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During the Beatles’ heyday in the 1960s, fans obsessed over not just their music but every element of the boys’ lives: their friendships, their girlfriends, their hair, and yes, their shoes. Dubbed “Beatle boots,” their signature shoes were sleek, low-heeled, black ankle boots.
Now, you might be tempted to say that this style never actually went away, but in recent years the pendulum has swung heavily toward chunky boots, often with lug soles, platforms, and other less-than-subtle traits. Think Olivia Rodrigo’s Dr. Martens. Beatle boots, in contrast, are a study in minimalism. Thankfully for fans of simple dressing, brands have been churning out plenty of Beatle-worthy boots lately. Scroll down to revisit the iconic shoe style and shop modern-day versions for yourself.
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Shop Modern-Day Beatle Boots
BY FAR
Este Leather Ankle Boots
These hit the nail on the head.
ACNE Studios
Patent-Trimmed Leather Ankle Boots
Fashion editors are obsessed with ACNE Studios.
Massimo Dutti
Leather Heel Ankle Boots
Don’t sleep on Zara’s sister brand, Massimo Dutti.
Schutz
Camille Knit Boots
These look way more expensive than they really are.
BY FAR
Slava Black Vintage Leather Boots
BY FAR boots are always chic.
Another excellent choice.
Vagabond
Alina Ankle Boots
I’d wear these with all-black pieces for a monochrome look.
Free People
Cosmico Ankle Boots
Free People never gets it wrong.
Khaite
Marfa Leather Ankle Boots
Khaite certainly knows how to make a mean accessory.
Michael Michael Kors
Kinlee Boots
Hurry: These won’t be on sale forever.
Vagabond Shoemakers
Blanca Chelsea Boot
The styling options are limitless.
Gianvito Rossi
Vitello Glove 45 Leather Ankle Boots
In case you’re ready to splurge on a designer pair, these Gianvito Rossi shoes are perfect.
J.Crew
Square-Toe Ankle Boots
J.Crew is also getting in on the action.
Toteme
+ Net Sustain the Slim Leather Ankle Boots
Toteme has a cult following in the fashion industry.
Sperry
Seaport Leather Boots
Aquazzura
Brunswick 45 Suede Ankle Boots
How can I possibly choose my favorite pair?
Proenza Schouler
Bronco Leather Chelsea Boots
Proenza Schouler is one of my favorite brands.
Massimo Dutti
Square Toe Flat Boots
Simplicity is the name of the game.
Dolce Vita
Linny H20 Booties
This $120 price tag is calling my name.
Massimo Dutti
Leather Ankle Boots
Massimo Dutti does it again.
Vince is reliably chic.
These will last you a lifetime.
ACNE Studios
Bertine Booties
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