The 7 Types of Boots You'll See Everywhere This Fall, Your Closet Included

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Fall is the best time to invest in a new pair of boots. If you think about it from a trend perspective, the silhouette you choose will last you well into next year, and all the styles here are appropriate for each and every month. You might be sporting your cowboy boots with a floral midi dress now, but work them with a cozy shearling coat and thick denim come Winter, and you've got a whole new look on your hands.

Boots are so popular (come on, who doesn't love 'em?) that it was hard to narrow down our list to the top five pairs you need. Instead, take a look at the seven shapes that are making it big this season, along with our favorite iterations at a variety of price points.

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Cowboy Boots
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Cowboy Boots

Cowboy boots take all forms for Fall 2018. Rihanna's Off-White x Jimmy Choo style has a puff effect that make these instantly noticeable on the street, but the shape is perfectly trendy, and we're seeing lots of Western boots that come to this height and stop right at the shin.

Get more tips for wearing your cowboy boots here.

Off-White x Jimmy Choo Sara 100 Boots
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Off-White x Jimmy Choo Sara 100 Boots

Make like Rihanna and shop the Off-White x Jimmy Choo Sara 100 Boots ($785, originally $1,570).

Fendi Pink Crocodile-Embossed Ankle Boots
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Fendi Pink Crocodile-Embossed Ankle Boots

The powder pink shade of these Fendi Pink Crocodile-Embossed Ankle Boots ($1,190) is simply irresistible.

Zara Embroidered Leather Cowboy Ankle Boots
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Zara Embroidered Leather Cowboy Ankle Boots

Work the Zara Embroidered Leather Cowboy Ankle Boots ($169) with your darkest denim.

Dolce Vita Union Boots
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Dolce Vita Union Boots

You won't believe how many midi dresses these Dolce Vita Union Boots ($200) go with.

Missguided Red Mid Height Heeled Western Boots
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Missguided Red Mid Height Heeled Western Boots

Get flashy with the trend in the Missguided Red Mid Height Heeled Western Boots ($36, originally $60).

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Knee-High

Gigi Hadid's Fendi boots came right off the Fall 2018 runway, and their milky-white colorway lent her neutral street style look a luxurious touch. Karl Lagerfeld's take includes Western-inspired stitching, but you can also stick to a more modern, clean version of the boot that stops right at the knee. Think of this silhouette as the new thigh-high.

Fendi Multicolor Fabric Boots
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Fendi Multicolor Fabric Boots

Everything about these Fendi Multicolor Fabric Boots ($1,490) is on trend, from the shape to the shiny finish.

Zara High Heeled Leather Boots
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Zara High Heeled Leather Boots

Shop the Zara High Heeled Leather Boots ($199) in three unique colorways.

Tibi Caleb Boots
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Tibi Caleb Boots

Your legs will look like they go for miles in the Tibi Caleb Boots ($1,095).

Sam Edelman Caprice Knee-High Boot
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Sam Edelman Caprice Knee-High Boot

The sand shade of the Sam Edelman Caprice Knee-High Boot ($150, originally $225) makes them an instant must have.

ASOS Caiden Pointed Knee High Boots
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ASOS Caiden Pointed Knee High Boots

Opt for patent leather in the ASOS Caiden Pointed Knee High Boots ($32, originally $79).

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Animal Print
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Animal Print

Whether you prefer leopard, snake effect, or even zebra (looks like Gwen Stefani's a fan of leopard), animal-print boots are a clear must have at all heights. See Kim Kardashian's snakeskin Yeezy stunners for proof.

Alexander Wang Spencer Ball Chain Chelsea Boots
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Alexander Wang Spencer Ball Chain Chelsea Boots

You'll be so glad you bought these Alexander Wang Spencer Ball Chain Chelsea Boots ($895) once you see how much you wear them.

Zara Printed Leather High Heel Ankle Boots
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Zara Printed Leather High Heel Ankle Boots

Turn up the sex appeal when you work the Zara Printed Leather High Heel Ankle Boots ($149) with a miniskirt and oversize denim jacket.

London Rebel Kitten Heel Point Boot
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London Rebel Kitten Heel Point Boot

Wear the London Rebel Kitten Heel Point Boot ($36, originally $73) with cropped denim.

Altuzarra Davidson Leopard-Print Jersey Ankle Boots
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Altuzarra Davidson Leopard-Print Jersey Ankle Boots

These Altuzarra Davidson Jersey Ankle Boots ($995) feature leopard print like no other.

Balenciaga Leopard Print Pointy Toe Boot
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Balenciaga Leopard Print Pointy Toe Boot

The shape of the Balenciaga Leopard Print Pointy Toe Boot ($1,650) is iconic and instantly recognizable.

Yeezy Python Ankle Bootie
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Yeezy Python Ankle Bootie

The Yeezy Python Ankle Bootie ($1,200) comes to the perfect height.

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Victorian Lace-Up
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Victorian Lace-Up

This boot shape tends to elongate the legs, depending on how high your lace-ups travel up the leg. Their vintage appeal is a fun way to mix modern pieces, like Tracee Ellis Ross's distressed denim, with something more old school.

Boohoo Lace Up Block Heel Sock Boots
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Boohoo Lace Up Block Heel Sock Boots

These Boohoo Lace Up Block Heel Sock Boots ($35, originally $70) are perhaps the most neutral version of the trend you could invest in.

Leith Mila Corset Bootie
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Leith Mila Corset Bootie

The Leith Mila Corset Bootie ($70, originally $110) is begging for a midi dress with a modest lace neckline.

