
Autumn’s best ankle boots for women
Put your best foot forward in this season’s must-have styles
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Winter coat. Tick. Scarf, hat and gloves. Tick, tick, tick. Last but not least, footwear. An essential in every woman’s autumnal wardrobe should be a pair of trusty ankle boots. Believe us when we say they go with everything – from tucking them under jeans to matching them with a maxi dress, midi or even a cute mini skirt, the best ankle boots are the icing on the cake that finesses your winter outfits.
Whether out and about in the city, attending meetings or clinking champagne on a Friday night, level up your chicest looks with the most versatile boot there is. Ankle boots come in all sorts of styles – block heels, kitten heels or flats, leather, suede, plain or patterned – we are truly spoilt for choice. Shop our edit of this season’s best ankle boots – buy now, wear forever.
Manolo Blahnik Baylow 50 Buckled Ankle Boots

Carrie Bradshaw famously said, “You can take my Fendi baguette, you can take my ring and my watch, but please don’t take my Manolo Blahniks” – and she has a point. We certainly wouldn’t want anyone taking these cherry red velvet ankle boots away from us. With an elegant pointed toe silhouette, low heels and, of course, sporting the brand’s distinctive buckle, this is the perfect choice for sophisticated evening soirees.
Cos Square-Toe Leather Ankle Boots

Equally chic styled with your favourite jeans as they are paired with maxi skirts and dresses, these ankle boots will add the finishing touch to your seasonal look. With a contemporary square-toed silhouette, they’re crafted from 100 per cent chrome-free leather and feature conical heels for that little extra height and pizzazz.
Prada Leather Laced Booties

A more sporty spin on the ankle boot, but still with an aura of je ne sais quoi, these lace-up booties take the classic hiking boot to new levels. Practical with chunky rubber soles and leather linings, pair with your cosiest winter coat and go for a good stomp around the city or country.
Free People Girls’ Night Ankle Boots

Head straight from the office to your girls’ night out in these vintage-chic pull-on boots. A change from the classic black, the warm chocolate shade framed by metal detailing at the toe makes them the perfect go-between pair of boots for all occasions. Plus, the block heel will make all the difference comfort-wise.
Gucci Horsebit Ankle Boots

Level up your winter ensemble with Gucci’s iconic boots, finished with the brand’s signature horsebit embellishment for a simple, classic look. Crafted from black patent calf leather and finished with chunky soles, wear from the office to cocktails for an effortless all-day, all-night style.
Legres Grained Leather Ankle Boots

Perfectly paired with midi dresses to show off their detailed lace-up design, these Victorian-style ankle boots will instantly give that edge to your winter outfit. Designed in London and made in Italy from supple grained leather, Legres’ boots have a smooth finish with rounded toes and rubber soles for a smart, sharp style.
Maison Margiela Tabi Ankle Boots

Elevate your wintry darks with these totally OTT metallic silver boots and transform any outfit in seconds. Featuring Maison Margiela’s signature Tabi split-toe, inspired by traditional Japanese footwear, combined with a crinkled leather texture and block heels, this jazzy pair of boots are the ultimate pièce de résistance.
Aquazzura Montmartre Ankle Boots

Opt for this slick pair of animal print boots for a tres chic, tres striking footwear choice. Working wonderfully with neutral and camel shades, these boots will add a pop of fun to your winter outfit with their snake-effect leather and sharply pointed toes offering a bold and empowering look. Wear to work, to the bar or to your Christmas party and knock ‘em dead.
Saint Laurent Ashley Leather Ankle Boots

Slip into these timeless Saint Laurent boots and dress up any outfit, whether working or weekend-ing. A wardrobe must-have, the traditional black leather boot will go with everything from trousers to dresses while the sharp stiletto heel and elongated toes will add drama to your winter wardrobe.
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