Shopping: 10 ankle boots to wear all winter

The ankle boot is without a doubt the signature shoe of this season. The ideal transitional piece that can carry you through from bare legs to 100 denier, they are the item to stock up on in every style and colour.

The 1970s trends that have dominated AW15 so far have also brought back the blocky, lower heel, which has often been shunned in the past. Alongside the block there is also the fantastic return of the platform, so the comfort levels of the humble ankle boot are through the roof so you can wear them all day without wincing by 10pm.

The simple design is ideal to pair up with everything from a flared jean to midi skirt and can also fit perfectly under a sleek tailored trouser. If you are looking to make more of a statement, the style makes it an effortless way to add a little print or texture to your look without going overboard.

Here are the top 10 boots we'll be stepping into this season:

Aspen low ankle boot; £75, Topshop - Easy to wear 1960s-inspired boot with delicate almond shaped toe cute rounded heel, the perfect way to inject colour into your outfit and will look perfect worn with vibrant cropped denim.

Buckle ankle boots; £145, Uterque - Rich plum nappa finished leather with elegant ankle strap, perfect for office wear.

Leather ankle boots with heel detail; £79.99, Zara - Statement mosaic effect heel detail and slightly higher cut above the ankle, perfect to wear with a midi skirt.

Silver lining ankle boots; £625, Camilla Elphick at Avenue 32 - A statement in silver, Camilla Elphick's ankle boots are a touch of Ziggy Stardust for everyday with amazing gold arrow details on the heel.

Bixa patent ankle boot; £165, Whistles - Another great 1960s style injection with a fabulous block heel and patent leather finish to add a touch of vintage lux.

Marley wooden heel ankle boots; £225, Reiss - The wooden block heel beautifully contrasts the soft black suede and will make for an elegant addition to your boot collection.

Brodlove boot; £198, All Saints - The whip-stitch side panel on these boots creates a refined focal point for these super soft nubuck suede ankle boots, which are great for everyday wear.

Edgy Chelsea leather ankle boot; £55, Asos - a great reinvention of a classic Chelsea boot with a chunky block heel and inky blue leather finish. Wear with a calf-length denim dress or culottes.

Guya embroidered suede boots; £835, Isabel Marant at Net a Porter - These are a folk dream come true in pale suede with black, royal blue, claret and antique-rose embroidery. The ideal way to wear this huge AW15 trend without stepping out of your skinny jeans.

Lace-up leather ankle boots, £760, Chloe at Matchesfashion - Victoriana inspired, round toe boots with central laced panel and concealed zip are made to wear with a heavy wool skirt and knit combo under an oversized coat.