Do I "need" long black boots?

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I don't have any. Are these a wardrobe staple?
I've found somewhere that has some beauties in the sale but not sure if knee-highs are O.V.E.R and it's all about the ankle boots now.

Would it be a good investment?

I can only think ill have reason to wear them at a winter funeral or if I ever get a desk job again.

If you don't think you'll wear them then no you don't "need" them, get something else instead that you can imagine yourself wearing often :)

I see your point.

I guess I've had a few occasions over the years where I wished I had some.
I survived though!

There is no such thing as a wardrobe staple . Black boots are often really dull.

The alternative would be my brown boots, bonsoir. I can't imagine you approving of those at all!

I have black bikers. Not really suitable for the office/graveside.

(I don't know anyone ill and wear scrubs for work ffs. I should save my money right?!)

If you haven't got an office or funeral on the horizon, then yes, save your money and look for something more fun!

If you don't want any and don't think you'll wear them, then no... I don't have any. I don't have a 'crisp white shirt' either!

I live in slimline black and brown knee high boots in winter, but then I have a lengthy commute (walking + train) and boots are a fuckload more stylish than other options. Often change when I get to work but really smart boots are great.

You don't sound very enthusiastic about them and it doesn't sound like you'll wear them lots so I would say no, in your case.

I love boots for winter and bought last years version of these in the summer sales to replace an old pair i had worn to bits. They look good with jeans and dresses. And make me feel a million dollars. I have ankle boots too but when it's freezing there's nothing like thermal socks and long boots. And I don't have an office job or funerals on the horizon.
www.lkbennett.com/shoes/boots/SBBELLE002SUEDE

I cant imagine not having a good pair of long black boots in my wardrobe - go with everything! - but I suppose it does depend completely on what you wear. I prefer over-the-knees to knee boots. Bit more current. I'm talking flat, though....not thigh high Dominatrix stylee (although I do own a pair of those, too )

Over the knee eh?
Crikey, I'd get some odd looks if I went to work in an over the knee look.
Maybe ok if you do something groovy and creative.

No! Not at all. Mine are flat and quite conservative. I wear them with thick tights and dresses or skinnies and a longish top. I'm not channelling Kim Kardashian I promise