When talking about popular and commonly used men's footwear, ankle mens boots are at the top of the list. Not only they're stylish and comfortable, but they're also versatile and practical. Lots of models are available on the market, meaning that finding the right model is a piece of cake. There are lots of models to choose from, allowing you to pair them with different outfits.

Chelsea boots are maybe among the most popular and most commonly used boots among men. They're known for their elastic side panels with no laces that allow for easy slip-on. Generally speaking, these boots are made entirely of leather, however, finding them in suede isn't an exception. Both of these types of boots are available in numerous colours, allowing you to mix and match them with different outfits and outfit combos. All of these things make Chelsea boots easy to wear, low-maintenance and comfortable above all. From smart casual and casual to more formal occasions, the sleek cut Chelsea boots can work perfectly with many outfits.

Dress boots are quite similar to dress shoes with the main difference in their leather height. Unlike Chelsea, these boots are lace-up boots and they are the perfect alternative to dress up shoes in winter. Generally, they're made of high-quality leather which adds to their appearance and quality. Dress ankle mens boots are the perfect addition to any outfit thanks to their numerous styles, materials and designs. Aside from wearing them with formal and business professional outfits, some models of these shoes can go great with semi-casual outfits as well. Out of all types, it's the suede type of dress ankle boots that are perfect to be paired with jeans and chinos.

Just like dress boots, chukka boots also feature laces just a bit different than the ones of dress boots. Usually, these boots are made only of leather and suede, rubber or leather sole and open laces that can feature only two or three eyelets. When compared to dress boots, they're more casual and less formal than dress boots. They're also more comfortable and the most commonly used choice for modern men. Even though more casual than dress boots, still they can look smart when combined with certain outfits.

Even though these boots are mainly designed for men working in construction or for tradesmen, they also allow for being worn on daily occasions. A great example of today's men work boots are the Timberland boots models with their rugged look and chunky outsole. Being designated for work, these boots are mainly made of durable and sturdy materials, and they also allow for being paired with casual outfits.

The casual types of ankle boots look perfect when paired with jeans and chinos. All of the aforementioned models except for dress shoes, can go great with more relaxed attire, and allow for being matched with pants, casual shirts, t-shirts, sweaters, hoodies, leather jackets, denim jackets, bomber jackets, blazers and even with a dressier coat. The most basic casual boot men combo is a t-shirt and jeans, however, some men love to match them with slim-fit jeans, and a flannel over a fitted white or black shirt.

If wanting to achieve a smart casual look, then you should certainly opt for Chelsea or chukka boots in black or dark brown colour. For such combos, you can pair one of these types of boots with chinos or blue jeans, an Oxford shirt and a sweater over it. You can also pair them with darker jeans, a V-neck shirt/sweater and a bomber jacket. This combo can look amazing when paired with work boots as well. On the other hand, you can pair chukka boots with chinos/blue jeans, an Oxford shirt and a sweater over it. For a more classic and slimmer look, you can pair Chelsea boots with darker pants/jeans, a slim-fit sweater and a blazer. And for an even more fashionable and classic look, you can pair black Chelsea boots with dress fitted dark jeans, a neutral shirt and a leather jacket.

The modern gentlemen are more and more rocking the suit/boots combo in winter. Given the fact that some winter days aren't just good for wearing dress shoes, matching a nice suit with dress boots is paramount. The type and colour of your dress boots should mainly depend on the colour and type of your suit. For instance, a black or navy suit should be paired with brown or black boots. Keep in mind that the chosen dress boots should be made only from leather and a polished one in order to be paired with a formal suit.