Carvela X Karen Millen Claudia Embroidered Mesh Lace Up Knee High Boots

Knee-high boot constructed from embroidered mesh, with raised floral and paisley motifs that sit against a sheer ground - the embroidery gives the shaft real structure without adding bulk. Front lace-up fastening runs the full length of the shaft, finished with gold-toned branded aglets that catch the light as you move. Sharply pointed toe and a 90mm stiletto heel - the proportions are precise, keeping the silhouette long and clean from ankle to knee. The mesh upper means the boot sits close to the leg without gripping - it follows the calf naturally and holds its shape throughout the day. Suede-effect panels at the toe and heel contrast with the sheer mesh shaft, grounding the boot and adding a considered finish at both ends. An evening out is where these boots make the most sense - the combination of sheer embroidered mesh and a 90mm heel reads as considered and thoroughly put-together rather than overdressed. Worn to a dinner reservation or a cocktail event, they do the work of an outfit on their own. Pair with a fitted midi dress in a clean, solid fabric to let the embroidery speak, or try with tailored wide-leg trousers cropped just above the knee so the full shaft of the boot remains visible. Come the morning after, the pointed toe and structured lace-up detail are refined enough to carry into a smart-casual setting - think a sharp blazer, straight-cut trousers and a simple knit. The sheer quality of the embroidery means these boots sit equally well under artificial light as they do in daylight, which is a rarer quality than it sounds.