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The top picks from R.M.Williams, the footwear and lifestyle hardware brand to bookmark

Known for its handcrafted leather boots, this brand is a firm favourite

Thursday 09 March 2023 12:18 GMT
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If you’re yet to be acquainted with R.M.Williams, allow us to introduce you to the Australian brand that you need to bookmark for winter and beyond.

For the uninitiated, R.M.Williams comes from humble beginnings and is steeped in outback history. It all started in 1932 when the eponymous founder began making leather footwear for stockmen and cattle farmers that he encountered on his travels, with the aim of crafting products that could hold up against the challenging conditions.

Fast forward to today and R.M.Williams has become a much-loved brand down under and around the world, recognised for its high-quality leather boots and extensive range of lifestyle products. In a longstanding commitment to the craft at the business’s core, each and every pair of boots is still made by hand at the brand’s now-iconic workshop in Australia.

The journey from raw hide to the finished product is a time-honoured one, with each boot passing through 80 artisanal processes and a final sign-off from the Master Craftsman before it steps out into the world. Their handcrafted quality is something to behold – and something to celebrate in an era of fast fashion. As timeless as they are durable, long-serving fans of the brand can testify to their decades-long lifespan.

If you’re ready to experience their handcrafted quality for yourself, check out our favourite R.M.Williams boots and the timeless wardrobe staples to pair them with.

R.M.Williams Gardener Commando Boot: £399, Rmwilliams.com

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Rugged yet refined, the Gardener Commando serves up the perfect blend of style and endurance. This hardwearing favourite is designed to walk between the city streets and the great outdoors, with a hardwearing leather upper and a treaded rubber sole.

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R.M.Williams Ramco Jeans: £139, Rmwilliams.com

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A great pair of jeans is a wardrobe essential, and if you’re yet to find the perfect pair, R.M.Williams has nailed it with this design. The straight-leg style can be dressed up, with a shirt (£85, Rmwilliams.com), or down with a fleece (£75, Rmwilliams.com), and of course, both outfits wouldn’t look complete without a pair of the brand’s comfort signature boots (£399, Rmwilliams.com).

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R.M.Williams Comfort Craftsman Boot: £399, Rmwilliams.com

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The brand’s bestselling boot for men is so well-loved for a reason; it’s incredibly easy to wear. A comforting innersole, durable rubber outsole and an iconic chisel toe shape come together in a boot that you’ll wear day after day, year after year.

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R.M.Williams Orford Jacket: £230, Rmwilliams.com

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If you’re searching for the perfect autumnal jacket, enter this navy quilted number that will go with just about everything in your wardrobe. It looks as though it’ll be warm and comfortable, but also keep you looking suave.

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R.M.Williams Tweedale Rugby: £85, Rmwilliams.com

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A heavy-duty jersey is a must-have, and if you’re currently without one, this design is the one you should pick. Owing to its versatility, it can be worn on its own or as a layering piece. Unsure what to style it with? We’d suggest wearing it with these navy jeans (£139, Rmwilliams.com), which you’ll treasure for years to come.

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R.M.Williams Lady Yearling Boot: £399, Rmwilliams.com

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This feminine icon flies the flag for the brand’s growing assortment of boots for women. With a single-piece leather upper, block heel and signature branded tugs, it has all of the hallmarks of a classic R.M.Williams boot, with a refreshed, feminine shape.

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R.M.Williams Cressy Pant: £139, Rmwilliams.com

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Wide-leg trousers are very on-trend this season, yet again – and this pair looks ideal. The rigid cotton looks as though the trousers won’t lose their shape and they’re a great high-rise fit. To finish off the look, pair them with this tonal check linen shirt (£85, Rmwilliams.com) and throw this crewneck sweatshirt (£75, Rmwilliams.com) over your shoulders.

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R.M.Williams Maya Boot: £399, Rmwilliams.com

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Elevate your daily look with the brand’s most statuesque boot, the Maya. This feminine style comes complete with an elegant pointed toe and a height-enhancing block heel, perfect for pairing back with jeans or dressing up for a sophisticated evening look.

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