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Asst. Opinion Ed. F20 & S21, Opinion Ed. F21 & S22; Asst. News Ed. F22

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The sound of crunching leaves, the scent of earthly aromas swirling in the chilly air, and comfy sweater weather call for stylish fall footwear. The autumn season is about mindfully layering outfits from head to toe — the toe being avant-garde boots to wrap the whole ensemble together. High quality boots may hurt the wallet but  reap a durable pair of shoes. 

Here are three types of leaf-stomping boots to bring the fall spirit. 

These trending boots symbolize female empowerment and escapism with a spurt of elevated height. Zipping up a pair of these bad boys undoubtedly amplifies one’s power and presence. Naked Wolfe, a luxury vegan  clothing brand, has evolved into a hot staple among celebrities like Vanessa Hudgens and Gigi Hadid.. The site’s cheapest pair of platform boots are the spike black leather boots for $269.95. These unique platforms are eye-grabbers that feature metal eyelets, Naked Wolfe branded tape, 9 cm chunky platform sneaker sole and 100% leather insole sock. 

Another pair of boots with a towering -block heel are Vomira’s punk platform boots for $65 on Amazon. These elastic and breathable boots are available in four shaft heights — mid-calf, ankle, knee-high and over the knee — with several colors to choose from. With a 5.51-inch heel and a 2.56-inch platform, your head will be high in the clouds. 

Effortlessly slipping your leg into sleek and sultry thigh-high shafts exudes sexiness and mystery. Steve Madden’s vanquished over-the-knee thigh-high boots are in a final sale at Macy’s for under $55;The original price retailed at $119. These pointed-toe soft pink boots hug the thigh and have a beautiful four-inch sculpted architectural heel. Many online reviewers recommend to size up on these heels as they don’t run true to size for everyone. 

AMIClubwear’s thigh-high boots fly off the shelves, but you must get your hands on their lust-3000x black thigh-high boots. For $84, these pointed-toe boots are a stamp of class and match any fall outfit. Don’t worry about twisting your ankle — these heels are under four inches. 

These biker boots tap into the current obsession with everything Y2K style: studs, adornments and hardware. A brand that never disappoints is Guess and their Olina combat boots, which come with a traction-friendly leather lug sole to avoid slips during the rainy season. These lace-up booties, made with a cool gray synthetic lining, are far from minimalistic. DSW sells them for $40 compared to their original price of $90. 

A versatile white boot with a pearly and striking design is BP’s Kora 2 lug Chelsea boot. The white straps of the boot are adorned with glimmering pearls and grounded on a sturdy lug sole. These true-to-size pull-on boots are perfect for any occasion, whether dolling up for school or date night. These boots, originally priced at $100, are on sale at Nordstrom for $38.

Not all fall boots have to be designer footwear to be comfortable. But for those who are willing to invest in a high price tag, pick a piece with longevity. Cost per wear means that investing in pricier, more durable footwear can be more cost-effective than buying several lower-quality (albeit cheaper) shoes over the years, which often have a high turnover rate as they fall apart.

These distinctive boots are gems to be constantly worn outside the closet even after the season ends, and investing into them guarantees a touch of flair to any autumn attire. 

Asst. Opinion Ed. F20 & S21, Opinion Ed. F21 & S22; Asst. News Ed. F22

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