There was a time when wellington boots were all green and purely functional. But in recent years, the welly has had a restyle, becoming as much a statement maker as it is a wardrobe staple. Whether you are taking the dog on a muddy walk, heading to a festival, working in the countryside, or strolling along the beach, there are so many styles to choose from that you can really have fun with them.

Whilst there are many funky, floral and stripy designs on the market for women, here’s my pick of the more refined styles around at the moment.