Lace Up Ankle Boots

The combo of a cute, feminine dress with masculine lace up ankle boots is a killer look that works so well. This fashion-forward look is casual and comfortable, but makes a bold statement. Try pairing a flirty ruffle dress or oversized knit dress with your grungy boots for instant street cred. A bodycon dress under a denim or leather jacket is perfect for when you’re hitting the nightclubs. 

For more coverage, pair your black lace ups with a flowy midi or maxi dress. The contrast will bring interest to your outfit and is a practical and comfortable choice that’s suitable for all seasons.

One of the trendiest outfit ideas is to pair your lace up ankle boots with skinny jeans or tights. The beauty of this combo is that you can wear practically anything on top and still look stunning.

Skirts and short-shorts also work beautifully. You can get the ultimate grunge look by pairing a tartan skirt with a tight tee and denim jacket. Alternatively, try the Lara Croft look by wearing some cute cargo shorts with a tight singlet. Keep your boots slightly undone or wear them with thigh-high socks for bonus cool-girl points. 

There’s no limit to the style of jeans you can wear with your lace up ankle boots -- skinny jeans or baggy jeans, long or short. Some people prefer to tuck their looser jeans into the tops of their boots, but it’s just as fashion-forward to wear them over the top.

For an urban look, try some torn denim with frayed ends that sit just above your boot tops. Similarly, fold your jeans up for a cropped look. If you prefer a more formal look, try a pair of heeled boots with bootleg jeans that just show off your boot toes and heels.