Ermengarde Lace-Up Winter Boots for Everyday

Ermengarde is the plain one, and that is its argument. A laced winter boot at mid height with no fur, no cuff and no decoration, built to be worn constantly through the cold months rather than saved for the worst of it. The laces run the full front so the fit can be adjusted properly across the instep and the ankle.

Grey, black and brown. Black goes with everything and hides the state of the pavement. Brown is warmer and works against denim, cream and camel. Grey is the quietest of the three and pairs with a charcoal or navy coat without competing. None of them shouts, which is the point of a boot you intend to wear four days a week.

Sizes run US 5 through 11, eight steps. These run true to size, though winter boots generally get worn over heavier socks, so the half size up is worth considering. The chart below converts each available size to EU and UK alongside the foot length it matches. Laces adjust the fit across the foot but never the length, so measure if you sit between two.

• Silhouette: mid-height winter boot
• Closure: full front lace-up
• Sole: treaded sole
• Toe shape: round
• Colourways: Gray, Black, Brown
• Sizes: US 5, 6, 7, 8, 8.5, 9, 10, 11
• Care: wipe clean with a soft damp cloth and let air dry away from direct heat, do not machine wash

Foot length is measured heel to longest toe. Size up half a size if you plan to wear thick socks.