There's always been a part of me that has wanted to be a fantastic horseback rider. Unfortunately, this dream has never had an opportunity to manifest itself. Soon enough, I realized that what I was really drawn to were the boots. (I kid you not, I went through the same thing with tennis...Turns out, I just wanted the skirt and the cute racket case) One of my favorite fall staples is the riding boot. A good boot can pull an outfit together and looks effortlessly chic.
These boots are everything a riding boot should be. The construction is flawless, the shaft height is just right, and the little details - the inside zipper, the low heel, and the little buckle at the top of the shaft - all make for my dream boot. The only thing that doesn't fit the dream is the price. This pair retails for $458, not good for a student on a budget!
A whole lot more wallet-friendly are these boots from Ciao Bella. The silhouette and color are similar to the pair from Frye, but at $138 on Bluefly (as opposed to $198 retail), this pair might be a bit more convenient for many.
Before today I only thought of Hunters as the Original Tall Rain Boot, and nothing else. And then I saw the Regent Boot. A rain boot disguised as a riding boot. It's delightfully sneaky, and perfect for rainy days when you don't want your leather boots being ruined. They're only a little more than the Original Tall boots at $150.
Another alternative to leather boots, these over-the-knee boots from Lulu's are made from animal-free vegan leather. Lookswise, nothing is sacrificed, and the boots can be worn over the knee or cuffed. Super wallet-friendly at only $46!
XO
North Shore Prep
