If You Need Help Picking A Black Lace-up Ankle Boot, Then Read This

If buying a pair of lace-up ankle boots in the only color that can do no wrong—black—seems simple enough, then you might be surprised to find yourself inundated with options. But have no fear, we’re here to help you narrow down your choices to find the perfect pair for you.

Just refer to our simple if/then statements to help you determine what type of black ankle boot you should buy.

If you book your mani/pedis on a bi-weekly basis, then a high-heeled bootie with an open toe is the only one for you.

If your flannel shirt is solely worn tied around your waist, then take a cue from all the Courtney Love and Shirley Manson wannabe’s that came before you and lace into a pair of lug-soled combat boots.

If you spend the majority of your year knee deep in snow (we’re looking at you Canada), then a little fur-trim will go a long way in keeping you warm—and cool.

If your closet consists entirely of pencil skirts and blazers, then a pointed-toe bootie sans embellishments will be refined enough to stand up to any of your office attire.

If the only other shoes you own are sneakers, then don’t risk injury in a skinny stiletto, but stick to the sporty details and sturdy footing you are used to with a pair of wedge high-top sneaker-booties.

If your idea of a necklace is locking a chain around your neck, then opt for a pair of equally heavy-metal boots—complete with multiple buckles and straps.

If your idea of working happens exclusively on dance floors, then get a pair of crazy-sexy heels you can dance in—like a pair with flashy metal details and a chunky stacked heel.

From heel height to embellishment options, no two black lace-up ankle boots are alike. Which is perfect because you can find a pair that is as unique as you.

There is a black lace-up bootie for everybody.