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These white ankle boots will transform your spring wardrobe
By Lara Faye
Updated 6 years ago
A total wardrobe makeover in one pair of shoes? Yes, it’s happening. Reinvent your spring wardrobe with bright white boots that add an instant lift to any outfit.
We all have a pair of trusty black ankle boots. Convenient and stylish, they tick every box except the one that says your boots should be white this season.
The easiest way to update your existing wardrobe for a new season is to switch up your accessories, and now that the sun has decide to show itself (kind of), we are embracing white. The 70s kind that bring a new energy to your look whilst helping you achieve super style status. The perfect white ankle boots are ones that you can throw on with everything from a floral dress to classic blue jeans for a laidback off-duty look, to a colour-blocked trouser suit for a fashion-forward ensemble that looks just as chic during office hours as it does over dinner and drinks.
Whether you favour a sculptural heel or a chunky-soled combat boot, these are the best white boots to add to your wardrobe now and wear all season long.
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Jigsaw
We love the idea of cowboy boots, but they can feel a bit daunting. If this is your first rodeo, try these Western-inspired leather boots: the standout stitching and chunky heel put a refreshingly modern spin on the trend.
Asos
Bright white shoes make a statement all on their own, but these smooth matte leather boots by Depp have the added bonus of a sculptural, stacked, mock-wood heel. Like pristine pieces of art for your feet.
Vagabond
Ideal for the office and just as good for post-work drinks, leather ankle boots are an everyday godsend. With a sharply-angled block heel, this pair will offset feminine skirts and jazz up your trusty denim staples: just remember to roll up your jeans to show them off to their fullest.
Charles & Keith
A kitten heel feels every bit as sleek as a stiletto, but is infinitely easier to wear. The ultimate day-to-night shoe, this pair brings just the right amount of edge to your 9-5 wardrobe repertoire and hits all right style notes when worn with a puff-sleeved top and blue jeans on the weekend too.
Stuart Weitzman
Move over diamonds, we all know that combat boots are a woman’s real best friend. The freshest way to wear your footwear favourite this season? In a glacial shade of white, of course.
Acne Studios
Striking the perfect balance between casual and chic, these textured off-white leather boots are the “wear everywhere” piece that will integrate effortlessly into your existing spring wardrobe. Wear yours with oversized suiting for a cool 9-5 ensemble, and on the weekend simply substitute your wide-leg trousers for blue denim for the perfect off-duty look.
Shop Acne Studios textured patent-leather ankle boots at Net-A-Porter, £480
Topshop
There’s a time and a place for a cowboy boot –and that’s always and forever. This cowboy-Chelsea boot hybrid makes suitably subtle interpretation of the trend, and feels especially chic when worn with a printed midi dress or silky skirt.
Prada
Looking for a heavy-duty take on the white boot trend? The search is over thanks to this chunky-soled delight by Prada that will see you leaving your mark all over the city in style.
Rag & Bone
Chic enough to wear to dinner, yet practical enough to see you through a weekend exploring a new city, this chunky white design by Rag & Bone is the only pair of shoes that need to see you through a city break in style.
Shop Rag & Bone off-white leather Chelsea boots at Harvey Nichols, £385
Zara
Still searching for that perfect cowboy boot? Lean in to the look with these pointed-toe boots that offer serious Wild West interest. This white version makes for a cool new update on classic tan and black season styles, and pairs particularly well with colourful leather pieces.
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