10 Dec 2025

Which Wellington boots will rule the winter?

Without them, it’s hard to face the grey, rainy days of winter… As Wellington boots are taking over the streets, Numéro rounds up the most desirable designs.

  • By Louise Menard.

  • Rain boots are making a comeback

    Rihanna’s Hunter Wellington boots, the same worn by Kate Moss at Glastonbury in the 2000s, a vintage Chanel pair spotted during the last Paris Fashion Week… The iconic rain boot is back on trend this winter, ditching leather and fanciful designs in favour of rubber and clean lines. Here’s a selection of 12 divine pairs to wear this winter.

    Which Wellington boots should you bet on?

    Classic wellies

    When it comes to classic rain boots, there are some go-to brands. Starting with Aigle and Barbour, which offer true Wellington boots suited to both gardening and city strolls. On the more luxurious side, Celine’s version stands out for its refinement, featuring a brown sole and a gold logo. But our favourite is from the brand Rier – tall boots made of rubber and leather, which balance elegance, comfort, and practicality.

    Black rubber boots, €200, Aigle.

    Available on aigle.com.

    Khaki rain boots, €105, Barbour.

    Available on classicengland.fr.

    Leather and rubber rain boots, €950, Rier.

    Available on rierofficial.com.

    Rain boots, €790, Celine.

    Available on celine.com.


    Ankle rubber boots

    A few years after the splash made by Bottega Veneta’s Puddle boots, ankle rain boots are enjoying a strong resurgence. This season, you will find standout designs at Dr. Martens, which offers a chunky, grunge version true to the brand’s image, and an equally bold take at MSGM.

    Ankle Wellington boots, €125, Hunter.

    Available on hunterboots.co.uk.

    Puddle ankle boots, €455, Bottega Veneta.

    Available on printemps.com.

    Black rubber rain boots, €193, MSGM.

    Available on farfetch.com.

    Black rubber welly boots, €140, Dr. Martens.

    Available on drmartens.com.


    Eccentric Wellington boots

    If you’re feeling extravagant this winter, the big fashion houses are there for you. Maison Margiela continues to reinvent its cult Tabi, while JW Anderson treats the rain boot as a precious object, adorning it with a heavy gold chain. Meanwhile, Balenciaga and Burberry are going all in on colour, from fuchsia pink to canary yellow.

    Yellow marsh rain boots, €577, Burberry.

    Available on farfetch.com.

    Tabi rain boots, €950, Maison Margiela.

    Available on farfetch.com.

    Pink welly boots, €850, Balenciaga x Crocs.

    Available on balenciaga.com.

    High chain rubber boots, €350, JW Anderson.

    Available on farfetch.com.