Seriously Stylish and Functional—Shop Fall’s Must-Have Combat Boots

We are heading into full-fledged fall, which means it’s time to refresh your boot game for the season. One style that is always on this New Yorkers’ shopping list is the combat boot. The best combat boots are comfortable, provide traction for those slick sidewalks, and are downright stylish. Generally categorized with a lace-up design, today’s best combat boots can be seen in varying heights, from ankle to mid-calf and even knee-high, for the truly daring.

On the runway for Fall/Winter 2022, Christian Dior styled chunky lace-ups under full, ladylike skirts in khaki and pleated wool, whereas Versace models took on a super chunky option, paired with mini skirt suits in menswear motifs and graphic tees. Even the recent VOGUE World fall fashion show featured the heavy stomper boot, worn with the show-stopping metallic finale looks, on the likes of models Irina Shayk and Lila Moss.

And if the runway moments haven’t completely sold you yet, the girls on the street just might win you over. Over the years, street style stars like Bella Hadid and Kendall Jenner, have proven the boots lasting power as well. Tucked in or out of jeans, worn with pleated knee skirts, or sometimes with a bare leg and mini dress, they’ve shown this shoe has serious styling capabilities.

So stock up on something with tread, like the chunkier lug sole options from Balenciaga and Loewe, or go for something sleeker like Legres’ signature lace-up ankle boot, because shoe trends come and go, but a hardworking boot never goes out of style.

Below, shop 24 best combat boots to wear all season long.