Fall 2016’s best Bet: Block-Heel ankle Boots

Boot season is slowly creeping up on us and now is the perfect time to start getting ready for the brisk weather coming our way. next week, the team will be going on our yearly summer break (don’t worry, we’ll still be delivering great stuff to read!), and I’ve already carved out time to start shopping for some new fall pieces. one of the first things on my list to buy is a great pair of block-heel ankle boots.

You can always bet on ankle boots for fall, and this season’s offerings go beyond your typical, ubiquitous ankle booties. These boots hit slightly above the ankle, and the chunky block heels gives the look a casual, relaxed feel that is practical for comfortable daily wear. These boots feel particularly fresh due to the heavy embellishments and luxe materials available, such as velvet, in addition to your standard leathers and suedes. style these boots with cropped jeans now or with full-length pants or leggings in the upcoming months!

To get you started, check out some of our favorites below.

Rag & Bone Agnes leather Block-Heel Booties
$575 via Barneys

Aquazzura Tristan Fringed Suede Block-Heel Booties
$950 via Saks

Coach Jackson Bootie
$375 via Coach

See By Chloé Studded Suede ankle Boots
$450 via Net-a-Porter

Acne Studios Jensen leather ankle Boots
$560 via Net-a-Porter

Alexander Wang Gabi leather Block-Heel Booties
$775 via Saks

Christian Louboutin 517 Bootie
$945 via Nordstrom

Isabel Marant Garett Suede ankle Boots
$940 via Net-a-Porter

Gucci Suede ankle Boot
$1,100 via Gucci

Vince Blakely Suede Block-Heel Booties
$395 via Saks

Saint Laurent babies Suede ankle Boots
$895 via Net-a-Porter

Gianvito Rossi Suede Side-Tie ankle Boot
$1,125 via Bergdorf Goodman

Laurence Dacade Pete Suede ankle Boot
On sale for $497 via Neiman Marcus

Sam Edelman Taye velvet ankle Boots
$160 via Net-a-Porter

Stuart Weitzman The laptop Bootie
$598 via Stuart Weitzman

Valentino fusion lace Pointed-Toe Bootie
$1,445 via Neiman Marcus