The footwear update: Hiking boots

Big fan of the ‘ugly’ sneaker trend? Then you’re going to love FW18’s clompy hiking boots. Championed by labels including Gucci, Ganni, 3.1 Phillip Lim, Off-White and Acne Studios, the key to making these utilitarian styles work as a fashion focus is to use them to toughen up everything from pretty florals to slinky slip dresses and cycling shorts (this season’s most unlikely street-style favorite). Getting it right might take some trial and error, but nail this look now and you’ll be comfortable and cool all season long.