If you ask me which major shoe trend to invest in for the new season, then let me tell you: it's knee high boots.
They were quite simply everywhere on the autumn/winter catwalks in New York, London, Milan and Paris, in all styles and hues.
At Hermes, heeled suede boots were imagined in autumnal hues of burgundy, mustard and brown, while at Bottega Venetta they came in the house's signature woven leather and skimmed model's buttocks.
At Brunello Cuccinelli and David Koma, they had equestrian and cowgirl vibes. Biker influences were seen at Acne, Miu Miu and Moschino. At Chloe, Celine and Chanel, 70s influences could be seen in the platform heels and floral prints.
They were paired with everything from hot pants to suits, pencil skirts to leather gowns and denim.
During fashion month, they were a fixture with the street style set. I saw influencers pairing patent boots with lace slip dresses and cowboy styles with leather dresses. In Paris, Chanel's wellies were unmissable.
While ankle boots are great worn with your favourite jeans, there is no denying the versatility and chicness of their taller sisters.
Wear them this season with your favourite knitted dress, or tuck your favourite jeans into them for a Princess Diana-approved look - though I'm loving silver jeans tucked into metallic boots for a more trend-led option.
Don't be fooled into thinking knee high boots are only for tall women, it's all about proportion. Ideally, you want the boot to come up just below your knee so it doesn't cut your leg off in an unflattering way.
So without further ado, keep scrolling to shop my edit of the best knee-high boots to see you through winter.
Shop knee high boots:
An homage to the 70s thanks to the platform sole and delicate floral motif.
Simple and understated luxury in a boot.
These have Britney written all over them and I'm here for the 00s throwback.
The boot equivalent of a nice glass of red wine by a roaring fire.
White knee high boots tap into the quiet luxury trend we've seen plenty of lately.
Pair these biker style knee high boots with a mini leather skirt for chic yet rebellious vibes.
For a subtle take on the equestrian boots trend, try these buckle boots from Dune.
The ACNE biker boots were so popular MATCHES have had to restock them already. Get yours before they sell out again.
70s influences were everywhere at fashion month, and these platform boots are a great way to dip into the trend. Team then with a denim skirt.
There's no avoiding the cowgirl trend, and no one does it better than Isabel Marant.
Metallics are a huge trend for AW23, and if you dare, you can pair these silver knee high boots with silver jeans for a catwalk-worthy party look.
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Your first look at the Dr. Martens x GANNI collab (aka the boots of the season)The Danish brand puts their spin on the Jadon boot
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As a Health Editor, trust me when I say: you need to know about this new-gen at-home STI screening
It's proving seriously impressive.
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This under-the-radar Jo Malone perfume is easily one of my most complimented—and I think it deserves more praise
The epitome of luxury