Coach Lace Up Bootie With Western Stitch
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Coach Lace Up Bootie With Western Stitch

Selena Gomez is a fan of the Coach Lace Up Bootie With Western Stitch ($595) — she wore the black version to the runway show!

Laurence Dacade Sabrina Leather-Trimmed Lace Ankle Boots
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Laurence Dacade Sabrina Leather-Trimmed Lace Ankle Boots

If we could have a romantic dinner by candlelight with a pair of shoes, it'd be the Laurence Dacade Sabrina Leather-Trimmed Lace Ankle Boots ($800).

Christian Louboutin Frenchie Lace-Up Over the Knee Sock Boot
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Christian Louboutin Frenchie Lace-Up Over the Knee Sock Boot

If you're the daring sort, invest in extra inches and shop the Christian Louboutin Frenchie Lace-Up Over the Knee Sock Boot ($1,595).

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'80s Booties
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'80s Booties

The '80s bootie usually has a pin-thin heel and hits at the ankle. For Fall 2018, its most popular colorways are black, cherry red, white (like Ashley Graham's pick), and even snakeskin. This silhouette has stuck around for a while now, and to style it most simply, you can use it to make skinny jeans and a tee feel seriously trendy.

Get inspired to wear your '80s booties here.

Balenciaga Check Knife Ankle Boots 80
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Balenciaga Check Knife Ankle Boots 80

The Balenciaga Check Knife Ankle Boots 80 ($1,391) mesh the '80s with '90s Cher Horowitz vibes.

Mango Suede Sock Ankle Boots
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Mango Suede Sock Ankle Boots

The heel point on the Mango Suede Sock Ankle Boots ($85, originally $170) will garner tons of attention.

Stuart Weitzman Demibenatar Scruch Booties
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Stuart Weitzman Demibenatar Scruch Booties

A little hot pink never hurt nobody. Shop the Stuart Weitzman Demibenatar Scruch Booties ($173, originally $575) to stand out on the street.

Zara Leather High Heel Ankle Boot
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Zara Leather High Heel Ankle Boot

The Zara Leather High Heel Ankle Boot ($129) comes in three different colors, but our favorite is the crisp white.

Malone Souliers Daisy Leather-Trimmed Velvet Ankle Boots
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Malone Souliers Daisy Leather-Trimmed Velvet Ankle Boots

The Malone Souliers Daisy Leather-Trimmed Velvet Ankle Boots ($795) are so very '80s, with a Western, romantic touch.

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Combat Boots
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Combat Boots

Hailey Baldwin is a big fan of the '90s combat, as are so many of the other supermodels who really pioneered this trend months ago. Some of the more recent iterations have contrast laces or thick platforms that add extra height. Work them with an oversize denim jacket like Hailey to play up the grunge effect.

Gucci Trip Lug Sole Combat Boot
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Gucci Trip Lug Sole Combat Boot

Let everyone know you choose Gucci with the iconic logo stripe on the brand's Trip Lug Sole Combat Boot ($980).

Zara Leather Ankle Boots With Faux Pearls
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Zara Leather Ankle Boots With Faux Pearls

The Zara Leather Ankle Boots ($70) come with faux pearls that give your look a little something extra.

Dr. Martens Bentley II HRT Brogue Boots
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Dr. Martens Bentley II HRT Brogue Boots

How could you not covet a combat boot with a swipe of leopard like these Dr. Martens Bentley II HRT Brogue Boots ($150)?

Miu Miu Lugged Combat Boot
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Miu Miu Lugged Combat Boot

Walk with confidence in a chunky platform heel when you're in the Miu Miu Lugged Combat Boot ($750).

Stuart Weitzman Lexy Leather Combat Boots
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Stuart Weitzman Lexy Leather Combat Boots

Help! We've fallen madly in love with the periwinkle shade of these Stuart Weitzman Lexy Leather Combat Boots ($598).

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High Shine
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High Shine

Whether you prefer patent leather in any shade, like Selena Gomez's Balenciaga boot, or a gold and silver boot with a metallic finish, these make the most impactful statement of all, and they'll help you make a flash when you step onto the street. Sometimes, the outfit revolves around the shoe, and when it comes to high shine boots, that is the case.

Calvin Klein 205W39NYC Tex Tarrana Metallic Bootie
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Calvin Klein 205W39NYC Tex Tarrana Metallic Bootie

We love the fresh silhouette of the Calvin Klein 205W39NYC Tex Tarrana Metallic Bootie ($1,295) with a long, square toe.

Jeffrey Campbell Aliases PVC Ankle Boots
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Jeffrey Campbell Aliases PVC Ankle Boots

The Jeffrey Campbell Aliases Ankle Boots ($175) have shiny patent leather and PVC details too.

Dorateymur Nizip II Boots
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Dorateymur Nizip II Boots

If you truly love gold, you'll wear these Dorateymur Nizip II Boots ($590) for a very long time.

Dr. Martens Pascal IM Boots
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Dr. Martens Pascal IM Boots

Combine two trends and shop these flashy Dr. Martens Pascal IM Boots ($84, originally $120).

Jeffrey Campbell Aliases Boot
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Jeffrey Campbell Aliases Boot

The Jeffrey Campbell Aliases Boot ($180) reminds us of aluminum foil in the best possible way.

Topshop Hoopla Broken Heel Bootie
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Topshop Hoopla Broken Heel Bootie

Rose gold fans will be all about this Topshop Hoopla Broken Heel Bootie ($110).