Boots Part 2: The Winter Boot

Yesterday it snowed, it snowed about 2 inches up by me and well lets just say with that much snow on the ground, you put function over fashion. The main objective with winter boots is that they

1. Keep your feet dry
2. Keep your feet warm.
3. Provide grip in the wet slushy streets.

Frankly anything else doesn't matter. With that said, if you wish, like I did yesterday carry an extra pair of shoes and switch at the office. Or simply look for a pair that is not as bulky and you can live with wearing with whatever you choose to wear for the day. Here's an example:

Cole Haan Air Rhone Quilted Boot from Mr. Porter for $54 shipped

There is nothing super spectacular about the boot but it meets the 3 requirements, which is all that matters. Thankfully they aren't overly bulky in the toe and I can wear them with jeans and a simply white or gray shirt or sweater and black coat. 

Keep Your Feet Warm and Dry

One of the big questions being asked on NT's Dressing Better Thread is about what shoes to wear while still keeping it looking good. Many great options have been given like the classic L.L. Bean "Duck" Boots but the main thing for me is keeping your feet warm and dry. With winter here and snow a possibility, stick to rubber soles. Second make sure the shoes or boots are waterproof. Wet feet can lead to you not only being extremely uncomfortable but even getting sick. With temperatures dipping in the 30s here in New York, keeping them warm is key. Wet shoes/feet does not equate to warm feet. Frankly I recommend any boot that is going keep you warm and dry and has a rubber sole. Some are clunkier than others but sometimes you just need to put function over fashion.

Below: Cole Haan Quilted Air Rhone-$55 (a year ago from mrporter.com)