Knee high lace up boots are tall boots with lacing that runs most or all of the shaft height, usually landing just below the knee, and they adjust fit more precisely than side-zip styles do.
The catch: fuller calves need to check shaft circumference before ordering, since lacing only tightens where the eyelets sit.
Styles here run $51 to $259, though most land between $98 and $164 after the 30–70% discounts that show up across black leather, distressed tan, cherry red and waterproof finishes.
Lucky Brand Adana Knee High Boots
The Lucky Brand Adana sits at $160.30 on sale from $229, a 30% discount that lands it in the middle of the knee-high lace-up range.
The distressed natural colorway reads as a pale tan with visible texture, closer to beige than to brown, and the finish gives it a lived-in look straight out of the box.
Lacing runs the full height of the shaft, which puts this squarely in the category rather than treating laces as an accent near the ankle.
The style skews Western without committing to full cowboy territory: worn enough to pair with denim but clean enough for a shirtdress.
At this price it competes directly with the Vince Camuto Sangeti, which costs more at full retail but lacks the distressed finish.
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Vince Camuto Sangeti Stacked Heel Knee High Boot
The Sangeti comes in black at $239.00 and a Brownie shade marked down to $164.99, which puts 31% back in your wallet if the warm brown works with what you already own.
The stacked heel keeps you stable without the clatter of a wrapped stiletto, and the 4.0-star average suggests it holds up to regular wear without the fit complaints that sink cheaper lace-ups.
Vince Camuto cuts the shaft to sit just below the knee rather than over it, so if you have athletic calves or want the laces functional instead of decorative, check the shaft circumference before you order.
The lace-up here adjusts fit at the ankle and lower calf but does not cinch the whole height the way a combat boot would.
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Dr. Martens Emmeline Leather Lace-Up Boots
The Dr. Martens Emmeline runs $111.46 in black (20% off the $140.00 list) and $98.00 in cherry red (30% off), both sitting at a 2.3-star rating that signals real complaints worth checking before you buy.
The leather is Martens’ standard full-grain construction, and the lace-up front runs the full height of the shaft, so you get a closer fit than a side-zip style would give.
That rating tells me either the sizing runs wrong for most buyers or the break-in period is rougher than people expected.
Martens leather needs wear to soften, and knee-high lacing means more pressure points until it does. At under $100 for the red pair, the price works if you know your Martens size and can handle a few uncomfortable weeks.
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Waterproof Styles Worth Checking
Cole Haan’s Cherise Lace-Up Lug Boots arrive in two waterproof finishes: dark chocolate suede at $149.97 (down from $300) and black leather at $140.90 (originally $300).
Both sit on a lug sole that grips wet pavement better than a smooth tread. SOREL’s ONA AVE Boot Lace Waterproof in Velvet Tan drops to $51 from $170, a 70% markdown that makes sealed seams affordable if you’re budgeting tight.
Waterproofing keeps socks dry when snow melts on your calves or rain runs off an umbrella straight onto the shaft.
Knee-high boots cover more surface area than ankle styles, so untreated leather or suede soaks through faster. Sealed seams and waterproof membranes block moisture at the points where panels meet, which is where most leaks start.
If you walk more than a block to the subway or park farther out in winter, treated leather or a waterproof boot solves the problem before wet feet ruin the day.
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Color and Material Variations
Black dominates the listings, but the range runs wider than standard smooth leather.
The Free People Davey OTK in black nubuck ($250.20, down from $278) shows what matte texture does to a tall boot. It reads less formal than polished leather and hides scuffs better through a season of wear.
Dr. Martens offers the Emmeline in both black and cherry red leather, the latter starting at $98 when discounted. Suede appears in neutrals: the VIONIC Olympia in hazelnut suede runs $120.13 marked down from $180, and brown suede from Franco Sarto lists at $119.
Distressed finishes land somewhere between rustic and worn-in. Lucky Brand’s Adana in distressed natural leather costs $160.30 after discount, a look that pairs better with denim than dress pants.
Tan, cognac, and rich mahogany round out the warm tones, with the Taos Crave in tan selling for $175 when on sale.
Material choice changes how the boot ages: smooth leather creases at the flex points, suede needs regular brushing, and nubuck sits between the two for maintenance.
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Price and Sale Patterns
Knee-high lace-up boots run $51 to $259, though most land between $98 and $164.
The SOREL ONA AVE sits at the low end when discounted 70% from $170, while the Vince Camuto Adria holds the top at full price. Dr. Martens Emmeline styles drop to $98–$111 on sale, and Lucky Brand’s Adana comes in around $160 after 30% off.
Discounts of 30–70% off MSRP show up across most styles, which means timing a purchase around sale cycles saves $50–$100 without sacrificing choice. Full-price inventory tends to be newer colorways or wide-calf fits, but markdown bins still carry core blacks and browns.
If a style you want is marked low stock at 50% off or better, that is the window. Restocks at those depths are rare.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much do knee high lace up boots cost?
Knee high lace up boots range from $51 to $259, with most styles priced between $98 and $164.
The SOREL ONA AVE starts at $51 when discounted 70%, Dr. Martens Emmeline styles drop to $98–$111 on sale, and the Vince Camuto Adria sits at the top end at $259 full price.
Discounts of 30–70% off retail are common, saving $50–$100 when you time purchases around sale cycles.
What colors do knee high lace up boots come in?
Black leads the color range, but options include cherry red, tan, cognac, rich mahogany, hazelnut suede, brown suede, and distressed natural leather.
The Free People Davey OTK offers black nubuck for a matte finish, Dr. Martens Emmeline comes in both black and cherry red, and the Lucky Brand Adana features distressed natural leather that reads as pale tan.
Warm browns and tans pair better with denim, while black works across formal and casual settings.
Are there waterproof knee high lace up boots?
Cole Haan’s Cherise Lace-Up Lug Boots come in waterproof dark chocolate suede at $149.97 and black leather at $140.90, both discounted from $300. SOREL’s ONA AVE Boot Lace Waterproof in Velvet Tan drops to $51 from $170, a 70% markdown.
Waterproofing blocks moisture at sealed seams and keeps socks dry when snow melts on your calves or rain runs down the shaft, which matters more on knee-high boots than ankle styles since they cover more surface area.
