Shop our senior fashion editor's highly curated picks, from classic to trendy.

Three magical words to any fashion person are once again in our vocabulary: It's boot season . There's simply no easier avenue to a chicer fall outfit than a good pair of boots .

The only problem is the vast number of options to choose from. No one should have to narrow them down without some assistance, and I'm here to provide just that.

Given my profession, I'm very familiar with seasonal trends and retailers' stock at any given moment, so trust that you're in good hands.

Whether your goal is to invest in a classic ankle boot or add the trendiest boots of the season to your collection, I've found the best options for you. My only advice is to shop now because history shows that as temperatures drop, so do in-stock units of the best styles. So without further ado, scroll on to peruse the best boots of fall 2026, as chosen by yours truly.

This eel-embossed pair could easily pass for designer.

If you know anything about The Row, you know these won't be in stock for long.

I don't know about you, but I'm adding these to my cart immediately.

Another year, another obsession-worthy Staud Wally boot.

I have a strong feeling that these are going to be a winter It item.

Glove flats and heels have set the stage for glove boots.

Something for the ankle boot purists out there.

I love everything from the calf hair to the height to the kitten heel to the pointed toe.

Not to brag, but I found the perfect snakeskin boots.

Slouchy purple boots are about as fall 2026 as it gets.

Wearably witchy is how I describe these.

I guarantee these will get many wears between now and April.

You can't have a best boots roundup without some leopard print.

Given that they're Jamie Haller, these won't be in stock for long.

Sorry, I couldn't possibly choose just one pair of Staud Wally boots to include.

Every fashion person's favorite Uggs come in calf hair now? Say less.

The wedge-heel trend isn't stopping at sandals.

They're almost sold out, but I couldn't possibly leave them out.

FYI: The reviews for these are excellent.

These are so many cool ways to style these chunky riding boots.

I had to show these on the foot to really get the point across.

Subtly Western, and according to the reviews, very comfortable.