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11 stylish pairs of hiking boots Princess Kate would approve of

Channel the Princess of Wales in luxe hiking boots

Princess Kate hiking boots
Hollie Brotherton
Lifestyle & Commerce Senior Writer
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Last week, Princess Kate was pictured wearing her trusty See By Chloé Mozart hiking boots to attend two royal engagements with her husband Prince William.

The couple visited Madley Primary School's Forest School and Kings Pitt Farm in Hereford to explore how the organisations are promoting mental wellbeing, and Kate made a case for smart-casual dressing, pairing her designer hiking boots with a tweed blazer by Maje.  

Princess of Wales wore hiking boots to visit Madley Primary School's Forest School in Hereford, which prioritises outdoor learning on © WPA Pool
The Princess of Wales wore hiking boots, skinny jeans and a Maje blazer on a royal engagement in Hereford

The epitome of stylish yet practical, hiking boots are perfect for the Princess of Wales to take on activities in more rural settings. The 41-year-old royal has been spotted in the boots several times before, previously styling them with skinny jeans and a GANNI gilet to meet with Scouts in Glasgow, and with a heritage blazer on an engagement in Cumbria, where she took on activities from mountain biking to abseiling. 

Kate paired her hiking boots with skinny jeans and a GANNI gilet in Glasgow© Max Mumby/Indigo
Kate paired her hiking boots with skinny jeans and a GANNI gilet in Glasgow

The beauty of hiking boots is in their versatility, as they withstand all of the elements without looking out of place in the city. Shopping for a new pair? We've searched online to find the very best available now, from Grenson to Russell & Bromley and ASOS to & Other Stories.

How we chose the best hiking boots for autumn 2023

  • Kate Middleton-approved: From chunkier to sleeker styles, we think Princess Kate would love all of the hiking boots included in this edit.
  • Practicality: Every pair is stylish but practicality comes out on top. From hiking boots specifically designed for the outdoors to city-approved styles, they've been made with ultimate comfort in mind.
  • Price: We've included hiking boots suitable for a range of budgets, from £36 at ASOS to designer pairs.

Which hiking boots does Princess Kate wear?

Princess Kate's exact See By Chloé boots are the Mozart style which quickly sold out, but if you're looking to invest, the Mallory pair are very similar and still available at Farfetch in limited sizes. The suede hiking boots feature a side buckle fastening and ridged rubber sole.

Stylish hiking boots we think Princess Kate would approve of

  • See by Chloe hiking boots

    See by Chloé Mallory Combat Boots

    We think Kate would also love See by Chloé's Mallory hiking boots in black (and lined with cosy shearling). Available in every size at NET-A-PORTER, they have chunky soles, gold-tone buckled panels at the top and zips on the inside to make it easy to pull them on and off.

  • Russell & Bromley hiking boots

    Russell & Bromley Hiking Boots

    Russell & Bromley's chic hiking boots are made from black grained calf leather with a contrasting cream sole. They feature luxuriously soft faux shearling on the tongue and a black wool lining, finished with an extreme cleated sole.

  • ASOS hiking boots

    ASOS DESIGN April Hiking Boots

    This affordable ASOS pair have a soft suede taupe upper and lace-up design with a buckle strap and side zip entry. Wear them with black skinny jeans to get Kate's look for less.

  • Grenson Nannette

    Grenson Nanette Pull-On Boots

    No hiking boots edit could be complete without a pair of Grensons. We could definitely see Princess Kate in this classic brown pair of Nanettes. Both lightweight and super durable, they feature elastic side panels for extra comfort.

  • Jones hiking boots

    Jones Leather Hiking Boots

    For a chunkier style we think Kate would approve of, M&S has this soft leather pair by Jones Bootmaker. Featuring a rubber sole and cool contrast stitch laces, customers give them five-star ratings for their high quality and comfort. They can be worn with everything from floral midi dresses to straight-leg jeans.

  • Mango hiking boots

    Mango Military Leather Hiking Boots

    Mango just dropped these real leather hiking boots in their new season collection. Featuring a double strap and quilted design, they're similar to styles by See by Chloé, but for a fraction of the price.

  • Phase Eight hiking boots

    Phase Eight Meladie Lace Up Boots

    Looking for a sleek black pair? We think the Princess of Wales would love these lace-up boots from Phase Eight. Made from premium leather, they have padded insoles to cushion and contour for all-day comfort.

  • AllSaints Heidi boots

    AllSaints Heidi Lace-Up Boots

    AllSaints' chunky boots are iconic. This new-season pair are lace-up like Kate's with a military-inspired look. They feature a comfortable fixed cushioned insole and shiny patent finish.

  • & Other Stories hiking boots

    & Other Stories Leather Lace-Up Hiking Boots

    & Other Stories' chunky lace-up leather hiking boots come in a light beige colourway that would look amazing paired with neutral tones this autumn. They also come in black, but they're both selling out fast.

  • Ariat boots

    Ariat Moresby Waterproof Boots

    For a pair you can really get down to outdoor activities in, Ariat has these hiking boots in tan suede and leather. Fully waterproof, they have multi-surface traction and are designed to keep your feet supported and dry through all of the elements.

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