Stomp, step and skip into winter with these three must-try boot trends.

Trail Blazer

Lug-sole lace-ups get an upgrade with sleek hardware and a streetwise silhouette. Juxtapose this rough and tough style with something more feminine like a cashmere sweater dress.

 

Suede hiking-esque boots, $130, winners.ca. Faux-sheep skin boots, $70, express.com.

Thigh Master

 

Nothing grounds an outfit quite like a pair of over-the-knee boots. Look for sumptuous suede textures and sleek yet sturdy heels, they play nice with skinny jeans and a-line skirts alike.

Faux suede boots, $69, joefresh.com. Steve Madden stretch over the knee boot, $140, shop.nordstrom.com. Beilla over the knee boot, $65, aldoshoes.com.

Velvet Underground

Ziggy Stardust inspired boots are making a run for being one of the most glamours trends in footwear this season. Kick around in a pair of velvet booties in a regal jewel tone or sleek metallic.

 

Crushed velvet boots, $80, express.com. Velvet booite, $30, marshallscanada.ca.