BOOT FORCE

Classic Clarks deserts get a robust rework

Clarks’ crepe-soled desert boots are pretty much perfect, which is why the design has barely changed in the past 60 years, even if they weren’t always as sturdy as we’d have liked. But that minor ill is addressed on its new welted desert boots. With a proper leather sole and stiffer upper, they’re still as sleek as the regular DBs, but a little hardier too.

Sand suede desert boots, £160, by Clarks; clarks.co.uk