One of the most important aspects of any footwear is style. After all, no amount of comfort or features will matter if you don't like how the shoes look on your feet. While style is wholly subjective, it can be influenced by many things.

Color Options: Most boots will come in at least one or two color options, typically brown and black. These are more basic colors that will pair well with anything.

But what if you want something a little different? Maybe you prefer brighter colors or patterns that stand out. That's the beauty of shopping online; you can find almost any color! Be mindful that different displays will handle colors differently, so be careful that the color might turn out slightly different than expected when the design arrives at your door.

Cut: Slouch boots come in a wide variety of cuts, from over the knee boots to calf-length styles. Each cut is best suited for different purposes. A higher cut pairs well with leggings or a shorter dress, while lower cuts will look great with jeans and dress pants.

The kind of cut you go with depends on where you plan on wearing the footwear, and the amount of support and comfort you need. Higher cuts offer more support around the ankle, while lower cuts will allow for more flexibility.

Heel/Wedge: Heels are wonderful things, aren't they? They come in all sorts of heights and thicknesses and styles and go well with anything. So do wedges, come to think of it. This is why you'll find a wide variety of styles on our list, from block heels to wedges, even to the unique styling on the FLY London Yama.

Wedges offer the most stability, as do block heels. Any sort of heel will hold your foot in an unnatural position, so let your comfort be your guide. It's not a good idea to get a heel type that you're going to spend the entire day being uncomfortable with.

As you can see, there are a lot of things that go into the style of a boot. When in doubt, look at user reviews, especially those with pictures. This will help give you an idea of how the boots will look in person so that you're less likely to be disappointed when they arrive at your doorstep.

Our goal in this buying guide was to make sure that, no matter what product you picked out, it would join you for many adventures! To assess the durability of a design, we looked at two different things.

One, we looked at the outsole of the shoe and how the manufacturer assured consumers that their product could withstand the test of time. The outsole of a boot that is made from rubber is perfect because of several factors: it is durable and helps the design last longer, and it is also slip and skid-resistant, preventing you from losing your balance on any type of flooring.

Secondly, we took into account the quality of the materials that go into a boot. For the highest level of durability, you want genuine leather materials, such as full-grain leather or suede. These last quite a while, especially if they are layered more thickly. With proper care, leather boots will keep you company for years to come!

Synthetic leathers and other materials such as canvas or textiles are not as durable. However, they are also animal-friendly and less expensive than genuine leathers, so you might have to weigh your pros and cons when deciding on the right type of material for yourself.

Keep in mind whether or not the design you're eyeing is weather-resistant. It wouldn't be smart to take out a non-waterproof boot into wet weather, as this will most likely ruin it in record time. Choose the type of boot based on the season you'll be wearing it in.

The next criterion that helped in the evaluation process was comfort. We all know boots may not be the most comfortable walking shoes. They are designed to keep your feet safe, warm or fashionable, depending on the style and need.

With that being said, we understand what it’s like to get blisters from your boots – or that it’s unbearable to walk after an hour or so. Here are some important features to consider when deciding whether or not a particular design will be comfortable to wear long-term.

• Footbed: The footbed of a design comes in direct contact with your foot sole. It needs to be cushioned so that you are comfortable as you walk, but it also needs to be firm enough to provide you with support throughout the day. A contoured or a molded footbed is an added bonus, as these footbeds provide you with arch support as well. Arch support prevents foot fatigue and reduces the risk of foot-related ailments developing later on.
• Heel: For maximum comfort, go for lower heels, say under four inches in height. Anything higher than that will become painful in a couple of hours' time. In terms of the heel shape, thick heels, such as wedges and chunky heels, are an excellent choice if you want to be steady on your feet for as long as you need to.
• Technologies: Finally, some brands offer special comfort technologies in their designs. These are systems specifically focused on providing you with the best experience possible. However, it is important to note that not every technology suits every person. Try on the design before you commit to it, and make sure that no part of it is causing you any pain or discomfort on the first wear.

Here is the thing with boots that is so unique. They can either be worn and used in a wide spectrum of activities, or they are limited to just a very few. Now, we know that slouch boots are a fashion trend, but we did not want you only getting a boot that you can wear to dinner and then have to take it off.

We carefully studied every single design to make sure that it has great usability and can match with numerous outfits and activities. In fact, on our list, you will notice there are a few different types of slouch boots – matching for different needs.

So what exactly does make a boot versatile?

For starters, it's all about the color. Neutral options such as black, brown, tan and gray go well with anything and are bound to find a place in your wardrobe. Whether you like colorful outfits or more subdued ones, neutral colors will be a great choice to wear.

Secondly, consider the wearability, or the comfort of the design. We talked more in-depth about this in our Criteria section, but it stands to reason that you won't be able to wear a boot for long if you're not comfortable in it. So choose something your feet feel good in and that you won't mind wearing from the office to a dinner date to a casual walk through the city all without changing your footwear.

Finally, the style or the design itself is important. Versatility means a design that can easily blend in, so stay away from bling. Sparkles, crystals, outrageous decorations may draw the eye, but chances are that you won't be able to wear these boots in most situations. Simplicity is key.

The last concept that we evaluated was the idea of the overall design and appeal. Since slouch boots are a fad and trend, we wanted to make sure that, whatever product we shared with you was stylish, fashionable, and impressionable.

We looked at hundreds of different boots and what you see today is what we considered the best looking ones. Now, we know this can be slightly opinion-based; we also did consult with previous customers in their reviews to make sure that other people felt the same way.

This is probably one criterion that we always get excited to share with our readers. The reason being, it’s a valuable criterion that can be applied when purchasing just about any type of product. What’s so cool about value is that you learn a lot about a market and can often secure the absolute best possible deal.

When it came to slouch boots, we started by looking at the entire market and what their costs were. Once we figured out what the average costs were, we then took it a step further and used that average cost when assessing a product. We could tell whether a brand was charging more or charging the market rate.

From there, we took the value into consideration. If the value was under the average cost – the product was not worth it. Only when the value superseded the costs or matched the price tag was a product considered for our list.