20 of the best women’s shoes and boots for autumn, from ballet flats to knee-highs

Well-healed: a seasonal step in the right direction. Photograph: Photo by Edward Berthelot/Getty Images

You’ve dug out your knitwear, made a list of cosy TV shows to watch and posted a shot of your first pumpkin spice latte. Autumn is officially here!

Now it’s time to start thinking seriously about your footwear. October is nice because it’s usually warm enough to still have a bit of flesh on show, so you can get away with Mary Janes or ballet flats. But it’s also not too hot for boots if you want something with a little more stomp. Here’s a selection of the best footwear to buy now.