6 Boots to Wear Even During the Height of Summer
Even when it's scorching hot outside, there's an urge inside that drives us to wear boots. They have the superpower of making it seem like we put extra effort into all of our outfits, and trust us—the hotter outside it is, the less work we put into picking out nice clothes.
We understand that most people don't want their legs and feet to get sweaty because of the hot temperatures, but there are some shoes that just look amazing during the summer and can be more comfortable than sneakers. Continue reading to find some of our favorite boots that still work, regardless of the heat.
BP. Keyla Platform Bootie: $26.22
You can never go wrong with a bootie—we've seen these worn since the '00s, and they're still booming today. These shoes have the perfect ankle coverage without constricting your legs on those blazing summer days. And if you love the trendy Western look but don't want to commit to a cowboy boot, booties are the next best thing. They're also on sale for over $70 off. You can't beat that!
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Nasty Gal Faux Leather Ankle Sock Boots: $44.80
We love the Nasty Gal Spice sock boot but aren't interested in wearing a leather-tight, knee-high shoe when the temperature is pushing 100°. Luckily, there are many alternatives, and one of our favorites for the summer has to be these ankle boots from Nasty Gal. It's still got the gorgeous chunky heel and sleek fit but with less coverage, and it doesn't hug your legs as tightly, which will make it a lot easier to wear these in hot weather.
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Dolls Kill Lamoda Pink Believe That Platform Boots: $68
These platform boots from Dolls Kill definitely are not for everyday wear, but we're in the season of Barbie, so we'll find an excuse to wear them. We are absolutely living for this pink and red combo, and the embroidered hearts are just the cherry on top. We are already dreaming about wearing these retro, campy boots on our next night out.
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Charles & Keith Metallic Buckle Knee-High Boots: $109
Moto is the 2023 summer fashion trend we never knew we needed. All the items, from colorblock leather jackets and tops to bold, vibrant accessories feel unlike anything we've seen before, and the boots are the most unique part. These shoes from Charles & Keith are the perfect example of a classic moto boot: chunky, loose and metallic.
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Altar'd State Lady's Night Boots by Dingo: $159.95
Remember that Western trend we mentioned earlier? Well, if you're as obsessed with it as we are, you need to invest in a pair of cowboy boots. These days, you can find all kinds of colors and lengths, but we think the most timeless is a simple black boot. Plus, anything Western arrives with the utmost heat, so you know cowboy boots are made to withstand the hottest of temperatures.
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Hunter Original Tall Boots: $175
Over the past year, we've seen Hunter boots come back into style, and people are styling them more diversely than with the preppy outfits we remember from the peak in the mid-2010s. It wasn't our cup of tea, which put us off from rainboots for a long time, but seeing all the edgy looks on Pinterest has us finally craving the iconic, waterproof Hunter Tall Boot.
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