How to wear mid-calf boots

You've bought mid-calf boots and you'd like to combine them with a pair of long trousers. How do you combine the two in a fashionable way? Do you pull the trousers over the boots or do you tuck them in? You're definitely not the only one who’s curious as to what the best answer could be. We get a lot of questions about it. In this article we will be discussing the best ways you can show off your calf length boots when combining them with your favourite jeans or other type of trousers.

So you've bought a pair of boots that make you really happy. Of course you’d love to be able to wear them across multiple seasons, even the cold ones. So how can you best wear them in autumn, winter or in spring when it's not warm enough outside yet to be wearing favourite skirts and dresses? Luckily there’s an easy way to combine your calf length boots with any pair of trousers.

Trousers in your boots

You've probably seen many others do it: putting the ends of your trousers in your boots. Especially with calf length boots, this is a really stylish choice. It prevents you from having to wear the trousers over the boots, or having to choose a different pair of trousers or even a skirt to go with the outfit you have in mind. Moreover, tucking the trousers into your mid-calf boots will make sure your feet, ankles and (half of) your calves feel nice and warm. 

The best types of trousers to pair mid-calf boots with

Skinny jeans are probably the best choice if you want to pair them with half-height boots. This makes it a lot easier to tuck the legs in. Do you worry it might look dull and would you like to opt for a tough appearance? Combining a black, leather pair of mid-calf boots with a simple pair of skinny jeans will easily elevate the entire look. Instead of wearing skinny jeans, you could also choose a pair of straight jeans. Make sure you avoid wearing a flared jeans or other flared type of trousers, as these are not fit to be tucked in. There’s too much fabric at the bottom of them for this combination to look good or even feel comfortable. Any type of trousers with pant legs wider than for example a boyfriend jeans should be a no-go.

Tip: will this be your go-to solution? Make sure there’s enough room left in the shaft of the boots for your trousers to be able to fit inside. It's all about finding the right bootleg width. It should not be too narrow, as this will make it difficult to tuck the trousers in. 

Nice and warm: the perfect choice for a cold day

Being able to tuck in your trousers into your mid-calf boots is great news for cold-weather lovers in particular. Anyone who gets cold easily will probably appreciate this advice. By applying this tip there is will be no empty space between the boots and trousers. Instead, no cold air can enter your boots, retaining your natural warmth of your body much better.

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