Making a splash? Burberry launches £690 'welly' boots with three-and-a-half inch heels

They may make you stand out in the fashion stakes but will these 'wellies' be any good for walking in the mud? 

The latest offering from top brand Burberry is a pair of rubber, welly-style boots, that come with a three-and-a-half-inch (9cm) heel - just to keep things smart. 

And just to keep them exclusive they cost £690. The odd combo is a creative tie-up between Harrods and the fashion label, which has taken over the exterior of the world-famous Knightsbridge store this month. 

A description of the Highland Heeled Mules on the Harrods website reads: 'What do Burberry and Harrods have in common? Other than being the pinnacle of British luxury, both labels have their headquarters in London, England, a notoriously rainy city. 

The latest offering from top brand Burberry is a pair of rubber, welly-style boots which are priced at £690

They come with a three-and-a-half-inch (9cm) heel - just to keep things smart - are are described as being 'reminiscent of rain boots'

'In this exclusive offering, Burberry offers its Highland heeled mules in a rubber format that's reminiscent of rain boots. 

'Fear no discomfort, though: the lining is made from quilted leather for a pleasant feel on every step. 

'The Equestrian Knight motif is affixed to the top in a nod to this idiosyncratic pair's origins.' 

Those who saw the pricey footwear found them hilarious.

'Harrods won't let you walk in with a high vis, but hey come in wearing gardening shoes,' one said. 

'Doing the gardening but looking gorgeous,' another quipped. 

And others joked: 'Ladies and gentlemen, the crossover you've all been waiting for has finally arrived - heels that double up as a tiny watering can.'