15 Pairs of Ankle Boots That Will Fix Your “I

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Can we get a little commotion for boots? Yes, we’re mid-heat wave at the moment. Fuzzy UGGs and steel-toed stompers aren’t exactly the footwear du jour, but take a step back and think about it. Come September, you’re going to be living exclusively in your combats and platform booties. Ankle boots are simply the best. They look good with tights and leggings; they look good with trousers; they look good with skirts and dresses. I could wax poetic about this wardrobe staple, but I’ll let someone else tell you what’s good.

“From timeless design to edgy, chunky silhouettes—the ankle boot is the ultimate style for everyday use,” says Marie Nilsson Peterzén, creative director, VP, and co-founder of Vagabond Shoemakers. She speaks the truth. Ankle boots really are a do-it-all shoe, one that your closet is simply incomplete without. (P.S. While I have you, I swear by Vagabond’s classic white sneaker.)

Speaking of our tried-and-true shoe labels, Steve Madden is among the crème de la crème. Decade after decade, season after season, Steve Madden never fails to dream up new shoes—of all styles and designs—that are quite literally drool-worthy. So, when the team at SM says ankle boots are a necessity, I believe ankle boots are a necessity. “At Steve Madden, we believe silhouette is key when looking for a good ankle boot,” says the brand’s creative retail director, Christina Ciglar. “Keep an eye out for a form-fitting ankle, stylish toe, and a fun heel to find a perfect boot to wear all season!”

Here, from comfortable selects to mega-platforms, find 15 pairs of ankle boots that we (meaning our editors, experts, and fellow shoppers) rate 10 out of 10.

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Best Overall Ankle Boot

Vagabond

Brooke Boot

Best Combat Boot

Dr. Martens

Jadon Smooth Leather Platform Boots

Best Chunky Ankle Boot

Palladium

Revolt Hi TX

Best Chelsea Boot

Sam Edelman

Laguna Chelsea Boot

Best Waterproof Ankle Boot

Merry People

Bobbi Rain Boot

Best Versatile Ankle Boot

Alohas

South Bicolor Corn

Best Platform Ankle Boot

Jeffrey Campbell

Quavo Platform Bootie

Best Black Ankle Boot

Circus by Sam Edelman

Darielle Ankle Boot

Best Wide Fit Ankle Boot

Amazon Essentials

Women’s Ankle Boot

Best High Heeled Ankle Boot

Steve Madden

Cobra

Best Low Heel Ankle Boot

C. Paravano

White Chelsea Boots

Best Leather Ankle Boot

Free People

Portwood Heel Boots

Best Ankle Boot with Fur

Aquatalia

Alyssa Boot

Best Suede Ankle Boot

UGG

Bailey Zip Short

Best Flat Ankle Boot

UGG

Women’s Wilde Fashion Boot Meg Donohue Associate Fashion Commerce Editor Meg Donohue is the Associate Fashion Commerce Editor at ELLE.com.

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