Welcome to boot camp! All week I’ll be talking about different styles of boots. Today we’re talking all about Chelsea boots – from what pants to wear with them, how to style them, and where to wear them.
I know you know about Chelsea boots, but today I wanted to dive in deep and create this post to be your Chelsea boot guide.
I’ll explain how to wear Chelsea boots for different occasions, what pants, skirts, and dresses to wear, what socks to pair them with and so much more.
I’ll break down everything you ever wanted to know about Chelsea boots!
My favorite chelsea boots ever
These Caslon Chelsea Boots are my all time favorite chelsea boots. I’ve looked at and tried on so many different ones, and nothing compares to THIS PAIR.
They’re extremely comfortable (they’re stiff at first but soften beautifully after a few wears), and are a great height and shape, and nice and narrow on the shaft so they don’t make your ankles look bulky. Get your true size.
They come in black and tan and they’re on sale, but if you need a more budget friendly pair, THESE ONES look similar and about half the price.
What socks I wear with Chelsea Boots
I wear THESE BOOT SOCKS almost every time with my Chelsea Boots. They’re super comfy, not scratchy, and come in a ton of colors. My favorite are the “5 Pairs Solid Color” option. They say hand wash, but I’ve machine washed mine a million times and they’re held up great.
Where to wear the boots
I wear these boots literally everywhere and anywhere.
- They’re great for traveling cause once they’re broken in, you can walk in them all over the place. If you’re worried about them rubbing on your lower legs while you walk, wear the boot socks, which come up about 1″ above the boot and will protect your leg.
- The lug sole makes them great for walking in snowy conditions. They don’t slip around.
- The waterproof pebbled leather makes them great for wearing in snow and rain.
- Because the Chelsea boots have a slim shaft, they’re great to wear with skirts and dresses to church or date night cause they don’t make your ankles blocky.
What kind of pants/jeans/lengths can you wear with Chelsea Boots?
These Chelsea boots have slim shafts, so they work really well with literally any pants:
- straight leg jeans
- cropped jeans
- wide leg jeans
- full length jeans
- skinny jeans
- leggings
If you’re wearing cropped pants or jeans:
- Keep the gap between the top of the boots and hem of your pants about 1″ or less.
- If your cropped pants are longer and cover the top of the boot, that’s great too. 1-2″ over the boot is great for crops.
If you’re wearing full length jeans or pants:
- Don’t let the pants drag on the ground
- They shouldn’t be shorter than 1 1/2″ off the ground
Tips for wearing with skirts and dresses
I have a few posts about wearing Chelsea boots with skirts and dresses!
Dressed up and dressed down
I’ll show you a few examples of dressing Chelsea boots up and down. You can wear them with dresses, skirts, pants, and dark wash/black jeans for a dressier look, or dress down with casual dresses, joggers, light wash jeans, and leggings for a casual look.
DRESSED DOWN LOOKS WITH CHELSEA BOOTS:
NICER OUTFITS
DRESSY OUTFITS WITH CHELSEA BOOTS
I hope this is helpful! I’ve got another boot breakdown tomorrow on the blog – don’t miss it!
Hi Merrick, i love your instagram, So informative!
I’ve been eyeing a Chelsea boot but not sure if i can pull it off. I’m a young 57 year old and just WONDERING if this is a younger person’s boot.
I’d love your perspective.
Thank you and keep ip the amazing work!!
Elva
So helpful, Merrick, thank you! one follow-up question … what socks do you wear for THE “hiDDEN Sock” look? PS I ordered the Century star pack!
I finally bought a pair of “THE” boots based off your recommendation. What socks do you wear for a ‘no sock’ look? Keep SHARING outfit ideas with these boots—i need the INSPIRATION.
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Ah, Chelsea boots – the timeless classic that effortlessly merges style with functionality. Whether you’re dressing up for a night out or aiming for a more casual look, Chelsea boots are the ultimate wardrobe staple. Pair them with jeans for a laid-back vibe, or elevate your office attire by wearing them with tailored trousers. Their versatility knows no bounds! From strolling through the city streets to striding into the boardroom, Chelsea boots are the perfect companion for any occasion. So slip into a pair and step out in style. Nazar Boncuk
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This was so hElpful ! So many cute outfits! Where did you get that beautiful leather jacket ?!! Its adorable !