STYLIST’S GUIDE TO THE PERFECT WINTER BOOT

Tali Kogan
5 min readOct 19, 2019

Cold days are ahead! After years and years of living in Chicago, I have figured out a thing or two about staying warm on those below-freezing days. And those days are coming sooner than we think. My biggest secret for staying warm is… actually dressing for the weather. Many people think they have to sacrifice warmth and practicality for a stylish winter outfit, but that is not true! You can have the best of both worlds by investing in something like super stylish snow boots that will keep you toasty warm, and still make a fashion statement. Here is my shopping guide for winter boots!

The key to staying warm in the cold weather is investing in a great pair of boots and winter coat. Lately I’ve been shopping a lot for my clients for warm weather boots so I decided too hare my finds on the blog. In this post you can find all my favorite warm weather boots starting from $120.

MONCLER PATENT LEATHER BOOTS

These Moncler boots are too hot to handle. Not only can you trust that they are super warm and great quality because they are by a renowned winter brand, they also have this chic patent leather detail that almost makes them look like space boots. These are the perfect option for anyone that’s looking for warmth, comfort, and edge.

COACH HIKER BOOTS

I discovered these amazing Coach hiker boots while working with Coach at my styling workshop. I love that these simple boots have a black and white graphic detailed sole to add that extra style element. Not to mention the price, at only $195, these are affordable and will last for many seasons to come!

UGG WHITE WINTER BOOTS

Of course, my addiction to white boots carries into the snowy season too. While working on this post, I purchased these white faux-fur Ugg boots for the upcoming season, and I can’t wait to break them out and wear them for the first time. These bright boots will match with every winter outfit, not to mention the taller height will protect against the taller snow piles.

SOREL METALLIC BOOTIES

Silver is the coolest color for winter, it just screams glam! These short silver booties are extra stylish with the metallic color, and are lined with shearling so you know they are cozy. Sorel is another very popular snow brand, so you can trust their quality at their amazing achievable prices (these are only $135!).

SOREL BLACK MOON BOOTS

These tall black boots are definitely made for somewhere out-of-this-world. The puffy fabric they are made of keep out the cold winds (like your favorite puffer jacket), and again, the height protects against those tall snow banks. These are perfect for any of you looking for a chic but minimal option. These are also Sorel so they are quality and affordable. They are also available in a light grey color.

SOREL LACE-UP BOOTS

Of course, you can’t go wrong with a traditional lace-up snow boot. However, Sorel is amazing at taking a classic snow boot silhouette and adding cute details like this faux-fur lining and sporty shape. For an amazing price of only $120, these lace-up boots are classic must-have!

LOUBOUTIN HEELED SNOW BOOTS

You might be wondering, Tali, what if I need to stay warm on a night-out or romantic winter date? These Christian Louboutin heeled boots are perfect for you. The thick block heel and gripped soles ensure that you can walk through any weather, and they are lined with cozy shearling. All the while keeping an edgy, super stylish look, perfect for any fashionista. I am planning to buy these as well for all of my winter fashion occasions!

RAG AND BONE STUDDED HIKER BOOTS

I have had my eye on these Rag and Bone studded hiker boots since they first came out. What really catches my eye is the stud detail near the sole and the silver hardware for the laces! Details are so so important. These are completely lined with shearling and have heavy durable soles for walking all around the city. They are so cute I would almost want to wear them year-round!

Those are all of my current favorite snow boots. I hope this shopping guide for winter boots helped you, and you found your perfect pair. Any questions, or looking for a more specific style? Reach out to me and I will help you find the best pair this season.

Stay warm!

Xoxo,

Tali

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