Combat boots are back and we want to wear them everyday

At Stylight, we spend a lot of time scanning Instagram for hot new footwear trends (tough gig, we know!) and one that has cropped up time and time again? Combat boots. The lace-up or buckled worker boot style is officially back and gives a great edge to any look. Here are five ways to wear them…

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Model inspiration: pair your 90s-inspired boot with relaxed denim and a leather jacket.

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Take model Shuping Li as inspiration and combine your chunky combat boots with a feminine skirt or maxi dress.

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Keep white combat boots looking crisp with dark accessories.

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A maxi coat and mini skirt combo is the chicest look of the moment and combat boots will balance out the outfit without looking trashy.

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Combat boots are a great way to add edge to a mid-length skirt. Finish the look with velvet on your top half to add a feminine touch.

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