LA BOTTINE

Hands down, I would declare the ankle boot with little stacked heel to be the most versatile and practical shoe form to have ever grazed the face of earth. Especially when it comes to Montreal, where 8 months a year, boots are your only plausible option. For those of you who can look at boots without being overwhelmed with feelings of entrapment or dread for the months to come - these beauts from Marsèll are a nice alternative to the Marant booties, like a chicer, older sister. The only thing keeping them away from my possession is the open toes. (That, and the price tag.)

photo: monamoore