WELLINGTON BOOTS

Wellington boots (wellies) are waterproof boots of rubber or synthetic rubber, made to protect the legs from water, mud and bad weather. Their English name comes from the Duke of Wellington, who popularised their leather prototype. Wellington boots are entirely practical: rain, puddles and garden work hold no fear in them. From purely utilitarian footwear they turned into a fashion accessory too — bright, colourful wellies became a symbol of a rainy day, festivals (recall Glastonbury) and casual outdoor style. They are made in various heights and colours. Wellington boots are waterproof footwear for bad weather, in which purely utilitarian protection from water and mud combines with a modern fashion reading that made bright wellies a symbol of a rainy day, festivals and relaxed outdoor style.