If there is one kind of shoe that I could talk about forever, it would be riding boots. I’m still working on going through all my shoes right now and inspected my riding boots to see if they needed a trip to the cobbler before it cools off. (Please note: it has been extremely hot this week here in the city and I’m hoping that means we’ll have an extended summer, just like I wished for!)
My boots are in great shape (the Tory Boots are made to last!!!), but I kind of wish I could go boot shopping again. I think I’ll have to settle for sharing my favorite pairs with you in hopes that I can live vicariously through your boot shopping. I prefer a boot that hits below the knee and there is no shortage on cute styles.
(One random side note/story: In elementary school, one of my recital dances was to the song “These Boots Are Made for Walkin’.” We wore these white gogo “boots” slipped over our jazz shoes…. mine were too big and kept slipping off during the rehearsals. I was yelled at for tugging at them and someone’s mom ended up gluing the boot to my jazz shoe and leg with hairspray. To this day, hearing that song makes me feel like I have a knot in my stomach from worrying about my dumb boots slipping off!)
Cole Haan Arlington Boot (my top pick!) // Tory Burch Claremont Boot
Shop more these plus a couple extra favorites below:
xoxo
Your timing on this is perfect — totally going boot shopping today! I think the Penny Boot is my favorite of these.
I'm also glad to hear that I wasn't the only one subjected to These Boots Are Made For Walking as a dance recital song. I think mine was for acrobatics but I've mostly blocked it out, except that at one point we were on our backs with our feet in the air.
I find it out of touch with your reader base that you didn't include any cheaper options. The majority of post grads and college students don't have the money to drop $180+ on riding boots. Any affordable boot suggestions?
True, but a great pair of riding boots is an investment because they'll last forever! For the past five years I've spent $30-$40 on pairs of boots that I've had to toss after a semester, I could have bought one good pair that I would still have now. But I suppose it all depends on whether or not you would want to spend the cash on that one pair upfront!
-Jess
thebeantownprep.blogspot.com
I love love love your boot options! Boots are such an investment and not something you want to "cheap out on" unless you want to repurchase another pair after winter is over!
Thanks for the perfect post!
xoxo, SS
http://www.TheSouthernStylista.blogspot.com
I have the Sam Edelman Penny boots and I LOVE them! Comfy out of the box 🙂
My goal is by this time next year to have a pair of Tory Burch riding boots and I'm totally loving the options you chose for this post. *sigh* Someday…
xx Francesca
I have the Sam Edelman Penny's – super cute and comfy but they are a bit slouchy. LOVE the Tory Burch ones!
~Elena
The 20-Something Project
Love these picks, especially the brown Tory Burch boots!
Ellen | A Pop of Pink
I don't need any boots this year either, so I'm living vicariously through everyone else too. I love a good riding boot too, definitely my favorite style.
Kristina does the Internets
Love the Cole Haan! Just some advice though, Tory Burch boots run VERY tight in the calves. I'm average height/weight and couldn't get them to zip more than half way! If you're considering them try them on at a store as opposed to ordering online.
Tory Burch never disappoints in the boot department!
-Akex
http://www.monstermisa.blogspot.com
It's so true that even when you find the perfect pair, you have to have them in another color! Black, camel, grey…haha! There's always a good reason to buy shoes. 😉 xo – R&R
http://www.ruthieandrose.com
ah love your tory burch picks! just ordered the teresa riding boot in coconut myself 🙂
xo, carli
http://www.puppiesandpolkadots.com
Couldn't agree more…riding boots are definitely worth the investment, a quality pair will last for years! My favorite pair is the Archive by Madewell…they're the best!
xoxo,
Andrea
http://www.andreaeveryday.com
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