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    Fall Boots Are My Favorite Category to Shop—16 Perfect Pairs From Nordstrom

    It's (almost) the season.

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    By Kelsey Stiegman
    Published 6 August 2026 In Buying Guides

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    I'm one of those people who keeps fall boots on rotation 365 days a year. For me, there is no designated "boot season"—every season is boot season. And by extension, every season is boot shopping season.

    This might sound counterintuitive, but summer is actually the best time to buy boots. In the warmer months, labels strike down their pricing across the board, so you can get a jump on fall dressing for a fraction of the original price. Nordstrom, specifically, is having their mid-summer Anniversary Sale—and boots are a major category.

    Right now, there are more than 200 pairs on sale, and that encompasses every style you might need. Shop all the boots worth investing in—from suede moto boots and slouchy knee-highs to tall cowboy boots with playful buckle details—right ahead.

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    MARGAUX, The Imogen Boot

    MARGAUX
    The Imogen Boots (Were $575)
    $385
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    Espresso was the designated color of the season last fall and I'm predicting it will secure the same honor two years running. Start prepping your closet now with these luxe suede boots.

    Eclat Platform Bootie

    Ash
    Eclat Platform Booties (Were $225)
    $150
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    I am not a round-toe girlie—unless, that round-toe is cartoonishly large. Like with pointed or square-toe, I want my round toe boots to make a statement. And these most certainly do.

    Bernardo Footwear, Etta Slouch Bootie

    Bernardo Footwear
    Etta Slouch Booties (Were $368)
    $250
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    Slouchy boots give off a funky edge that traditional silhouettes simply can't manage. Shop them in an expensive-looking fabrication, like suede, to add an additional element of interest.

    Buck Wild Knee High Western Boot

    Dingo
    Buck Wild Knee High Western Boots (Were $199.95)
    $135
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    Just picture these bad boys styled with a skintight LBD and chunky silver jewelry. That's a going-out vibe that hits every single time.

    Zara Bootie

    FRANKIE4
    Zara Booties (Were $304)
    $230
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    Ankle booties have kind of left the fashion conversation. Style these with a pair of baggy jeans or a maxi dress and you'll understand why they shouldn't.

    SOREL, One Aveamp;trade; Alpine Faux Fur Trim Waterproof Boot

    SOREL
    One Ave™ Alpine Faux Fur Trim Waterproof Boots (Were $160)
    $120
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    I don't know who needs to hear this, but your Dr. Martens are not winter boots. You need a soft pair with good tread that can carry you through a nor'easter or two. These Sorel beauties will do all of that—and for $40 off.

    Refined Quilted Rain Boot

    Hunter
    Refined Quilted Rain Boots (Were $200)
    $120
    SHOP NOW

    Hunter boots are a cult favorite for a reason—they really are that girl. This quilted pair, specifically, feel elevated and unique compared to all the other Hunter boots.

    Ophelia Knee High Boot

    Schutz
    Ophelia Knee High Boots (Were $298)
    $200
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    If the void you're looking to fill is that of "hot girl boots"—the kind that would feel right at home at a swanky cocktail lounge—look no further than these saucy Schutz beauties.

    Rusty Tall Boot

    Dolce Vita
    Rusty Tall Boots (Were $275)
    $180
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    They're considered more of a novelty, but motorcycle boots are actually incredibly versatile. Wear yours with dresses, skirts, shorts, and beyond.

    Corey Lug Sole Chelsea Boot

    Rag Bone
    Corey Lug Sole Chelsea Boots (Were $498)
    $330
    SHOP NOW

    Looking for something a bit more rugged and wearable? A good pair of Chelsea boots will be your ride-or-die for everything from nature walks to nights out.

    Brax Pointed Toe Boot

    Steve Madden
    Brax Pointed Toe Boots (Were $269)
    $180
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    Animal print boots have quickly become the most-worn pair in my very expansive shoe collection. As such, I might be looking to add another print to my lineup.

    Kenneth Cole, Brisbane Kitten Heel Pointed Toe Knee High Boots (Were $

    Kenneth Cole
    Brisbane Kitten Heel Pointed Toe Knee High Boots (Were $269)
    $180
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    High-fashion girlies, this one's for you. These are the boot version of a wide-leg trouser: dramatic, edgy, and unfailingly chic.

    GUESS, Carolan Pointed Toe Slouch Boots (Were $249)

    GUESS
    Carolan Pointed Toe Slouch Boots (Were $249)
    $165
    SHOP NOW

    Super-tall boots can feel intimidating off the jump, but after a few wears, you'll start to reach for them time and again.

    Zoryn Belted Pointed Toe Boot

    BCBGMAXAZRIA
    Zoryn Belted Pointed Toe Boots (Were $99)
    $65
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    Superfluous metallic detailing is the one surefire way to sell me on a product—whether shoes, handbags, or clothes. These sassy suede booties are the epitome of that rule.

    Ariat, Heritage Western R-Toe Boot

    Ariat
    Heritage Western R-Toe Boots (Were $169.95)
    $110
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    I've had the same pair of black cowboy boots for nearly a decade—and I still love them as much as I did on the first day.

    Gerty Pointed Toe Knee High Boot

    Nine West
    Gerty Pointed Toe Knee High Boots (Were $249)
    $150
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    Remember in the original Freaky Friday, when Tess emerges from her new makeover in a killer dress and the bitchiest boots you've ever seen?

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    Kelsey (she/her) is a freelance fashion editor and writer. At Marie Claire, she provides witty celeb style commentary, unpacking the style choices of stars like Zoë Kravitz, Dua Lipa, Selena Gomez, and her fashion superhero, Rihanna. When she’s not tracking the personal style of Hollywood’s elite, Kelsey also covers designer collabs and industry news.

    Before taking her talents to Marie Claire, Kelsey was the Senior Fashion Editor at Bustle, where she oversaw the site’s fashion coverage. Prior to Bustle, she came from a six-year stint at Seventeen. In her freelance era, Kelsey contributes to publications like InStyle, Cosmopolitan,and more. Follow @klstieg on Instagram for 'fit pics and travel recommendations.

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