Oprah & Gayle's Matching Camel Boots Are A Fall 2026 Essential - How To Style The Look

Oprah Winfrey and Gayle King have proven to be the footwear mavens of fall. On September 5, 2026, while in Telluride, Colorado, the two besties attended the premiere of "Everest: The Other Side" and twinned in light camel boots. The two women styled the boots differently, but the results were clear: camel boots are the hottest footwear for autumn. 

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King wore a denim dress with a nude turtleneck, matching the light grain of her boots. Meanwhile, Winfrey wore a boucle-textured, cream pantsuit with a tonal shirt as her base, allowing her camel boots to pop next to the light suit. The beauty of these camel boots is their versatility. King styled hers with dark denim, proving that the boots look great with rich, sumptuous fall tones. Winfrey kept her look light, and the camel boots looked great styled in that way, too. The most comfortable fall fashion trends in 2026 are about styling outfits that allow for warmth and movability. Considering how chic yet cozy King and Winfrey look, it's clear that a stylish camel boot creates a comfortable base for the perfect fall outfit. 

The beauty of camel boots is in their unique color. Fall and winter boots typically come in black or dark brown, so the emergence of camel boots offers something unique. The warm, neutral tone looks great with everything, but it's much more visually interesting than its black and brown counterparts. And camel boots also come in a range of colors, from a light camel to a darker, more caramel-toned hue. 

Take a styling point from Oprah Winfrey's book by pairing camel boots with a white base. While there's the long-standing rule that people don't wear white after Labor Day, the outdated fashion rule simply doesn't apply anymore. So structure your camel boots around white trousers and a top, just like Winfrey did when she wore her trendy camel boots. For more harmony with the outfit, consider adding a camel-toned jacket and a hat. Not only does this incorporate the camel tone throughout the  outfit, but it also adds layers of warmth on cooler fall days. 

Gayle King stunned in her camel boots in a different way than Oprah Winfrey did. King added contrast by wearing a denim dress, giving the navy and camel colors a visual juxtaposition. But King also made the outfit look intentional by matching her turtleneck with the color of her boots. 

Play with King's styling choices by wearing a dark-wash denim with your camel boots; this is visually richer than wearing a light-wash denim, as there isn't enough of a difference to create a bold finish. Then, as King did, style a top that's the same color as the camel boots to add to that cohesiveness. A light trench coat does the trick since the coloring is so similar. Then have fun with dressing the outfit up or down. A trendy ball cap makes the fit casual. Plus, it's great for an off-duty day. 

Camel boots come in all styles. There are the diminutive ankle boots and the sleek knee-high boots. There also are camel-toned riding boots and Western-inspired cowboy boots in camel. But the iconic slouchy boots also come in the warm, autumnal shade. These easily fall under the most comfortable boot trends for fall 2026 that are both stylish and walkable. 

Slouchy boots were hugely popular in the 1980s and had a revival around the 2010s, becoming one of the hallmark pieces of Y2K fashion. As things come full circle, slouchy boots are trending again, becoming a great shoe choice for fall. Their relaxed structure gives them dramatic volume, and they always steal the show. To avoid too much volume, don't pair the slouchy boots with a long skirt; otherwise, the outfit will look too bottom-heavy. Instead, a shorter skirt or coat with tights makes the perfect visual balance. Pair the slouchy camel boots with a scarf cardigan, a multitasking trend that's dominating in fall 2026. It's the ideal autumn outfit. 

For those days when you're feeling bolder, a camel boot still holds a place in your wardrobe. Style a mini skirt around a pair of sleek, structured knee-high camel boots and let the boots do the talking. The space between the hem of the skirt and the boots is considerable, creating a flattering silhouette and one that has a sexy finish. The boots can have as much of a heel as feels comfortable, but flat camel boots would also work well with this look. 

Copy Oprah Winfrey's white outfit by pairing a white mini skirt and jacket with camel boots, since the two colors look so stylish together. Match your bag by choosing something also in the camel color family so that the outfit looks polished and deliberate. For an added layer of warmth in the fall, slip on sheer pantyhose or thicker tights to stay warm on a brisk day. 

Western detailing, like tassels and fringe, works beautifully with a pair of camel cowboy boots. The light-colored Western boots offer a refreshing take on the traditionally darker-toned boots, giving them a modern finish that feels new and unexpected. Best of all, cowboy boots can be very comfortable, so you can still walk in this stylish footwear.

Play up the Western angle with additional cowboy-inspired detailing. A dark jacket with fringed sleeves adds movement and interest to an outfit without looking too on-theme like a Halloween costume. Opt for a jacket in neutral tones to keep things subtle. Minimal makeup and polished hair will keep the outfit from looking too jazzed up; the key is to keep the Western influence sleek and sophisticated. Finally, add a pop of color with a bright handbag, like something in rust or burnt amber; the additional jolt of color adds warmth to the outfit while also proving to be a suitable tone for fall.