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 rising in the capital, but with the plethora of outfit inspiration filling our social media feeds in the weeks since Glastonbury, 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 So versatile is the style that they go with almost anything and never look outdated.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 Prada’s more fashion-forward design 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 block-heeled boots, perfect for day-to-night dressing – or, go softer in Burberry’s tan leather style featuring the brand’s classic vintage check.
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, Isabel Marant'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, Gucci’s GG Supreme boots bring a pop of colour to your ensemble with monogrammed neon green inserts that, perhaps surprisingly, go with everything.
Alternatively, take your look to the next level with a pair of unusually hued boots, like these chunky stompers from Bottega Veneta in a statement cream colourway. Or, if you don’t want to push the boat out too far, Ganni’s boots in a Kalamata 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, Rabanne's sleek leather platform boots are as cosy as they are chic, and would look perfect paired with a floral maxi dress and shearling coat.
Ganni's chunky boots offer a slightly lower 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.
