During the freezing temperatures of winter, there are few things that matter more than comfort. Staying warm and cozy is priority number one, so footwear is typically just a means to an end of this quest. Sneakers and thick boots are on heavy rotation (and for a good reason!), but there are those rare occasions when you feel like your outfit needs a bit more polish, and suddenly, heels are back in the mix.
Whether in pump or boot form, heels elevate your look while also subtly changing the overall vibe. I always walk a bit taller and notice my posture improves after slipping on a pair of heels. They make me feel confident and ready to take on whatever I have on my agenda. Wearing heels in the winter can be a bit trickier given the weather conditions, so pairing them with the right outfit is key. I usually opt for heeled boots to ensure warmth, but pumps and mules can also work with the right outfit. Below are 24 genius winter outfits with heels to try this season when you’re ready to give your sneakers a break.
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@chrissyford
On Chrissy Rutherford: BY FAR bag
Leather pants and black boots are always a winning combo.
BY FAR
Este 25mm Square Toe Ankle Boots
$484
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@missenocha
On Enocha Tellus: Zara boots
It doesn’t get chicer than a textured sweaterdress and knee-high heeled boots.
Staud
Cami Boot Tan Suede
$550
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@alyssainthecity
On Alyssa Coscarelli: Staud Large Moon Bag
Little block-heel boots make tailored trousers look even more polished.
Sam Edelman
Irie Bootie
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@lefevrediary
On Amy Lefévre: Schutz boots
The only thing that can make a jumpsuit cooler is a pair of heeled boots.
Tony Bianco
Fantasy Butter Nappa 8cm Calf Boots
$360
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@champagnemani
On Imani Randolph: For Love & Lemons dress
Hello, date-night look!
Zara
Zippered Heeled Ankle Boots
$90
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@aimeesong
On Aimee Song: Chloé bag
When in doubt, go monochrome.
Free People
Rocky Slouch Boots
$298
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@bettinalooney
On Bettina Looney: Bottega Veneta The Pouch Large Clutch ($2700)
Make your favorite heels work for winter by adding opaque tights.
Jimmy Choo
Bing Crystal Embellished Patent Mule
$995
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@slipintostyle
On Ellie: Stand Studio coat; Saks Potts pants; Charles & Keith shoes, Le Specs The Last Lolita Sunglasses ($119)
Mixing prints and bold colors gets taken up a notch with the addition of heeled ankle boots.
Vince Camuto
Quindele Pointed Toe Bootie
$159
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@deborabrosa
On Débora Rosa: Mango outfit
Make a Canadian tuxedo even cooler with black heeled ankle boots (and maybe throw a big coat on top when heading out).
Mango
Block Ankle Boots With Square Toe
$70
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@anoukyve
On Anouk Yve: Jimmy Choo boots; Little Lifner bag
Dress up your favorite coat and thick scarf with a pair of knee-high heeled boots.
Vicenza
Friday Fever Heel Boots
$248
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@ada_oguntodu
A cool outfit gets even cooler with sleek heeled ankle boots.
Staud
Wally Ankle Boots
$395
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@emilisindlev
The best way to add a pop of color to an otherwise neutral outfit? Bright-hued heels.
Jeffrey Campbell
Estella Pointed Toe Slingback Pump
$145
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@natashandlovu
On Natasha Ndlovu: Alexander McQueen coat; Bottega Veneta Jodie Mini Bag ($1720)
Your favorite sweaterdress was made to be paired with pumps.
Sam Edelman
Bianka Slingback Pump
$140
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@dolcecurvy
The classic combination of a turtleneck sweater, trousers, and a black coat suddenly feels modern when styled with heeled black ankle boots.
Tory Burch
Double T Ankle Boot
$478
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@venswifestyle
On Renia Jaz: Bottega Veneta The Chain Pouch ($3600)
Camel always looks expensive—even more so when paired with neutral-colored pumps.
Aeyde
Melia Leather Point-Toe Pumps
$395
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@symphonyofsilk
On Lorna: Polène bag
Give your favorite blazer-and-skinny-jeans outfit a fun twist with heeled boots (bonus points if they’re snake print).
Reformation
Remy Knee Boot
$478
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@smythsisters
On Marianne: Levi’s jeans
The perfect dinner-at-home look includes a white button-down, black jeans, heeled boots, and a chunky scarf.
Reformation
Roberta Ankle Boot
$348
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@babba
Colored coats are always fun, and heeled black ankle boots just make them feel a touch more polished.
Madewell
The Dimes Kitten-Heel Boot
$198
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@amandasorensonn
White heeled boots were made to be worn with plaid coats.
Mango
Round-Toe Leather Boots
$250
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@femmeblk
On Lydia Tsegay: Polène bag; Zara T-shirt; Sentaler coat
Strappy heels with an all-white look are as aspirational as it gets.
Stuart Weitzman
Nudistcurve 100 Smooth Leather Sandal
$475
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@polliani
On Janka Polliani: Gucci bag and Off-White Tights ($120)
This feels like a modern-day Blair Waldorf outfit—in a good way.
Charles & Keith
Black Gabine Patent Leather Mules
$83
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@ileniatoma_
On Ilenia Toma: Gucci GG Marmont Mini Bag ($950)
Note to self: Invest in tights.
Steve Madden
Lizah Knee High Boot
$100
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@greceghanem
On Grece Ghanem: Zara blazer
A simple blazer and jeans are suddenly an outfit with the addition of unique heels.
Manolo Blahnik
Hangisimu 70 Embellished Satin Mules
$1095
Classic.
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@styleheroine
On Evangelie Smyrniotaki: Woolrich jacket
Slightly baggy jeans feel balanced with a lift from sleek pumps.
Zara
High Heeled Shoes
$50
This post was originally published at an earlier date and has since been updated.
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