Riding boots, once a staple solely in the stable, have become an integral part of wardrobes in colder months. Below are five affordable takes on riding boots that you can incorporate into your closet without breaking the bank. No item in any set costs more than $60, with most being significantly less than that!
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This cute pair of black riding boots ($55, Liz Claiborne) are a classic take on the look; make them ready for work by adding a pair of $4.99 tights from Maurice’s, a $14 tweed skirt from SheIn, and a turtleneck sweater from RomWe for $16. I love the offset pockets of the $44 Beautiful Halo plaid coat, and finish off the look with accessories like this pom-pom hat for $9.90 from Forever21, $26 Dents Laura suede gloves, and the $25 saddle bag. All in all, these boots will take you to the office for $169.89 for the whole look.
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I love these cognac-colored boots for $49 from Wild Diva. Create a perfect casual outfit around them by adding a pair of wine-hued $9.90 Uniqlo corduroys, a chunky sweater for $35 by Style Moi, and a cozy parka for $45 from Yoyo Melody. A $26 SheIn handbag, $45 Pink Mascara earrings, and $24 Last Call gloves keep you on-trend, and every great daytime look deserves a fabulous pair of sunglasses like these $9.90 versions from SheIn. All in all, this riding boot-centric ensemble costs $243.80.
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Get a tougher take on the riding boot look with this quilted pair from Mark & Maddux for $16. I added a plaid flannel dress for $25 from LE3NO, a faux-leather jacket for $27 by New Chic, and a pair of marsala opaque tights from Merona for $10. Accessorize with a grommeted handbag ($50, Sondra Roberts), a metal cuff ($36, Lucky Brand) and a chain necklace ($18, Wallis Fashion) and you’ve got a complete outfit for $182.
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Equestrian style is timeless – which is part of the reason that riding boots have achieved their level of sartorial devotion. I used a pair of foxhunter-inspired kicks for $35 by Nature Breeze, then used this gray-and-white striped top for $26 by Pink Queen. The jeans are $39 from Maurice’s, the messenger bag is SheIn for $23, and the scarf is $23 from Luxury Divas. Add a blazer ($44, Maurice’s), a felt hat for $15 from Hot Topic and then a couple of rings (left to right: $28, House of Harlow; $23, BCBG Max Azria; $25, Vida Kush) and you’re ready to go for $266.
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Heading out for a date or a night on the town? I love these $35 Journee Collection riding boots, especially paired with the $45 GUESS sweater dress. A $38 blazer from Timeout and a scarf for $10 buy Aeropostale will keep you warm, and you can add accessories like the Panacea earrings for $39, a cuff by Novica for $18 and this handbag by Neiman Marcus for $36. Your night out won’t hurt your wallet (or your feet – hooray for flat boots!) costing just $176 from top to toe.