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Ready to re-emerge? You’ll need a pair of party-ready shoes to do so. And this fall, consider something a little more unexpected than heeled-evening sandals: a pair of statement-making knee-high boots. In addition to your standard black leather, this season brings plenty of options as ready for a night out as a pair of embellished pumps or strappy heels.

Paris Texas, Victoria Beckham, and Dries Van Noten are all redefining what a pair of dancing shoes can look like, offering slick silver metallic, sparkling glitter, and crystal-studded boots. We like to think of them all as disco balls for your feet. Christian Louboutin’s electric blue slouchy boots and Tamara Mellon’s emerald velvet pair will fair well after midnight. Very glam! You can’t go wrong pairing a little black dress with a bold animal-print boot either; take your pick between Sergio Hudson’s collaboration with Brother Vellies or ’80s-inspired pairs from Isabel Marant and The Attico. Though if you prefer solids to prints but still want to make a statement, Alexandre Vauthier and Miista give a liquid-like shine thanks to their glossy patent leathers.

Not a night owl? Should you want to wear these head-turning boots in the daylight hours, you have full support. On the fall 2021 runways, Jil Sander and the aforementioned Victoria Beckham and Dries Van Noten all showed statement silver boots with midi-length printed frocks and neutral knit dresses, proving the unexpected versatility of a boot that’s far from traditional.

Whether by day or night, turn heads in the glittery, shiny, printed, and more of fall’s most fun knee-high boots.