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It's time to slip into the transitional shoe you can wear to work, brunch, and everything in between: ankle boots. And right now at Amazon, so many supportive styles are going for under $50, just in time for the new season.
With their protective toe box, low-cut design, and sturdy base, ankle boots deliver all-day comfort while looking polished, making them a practical shoe you can swap for heels or flats. For day-to-night plans, Chelsea boots are both weather-resistant and sleek (even Gwyneth Paltrow is a fan). Want warmth and a subtle lift? Try Jennifer Lopez-inspired platform boots with a fuzzy lining that works for movie nights, too.
The styling possibilities are nearly endless with ankle boots.
With a pointed toe and 1.7-inch block heel, these on-sale ankle boots are an elegant choice you can wear with dresses, skirts, jeans, and more. They have a front buckle that not only looks sleek thanks to the metal hardware, but is also adjustable for a custom fit. One Amazon shopper wrote that you "won't have sore feet" after wearing these all day, while another person said they would buy the "shockingly comfortable" shoes "again and again."
These best-selling shoes look just like the ones we've spotted on celebs. With a low-cut that allows your ankles to breathe and a faux fur lining, they're basically like a boot and slipper all in one -- which means you can wear them both indoors and outdoors. The fuzzy interior "wraps your feet in warmth," according to one shopper, while the anti-slip sole offers "excellent traction" on wet and icy surfaces.
We ranked these Chelsea boots as the best budget-friendly pair we've tried, and now they're even more affordable at $40. Our shopping editors wore them for a couple of weeks and appreciated that the lug sole prevented them from slipping even in wet environments.
The knit fabric stretches to move with you and makes the boots breathable, while the round toe box creates plenty of room. They're available in eight colors, like beige, black, and brown, and almost all of them are on sale. Plus, Oprah Winfrey is a fan of Chelsea boots, too.
From workdays to weekends, ankle boots are an effortless shoe choice that makes fall outfits feel complete.