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Kitten Heel Boots Are Fall’s Most Comfortable and Versatile Footwear Trend

As perfect for the office as they are for going out, these boots are about to take the place of your favorite flats.
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Comfort is key in day-to-day life, which is why flat shoes will always be a necessary item in our closets. However, this 2025 trend cycle introduced some interesting alternatives. Hello, kitten heel boots.

Whether you like to wear the low-heel, knee-high boot in a bold animal print or favor more basic colors like black, brown, or beige, these shoes are wonderfully versatile and walkable. With a wide shaft, elongated toe (but not too pointed), and tiny heel, kitten heel boots are perfect for the office thanks to their sophisticated look and comfortable, wearable shape.

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At night, however, kitten heel boots work just as well with miniskirts and satin dresses or midi skirts. They'll dress up your outfit and visually lengthen the legs without having to worry about balance or pinched toes. Wear them on the weekends, too, with jeans and a casual button-down shirt.

It's no surprise that celebrities like Kendall Jenner and Katie Holmes are big fans of the boot style. An all-terrain shoe that also looks elegant is hard to come by, after all. Luckily, many of our favorite brands are betting big on the kitten heel boot and offering several options for the season. Want in? Shop some options below.

Staud Sebastian Leather Knee Boots
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Staud Sebastian Boots

Free People Daisy Boots
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Free People Daisy Boots

Steve Madden Luca Boots
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Steve Madden Luca Boots

Modatope Knee-High Boots
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Modatope Knee-High Boots

A version of this story was previously published in Vogue Spain.