I know, I know, it's barely mid-August and we're already talking about what you should be wearing this Autumn and Winter. The problem is, those pesky shoe designers surprise us every year by releasing their A/W collections whilst our minds are still on wedges and toe-posts. By the time we're freezing our toes off in October, everywear has sold out.
So what's a girl to do? Well, for one thing, cast aside your thoughts of your summer sandals for a moment, and read our rundown of that essential A/W wardrobe stable: the calf or knee-high black boot. Here's our top 10, with choices for all budgets.
Lucchese 14548. $303.98 / £171.
- We love these hand-painted calf-length heels.
Kit Women's Lace Up Knee High Boots. £49 / $86
- We've already told you that lace-ups are the future. Here's an affordable style.
Faith Reilly. Reduced from £75 to £32.
- We love the strap and tassle details on these calf-high boots.
Schuh Fab Fur Calf Boot, via Vivaladiva.com £15
- If you're a size six you're in luck, these bargain beauties are now only available in that size.
Debenhams black slouch boots. £85.
- The round toe and slouch style gives these an original, unique feel.
Kors by Michael Kor, black stretch boot. $147 in the sale.
- We're liking the buckle detail and the price with these leather lovelies.
Ruche Buckle Boot from asos.com. £28.
- Personally, I'm not a huge fan of this style, but I know some people are and these are a bargain.
Bakers 'Dana' leather boot. $79.95.
- Leather + metallic heel + pointy toe = boot beauties. Not a bad price, either!
Charles David Lush black suede boots. $385.95.
- Something a bit different; the silver motif on these makes them stand out from the crowd.
Office toe-cap knee boots in leather. £89.99.
- A chunkier heel for those on their feet all day.
By Toni Stokes, with much appreciated research help from Claire Davidson.
