Knee High Boots for Women

Cold mornings call for proper boots. Our knee high boots for women, also known as long boots or knee boots, come in leather and suede, with styles like the Vera, Cressida, Tallulah and Honor to choose from.

A knee high boot has a lot to prove. It has to keep your legs warm on the walk to the station in January, survive a full season of daily wear, and still look right with jeans, a dress or tailored trousers. The good ones sort out the practical stuff too: a zip you can use in a hurry, a bit of give around the calf, and a sole that copes with wet pavements.

The comfort is in the details. The Cressida has an inside zip and cushioned comfort underfoot. The Vera is a pull-on with a flexible back panel for a comfortable calf fit. The Tallulah has an adjustable calf-width fastening and a memory foam insole. The Honor is water-resistant suede with a plush memory foam footbed, made for the depths of winter.

What should you look for in knee high boots?

Start with the calf, because it decides whether a boot gets worn or ends up back in its box. Look for something with a bit of give, like an elastane panel, an adjustable fastening or a zip, and check the shaft height against your leg. Then look at the footbed and sole: cushioning for long days and grip for wet streets. Leather is smart and long-wearing, suede is softer and warmer-looking, and some suede styles are water-resistant.

Which Hush Puppies long boots should you know?

Four to start with. The Vera is a pull-on in leather and elastane with a flexible back panel for a comfortable calf fit. The Cressida mixes leather and suede with an inside zip for easy on and off. The Tallulah has an adjustable calf-width fastening, a full inside zip and a memory foam insole. The Honor is water-resistant suede with an inside zip and a soft memory foam footbed. Many long boots add convenient zips, so there's no wrestling in the morning.

How should knee high boots fit around the calf?

Snug but not tight. You should be able to zip up or pull on without a struggle, and bend your knee without the shaft digging in. Try them with the tights or socks you'll actually wear, because that changes the fit more than you'd think. If you're unsure, the product page gives you the fastening and panel details: a stretch back panel, an adjustable fastening, and a full inside zip each handle calf shape differently.

Which long boot suits which day?

For the commute, the Cressida's inside zip makes it quick to get in and out. For long days on your feet, the Tallulah has a memory foam insole and an adjustable calf-width fastening. For wet weather, the Honor is water-resistant suede. And for the simplest pull-on, with no zip to think about, there's the Vera. Check the product page for sizes and colours.

How do you style knee high boots?

Skinny jeans and leggings tuck in cleanly. A midi skirt or dress with a leather boot is the classic autumn look, and a longer coat finishes it off. Wider trousers are better worn over the boot than tucked in. Black goes with everything, while brown suede looks softer with denim and knitwear. Keep the rest of the outfit simple and let the boots do the talking.

Knee high, mid-calf or ankle: how do you choose?

Knee high boots give the most warmth and the most drama, and they suit skirts, dresses and slim trousers. Mid-calf boots sit in between, which is handy if you find a full-length shaft too much. Ankle boots are the easiest everyday option and work with most trouser lengths. All three have their own collections, so start with the one that fits how you actually dress, then add a second length later.

Are knee high boots warm enough for winter?

They cover more of your leg than ankle boots, which helps on a cold commute. The Honor is water-resistant suede made for the depths of winter, and the Cressida is tailored for layered looks and low temperatures. For something warmer still, our Winter Boots collection has fur-lined styles. Water-resistant isn't waterproof, though, so give suede a proper dry-out after a soaking.

How do you look after leather and suede long boots?

Brush suede with a soft brush and let wet boots dry naturally, away from radiators. Wipe leather clean and condition it every so often. Boot trees or rolled-up paper keep the shaft upright in the wardrobe, otherwise it slumps and creases. Zips like a bit of care too, so don't force one that snags.

When should you buy knee high boots?

Early autumn usually means a wider choice of styles and sizes, plus a few weeks of wear before the real cold arrives. They also make a sensible Christmas present, as long as you've checked the size. Saver delivery is free over £50. If the fit's off, our returns and exchanges page walks you through it. If you'd like something flatter, our Flat Boots collection is the place to look.

Do long boots fit the Hush Puppies idea of comfort?

They do, as long as they're easy to live in. A long boot that fights you with a stiff zip or a tight calf won't get worn, however good it looks. So the practical details get as much attention as the leather: zips you can use in a hurry, a bit of give around the calf and a footbed that's still comfortable at five. That's the brief for every Hush Puppies shoe, long boots included.

FAQs -

Q: Are knee high boots and long boots the same thing?

A: Broadly, yes. Our Long Boots collection is where you'll find them, in leather and suede.

Q: Which knee high boots have a zip?

A: The Cressida, Tallulah and Honor have inside zips, and many other styles add convenient zips for easy on and off.

Q: What is the Vera boot?

A: A pull-on long boot in leather and elastane, with a flexible elastane back panel for a comfortable calf fit.

Q: Are knee high boots water resistant?

A: Some are. The Honor is water-resistant suede. Check each product page.

Q: How do I clean suede knee high boots?

A: Brush with a soft suede brush, dry naturally away from heat, and use a protector spray.

Q: Do you have flat knee high boots?

A: Our Flat Boots collection is a good place to start for flatter styles.