Take a Hike

What is it about the slim (no padding, please!) black leather hiking boot with red laces that I find irresistible for winter walking? 

Paired with skinny cropped black trousers and a dark jacket, these boots are the perfect example of urban Alpine.

Although I wear J. Crew hikers from about 19 years ago, Roots Canada makes a handsome version, above (though I'd want to vet the red piping and patch in person).