Updated May 14, 2026
My Favorite Stylish White Boots for Men
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For many, finding a pair of boots that work with their style is an easy task. A majority of guys just want a black or brown boot that can carry them through a rainy day. But for those of us who are tired of the classics, finding that perfect boot can be a bit of a quest.
I believe more brands should offer their signature styles in colors other than black or brown, so I went looking for the best white boots for men.
I think they are extremely versatile and go well with my “heritage but make it street” style. They are great alternatives to white sneakers when cold weather approaches.
Below are some of the options that you may like.
Clarks Desert Boot
First up is a fresh take on the classic Clarks Desert Boot — see my review of the original here.
Highlights
One of the most inoffensive-looking shoes ever, you really can’t go wrong with Clarks Desert Boots, especially if you are trying to venture out into more colorful footwear.
This iconic chukka — that’s a shorter boot with two or three pairs of eyelets — has been around for over 70 years. Originally designed as a military boot, today this style serves as a wardrobe staple for new and seasoned fashion enthusiasts alike. This iteration is made from grained white leather stitched onto Clarks’ famously comfortable crepe sole.
Who Should Buy These Boots?
- People who have a casual wardrobe. Many people make the mistake of purchasing these as a way to dress up, but in reality, desert boots are as casual as your sneakers.
- People who are on a tight budget. Sitting at $150 dollars, these are pretty darn inexpensive for leather boots, plus because of their versatility (you can wear them year-round), they can save you from buying a new pair of footwear each season.
Who Shouldn’t Buy These Boots?
- People who live in an environment that receives a lot of rain or snow. The finished leather is water-resistant enough, but enough rain or snow will penetrate through the seams, and the sole doesn’t perform that well when grip is a priority.
Grant Stone Ottawa Boot
This company is making serious waves in the boot industry by making what many consider Alden-quality shoes at Red Wing prices. (Meaning they’re worth a good $200 more than they charge.) They manage this by making their boots in the coastal town of Xiamen, China, but that doesn’t mean they’re low quality — Grant Stone boots are universally considered examples of excellent quality footwear.
Highlights
Grant Stone makes a variety of footwear, but their signature offerings, like the Ottawa boot and Diesel boot, are what you might call “smart casual” or perhaps “business casual”: they go great with most varieties of button-down and look terrific with a blazer or sports jacket.
The Ottawa is one of the company’s first two boot patterns (the other was the plain toe Diesel), sporting a hand-sewn moc toe design and a split toe. These are nothing like work boot moc toes you might be used to from Red Wing. Grant Stone also makes boots like that, but the Ottawa is sleek and refined, particularly with this luscious cream suede.
Who Should Buy These Boots?
- Men looking for a refined boot that’s not overly dressy; something to work with a button-down at the office or at the bar.
- Guys who value craftsmanship, Grant Stone’s boots are a step above the other boots you’ll find at this price point, with many believing they rival Alden.
Who Shouldn’t These Boots?
- Folks who have a problem with boots being made in China.
- Those who are after a more voluminous work boot.
Alden x Todd Snyder Indy Boot
Todd Snyder collabs are always fun to look forward to. The uppers of these Indy boots are made from a suede that seems to shift from a pure white to a creamy off-white color depending on the light.
Highlights
The Indy Boot was made famous by Indiana Jones, but Todd Snyder made this classic more stylish than ever. This refined take on an American icon is exactly what the heritage fashion world needed. It showed people that having a contemporary style doesn’t mean you need to sacrifice build quality. Fair warning though: if you want this model, you better act fast as this is a very limited release!
Who Should Buy These Boots
- People who are fans of great American bootmaking. Alden is and will continue to be one of the most respected makers in the boot game. Their lasts are timeless and comfortable.
- People who are hard wearing their boots. The soles and heels on these Indys are extremely sturdy and will last years — plus you can resole them when the time comes.
Who Shouldn’t Buy These Boots
- People who are on a tight budget. These are not cheap boots!
