Three things come to mind when thinking about winter weather—cold, slush, and the best winter boots. The best knee-high boots are a particular favorite for transitioning between seasons: They protect you from the elements (hi, slush puddles) while still looking on-point with dresses, skirts, and all kinds of pants (including your favorite winter leggings!). And unlike most over-the-knee boots on the market, knee-high styles don’t just come in black leather or suede—you’ll find plenty of options in rubber or mock-croc, with different heel heights and toe shapes, plus colors that range from mauve to silver.
For those of you who’ve lived in mini Uggs for the last two years wondering, “are knee-high boots still a thing?”, rest assured they are. Fashion influencers and A-listers have especially been gravitating towards the boot style this season, being spotted on everyone from Kendall Jenner to EmRata in the past few weeks in the form of lug-soles, cowboy boots, and even pointy styles.