keep wearing? The answer is undoubtedly yes—with a few guidelines, of course. While the fashion set has frequently been favoring western-style boots this summer, not everyone is as open to the idea of wearing thick leather on their feet while the asphalt is a solid 90+ degrees.
Our suggestion when it comes to finding ankle boots that are perfect year-round is to choose styles that are neutral in color and have heels that aren’t too high—think chunky soles and low block heels. Boots that fall within those categories allow you to keep wearing your summer styles well into the winter, thus ensuring that you’re getting the most out of your purchases. We’ve rounded up ankle boots that are everything you’re looking for below, complete with outfit inspiration to get your wheels turning.
Western boots are a perennial fashion piece, but they’re especially having a moment this summer.
Something about suede boots just feels right for summer. I’d style these with a delicate floral dress.
Choose your fighter: neutrals edition.
A fashion-person favorite.
Sleek and versatile.
Because chunky Chelsea boots are still trending hard.
I had to do a double-take, too, but these are in fact Bottega Veneta boots at 60% off. Run, don’t walk.
Western-inspired but still so modern.
I just added these to my closet and have been wearing them with airy mini dresses for the summer.
Sleek and chic.
It doesn’t get any more wearable than these.
If we’re talking western boots, Isabel Marant’s suede styles are the ultimate goal.
Combat boots are seasonless, if you ask us.
I own these and quite frankly stand behind the fact that they’re for wearing 365 days a year.
Tackling summer storms has never looked cooler.
A sleek pair of black ankle boots like this will quickly become wardrobe staples.
I’ve never seen a square toe boot I didn’t love.
White boots feel especially right for the summertime.
