Chic Styles

Fall will be over before you know it, which means something huge: wet, cold, gross weather is upon us. Whether it’s raining, snowing, or doing a little of both, sometimes going outside can be pretty disgusting for your feet. On particular icky days, you might not want to subject your nice boots or shoes to getting stained and wet. Many of you will reach for a pair of rain boots to stay dry and warm. It’s just practical!

But being practical with your footwear doesn’t mean you also have to be boring. A lot of girls wear rain boots until they get to their destination, then change into their regular shoes. You can do this, or you can figure out a way to style your rain boots that looks so cute you’ll actually start praying for rainy days just so you can wear them. Whether you go for chic and classic Hunter boots, fun patterned boots, or something colorful and bright, there are a bunch of different ways to make your rain boots an essential part of your ensemble. This is especially ideal for those annoying days where it starts out pouring, then ends up being sunny, and your shoe choice ends up looking out-of-place. Here are 13 style tips on how to wear rain boots and make them look cute:

1. Keep it simple with leggings, socks, a comfy tee, and cute hat. It’s an easy and chic way to stay warm and dry!

2. You can still wear a skirt and sweater on rainy days, as long as you pair them with tall rain boots and socks.

3. You can even make a white dress work for rainy days with boots, socks, and a cozy sweater and scarf.

4. Add a knit poncho instead of a rain coat for a cozier feel.

5. Add a long shirt over the tights and leggings for a comfy rainy day outfit.

6. Those of you who live in a warmer climate can pair your rain boots with shorts.

7. Wear black rain boots with an all black outfit – it even makes rain boots look glam.

8. Pair your rain boots with jeans and add some fall layers.

9. If you don’t want to go TOO bold, you can buy a pair of colorful rain boots and then pair them with neutral basics.

10. Wear them with a dress over tights to stay extra warm.

11. Add knit socks under your rain boots and over jeans for cold days.

12. Choose super bright rain boots to really add some color to dull day. Look how fun these yellow ones are!

13. If you have solid colored boots, pair them with a bright rain coat.

Which of these outfit ideas was your favorite? How do you wear your rain boots? Tell us in the comments.