THE BOOT REPORT

While not solely reserved for cooler months, boot design takes ten steps forward come Autumn with a bounty of weather-ready pairs to replace our summer sandals and lightweight kicks.

To help you slip into something special for the season ahead, we round up the key trends for men and women.

Chelsea boots are back and, quite literally, stronger than ever. You’ll find more styles with a slightly higher shaft, plus plenty of chunky, lug soles.

Knee-high and over-the-knee styles have been reimagined with a twist, from classic equestrian models with a bulkier sole to printed creations with wide shafts.

Defined by a typically tough sole and steel toe caps, the humble work boot gets a playful update thanks to luxurious fabrics and metallic accents.

While the original combat boot may have been introduced as a military service shoe during World War II, it has become a staple for the style set in 2020. Expect plenty of platforms and high-grip soles.

For men in search of boots that smartly punctuate an outfit, this season’s avant-garde styles showcase distressed detailing, contrasting soles and oversized proportions.

From studs and sparkly adornments to shimmery fabrics and bold hardware, embellished styles are calling all statement makers this season.