Waterproof Chelsea Rain Boots, US 6 to 10

A Chelsea boot silhouette moulded in solid waterproof rubber, so the shape that goes with everything finally copes with the weather it is usually caught out by. There is no stitched seam to let water through and no fabric upper to soak: the whole boot is one piece, which is what keeps your feet dry through standing water, wet grass and a downpour that arrives without warning.

The elasticated side panels do what they do on a leather Chelsea — the boot pulls on in one movement and stays put — but here they also seal the ankle against splashes. The sole is a lugged anti-slip tread cut deep enough to hold on wet pavement, muddy verges and slick decking, and the low-cut ankle height clears puddles without the bulk or the hassle of a tall wellington. A soft lining and a cushioned insole mean these are wearable for a day out rather than a dash to the car.

Care is simple, which is the other advantage of rubber: rinse them under a tap, wipe them down, and let them dry at room temperature away from radiators and direct sun, since heat hardens and cracks rubber over time. No tread eliminates the risk of slipping on ice or wet smooth surfaces such as tile and polished stone, so take care regardless of what you are wearing.

• Material: one-piece waterproof rubber — no seams to leak
• Style: low-cut Chelsea silhouette with elasticated side panels
• Sole: lugged anti-slip tread
• Lining: soft lining with cushioned insole
• Colours: Beige, Black, Green, Apricot, Pink
• Sizes: EU 36 to 43 (US 6 to 10)
• Care: rinse and wipe clean; air dry away from heat and direct sun
• Take care on ice and wet smooth surfaces — no sole removes that risk