Frye Veronica Shortie Boot

Quite a popular boot for a few years now, the Frye Veronica Shortie Boot has been a real trend setter for a couple of reasons. One is the style: the leather toe and shaft with a wide buckle across the top of the instep echoed by a smaller one at the top of the 8 1/2 inch shaft. Add a stacked, 1 inch wood heel with rubber tap for a walk that means business. Reason two is the color selection: eight unique colors including stone-washed, burnished and antiqued blends of blacks, browns and greys. A lot of boot for $268 full retail price.

The Frye Veronica Shortie Boot is tried and true and hard to beat. Below are some comparable styles to check out as well:

Frye Engineer 12R Boot:

Another classic look from Frye with modern technology too. Beautifully soft leather with the Wellington vamp and two adjustable, nickel-finish buckles - at top and bottom of the 9 inch shaft. A specially designed insole offers cushioning as well as resistance to bacteria. The Neoprene outsole and heel are oil resistant and the full-length leather midsole provides support and durability. A hefty 1 1/2 inch heel finishes the look. Pick from Burnt Red, Sand or Smoke for $218 list price.

Frye Veronica Grommet Short Boot:

Everything about this book screams quality plus, beginning with the finest of leather uppers. Add a pair of adjustable strap buckles to ease the on/off access. The line of grommets up the back of the boot and on the buckle straps add to the flair of this boot as will the color selection. Choose a solid cognac or natural leather or step into the limelight in a cognac or gray leather paired with a contrasting canvas shaft. Get a boost in height with the 1 1/4 inch heel and stride with confidence on the durable rubber outsole for $248 full retail price.

Cole Haan Air Tantivy Short Flat Boot:

Here is a chic look in a distressed grain, black leather pull-on boot. The decorative metal hardware of D rings on the sides and the hook and loop detail at the top of the 10 1/2 inch shaft have an equestrian-inspired in look. There is a leather lining plus the padded footbed has NIKE AIR® technology so you know it will be comfortable. A combination leather and rubber sole has a 1 1/4 inch heel. Add this to your look for $298 full retail.

A short boot, like the Frye Veronica Shortie Boot or any of these other styles, is essential to your footwear collection. You may order any of these online, some at lower than the retail prices shown here and remember there is free shipping, too.