Bottega Veneta Tall Leather Boots

As far as beautiful leather items go, Bottega Veneta are definitely up there with the best. If you truly want to invest in boots (and by 'truly invest' I actually mean 'risk eviction, walk everywhere because you can't afford a travelcard / petrol and live off microwave noodles for the rest of you life) then I suggest these stunning antique look brown boots. The look is timeless - a fairly substantial 4" heel, a classic round toe and a shaped opening - and the colour is more exciting than black but just as practical. They're just over $1000 on pre-order at Saks, so get saving.