Autumn is upon us, which means it's time to give your coats, knitwear and boots pride of place in your wardrobe. Your choice of footwear this season is particularly exciting, from practical heavy-duty combats to a pair of Saint Laurent -inspired slouches, via the contemporary cowboy boot or the sparkle of New Year's Eve-ready shoes.
Get ready to line up, lace up and don your new-season boots: after all, they were made for walking. Click through to find the pairs waiting in our payday shopping basket.
HBO's Westworld seems to have had a wide-reaching impact on designers – or maybe it's a knock-on effect from Chanel's Pre-Fall Wild Western – because we've spotted cowboy boots at every fashion week since. Over at Calvin Klein, both classically pointed and flat-edged boots had steel toe caps, while Ashley Williams gave her cowgirls an urban edge with tracksuits and mum jeans. You can bet they're going nowhere next season, too, as Ganni's SS18 show proved – the brand's signature floral dresses were updated with snakeskin boots.
A higher heel, for a city-slickin' cowboy.
Urban Outfitters Vagabond Marja Chelsea Boots, £100, available at Urban Outfitters
Snake print and blue-tued...we're head over cuban heels for this Aeyde pair.
Aeyde Dylan Ankle Boots, £325, available at Aeyde.
This leather looks so supple, and those studs are the icing on the cake. Pair with cropped flares and gingham.
Office Argentina High Cut Western Boots, £105, available at Office
Want to dip your toe in the trend without going too fancy dress? This banana-yellow Topshop pair will put a spring in your step.
Topshop May Sock Boots, £79, available at Topshop
The Burgundy star offers a modern twist on the classic block-heeled Chelsea boot.
FIND Women's Choir Chelsea Boots, £55.92-£78, available at Amazon
This Ganni pair packs a punch thanks to the snakeskin leather.
Ganni Maryse Ankle Boots, £355, available at Ganni
These distressed leather boots look like they've seen their fair share of showdowns.
Balenciaga Santiago Distressed-Leather Boots, £895, available at Matches Fashion
From your trusty Dr. Martens to chunky Timberlands, the autumn catwalks are never not inspired by a classic combat. Alexander Wang gave his mid-calf black pairs a studded trim, Altuzarra's knee-high military-esque boots featured more eyelets than we could count, while Rodarte paired colour-block combats with pretty ruffled dresses.
The cushioned platform sole on these Hilfiger boots makes for comfy walking.
Tommy Hilfiger Denim Burnished Hiker Boot with Zip, £155, available at ASOS
Grenson's craftsmanship means these classic boots will last forever.
Grenson Nanette Boot, £240, available at Grenson
Make a statement on your feet with Zara's sturdy pair.
Zara Flat Leather Ankle Boots With Slogan On Laces, £89.99, available at Zara.
We love the padded ankle and contrast sole strip on Tabitha Simmons' pair.
Tabitha Simmons Bexley Brogue-Detail Ankle Boots, £495, available at Matches Fashion
Dr. Martens are always relevant, and Lazy Oaf's recent collaboration brought cute detailing by way of heart zippers and frilled lace holders.
Dr. Martens x Lazy Oaf Black Pisa Jungle Boots, £185, available at Tower London
Crystal detailing is contrasted with heavy-metal studs on Carvela's boots.
Carvela Kurt Geiger Sander Boots, £189, available at Kurt Geiger
Sparkle got a little more grown-up at AW17, which means that rather than a glitzy dress, we'll be wearing the shine on our feet. Karl Lagerfeld gave models knee-high silver sparklers with black toes and heels at Chanel, while Oscar de la Renta's sky-high stiletto boots were adorned with embellished crystal flowers.
Glam. Rock.
Schuh Gold Aladdin Boots, £14.99, available at Schuh
Look to '70s stars like David Bowie for silver ankle boot inspiration.
Proenza Schouler Curved-Heel Ankle Boots, £700, available at Matches Fashion
Wearing this pair is a surefire way to brighten up your winter wardrobe.
& Other Stories Pull On Sparkle Boots, £125, available at & Other Stories
These multi-toned sock boots are calling for the dance floor.
Giuseppe Zanotti Glittered Boots, £570, available at Net-A-Porter
Mango's muted gold pair have the Midas touch.
Mango Zipped Metallic Boots, £49.99, available at Mango
With Vetements at the helm of the second-skin boots trend, sock boots were seen everywhere from catwalk to street style last season. From Balenciaga's extreme point-toed boots in every jewel tone imaginable, to Haider Ackermann's S&M black leather pair and Dior's patent take on the style, it's the tighter, the better this autumn.
Pair Mango's sock boots with a long floral dress and roll-neck knit.
Mango Premium Heel Sock Boots, £79.99, available at Mango
We love these Uterqüe Mary Jane hybrids.
Uterqüe High Heel Sock-Style Ankle Boots, £145, available at Uterqüe
A great case for washed denim and tan boots.
Sol Sana Ezra Fawn Stretch Pull On Heeled Ankle Boots, £155, available at ASOS
Topshop Bonbon Sock Satin Ankle Boots, £36, available at Topshop.
Another winter wardrobe brightener.
Zara Fabric High Heel Ankle Boots, £69.99, available at Zara.
Short and sweet, we're pairing our Stella McCartneys with cords this autumn.
Stella McCartney Faux Stretch-Suede Sock Boots, £540, available at Net-A-Porter
As soon as Rihanna stepped out in Saint Laurent's crystal ruched boots, we knew the high street would spin the slouch this season. High-shine black pairs strutted down Isabel Marant's catwalk, while Céline's were workwear-appropriate paired with minimalist dresses.
This pair looks wonderful over tucked-in black jeans.
Carvela Kurt Geiger Scrunch Boots, £179, available at Kurt Geiger
If Balenciaga breaks the bank, this Topshop pair have disco written all over them.
Topshop Boxer High Leg Patent Boots, £99, available at Topshop
The extreme heel sets this Saint Laurent pair apart.
Saint Laurent Niki Slouch Velvet Boots, £940, available at Matches Fashion
Red is autumn/winter's colour of choice, and the low heel makes Zara's pair desk-to-dancing suitable.
Zara Gathered Leather Over The Knee High Heel Boots, £129, available at Zara
These suede beauties will look just as great with a floral dress and over your favourite denim.
ASOS Cianna Suede Slouch Cone Heel Boots, £80, available at ASOS.
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