The best knee-high boots to see you through autumn and winter 2023

Right, we know these may seem a little out-there, but trust us when we say that silver leather boots are going to be *everywhere* this season – so you may as well get ahead of the curve before these babies sell out.

Vagabond is truly delivering on the cowboy-inspired boots ATM. This classic black pair looks *so* high-end thanks to the smooth finish, angular heel and subtle square toe. Total Isabel Marant vibes – but for a lot less.

Look familiar? That's because these epic UO boots are a dead ringer for Miu Miu's viral pair. Love.

These Ref boots just ooze quiet-luxury cool. We're envisioning them with a pleated midi skirt and oversized knit for colder days, or contrasting against bare legs and a mini-skirt for a night out. They come in tonnes of other colours, too.

Biker boots are having a serious moment RN, and these are some of the best we've seen

Yep, we told you silver boots were a thing. And these also tick off the Western trend, so we're doubly sold.

Buffy the Vampire Slayer would LOVE these chunky knee boots so, naturally, we're huge fans too. Thank you, Vagabond, for answering our 90s dreams.

Already worn by Millie Bobby Brown, we predict these are going to be the sell-out shoes of the season. Not only are they perfectly party-ready with their crystal details, but they also nail the Western trend and are in the bright red shade of the season. Annie's Ibiza have nailed it yet again!

Ermmmmmm is it just me or do these look almost *exactly* like that iconic pair of Givenchy boots? And these are about a millionth of the price... It's a no brainer.

OK, so these are *very* pricey – but if you want Em Rata's exact autumnal look, these are the boots to buy. As for us, we'll be patiently waiting in the wings until they (hopefully) hit the Black Friday sales. Or....

...Get the EmRata look for much, much less with these gorge Mango suede boots. The thicker heel means they'll likely be far comfier, too.

Style and practicality needn't be mutually exclusive, as proven by this fab pair of hybrid rubber-leather boots from Natacha Ramsay-Levi's collab with ECCO.

These stunners have been living in my mind rent-free ever since I saw them in Stockholm on the Teurn Studios catwalk. Tuck baggy blue jeans in and pair with a cashmere roll-neck or oversized blazer, and I can almost guarantee that you'll be stopped for street-style pics.

These rubber babies are a Ganni classic that have that instant cool factor. Plus, they're made using 50% recycled rubber as part of the brand's commitment to be more sustainable. Yay.

Classic black suede heeled boots will always have a place on your autumn/winter nights out. These are truly timeless (and come in regular fit too).

These timeless riding-style boots are another versatile staple pair that'll be on trend for many seasons for come. They're made from 100% Italian leather by artisan shoemakers , so you also know that they'll last forever – making the higher price point totally worthwhile.

Diesel is having a real moment RN, and the street style set can't get enough. Edgy gals, these ones are for you.

If you've been waiting for the perfect pair of cowboy boots to tempt you to try the trend, it looks like that day has come. This designer-looking pair from Mango will add a dash of cool to any daytime look. Yee-haw!