Made for walking: The best Chelsea boots for women
Truly timeless classics you'll wear for years to come
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Temperatures may still be a little balmy in the capital, but with the plethora of autumnal outfit inspiration filling our social media feeds, we can’t stop thinking about bagging ourselves a pair of chic Chelsea boots. A timeless favourite of style stars Alexa Chung, Sienna Miller and Kate Moss, no matter the season, pulling on a pair of Chelsea boots has the power to immediately give your look a dose of je ne sais quoi. So versatile is the style that they go with almost anything and never look outdated. However you plan to style them, read on for our pick of the best Chelsea boots to buy now and wear forever.
The best classic Chelsea boots
Whether you’re off for a long weekend in the Cotswolds, or looking to add a little polish to your everyday ensemble, a classic pair of Chelsea boots will be just the ticket. In polished tobacco leather, Church’s Monmouth boot is both practical and pretty, ideal for styling with your autumn workwear, while Burberry’s more fashion-forward design (complete with the iconic Burberry Check) will pair perfectly with your favourite vintage jeans.
For something a little less classic, opt for a pair with a Western edge like Gianvito Rossi’s Wylie Cuban-heeled boots, perfect for day-to-night dressing – or go chunkier in Gucci’s rubber-soled style featuring the brand’s iconic horsebit motif.
The best chunky Chelsea boots
Take style cues from our neighbours to the north and embrace the Scandi-chic silhouette that a pair of chunky boots brings. Try, for example, Hogan's slip-ons with your favourite summer dress to add instant edge – a look that will be just as chic with thick tights and a leather jacket come winter. Alternatively, Brunello Cucinelli's Monili suede boots bring a subtle pop of colour to your ensemble with their dusty brown hue that seem to go with everything.
Alternatively, take your look to the next level with a pair of unusually hued boots, like these chunky stompers from Ferragamo in a statement white colourway with black accents. Or, if you don’t want to push the boat out too far, Gianvito Rossi's boots in a olive green hit the mark between classic and colourful.
The best heeled Chelsea boots
Want to elevate your weekend wardrobe? Plump for a pair with high heels to imbue your cashmere and denim uniform with a little more glamour. Saint Laurent hits the nail on the head with its rock-chic boots, complete with vertiginous heels. Ideal for chilly days, Paris Texas' cioccolato suede platform boots are as cosy as they are chic, and would look perfect paired with a floral maxi dress and shearling coat.
Jimmy Choo's chunky boots offer a slightly lower block heel, perfect for days spent traipsing around department stores (or Holland Park, whatever floats your boat). Elsewhere, Christian Louboutin's embellished pair is perfect for nights out on the town – pair yours with a super-short mini skirt to really show them off.
