Ankle boots have been in the spotlight for several seasons, but for Fall 2012 they are a must have. Long since adored by by bohemian babes like Rachel Bilson and Nicole Richie, the ankle boot has quickly become a closet staple no matter your style. Try these short stunners with everything from denim to dresses. Slip on a pair of these chic ankle boots to take you from work to weekend and everything in between.

Unlisted Pro Player in Charcoal

Charles by Charles David Striker in Incense Suede

Sam Edelman Salina 2 in Roccia Parch

Blink Lexiee in Amethyst Fabric

G by Guess Citalli in Natural Multi Fabric

BCBGirls Dash in Castagno

Steven by Steven Madden Pembrook in Taupe Suede

Enzo Angiolini Alessi in Dark Brown

Vince Camuto Alexia in Charcoal Nappa

Summer is a time to let your tootsies run free.  So, why would we ever be suggesting you stick them back in boots for 3 months?  Because ankle boots are HOT this Summer!  Would we ever lead you wrong?  Ankle boots and booties with cut-outs, peep toes and other openings are a fun and new trend for Summer shoe style.  Heels.com brings you many different options when it comes to diving into fun like this!  Each pair brings a bold statement and puts your usual sandals and flip-flops to shame.

BCBGirls Elia Heel is a sleek way to look classy.  A glossy patent leather plum upper is a divine way to accent a pencil skirt or a prim pair of shorts.

While Steven by Steve Madden’s Merritt Bootie Sandalis slick and slim.  Step into a square open toe, black leather cut-out bootie that shapes up feet and looks at the same time.

If you still need that breeze that sandals bring during Summer weather, try these Bronx Shani Booties.  Pebbled brown leather, laces and triangular cut-outs give feet the exposure they feel they rightly deserve during the Summer.