Combat lacing, ribbed sock cuff, serious attitude — the knee-high that refuses to be ordinary.

Some boots are built for blending in. This is not one of those boots. The Step In Style Knee-High Boot in model 203500 arrives with the kind of construction layering that rewards closer attention: a faux leather lower with combat-style lace-up closure, and a ribbed knit sock-cuff topping the shaft at the knee for an unexpected, characterful finish that sits somewhere between sportswear, streetwear, and high fashion. Black throughout, the boot is a study in how much personality a single silhouette can carry when the designer has made genuinely interesting choices at every level.

The piece

A knee-high boot in black faux leather with a lace-up combat-style front closure running from ankle to lower shaft, and a ribbed knit sock-cuff section at the topline. The construction is deliberately hybrid: the structured faux leather lower provides the rigidity and protection of a combat or utility boot, while the ribbed knit cuff at the top transitions the boot into something softer and more fashion-forward in its references. The lacing is functional — the boot can be tightened or loosened for fit — and aesthetic, adding a grid of hardware eyelets and crossing lace pattern across the lower shaft. The knit cuff folds or stands, offering additional styling options at the knee.

Who it's for

For the woman who finds straightforward options boring and gravitates toward the more interesting interpretation of any silhouette. She wears combat boots for their construction references and chunky energy, but she also appreciates the unexpected elegance of a knit cuff at the knee. She is building an expressive wardrobe that reflects the range of her interests — not a single aesthetic mode but several coexisting ones. She pairs these boots with both structured tailoring and relaxed streetwear because the boot itself spans both registers. She is not following a specific trend; she is assembling a look that feels entirely her own.

Closer look

• Black faux leather lower shaft and foot — durable and weather-resistant
• Combat-style lace-up front closure — functional eyelets with crossing lace pattern
• Ribbed knit sock-cuff at the topline — soft, stretchy, and characterful
• Knee-high height — rises to or just below the knee
• All-black colourway — the construction detail reads through tonal contrast of texture
• Available in a range of sizes for precise fit
• Knit cuff can be folded down or worn standing for different styling options
• Lacing adjustable for ankle and lower shaft fit customisation
• Chunky utilitarian aesthetic balanced by the soft knit at the top

Fabric & feel

The boot combines two materially distinct sections. The lower faux leather portion is firm and structured, providing the shape retention and surface durability that combat-style boots require. The lace eyelets are set in firm hardware that does not pull or distort the surrounding material under tension. The upper ribbed knit cuff is the contrast element: soft, slightly stretchy, and textured in a way that reads warm and casual against the harder construction below. The knit is dense enough to hold its shape and not flop against the calf, but flexible enough to fold over at the knee for a cuff-boot styling effect. The overall weight of the boot is substantial — this is not a lightweight fashion piece but a constructed, purposeful boot.

Fit & silhouette

The lace-up lower portion allows a degree of fit customisation across the ankle and lower calf — tighten the lacing for a close, secure hold or leave slightly looser for an undone, deconstructed effect. The knit cuff at the top stretches to accommodate different calf widths, making the knee-high portion of the boot more adaptable than a fixed-shaft alternative. The overall silhouette at the knee depends on whether the cuff is worn standing or folded: standing creates a clean knee-high line with the knit texture as a collar; folded creates a more relaxed, mid-shaft visual with the cuff draping just below the knee. Size true to usual shoe size; the knit cuff accommodates variation at the top.

Styling

Outfit one: Wear with a black mini skirt, an oversized graphic T-shirt tucked loosely at the front only, and a leather bomber jacket. The combat lacing and knit cuff at the knee create a layered, editorial lower half that anchors the casual top without overwhelming it. Add chunky silver jewellery and a compact bag.

Outfit two: Pair with straight-leg dark jeans tucked into the lace-up section, a fitted ribbed black turtleneck, and a longline trench or oversized wool coat. The knit cuff is just visible at the trouser hem, adding texture and interest to an otherwise clean mono palette. The lacing adds structure to the lower leg that a plain black knee-high cannot match.

Outfit three: Style with a plaid or tartan midi skirt in dark tones, a fitted black crop top, and a structured backpack. The combat-utility references of the boot ground the print of the skirt and prevent the outfit from reading as purely preppy — the knit cuff at the knee bridges the distance between the skirt hem and the boot top with a soft transition that feels intentional.

Occasions

Fashion-forward urban days where footwear is part of the creative conversation. Concerts, markets, and cultural events where distinctive styling is appreciated and expected. Casual creative workplaces where personality in dress is a cultural norm. Autumn weekends where the layered construction of the boot adds genuine warmth at the knee alongside its visual contribution. Street style-worthy events and content creation sessions where the boot is worth photographing in its own right. Any occasion where a plain black knee-high would be adequate but this one is significantly more interesting.

Care

The two-material construction requires attention to both sections separately. The faux leather lower: wipe with a soft damp cloth after each wear to remove surface dirt from the eyelets and lace channels. For deeper cleaning, use mild soap on a cloth and work around the lacing hardware carefully. The knit cuff: hand wash or machine wash inside a mesh laundry bag on a cold delicate cycle — do not wring or tumble dry. Air dry the full boot flat. Store stuffed with tissue paper at the foot and lower shaft to maintain shape; the knit cuff can be stored folded or standing. Keep laces clean by soaking separately in warm soapy water and air drying before re-lacing.

Wow detail

The ribbed knit sock-cuff at the topline of this boot is the detail that places it firmly in the contemporary fashion conversation rather than the utility or workwear category. Knit-cuff boots have appeared consistently across designer collections as a way of introducing softness and unexpected materiality into a hard-construction silhouette — and this boot delivers that effect at an entirely accessible price point. The knit cuff is not an add-on or a liner that happens to be visible; it is a designed-in element that changes the character of the boot at its most visible point. That is an editorial choice, and it is the reason this boot looks considered rather than merely available.

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Promise

Every order includes free EU delivery on orders over €69 and a 30-day returns policy. If the fit, lacing, or knit cuff of these boots does not work for you, return within 30 days and we will resolve it without complication. We back every piece we sell.