We saw them everywhere in the 2000s – and now they’re officially back, from fashion weeks to muddy festival grounds. This week, they even took a turn on Oslo Runway, cementing their status as a seasonal essential. Here, we break down the top three ways to style them
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These iconic boots keep coming back. Though truthfully, they never really left. There’s a reason for that: immortalised by Kate Moss in her festival era and cemented in pop culture by Angelina Jolie in Mr. & Mrs. Smith, Hunter boots have long stood as the ultimate symbol of functional fashion. Their latest resurgence is powered by both nostalgia and practicality, but also the kind of unbothered cool currently dominating the street style scene outside Oslo Runway. This summer, Hunter boots have flooded TikTok and Instagram, reaffirming their place as a true fashion statement.
How to wear them? Let your mood lead the way. Colour-match with your favourite handbag for cohesion, or let a bold red pair do the talking. When the weather turns grey, cold and rainy, Hunters still manage to inject personality into any outfit.
Ethan Floro.
Ethan Floro.
Ethan Floro.
Festival mode à la Kate
Kate Moss remains the undisputed icon of early festival style. Channel her timeless look by pairing classic black Hunter boots with a mini dress, cinched at the waist with an oversized belt. Adding a supple leather jacket is optional but strongly advised.
City stroll
Who says rain boots can’t be stylish? For a crisp autumn city stroll, olive-green Hunters are the perfect choice – poised to become your new everyday favourite. Pair them with a long trench coat, a cashmere sweater, a wool skirt and knee-high socks.
Countryside getaway
For a countryside escape, red Hunters are your ultimate style saviour. Pair them with chunky knitwear, a classic waxed jacket and your most comfortable blue jeans for the most stylish cottage-core take.
