15 Winter Boots That'll Have You Stomping Through the Season in Style

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Don't make the rookie mistake of not having adequate footwear this coming winter. If you are scoffing at the mere thought of wearing a pair of winter boots right now, when, granted, it is still 50-ish degrees, rest assured that when you least expect it, temperatures will drop 20 degrees and the streets will be blanketed in several inches of snow. It’ll do you no good to walk out in anything that wasn’t made for such harsh conditions. You'll need sturdy, waterproof uppers, extra insulation (fur or faux-fur lining is the warmest), and rubber lug outsoles for all the black ice. Styles billed as mountain wear are a great bet, but there are also designer options that are up to snuff.

Will it ever actually snow again? Who knows? I’m not Al Roker. But I feel a whole lot better as soon as I have all the gear necessary to tackle any imminent inclement weather, imaginary or otherwise. And that means investing in a pair of the winter boots that'll see me through the season. Practical? Sure. Reassuring? Absolutely. Get yours now and enjoy all the benefits that come with being the proud owner of some of the best of the best, because winter is alway unpredictable.

Vegan 1460 Faux-Fur Lined Lace Up Boots

The ultimate combat boot gets winterized with a faux-fur details. It lends new meaning to "boots on the ground"—in the most stylish way possible.

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6 Inch Premium Waterproof Boots

After multiple studies conducted over the course of decades, researchers (that's us; we are the researchers) have confirmed that you really can't go wrong with Timbs. This style is a certified classic, complete with seam-sealed waterproof construction and moisture-wicking lining.

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Original 550 Boots

Clean, simple, and minimalist. These are so good, we've officially endorsed them.

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8" Shearling-Lined Bean Boots

For well over a century (yes, that long) the Bean boot, sometimes called the "duck boot," has been so popular that for many years the backlog of orders was so long that it was impossible to score a pair.

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Classic Six-Inch Moc Boots

Red Wing has been crafting hard-wearing footwear in the U.S. for more than a century. These sturdy moc-toe boots, with a storm welt and a wedge sole, are a testament to the company's continued legacy.

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Mountain 600 Full-Grain Hiking Boots

There are few boots more closely associated with winter style than Danner's Alpine, a shoe so good it warrants including here more than once. Danner, for instance, has been making boots for nearly a century, and its fresh take on the iconic style remains one of the best around.

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Striped Full-Grain Leather Boots

A boot that leans on Moncler's origins as a pioneer of functional mountaineering style before functional mountaineering style was a bona fide thing.

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Combat WP Boots

As the name suggests, these boots will fight any winter storm that comes your way. Plus, they look straight out of The Matrix.

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Kaha 2 GTX Shoes

Hoka's Kaha style has all the features you'd expect from a stand-out winter boot silhouette, including a sleek Gore-Tex upper and a chunky Vibram sole.

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Journey Boot Lite Shoes

Canada Goose knows how to steel up for winter unlike anyone else. Its puffer jackets have become a seasonal essential, and if you don't already have these thick, durable, snow-proof boots, you need to get 'em before it's too late.

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Acrux TR GTX Boots

It's all about keeping things cool (yet warm) with these boots. Sleek, chic, and super lightweight, they'll carry you through winter and beyond.

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Hi-Line Waterproof Lace-Up Boots

Sorel has a pair of boots for just about everything. They don't look—or feel—bulky, and they keep your feet nice and warm.

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Emmett Waterproof Snow Boots

This winter, you don't have to be away from your Uggs for even a minute. When you leave the slippers behind, put on these snow boots. They're ready for absolutely anything.

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ThermoBall Lifty II Boots

Snow, ice, or rain is no match for these boots. Try 'em yourself and see.

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Andreas Leather Hiking Boots

The folks over at ROA, the outdoorsy brand so Italian it's named after a hiking spot in the Dolomites, wisely outfit their signature boots with thick Vibram soles to provide all the protection you'll need stomping through any slush-filled streets this winter.

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