- Those who don’t love the care required to keep unadorned suede clean.
Taft Jaro Boot
We’ve established that Taft makes out-of-the-ordinary boots, so it made sense to revisit another of their boots for this list — but it’s wholly unlike the Dylan.
Highlights
The last boot on the list stands out from the rest because it isn’t made from full grain leather, or suede, or roughout: it’s wool. Taft changed the game with their signature woolen Jack Boot, and the Jaro boot nixed the leather counter and heel to produce an all-white boot that looks cool as hell, making a statement while being relatively minimalist.
Who Should Buy These Boots
- Someone who wants a white boot that isn’t too garish.
- Anyone who likes the slimmer, more modern look that Taft emphasizes — clompy work boots these aren’t.
- Guys who relish the opportunity to say “Oh, it’s not leather.”
Who Shouldn’t Buy These Boots
- Guys who can’t stomach the thought of wearing non-leather boots.
Truman Smoke Rambler
It’s up to you whether this extremely light grey boot can count as “white,” but we’re confident the average passerby would call you “the guy in those awesome white boots.”
Highlights
Truman is an all-American boot company that makes their product in Oregon, and for my money, they have the coolest leathers in the business.
Their lineup changes a bit seasonally, but the leathers include shrunken bison, moose roughout, black kudu, and CF Stead’s Rambler leather, which we have an entire article about. In short, this is a shrunken, waxed suede that’s much more weather-resistant than your standard suede.
Note that occasionally, Truman will sell a boot they call Desert Oasis, which is a creamy, unwaxed suede that’s harder to take care of, but it’s a little whiter than Smoke Rambler. But the Smoke Rambler is easier to keep clean — important for white boots — and takes less work to maintain the color. It’s up to you which one you prefer, but in my experience, Smoke Rambler is more likely to be available in the store.
Of all the boots on this list, I completely subjectively believe Truman makes the coolest white boot, and I named the company as makers of the toughest entry on my list of the best boots you can buy.
Who Should Buy These Boots
- Someone who wants a white boot that isn’t too hard to keep clean.
- Guys who want a tough-as-nails boot that happens to be white.
- Dudes who prioritize made in America.
Who Shouldn’t Buy These Boots
- Guys who want something a little dressier.
- Penny pinchers who don’t love the idea of spending $420 on boots.
Viberg Service Boot in Nomad Bokhara
So it’s rare that you get to write, “if you want to save a few bucks, check out Viberg.” But you can save about $20 bucks and pick up a pair of Viberg’s famous service boots in this cool Bokhara leather.
Highlights
Starting with the construction, you get Viberg’s 2030 Last, which is sleek and refined-looking. They are made with stitchdown construction, so they are slightly more waterproof than a welted build. And of course, we’re talking about Viberg here, so you get amazing antelope leather from CF Stead, who describes the leather as having a unique soft ‘spongy’ texture and low density. The leather has a great character to it with nice pebbling and visible pores.
Who Should Buy These Boots
- Purists, refined men who appreciate the extraordinary skill and labor it takes to make a Viberg boot. Many consider this the world’s best casual boot.
- Guys who want an unusual leather like the CF Stead’s Bokhara Antelope.
Who Shouldn’t Buy These Boots
- Folks who can’t justify the $670 price tag.
- Someone who wants a boot with a uniform appearance; antelope leather tends to carry scars and scrapes from the animal’s life.
When I did my first review of the Viberg Service Boot, the boot only came in E widths. It’s now available in D, E, and EE, but the default width is E — make sure you click on “D” before hitting purchase if you don’t want wide fitting boots!
Wrapping Up
It should be easier to find boots that you like. I think the frustration for myself and many others stems from the fact that there is not enough variety in the heritage fashion scene. Everything is black or brown. If more brands started making boots in other colors, such as white, then they could potentially attract a new group of customers. Here, I think I’ve done a good job of showing just how wearable white boots can be.
