Summer is just around the corner – but if you thought it was beachy sandal season, think again. If influential dressers like Emily Ratajkowski are any indication of what’s hot in footwear, you shouldn’t put away your chunky boots just yet. Hear us out.
In New York City this week, the model emerged for a stroll wearing a pair of leather moto boots. A knee boot on the cusp of summer? Why not! The edgy style was all over the autumn/winter 2024 runways at shows like Miu Miu, where they were paired with elegant skirts. It’s no surprise, then, that Ratajkowski’s distressed brown leather pair is also from Miu Miu. The star gave her shoes a more seasonal twist, pairing them with a cropped white tee, and athletic-style shorts. (Other stars, like Zoë Kravitz, have also paired gym shorts with fancy shoes.)
Sure, a pair of leather boots is probably not going to be your first choice on a sweltering day. But when offset with lighter and breezier pieces, you can’t deny that the heft of the boot adds a dash of cool to a look. It’s a styling choice worth considering on a day where there’s a nice summer breeze (or if you’re going from car-to-door with minimal walking).