Are you wondering where to buy vegan boots? Fortunately, the internet makes vegan boot shopping a lot simpler because you can read up on exactly what goes into them. We’ve compiled over 25+ different styles and where to buy them.
We’ve combed through the internet for the most in-style vegan footwear from fancy boots, to Ugg-style boots, to chukkas, and we’re excited to share everything we found with you.So without further ado, here are the veganfied boot styles to be on the lookout for —
And where you can buy them.
Where to Buy Vegan Boots
Cowboy Boots
Cowboy boots (sometimes referred to as western boots) are usually made of leather, which isnot vegan, but we’ve found plenty of synthetic leather cowboy boots on sites like Amazon and Zappos.
Originally worn by cowboys, the cowboy boot is a riding boot that typically has an elevated heel and harness straps or wing-like stitching designs.Cowboy boots broadly fall into two camps of squarish toes and pointed toes and can either be short or go all the way up to knee height.You can certainly wear them for work like the original cowboys, but they make a great look combined with a vegan moto jacket.
Find more vegan cowboy boots here.
Cowgirl Boots
Cowgirl boots may look just like cowboy boots made for women’s feet, but they often come in high-heeled varieties with chunky or stiletto heels.Many include embellishments like rhinestones and glittery details.
Recently, cowgirl and western boots have gotten big in the fashion world with anything from frayed hem jeans to cocktail dresses.You can find them as casual or as dressy as you like at retailers like Asos, Zappos, Exress and Target.
Find more vegan cowgirl boots here.
Black Boots
Everyone needs at least one good pair of black boots to go with everything.They might be dressy for the more formal occasions that require tuxes and fancy gowns, or they might be everyday kicks you can wear with khakis and a t-shirt.
Because black boots come in any style, vegan black boots are some of the easiest to find.
Brands like Toms and Dr. Martens offer certified vegan black boots, which you can buy through Amazon and Zappos, but check places like Target, Walmart, Payless and Express for black boots that are made from animal-free materials but aren’t advertised as such.
Find more vegan black boots here.
Fringe Boots
Source: Zappos
Ladies’ fringe boots are hot right now.Fringe has come a long way since the 70s, and today fringed boots come dressed up, down and all around in short, tall, spring, fall and winter varieties.
It’s true that fringe boots are more often than not made of leather or suede, but faux materials just keep getting better and better.You can match your vegan fringe boots with a leopard print coat (also trending right now) or a chic black dress to let your feet do the talking.
ShoeMall and Zappos are great resources for critter-friendly fringe boots like Roper cowgirl boots, backless Very Volatile ankle booties and fringed Tundra snow boots.
Find more vegan fringe boots here.
Waterproof Boots
Essential for drizzly or snowy days, waterproof boots aren’t always so easy to locate because many are made of leather — a totallynon-vegan animal product. But with some careful searching, we found quite an assortment of waterproof gear from hand-crafted dress boots to rubber puddle stompers on Amazon and Zappos.
Duck Boots
Source: Zappos
Duck boots are arguably the most iconic waterproof boots next to tall rubber rain boots.L.L.Bean enjoys celebrity status as the company that launched a thousand copies, and we’re glad about that because Bean duck boots are generally made with leather — so
not vegan.
With a rubber foot, a round toe and a (typically) contrasting leather upper, the duck boot is oh-so recognizable and trendy.Thanks to its success, we had no trouble tracking down faux leather or faux suede duck boots from Target, Amazon and Zappos, but there are plenty more out there.
Find more vegan duck boots here.
Motorcycle Boots
Source: Zappos
Motorcycle boots are casual riding boots that look similar to cowboy boots with harness straps or buckles, but they tend to be plainer without the ornate stitching.
If you’ve browsed for motorcycle boots, you’ve probably come across shin or knee-high boots made of thick (real) leather to protect the legs from wind and a motorbike’s scorching hot exhaust pipe.
Fortunately, there are tons of vegan leather motorcycle boots for women and men at Amazon, Zappos, Walmart and Asos.Some are faux fur-lined, some are studded and harnessed.Some zip up while others lace up.Whether you want some for style or function, we’ve got you covered with a sampling of vegan motorcycle boots from around the internet.
Find more vegan motorcycle boots here.
Sorel Boots
The Canadian brand Sorel creates high-quality work and play boots for rain, snow and recreational activities of all sorts.
Note that most Sorel boots arenot vegan because the company uses a lot of leather and wool, but fear not.We dug up men’s and women’s Sorel boots that are vegan-friendly even if they aren’t trying to be using materials like vulcanized rubber, canvas and synthetic fabrics.
They’re a little pricey, but if you want some heavy-duty blizzard boots or cute rain boots with wedge heels that’ll last for years to come, look into a pair of Sorel boots with our list of vegan Sorel boots as your compass.
Find more vegan Sorel boots here.
Knee High Boots
Source: Zappos
As the name implies, knee-high boots come up to about knee height, whether that’s just before or level with your knees.
They’re often made of leather to give them a stiffness that’ll hold their shape, but Amazon and Zappos come to the rescue again with faux varieties that fit like a glove.
Knee-high boots are for women and men, but the types for men usually go by names like motorcycle or cowboy boots.Though the style never really went away, it’s certainly made a splash in magazines and street style over the past couple of years.
Knee-highs are go-to fall boots for jeans-tucking and miniskirts.
Find more vegan knee-high boots here.
Over the Knee Boots
A little taller than knee-highs, over-the-knee boots fall somewhere between just over the knee and the mid-thigh point, making them perfect for leggings (especially on a chilly day when you want a little extra leg protection).
Like knee-high boots, over-the-knee boots tend to be geared toward women’s fashion, and the taller they are, the more likely they are to be made of some supple material with ample give like suede.But they’re often made of synthetic suede since there’s so much material needed.
You should always check first, but there’s a good chance you can find vegan over-the-knee boots not just on Amazon and Zappos but also at major department stores like Macy’s and Target.
Find more vegan over-the-knee boots here.
Thigh High Boots
Source: ShoeMall
This is the fashion statement of fall 2018.Ladies’ vegan thigh-high boots are everywhere from the runways to the city streets and sold through online retailers like ShoeMall, Jet and Amazon.
Faux suede is the material you’ll most likely see companies use to make vegan thigh-high boots, making them soft and luxurious-feeling.The higher they go, the more slouchy they’ll probably be unless they’re made of pretty clingy fabric.
Flip open the latest issue of Vogue and you’ll see that there’s never been a better time to rock thigh-highs with a short dress.
Find more vegan thigh-high boots here.
Chukka Boots
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Chukka boots are casual to dress-casual ankle boots that are traditionallyun-vegansince part of their trademark design is a leather or suede construction, but Zappos, Amazon and other online shoe markets sell men’s and women’s chukkas made of faux materials for snappy dressers.
Popularized in the mid-20th century, chukkas retain a vintage vibe like oxfords, which are kind of like cousins of chukkas.A chukka generally features a low heel, a slender foot and (often minimal) lacing in the front.Its appearance can vary depending on the brand, but chukkas are