Summer's over, but not ready to give up your dresses? Pair them with boots!

The first chilly days always bring that familiar dilemma. Summer dresses are still hanging in the wardrobe, but the air is hinting that boot season is near. So if you’re not ready to say goodbye to your favourite summer pieces just yet, the answer is simple: style them with boots.

A mini dress that felt made for sandals suddenly looks perfect with chunky boots. A satin slip, perhaps too summery for September, instantly works with ankle or knee-high boots (just throw a light jumper over your shoulders). And a white cotton dress, classic for July, takes on a whole new character with western-inspired styles.

Boots have the power to completely transform the vibe of a dress. Don’t think of them only as protection against the rain - see them as a styling trick that brings fresh energy to your look.