The Khaite boots cost £1,170. These 12 pairs start at £179

The Khaite Arizona is the boot of the season: a slim mid heel, a clean line and leather that gets better every time it rains. At £1,170, it is also a very expensive way to walk to the station.

The good news is that boots are where the high street is strongest right now. Aeyde is the closest in spirit. Kurt Geiger and Whistles cover the knee-high and slouch shapes, and Reiss has the best suede under £250.

Suede or leather? Leather if you commute in the rain. Suede if you mostly travel by taxi.