As someone who knows the woes of the unpredictable UK weather, I would never, ever wish the summer season away. However, every so often, a purchase comes along that has me wishing for the colder weather, with endless styling possibilities running through my head. And this was exactly the situation I found myself in last year, after I spotted a specific high-street find that could easily be mistaken for designer. Enter H&M’s pointed-toe knee-high boots (£55).
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Featuring a narrow kitten heel, sleek point toe, and a knee-high silhouette, the intentional details on these boots make them look way more expensive than their high-street price tag. I initially spotted them on a number of my fellow Who What Wear UK editors and immediately added them to my wishlist online. But these expensive-looking boots unsurprisingly sold out before the end of the season. This year, however, I’m not making the same mistake of waiting too long. I added these to my basket as soon as I saw that they were back in stock.
@astyleedit wears H&M knee-high boots from 2024.
However, I think they’ve perfected the secret sauce for 2025. With the perfect heel height, the just the right amount of pointed toe, and a sleek, wide-calf finish, these would look at home in any luxury department store alongside brands like The Row and Toteme. Yes, they’re faux leather, but the matte finish stops them from looking any way plastic-y. I ordered the black as soon as I saw them, knowing they never stick around for long, but I’m also interested in the brown, too. Brown is a hard colour to get right on the high street, but this bitter shade looks far more premium than its price tag. H&M really has done its homework here.”
Although we’re currently in the middle of summer here in London, I already have so many ideas in my head of how I’m going to style my boots when they arrive. And with temperatures already dropping slightly, I have no doubt that I’ll be wearing them sooner rather than later. Keep scrolling to see the three ways that I’m planning to style these boots for autumn and beyond.
How to Style H&M’s Pointed-Toe Knee-High Boots
1. White Shirt + Baggy Jeans + Animal-Print Belt
(Image credit: With Nothing Underneath, Agolde, H&M, Tommy Hilfiger, Sezane)
Style Notes: It doesn’t get more classic than a white button-up shirt and jeans. I’d personally opt for a slouchier pair that will drape nicely over the boots and then use some tonal accessories to add some interest.
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With Nothing Underneath
The Boyfriend Shirt
This will act as the basis for so many of your outfits.
Animal-print has become a staple in my wardrobe.
AGOLDE
Low Curve Mid-Rise Wide-Leg Jeans
Just the right amount of slouch.
The chocolate brown pair will go nicely with the leopard belt.
Tommy Hilfiger
Croco-Print Leather Crossbody Bag
The chocolate brown croc is calling to me.
2. Cashmere Jumper + Midi Skirt + Bowling Bag
(Image credit: COS, Whistles, H&M. Prada, Jennifer Fisher)
Style Notes: A black midi skirt is a staple in my autumn/winter wardrobe and is the perfect length to both show off your expensive-looking knee-high boots and keep your legs covered for warmth. Pair it with a charcoal cashmere jumper and finish the outfit off with some simple but chic silver hoop earrings for a look that can easily be taken from day to night.
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COS has some of the best cashmere on the high-street.
Whistles
Black Ponte Full Skirt
Wear with jumpers, cardigans or a long-sleeved tee.
Simple, sleek and easy to style.
prada
Large leather top-handle bag
Jennifer Fisher
Samira Micro 14kt Gold-Plated Hoop Earrings
3. Cardigan + Bermuda Shorts + Woven Bag
(Image credit: Boden, Toteme, H&M, Free People, Bottega Veneta)
Style Notes: I’ve lived in my Bermuda shorts this summer, and I have no plans to pack them away when the temperature drops. Instead, I’ll be swapping out my tank top and leather flip-flops for my H&M boots and a cardigan for warmth.
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Boden
Eva Cashmere Crew Cardigan
Another great cashmere find on thr high-street.
Free People
Rhodes Stud Belt
Use this to give the shorts some shape.
Toteme
Cotton and Linen Bermuda Shorts
Bermuda shorts are not just for summer.
The styling possibilities are endless.
Bottega Veneta
Mini Jodie in Black
the woven leather is instantly recognisable.