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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
Georgia Simmonds

The perfect shoes: where style and comfort meet

Clarks shoes: Desert Boots, Clarkdale Arlo, Fairford Walk and Pure Viola
Clarks’ AW19 collection boasts classic styles with a twist. Photograph: Phill Taylor/Guardian

Ever since Clarks’ unique shoemaking journey began in a rural English village way back in 1825, the company has been committed to identifying that sweet spot where style and comfort meet. The idea is simple: everyone deserves meticulously crafted shoes made in durable (yet flexible) materials that are easy to love from the very first wear.

Because having happy feet is liberating, choosing shoes that offer the kind of all-day and all-night comfort that allows you to move at your own pace, focus on the things that matter, and look effortlessly good while doing so, always makes sense.

The AW19 collection from Clarks boasts classic styles with a twist, in a palette of neutrals that’s just the thing to make your favourite outfits sing: blush, sand, stone tones and earthy browns get along as famously with downtime denim as they do with workwear suiting. We take a closer look at some of the collection’s highlights.

Desert Boots, in suede sand

Clarks Desert Boots
Desert Boots. Photograph: Phill Taylor/Guardian

Simple. Original. Iconic. And bound to age beautifully. Clarks’ suede Desert Boots have a natural crepe sole and a back-to-basics vibe that feels so right for now.
Styling tip: these Desert Boots bridge the gap between smart and casual. Pair them with chunky sports socks and turned-up trousers in a creamy winter white for maximum impact.

Clarkdale Arlo, in burgundy

Clarks Clarkdale Arlo
Clarkdale Arlo. Photograph: Phill Taylor/Guardian

Every winter wardrobe needs a great pair of wear-with-everything boots, and these perfectly proportioned suede Chelsea boots absolutely tick the box.
Styling tip: wonderfully versatile, these boots work equally well with bare legs, a midi dress and chunky knit as they do with dark straight-leg jeans.

Fairford Walk, in tan

Clarks Fairford Walk
Fairford Walk. Photograph: Phill Taylor/Guardian

Classic with a modern twist, the chunky white sole gives these sophisticated brown brogues a playful, contemporary feel.
Styling tip: for a casual look, you can’t go wrong with ankle-grazing mustard cords and a ribbed grey sock. For smarter occasions, opt for a navy suit and crisp white shirt.

Pure Viola, in leopard

Clarks Pure Viola in leapard
Pure Viola. Photograph: Phill Taylor/Phil Taylor

The undisputed king of animal prints; if you subscribe to the view that leopard print is the new neutral, you’ll recognise that these pumps will pep up any outfit.
Styling tip: made to straddle the seasons, wear these shoes with pretty blush trousers while the weather’s still warm, then tights and a thick wool midi skirt as you transition effortlessly to your winter wardrobe.

Whether you’re looking for rugged outdoor styles for an active life, casual dress, or tailored profiles for work or leisure, Clarks has the right styles, with comfort built in that you can rely on. Shop in store or online at clarks.co.uk

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