Vegan Shoe of the Day: Massive Faux Leather Fall Boot Guide (50+!)
Clearly, I’m obsessed with shoes. Especially boots. I LOVE boots. And one of the best parts of summer, in my opinion, is that Fall boots start making an appearance. I wear boots all year (as it’s gotten harder and harder for me to wear heels recently, and I prefer boots over flats), with jeans or dresses or a combination of both. Cool non-leather boots are not too hard to find, but in Summer a ton of them start popping up in preparation for next season and it’s a perfect time to snag a variety for later in the year.
I’ve been noting my favs for a few weeks now, and here they are! And yes, I would buy all of these…all 50 plus! And some of them I already have, lol. There are definitely a mix of styles here, I couldn’t make up my mind to include just flat boots or booties or knee highs, so there’s a little bit of everything. Much like my closet.
Above are my favorite boots/booties currently and from over the years. I’ve got a few more pairs, but these each have a special place in my heart.
Left to right: Rainboots purchased in 2008 for a trip to England (in the winter). Wore them every day I was there. Franco Sarto tall black boot purchased in 2006 from Zappos. I should have been saving all my money for grad school expenses but….yeah. Charlotte Russe tall brown boots purchased last year, I wear these constantly and get complements every time. Short cowboy boots, I think from Delias. They go with EVERYTHING. Short brown buckle boot, can’t remember where I got these, but sooo comfortable. Black buckle bootie, I think from Bakers. Most people think it’s bebe. The last two I don’t really wear any more, but I can’t bear to part with them. The one on the far right is from a pair of black, platform boots I bought in the Camden market when I lived in London circa 2000. They were major clubbing boots, I used to dance for hours in these. They have been re-soled and nailed back together half a dozen times. Next to these, is a minor miracle – a black, platform boot that I bought around the time I stopped wearing leather. Sixteen years ago. Even though they are scuffed up, I could still wear these today if I wanted to, as they have yet to fall apart. And incredibly – these boots are from Payless. Yes, Payless, makers of the cheapest shoes on the planet. Just goes to show, you never know where you are going to find an amazing (and long lasting!) pair of boots.
Happy shopping!
Legacy, $75 at Aldo HERE
(Dying to get these. Also in Gray)
Leeds Riding Boots, $78 at Nasty Gal HERE
We Who See Fringe Boot, $78 at Urban Outfitters HERE
(wannnnnt these!)
Rebels Taos Moto Ankle Boot, $65.50 at Delias HERE
(I just bought these haha!)
Sia Wedge Bootie, $46.90 at Alloy HERE
(I just bought these too…oops)
Stretch Wedge Boot by Colin Stuart, $69 at Victoria’s Secret HERE
Harley Platform Boot, $68 at Nasty Gal HERE
Zaney by Madden Girl, $89.95 at Steve Madden HERE
McNary, $60 at Aldo HERE
(also in Black)
Vivienne Ankle Boot by Melissa, $150 at Gravitypope HERE
Royal Blue color at Amazon HERE (sizes 7,8, 9 & 10 only)
Alley Ankle Boot by Dollhouse, $56.95 at Endless HERE
Convertible Boot by Colin Stuart, $99 at Victoria’s Secret HERE
Wanted Prague Lace-Up Boot, $59.59 at Delias HERE
(also in Black) Boots are also at NastyGal for $20 more (??) HERE
Soldier, $79.95 at Bakers HERE
Vintage Mid-Heel Boot by Colin Stuart, $99 at Victoria’s Secret HERE
Zeda by Madden Girl, $99.95 at Steve Madden HERE
MILLIE Canvas Boot, $70 at Top Shop HERE
Red Faux Suede Lace-Up Platform Booties, $49 at Plasticland HERE
Amber Boot from Vegetarian Shoes, $135 at MooShoes HERE
Wanted Tilly Lace-Up Boot, $59.50 at Delias HERE
Topez, $60 at Aldo HERE
(Also in Black)
Empire Boots, $120 at Filthy Magic HERE
Ariel Over-the-Knee Boot, $235 at Cri de Coeur HERE
Plunging Slip-On Booties, on sale for $20 at Charlotte Russe HERE
Little Runaway Boot, $62.99 at Modcloth HERE
Pixie Boot by Vegetarian Shoes, $99 at MooShoes HERE
Croco Brooke Flat Boot, $200 at Cri de Coeur HERE
Women’s Biker-Style Vegan Boot, $54.99 at Vegan Chic HERE
Blowfish Wylie Ankle Boot, $69.50 at Delias HERE
Closed Toe Velvet Leopard Bootie, $22 at Go Jane HERE
Blondie Boot by Olsen Haus, $195 at Endless HERE
Zip Riding Boot by Sketchers, $89 at Victoria’s Secret HERE
Phantom by Franco Sarto, $90 at Zappos HERE
Carolina by Franco Sarto, $125 at Zappos HERE
Hendrix Bootie by Beyond Skin, $155 at Endless HERE
High Gloss Boot by Hunter, $125 at Shoebox HERE
Grey Faux Suede Round Toe Flat Ankle Boot, $21.99 at Ami Club Wear HERE
Brand is a favorite of Lucky Magazine…
Riveted, $79 at Chinese Laundry HERE
Kamara Ankle Boots by Mossimo, $29.99 at Target HERE
Pewter Pyramid Stud Boot, $27.80 at Forever21 HERE
Women’s Mod Boot by New Rock, $186 on Amazon HERE
