The 17 Best Summer Boots to Wear With Cutoffs or Sundresses

Hit the Dude Ranch

Ganni Mid-Shaft Embroidered Western Boots

Hit the Dude Ranch

Ganni Mid-Shaft Embroidered Western Boots

Reimagine cowboy-inspired fashion with a pair of statement boots in a bold green hue.

Sizes: 5–12

Color: Kelly green

Material: Leather

Heel Height: 1.5"

For a Night Out

Paris Texas Python-Embossed Slouchy Mid Boots

For a Night Out

Paris Texas Python-Embossed Slouchy Mid Boots

Need a pair of boots to break out with a miniskirt or LBD? Python-embossed leather makes a statement, but is versatile enough to wear with either denim or something slinkier.

Sizes: 6–10

Color: Naturale

Material: Leather

Heel Height: 3.5"

The Everyday Boot

See by Chloé Hana Booties

The Everyday Boot

See by Chloé Hana Booties

If you want something slightly dressier than your usual sneakers, a pair of cowboy-inspired ankle boots are a simple style you can wear with summery dresses or denim cutoffs.

Sizes: 35–42

Color: Naturale

Material: Dark beige

Heel Height: 2.25"

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Give Your Feet a Breather

Simkhai Alex Mixed Weave Sculpted Heeled Boots

Give Your Feet a Breather

Simkhai Alex Mixed Weave Sculpted Heeled Boots

Embrace breathability with a pair of woven boots that let in plenty of air. Break them out for dressy occasions when you don’t want to deal with sticky feet.

Sizes: 35–41

Color: Yellow

Material: Leather

Heel Height: 3.25"

For the Great Outdoors

Blundstone 1609 Chelsea Boots

For the Great Outdoors

Blundstone 1609 Chelsea Boots

The ultimate good-for-everything boot, Blundstones are great for all of your summer activities. Pack them for hiking, camping, or simply hanging out on a low-key vacation.

Sizes: 6–11

Color: Antique brown

Material: Leather

What reviewers are saying: “I wear a women's size 8.5–9 and these shoes fit perfectly with the insertable insole. I wish I had bought these sooner! I wear them as work shoes, hiking shoes, lazy shoes... basically every single day since I bought them.”

Make a Statement

Isabel Marant Leila Boots

Make a Statement

Isabel Marant Leila Boots

The western silhouette is a favorite for summer, but this iteration offers a sophisticated twist. The extra-tall two-tone design makes these boots feel instantly dressy.

Sizes: 5–11

Colors: Black and ivory

Material: Leather

Heel Height: 2.5"

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For the Office

Gucci Horsebit Boots

For the Office

Gucci Horsebit Boots

Time to summer-ify your work wardrobe. A sleek pair of ankle boots is the perfect combination of comfortable and chic.

Sizes: 4.5–11

Color: Brown

Material: Leather

Heel Height: 2.1"

Something of a Statement

Khaite Wooster Riding Boot

Something of a Statement

Khaite Wooster Riding Boot

Riding boots are usually considered to be sleek and refined, but how about taking things up a notch with an attention-grabbing silver pair? The flat heel will keep you comfortable as you go about your day.

Sizes: 35–41

Color: Silver

Material: Leather

Heel Height: 0.8"

For a ’00s Throwback

Zara Denim Kitten Heel Ankle Boots

For a ’00s Throwback

Zara Denim Kitten Heel Ankle Boots

Embrace your inner Britney Spears with a pair of denim boots. Yes, they’ll be perfect for an Aughts-themed party, but they’re surprisingly easy to wear with a white-linen look or even a pair of baggy blue jeans.

Sizes: 5–10

Color: Blue

Material: Denim

Heel Height: 2"

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The White Stuff

Proenza Schouler Lug-Sole Platform Combat Boots

The White Stuff

Proenza Schouler Lug-Sole Platform Combat Boots

To lighten up your look, reimagine classic combat boots in summer white. They’ll be easy to style with summer’s whites and pastel hues.

Sizes: 35–41

Color: White

Material: Leather

Heel Height: 0.9"

For Showing Off

Brother Vellies Lauryn Boot in Cow

For Showing Off

Brother Vellies Lauryn Boot in Cow

Get playful with prints and textures. Brother Vellies’ cow-hair boots are a fun way to kick your look up several notches.

Sizes: 5–11

Color: Black and white

Material: Cow hair

Heel Height: 3.5"

For Something Unexpected

Miista Kerri Red Boots

For Something Unexpected

Miista Kerri Red Boots

A little retro and a whole lot of red. These cherry-colored boots are a punchy nod to summer fruit, whether they’re worn with neutrals or bold hues.

Sizes: 5.5–10

Color: Red

Material: Leather

Heel Height: 2.4"

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Instead of Sandals

Bottega Veneta Canalazzo Ankle Boot

Instead of Sandals

Bottega Veneta Canalazzo Ankle Boot

Summer is the season for sandals, but try something a little different with a pair of woven boots like these from Bottega Veneta. They’re dressy enough to wear to a dinner party or even a low-key wedding.

Sizes: 32–42

Color: Blue

Material: Leather

Heel Height: 3.9"

The LBB (Little Black Boot)

Reformation Rosa Stretch Boot

The LBB (Little Black Boot)

Reformation Rosa Stretch Boot

On the hunt for a black boot that will still fit the bill for warmer months? Swap out leather for something light like a stretchy neoprene.

Sizes: 5–11

Color: Black

Material: Neoprene

Heel Height: 2.9"

Make a Statement

Balenciaga Cagole Ankle Boots

Make a Statement

Balenciaga Cagole Ankle Boots

A boot that’s doing all the things: bold pink hue, motorcycle-inspired details, and a killer stiletto heel. Try this pair for a night on the town.

Sizes: 6–11

Color: Pink

Material: Leather

Heel Height: 3.5"

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For Easy Summer Style

Mango Cowboy Ankle Boots

For Easy Summer Style

Mango Cowboy Ankle Boots

At the beach, on the ranch, or even running errands, a pair of simple suede boots in a western silhouette will be a go-to all summer long.

Sizes: 6–9.5

Color: Beige

Material: Leather

Heel Height: 1.57"

The Best Basic Boot

By Far Este Boots

The Best Basic Boot

By Far Este Boots

Invest in a pair of boots that are sleek, simple, and can be easily worn over and over again. For summer, these white boots will be a staple.

Sizes: 35–41

Color: Cream

Material: Leather

Heel Height: 1"

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