Kate Moss at Glastonbury in 2005 will forever go down in fashion history. Encapsulating the best of British style, the model was photographed mud-splattered, wearing tiny shorts, a waistcoat and a pair of Hunter Wellington boots.
Moss turned a practical shoe designed for the British countryside into a covetable fashion piece. Now, more than two decades later, the two icons have reunited.
Moss is the face of the brand’s 170th anniversary campaign – just in time for the leaves changing colour, muddy dog walks, and rural rambles to the pub on a Sunday. Founded in Scotland in 1856, Hunter has undergone many transformations: from waterproof rubber goods manufacturer to soldier boot supplier during both World Wars, and a farmer’s staple in the late 20th century.
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Moss put Hunter on the map for festival style in the mid-noughties, with the era’s It-girls (Alexa Chung and Lily Allen) soon following suit. Despite fashionable collaborations with Ganni, Represent, and Stella McCartney, Hunter has never conceded its practical roots.
The 170th anniversary collection includes Hunter’s original tall (£140, Hunterboots.com) – Moss’s Glasto boot of choice – Chelsea boots (£130, Hunterboots.com), and a downpour style (£100, Hunterboots.com), while clothing completes the countryside-chic capsule, from a tartan raincoat (£135, Hunterboots.com) to a puffer coat (£230, Hunterboots.com).
If you’re escaping from the city to the countryside this autumn, these are the Hunter staples to invest in.
Hunter 170 years anniversary Wellington boot
Only Hunter could make a Wellington boot this fashionable. As part of the brand’s 170th anniversary celebrations, this special edition is finished in a patent signature green. Handcrafted from natural rubber, the boots boast a tall leg, complete waterproof protection and tread soles for grip. They’ll serve you year-round, from winter strolls to summer festivals.
Hunter kambaba original waterproof tartan jacket
A nod to Hunter’s Scottish roots, this raincoat is designed with a heritage tartan print in olive, navy and blue shades. Characterised by its waterproof shell and flattering, slightly fitted shape, the jacket features a hood and multiple pockets. Size up and pair with tall wellies and shorts (with tights, when the weather’s chillier), à la Moss.
Hunter black elements neoprene Chelsea boot
A short, more everyday pair of wellington boots, this Chelsea style will come in use year-round. Designed with a sturdy toe cap, grippy tread sole and flexible rubber upper, the neoprene lining provides insulation. Whether you’re dog walking through Victoria Park or day tripping to the South Downs, it’s a boot that does both.
Hunter black downpour PU hooded jacket
A raincoat that’s perfectly placed to be in your commuter bag for sudden downpours, Hunter’s PU jacket is lightweight and weatherproof. Available in four colourways – classic black, navy, green or pink – the jacket boasts a hood and snap closure, while the waterproof material is also fast-drying.
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