Women's Autumn Winter Boots: Leather, Suede and Shearling

Women’s Shoes · Boots

Under the word “boots” are shoes that are nothing alike: a 41-centimeter shaft and an UGG Ultra Mini at 8.9 are two different purchases for two different wardrobes. This page features all the women’s boots we carry, grouped by how they’re actually made.

Shaft height, not words

The shaft is the height of the tube rising from the ankle, and in the boutique it’s the measurement that determines the fit. Below 18 centimeters, the boot ends at or just above the ankle: it goes with everything, works with any pants, and is our broadest category. Above 18, it starts to cover the calf, and from there the piece you wear over it changes — either jeans or a skirt.

That’s why the pages are separate: tall boots are in one section, ankle boots and booties in another, and combat boots have their own because they’re a category apart — lug soles, lacing, break-in. If you start with color, you’ll find brown women’s boots in every height, all together on one page.

The four categories we carry

Tall boots — Casadei in suede with a reversible shaft, ASH with a block heel and a 41-centimeter shaft, JVAM in Italian leather with a 40-centimeter shaft, Pinko with a kitten heel and logo appliqué on the shaft.

Shearling ankle boots are at the heart of the season: UGG Classic Mini (12.7 and 14 centimeters), Ultra Mini (8.9), lace-up Classic Heritage, and the 20.3-centimeter Classic Short. They’re also the ones most likely to be bought in the wrong size — the wool compresses and the boot stretches.

Combat and lace-up boots: Dr. Martens 1460, Jadon, Sinclair and Pascal, Copenhagen Studios with chunky lug soles, Pinko EVA 05. Waterproof boots: Timberland Premium 6-Inch and Stone Street, the only styles in the selection truly designed for rain.

Sizing: when to size down and when to size up

There’s no one-size-fits-all rule, and anyone who tells you otherwise is oversimplifying. With shearling UGG boots — Classic Mini, Short, Ultra Mini — the wool compresses with wear: if you’re between sizes, choose the smaller one. Tasman styles, on the other hand, give very little, so do the opposite: if you’re between sizes, choose the larger one. For a model-by-model chart, see the UGG size guide.

The leather on Dr. Martens is stiff for the first few weeks, then molds to your foot: choose your usual size, or size down if you’re between sizes. For details by model, see the Dr. Martens size guide. Timberland boots have a generous fit: the Timberland guide explains when it’s worth sizing down.

Après-ski and snow boots

Moon Boot are something else entirely: they’re not city boots with warm linings, but après-ski boots, made for standing still in the cold, not walking around the city center. That’s exactly why we keep them separate.

If you are looking for something other than boots: heels, pumps, sneakers. And for men, there are men's boots.

Frequently asked questions

What's the difference between boots and ankle boots?

It is the height of the shaft, the tube that rises from the ankle. Below about 18 centimeters, the shoe is called an ankle boot: it reaches the ankle or just above it. Taller boots begin to cover the calf, changing how you style them, because the pants either go inside or stop above the boot.

Which women's boots work well with a skirt?

Those with a tall shaft, from 35 centimeters upward: they close the line between the hem and the shoe. With a knee-length skirt, a calf-high boot also works; with a long dress or midi skirt, a knee-high shaft offers the most support.

How do you choose boots for rain?

They must be declared waterproof, not just "water-resistant": in our selection, the Timberland Premium 6-Inch and Stone Street models meet this standard, made with a membrane and sealed seams. Suede and sheepskin are not made for wet weather and should be protected before first use, not after.

Can boots be returned if the size is wrong?

Yes, returns are free within 30 days, provided the footwear has not been worn outdoors: try them on at home, on a carpet. Shipping is free in Italy on orders over €149, in Europe on orders over €299, and delivery takes 24-48 hours.

Which brands of women's boots do you carry?

UGG, Dr. Martens, Timberland, Pinko, Casadei, ASH, Copenhagen Studios, JVAM, Loriblu, Ninalilou, Marc Ellis, Woolrich and Moon Boot. We are authorized retailers: every pair comes directly from the brand, with its warranty.