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Hunter Boots Are Back in Style: Here’s Why You Need a Pair This Season

Elder millennials rejoice because a staple of early 2010 fashion is making a triumphant return.

Fashion trends are cyclical; this fall, one of the most iconic footwear pieces is making a strong comeback—Hunter boots.

Known for their classic design, durability, and versatility, Hunter boots have long been a staple in our wardrobes. So if you’ve been eyeing a pair or have a dusty pair in your closet, it is time to bring them out and step (back) into the trend, but in new, more logical way.

Here’s why Hunter boots are back in style and why you should embrace them this season.

The Timeless Appeal of Hunter Boots

Trend forecasting is one of my favorite parts of my job because it’s all about observing and analyzing. And what we’re seeing is Hunters trending on TikTok with both the younger and older generations agreeing that these boots need a revival.

About 15 years ago, the original “fashion girl” influencers exploded onto the scene, bringing Hunter Boots to the forefront of fashion. Everyone was wearing them with everything. Honestly, in hindsight, we looked a little ridiculous. Lol.

We were wearing them with pencil skirts, fancy dresses, and, of course, skinny jeans and blanket scarves.

It could be a warm, DRY day, and we were rocking rain boots.

Thankfully, I never parted with my Hunter Boots. In fact, over the years, I’ve added a few more to my collection. They’ve always been a practical choice for my sports-mom life, whether it’s navigating muddy fields or rainy days, running errands, or shuttling the kids to and from school.

Today, we’re seeing them worn in a much more literal, practical way.

Think roaming the English Countryside, paired with oversized raincoats, your Barbour jacket, and thick, chunky knits. You’ll wear these when they are needed, on rainy days in the fall and spring, and create a look around them.

So, this fall and spring, consider adding a pair to the mix and creating thoughtful, intentional outfits with them as a key piece.

You only “need” one and I would recommend keeping the color either neutral or earth tone.

Last spring I picked up this pair on Amazon, and wore them all sports season.

These are the Women’s Play Tall Rain Boot. I am 5’10 and these just cover my calfs so they are a nice option if you are petite and want a tall boot.

And, while I don’t need them AT ALL, I just ordered this green pair, the Original Tall Rain Boot, which hit just below my knees.

So, this fall and spring, consider adding a pair to the mix and creating thoughtful, intentional outfits with them as a key piece.

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SF Bay

Saturday 24th of August 2024

Your post does a great job of explaining why Hunter boots are worth buying. How are they styled with the current styles of pants, skirts, etc.?

Jodi Woosley

Friday 23rd of August 2024

Good day, Megan!

I just want to start by saying I found you on FB during Covid. You have been Instrumental in helping me re-define my gen-x style. Thank you for what you do!

About the "hunter" boots. I am a gardener and would also call them "muck" boots. I would never design an outfit around them. They are purely functional for me. I would, however, design an outfit around "riding" boots. Not only are they beautiful, but highly functional, comfortable, and stylish- but most of all, warm! My Riding boots, and my long cardigans, are like your skinny jeans. You know " Cold. Dead. Hands." January and Fenruary get cold here in KC! Anyway, not complaining AT ALL, just reaching out. Please keep helping us be more stylish and confident, 🙂

Mary

Thursday 22nd of August 2024

Does this mean we can still keep our skinny jeans? What else do they look good with? I have wanted a pair forever so I need some help to justify them!

Thank you for your hard work, I look forward to your email everyday (and I'm 59 1/2)!

Jennifer H.

Thursday 22nd of August 2024

Nothing like a good pair of rainboots on a rainy, messy day. Yeah, you won't see me wearing my boots with fancy dresses or office clothes because it's not my style but I'm glad to know they are trending again because it's fun to know what's of the moment--a vital part of fashion. Will we participate full-on, a little, or not at all? Who knows. But thanks for tracking it for us Megan and keeping us in the know!

Sharon

Wednesday 21st of August 2024

They're back? When did they go away?! If you live an out-door life (hello horses, muck and mud!), boots like Hunter and Le Chameau are a necessity, not a fashion statement. Still, if you can clean stalls and look good, too, its a win!

Megan Kristel

Thursday 22nd of August 2024

I said they have always been a staple in are wardrobes but are trending, which means we're going to be seeing more iterations of them in styled looks.

Cindy

Wednesday 21st of August 2024

Ha! I’ve been wearing Hunters since long before influencers discovered them! I still have my original pair, and have added short ones to my collection and find that I wear those more often. I only wear them in the rain (and like you, I put together my OOTD around any specialty footwear needed that day) or when I’ll be in mud, or at the pumpkin farm! They are heavy (especially the tall boots), and for that reason, I generally don’t wear them all day. I also found that inserts with arch support, as well as UGG replacement inserts, make the tall boots especially more comfortable. Tall Hunters are probably the only reason I’m hanging onto my skinny jeans 😁

Cheryl

Wednesday 21st of August 2024

Wow !, One of those photos on the top row looks like a pic of "Prince Charles and Lady Diana" from the 80's...or maybe one of their honeymoon pics in Balmoral. It's the posing of the shot and the striped sweater.(Telling my age) And is that a pic of Kate Middleton on the bottom row? It's the smile ??? Just checking out my long term memory --LOL !

Megan Kristel

Wednesday 21st of August 2024

Spot on! Both women always so timeless and stunning :)

Melanie

Wednesday 21st of August 2024

Oh dear! As my son would always say during this trend "It's Hans Solo season again" when cooler weather would approach. Hard for me to embrace this one.