How Cowboy Boots Went From Ranches to Runways—Plus, Easy Ways to Style Them

In 2018, Fendi and Isabel Marant each used western motifs in their Fall/Winter shows, sending minimal cowboy boots made of brown leather, blue croc, and gray plaid down the runway. We’re seeing the trend this year, too: Louis Vuitton’s Cruise 2022 collection spotlighted a futuristic take on the beloved boot. Models wore cowboy-inspired footwear with “Vuitton” logos, mid-calf shafts, pointed toes, and graphic pops of color.