While you were sleeping, hiking boots and platform boots took over the runways. All-terrain gear might not be the first thing on our list while on a shopping binge, but chic hiking boots are proving to be the shoe of choice this upcoming autumn. We're not mad at the emerging shoe trend when it's this practical and comfortable.
We're familiar with the myriad of mountain-ready styles available at R.E.I., but contemporary brands are making the boot all its own with flashy laces, contrast stitch leather finishing, and touches of cosy shearling. So before you catch yourself googling "cool hiking boots," we've rounded up 15 pairs that are a good starting point.
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Zara Hiking Boots, £89.99, available at Zara
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Ganni Sarai Boots, £360, available at Shopbop
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J.W. Anderson Hiking Boot, £576.83, available at Need Supply Co
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Proenza Schouler Lace Up Hiking Boot, £560.19, available at Nordstrom
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Dr. Martens x Lazy Oaf Pink Buckle Boot, £165, available at Lazy Oaf
Marc Jacobs Shay Wedge Hiking Boots, £362.72, available at Saks Fifth Avenue
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Urban Outfitters Brooklyn Hybrid Hiker Boots, £62, available at Urban Outfitters
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Acne Studios Puffy Booties, £480, available at Acne Studios
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Diemme Roccia Vet Boot, £325, available at Good Hood
Feit Whipstitch Hiker Wool Tan, £623.34, available at Feit
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Bershka Leather Track Sole Ankle Boots, £59.99, available at Bershka
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Tabitha Simmons Neir Leopard-print Calf Hair Ankle Boots, £776, available at Matches Fashion
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Topshop Ants Biker Boots, £79, available at Topshop
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Danner Mountain Light Cascade, £288.88, available at Danner
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Gucci Flashtrek High-top Sneaker, £795, available at Gucci
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