Rain boots first made their debut on the feet of Arthur Wellesley in Britain in the early 19th century. Also known as the Duke of Wellington, the military man (like many others of his day) used to ...

Our top choice for the best Wellington boots is the Barbour Bede, the perfect blend of practicality, durability, and style. Aigle's Parcours 2 is best suited for big walks in the countryside ...

The boots were made out of rubber in 1856 After briefly going out of fashion following the duke’s death in 1852, the boots were revived in 1856 with the arrival of vulcanised rubber.

ON the anniversary of the rainiest day in the history of the UK, Google Doodle is celebrating Wellington boots, or “wellies,” a rainy day staple for centuries. Over the course of 24 hours on ...