Knee-High Boots | Fashion Tips and Styles for Winter

Knee-High boots are a staple in winter wardrobes, offering both style and functionality to keep your feet warm and dry during the colder months. Whether you're battling rainy days to and from work, enjoying outdoor activities, or simply seeking a new fashion look, Winter-ready long boots are a fantastic choice for staying both fashionable and warm. Here are some new styles to consider as we face into the winter months (along with some helpful style tips), each offering unique benefits depending on your needs and fashion requirements!

Dubarry

With a history of great craftsmanship and rural heritage, Dubarry has created a versatile range of winter boots that are perfect for outdoor pursuits and the fashion conscious among you. New this season is the Dubarry Cide Ladies Knee-High Boot, the ultimate knee-high leather boot for those of you seeking the perfect blend of style, comfort, and functionality. Available in a rich ‘Chestnut’ colour, these boots have a long shaft with side zip for easy access. Made with high-quality leather and featuring the trusted Dubarry brand, these boots offer a comfortable fit with round toe, buckle detail and gusset panel, providing the perfect blend of comfort and elegance. Crafted from premium leather this boot has a luxurious look and feel and is equally suited for casual all-day wear or for a stylish event. The flat heel means this boot is suitable for a variety of surfaces combining versatility and stability in every step.

Dubarry Cide Ladies Knee High Boot 1988

Style Tip

Casual Look: Pair these knee-high boots with skinny jeans or leggings and an oversized sweater for a relaxed yet chic appearance.
Go Professional: Add sophistication to your workwear wardrobe by pairing these beauties with a pencil skirt, blazer, and crisp white shirt.

If you are willing to splurge and are in search of the WOW factor this season then the Dubarry Glanmire Ladies Country Flat Knee-High Boot is the ultimate addition to your Knee-High boot collection this Winter. These boots are a real conversation starter. A bungee cord lacing system which stretches and adjusts to different calf sizes interweaves up the back of the boot along a leather panel that helps to elongate the leg. The look is matched by their performance, as GORE-TEX Product Technology, DryFast-DrySoft™ leathers and strongly bonded soles deliver warm, waterproof, hard-wearing boots. Great across tough terrain and tough conditions, it's a striking boot to stand out from the crowd.

Style Tip

Casual Wear: These boots are perfect for casual wear be it a walk in the country or a day out at your favourite outdoor event! Pair with jeans, leggings and chunky cardigan or a midi dress with your favourite indigo jacket for the ultimate laid-back casual vibe.

Rieker

For those among you who are frequent shoppers on our site and avid readers of our Blog, then you are very much familiar with Rieker, one of our hallmark brands. The Rieker Knee-high boot style Z 9591-23  in Chestnut/Navy offers the perfect mix of comfort, style, and practicality. The shaft features a stretch calf area allowing for a flexible comfortable fit with inside zip for easy access. If you’re looking for winter warmth these boots are a real crowd-pleaser as they are fur lined ensuring your toes will be nice and toasty on cold chilly days. The Thermoplastic Elastomer Sole ensures suitability across all terrains offering stability, traction, and comfort for all day everyday wear.

Rieker Ladies Block Heel Knee High Boot Z9591-23

Style Tip

Trendy Wear: There Gorgeous Rieker Knee-High boots can be paired with skirts and dresses or with skinny jeans and oversized sweater for the ultimate Autumn Winter seasonal look. The warm Chestnut/Navy combination of this boot will complement any outfit in your winter wardrobe from your luxurious soft Cashmeres in warm neutral shades to your bolder statement pieces in classic Navy, Black and Greys.

Caprice

Part of the Wortmann Group, the brand CAPRICE combines fascinating shoe fashion with leading comfort technology. The result: a feeling like you're walking on air. The CAPRICE ANTISHOKK innovative technology is based on creating an air chamber in the heel of the boot which protects your spine, intervertebral discs, and joints for maximum wearer comfort. This season Caprice have delivered a range of pull-on stretch boots in Black and Café Stretch with varying heel heights to suit all requirements! Caprice Ladies Knee High Block Heel Boot 25506-41 306 comes in both Cafe Stretch and Black Stretch in a low/medium block heel designed for optimal wearer comfort.  