Bowery Studded Boot, $58 at Nasty Gal HERE
Rushed Tab Booties, $36.99 at Charlotte Russe HERE
Women’s Apricot Boot by Beyond Skin, $166 at Endless HERE
(hard to tell from photo, but these have a cool kind of black denim look to them)
Shiekh Pad-S, $26.97 at Shiekh Shoes HERE
Bordello by Pleaser, $61.95 at Endless HERE
Sedano, $49 at Aldo HERE
Women’s Dolce Vita Ankle Boot, $34.99 at Target HERE
VITA Lace Peep Toe Boot, $50 at Top Shop HERE
(also in cream)
Penny Loves Kenny Fizzy Boot, $69.50 at Delias HERE
Mckey Grey “Suede” Streamline Ankle Bootie, $48 at Lulus HERE
Wanted Field Boot, $68 at Urban Outfitters HERE
Buckle Riding Boot by Madden Girl, $79 at Victoria’s Secret HERE
Judean-L Animal Peep Toe Bootie, $28.50 at A’gaci HERE
Tesla Boot, price TBA (avail August) from Good Goth HERE
ELLE Ryder Ankle Boots, $79.99 at Kohl’s HERE
Nice, the Cri De Coeur faux croc are my fave!
I also adore boots, and it’s so heartbreaking to try to find cute non-leather ones. THANK YOU! This is radtastic.
but what about the glues?
if you take it that far, you should contact the companies directly. i’m sure all the shoes on mooshoes, vegetarian shoes & olsen haus are all vegan glue. obviously it’s not completely accurate to call some of these shoes “vegan” as i don’t know about the glue or other materials, but i think, at least to me, it is important to support non-leather choices to show more mainstream companies that the market is out there.
thanks!
radtastic! love that haha.
I have a pair of cute faux suede Rocket Dog boots that I bought for a ridiculous price. Thank you for compiling such a great boot shopping guide!
Hi Adrian! Thanks – and so nice to meet you the other day!
This is awesome! I love boots.
Thanks! Hopefully they deliver to Vienna!
I’m 16 and vegan and my family is really unsupportive of me. I’ve been vegan for two years and was vegetarian for 4 years before that all on my own choice! I couldn’t understand how anyone would say no when I reached the age where I realized WHAT I was eating. There are soo many benefits, and sites like these act as my virtual vegan mother! Thank you!
Hi Alex! You should be very proud of yourself for making such an important choice. I also, when I “reached the age where I realized what I was eating,” immediately became vegetarian. Actually, I was 12 just like you!
However, it took me another 13 years to become vegan so you are far ahead of me already.
I was, and am, so lucky that my parents (while not vegetarian) have been so supportive of what, for me, has become a lifetime passion. However, trust me, I have had my share of unsupportive people, including classmates, teachers, friends and boyfriends (now ex-boyfriends). And you know, even though I haven’t eaten meat in 20 YEARS, the little digs and negative comments still bother me. The sad thing is, sometimes you just have to let this go. I have made it a huge point not to argue about animal rights with people who are never, ever going to see it from my side. It’s just not worth the anger and frustration. And I made a decision not to ever use the line “do you know what you’re eating???” By showing people that you are choosing to live a compassionate life for YOURSELF and not to get a rise out of others or being obnoxious or a martyr or stand on a soapbox, you will eventually win supporters.
Really, the best thing you can do is be the best vegan you can be. It sounds cheesy, but if you stay healthy and present yourself in a style that is true to yourself people will eventually have nothing to bug you about. And even better, buy yourself a couple of cool cookbooks and learn to make a few dishes that will HAVE to impress your family. You don’t even have to tell them they’re vegan (I list a few books on this site that are my favorite, especially Vegan Cupcakes Take Over the World – and it’s only like $8 on Amazon). And of course, snagging some really hot vegan boots doesn’t hurt either
Just remember that you are not alone and there are so many others who have gone through the exact same thing. Are you a member of Peta2? It’s a cool way to meet kids who are interested in animal rights and probably going through some of the same experiences as you. In fact, have you thought of starting your own blog? You obviously have a good frame of reference and sometimes it is easier to work through things when you share them.
Thanks again for writing. Hang in there, and keep in touch.
Hi there, loving all these choices. Tell me what you think of mine too! I have been looking for just the right find, it’s not easy! The veg snakeskin booties from Shotwell Boutique are very cool and let’s not forget Madden Girl. You can also save 15% through my site when you shop at Lulu’s: http://www.nourishthespirit.com/express-yourself-cozy-animal-friendly-fall-finds/