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    I’m a Boot Connoisseur—24 Chic Pairs I’m Coveting From Nordstrom’s Half-Yearly Sale

    My seasonal wardrobe is about to get a major upgrade.

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    By Brooke Knappenberger
    Published 20 December 2025 In News

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    One thing you should know about me is that boots are my shoe of choice. Whether it's a classic Chelsea style or a cool kitten heel, a great pair makes me feel like my most confident self. With that said, I'll never pass up an opportunity to score a chic new pair, especially when it's on major sale. Now that Nordstrom's Half-Yearly Sale has arrived, I have the perfect excuse to add some freshness to my footwear rotation.

    At this very moment, Nordstrom has hundreds of boots marked down by up to 60 percent off. There are knee-high boots to wear with your sweater dresses and pencil skirts, and ankle boots to pair with your denim. I spotted just about every winter boot trend, too, from suede styles and classic tall black silhouettes. Essentially, every kind of boot is on sale, making my closet (and my budget) very happy.

    I scrolled through the entire sale section, and it didn't take long before I had a wishlist a mile long of fresh boots for the season. If you're curious about what boots a shopping editor is coveting, keep scrolling. In my opinion, the boots ahead are the only ones worth shopping for. PSA: Many pairs ring in at $100 and under (you're welcome!).

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    Circus NY by Sam Edelman, Yulia Pointy Toe Knee High Boots

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    Yulia Pointy Toe Knee High Boots (Were $160)
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    Trust me, chocolate brown boots will make your outfit look rich as hell.

    Stasia Pointed Toe Boot

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    $84
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    These boots will look so chic peaking out from baggy jeans.

    Ainsley Chelsea Boot

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    Ainsley Chelsea Boot
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    Everyone needs a pair of flat black boots for long days.

    Sisa Bootie

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    $80
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    This is how to do a block-heel boot in 2025.

    Sam Edelman, Sylvia Knee High Boot

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    Sylvia Knee High Boots (Were $200)
    $120
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    Dare to add a pop of cherry red to your look.

    Taylin Knee High Boot

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    Taylin Knee High Boots (Were $220)
    $130
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    From the suede finish to the kitten heel, everything about these boots scream "rich."

    Vince Camuto, Sangeti Knee High Boot

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    Sangeti Knee High Boots (Were $239)
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    This pair has a '70s feel that I can definitely get behind.

    Dolce Vita, Roan Block Heel Booties (Were $160)

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    Roan Block Heel Booties (Were $160)
    $100
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    These suede booties come in the prettiest colors.

    Hunny Knee High Boot

    Steve Madden
    Hunny Knee High Boots (Were $109)
    $66
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    These boots hug the calf for a cool-girl look.

    Nordstrom, Dauphine Kitten Heel Knee High Boot

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    Dauphine Kitten Heel Knee High Boots (Were $190)
    $90
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    Don't sleep on Nordstrom's in-house line for chic, affordable footwear.

    Chekmat Square Toe Bootie

    Jeffrey Campbell
    Chekmat Square Toe Booties (Were $200)
    $150
    SHOP NOW

    How cool is the flared heel on this pair?

    Kiona Kitten Heel Bootie

    Marc Fisher LTD
    Kiona Kitten Heel Booties (Were $199)
    $140
    SHOP NOW

    As a minimalist, these are the kind of boots I would wear on a weekly basis.

    Marc Fisher LTD, Danai Kitten Heel Booties (Were $199)

    Marc Fisher LTD
    Danai Kitten Heel Booties (Were $199)
    $140
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    I've noticed my favorite It girls are swapping out black boots for burgundy, and I'm on board.

    Darian Water Resistant Chelsea Boot

    Nordstrom
    Darian Water Resistant Chelsea Boots (Were $130)
    $70
    SHOP NOW

    For when you need to handle winter slush, these boots will come in handy.

    Dusty Bootie

    Steve Madden
    Dusty Booties (Were $159)
    $100
    SHOP NOW

    If I didn't know any better, I would've thought these boots were designer.

    Helia Knee High Boot

    Nordstrom
    Helia Knee High Boots (Were $200)
    $130
    SHOP NOW

    A sensible block heel means you can walk in these boots for a long time without a sweat.

    Circus NY by Sam Edelman, Laura Snakeskin Embossed Snip Toe Booties (Were $150)

    Circus NY by Sam Edelman
    Laura Snakeskin Embossed Snip Toe Booties (Were $150)
    $60
    SHOP NOW

    Animal-print shoes are nothing short of cool.

    Camrin Waterproof Boot

    Blondo
    Camrin Waterproof Boots (Were $200)
    $170
    SHOP NOW

    I swear by Blondo's waterproof boots for winter.

    Primm Lug Sole Bootie

    Circus NY by Sam Edelman
    Primm Lug Sole Booties (Were $160)
    $64
    SHOP NOW

    You can't go wrong with lug-sole boots in the wintertime.

    Dolce Vita, Shadie Waterproof Pointed Toe Chelsea Boot

    Dolce Vita
    Shadie Waterproof Pointed Toe Chelsea Boots (Were $170)
    $100
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    Waterproof suede is a dream come true.

    Vince Camuto, Lorrys Whipstitch Block Heel Boot

    Vince Camuto
    Lorrys Whipstitch Block Heel Boots (Were $199)
    $119
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    Consider this pair a chicer take on cowboy boots.

    Dolce Vita, Kedra H2o Waterproof Boot

    Dolce Vita
    Kedra H2o Waterproof Boots (Were $240)
    $150
    SHOP NOW

    A faux-shearling lining will keep your feet warm in freezing temps.

    Frankie Waterproof Chelsea Boot

    Blondo
    Frankie Waterproof Chelsea Boots (Were $189)
    $90
    SHOP NOW

    Chelsea boots will never go out of style.

    Reflect Platform Boot

    Jeffrey Campbell
    Reflect Platform Boots (Were $295)
    $133
    SHOP NOW

    These boots are always on the feet of my favorite fashion girls, so it's about time I get myself a pair.

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