Caprice Ladies Knee High Block Heel Boot 25506-41 306

The pull-on stretch fabric along the shaft of these boots ensures they form snuggly but comfortably to the leg. If you find standard knee-high boots restrictive on the calf, then these suede effect knee-high boots are the ones for you. The suede fabric adds sophistication to these styles regardless of the heel height taking you seamlessly from a day at the office to a night out with the girls! 

If you prefer a completely flat option then why not try Caprice Ladies Knee High Stretch Flat Boot 25512-41 044 in Black Stretch and Brandy Stretch fashioned from a basic Riding Boot style these boots will rapidly become your 'Wear All Day' wonder boot for Winter!

Caprice Ladies Knee High Stretch Flat Boot 25512-41 044

For a more formal look combined with increased elevation why not try the Caprice Ladies Knee- High Block Heel Boot 25547-41 306 with side zip in both Café Stretch and Black Stretch. The inside zip ensures easy entry while the suede finish with almond shaped toe box gives these boots a sophisticated and elegant edge.

Caprice Ladies Knee High Block Heel Boot 25547-41 306

Caprice Ladies Knee High Block Heel Boot 25547-41 044

Style Tip

Workwear: Wear these boots to the office with your favourite skirts and dresses complemented by an oversized boyfriend blazer to add a hip trendy vibe to your workwear wardrobe.
Nights Out: For an evening look, switch your boyfriend blazer for a leather jacket. Swap your dress for a flowy mini skirt. Add a wide buckle belt to create a cinched waist. Accessorize with hoop earrings and oversized clutch and you're good to go!

Una Healy

If you are not ready to go full length in a Knee-high boot then why not settle for mid-calf in this fashion boot by Una Healy, Ladies Famous Words Ankle Urban Nature Boot. Una Healy's Famous Words Ladies ankle Boots are the perfect pairing of style and comfort. These fashion boots offer a edgy urban look that will last for years to come. With stunning detailing and Una Healy's signature style, these boots are sure to make a statement. The colourway is a beautiful Mushroom hue, the ideal neutral shade that pairs perfectly with everything in your winter wardrobe. The ruched detail along the shaft coupled with stiletto style heel and rounded toe screams sophistication and style. As the name states, if you wish to add an urban sophisticated vibe to your winter boot collection this season, then this is a 'Must-Have' style for you!

 

Choosing the right long winter boots involves balancing style, functionality, and comfort based on your specific needs and climate conditions. Consider the features that are most important to you, such as insulation, waterproofing, and traction, and explore reputable brands known for their quality winter footwear. With the right pair of long boots, you can confidently navigate the winter season in both comfort and style.

If you have specific preferences or need recommendations tailored to particular activities or styles, feel free to contact any of our Finn Footwear team. 

Q. What are Key Features to Consider when Purchasing Long Boots?
A. Material: Common materials include leather, suede, synthetic fabrics, and Gore-Tex. Leather and synthetic options are often more durable and waterproof.
Insulation: Depending on the climate, choose boots with appropriate insulation. Thicker linings are suitable for extremely cold environments.
Sole and Traction: Look for non-slip soles with deep lugs or specialized tread patterns to prevent slipping on icy surfaces.
Height: Long boots come in various heights, from mid-calf to knee-high. Consider your personal style and the level of protection you need.
Closure Type: Options include zippers, laces, straps, or a combination. Zippers offer easy on-and-off, while laces provide a customizable fit.

Q. Why are long Boots so Popular?
A. Long boots are extremely versatile coming in many styles and materials from a thick fur lined boot with rubber sole traction for hiking, to an elegant statement leather boot with buckle and rounded almond toe. Whatever your requirements there is a boot style for you. Consider the material and finish, the heel type and elevation and whether you are seeking a functional boot for everyday wear or a fashion statement boot for that special occasion.

Q. Which Hemline Looks Best with Knee-high Boots?
A. While long boots pair with skinny jeans and leggings very well, you might be forgiven for asking what  the rule is with knee-high boots and hemline length for dresses and skirts. Well in truth the choice is yours! If you are unsure, one look which works really well is to have ‘a little skin' showing between the hemline and the top of the knee- high boot. This allows you to pair your favourite dresses and skirt hemlines which fall naturally above the knee with your much-loved pair of knee-highs. Enjoy experimenting with different looks!

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