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There is nothing worse than realizing you need a new pair of boots when your toes are cold and soggy after a storm.
If you or someone you know needs an upgrade to their shoe game -- our winter boot list is a great place to start.
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Waterproof boots
When thinking about upgrading your boots, waterproofing can be a game changer. If you plan to be outdoors during a snowstorm or rainstorm, beyond just having a waterproof structure, height is key. You should make sure that your boots are snug to your leg and measure between 8-10 inches tall so that snow and rain can't make their way inside the boot.
Manitobah Waterproof Pacific Winter Boots
Price: $235 · From REI
Oboz Bridger 9" Insulated Waterproof Boots
Price: $220 · From REI
Adirondack III Waterproof Bootie
Price: $249.95 to $250 · From Nordstrom
Snow boots
Check out snow boots from brands like L.L.Bean, Sorel and more and stay warm when snow hits.
Women's L.L.Bean Snow Boots, Suede
Price: $149 · From L.L.Bean
SOREL - Women's Caribou Waterproof Boot
Price: $123.02 to $149.99 · From Amazon
SOREL Whitney II Short Lace Snow Boot
Price: $139.99 · From DSW
Women's Epic Round Toe Cold Weather Casual Booties
Price: $37.99 · 65% Savings
From Macy's
Original: $109
Hiking boots
Things to keep in mind when shopping for outdoor boots are traction and stability. You should make sure that the rubber grips on the bottom of the boots are made for snow and ice to keep you stable during bad weather conditions.
Timberland Mt. Maddsen Mid Waterproof Hiking Boots - Women's
Price: $89.99 · 25% Savings
From REI
Original: $120
AKU Selvatica Mid GTX Hiking Boots
Price: $199.95 · From REI
On Cloudtrax Waterproof Hiking Boots
Price: $104.83 · 50% Savings
From REI
Original: $210
La Sportiva Nucleo High II GTX Hiking Boots
Price: $239 · From REI
Columbia Women's Newton Ridge Plus Waterproof Amped Hiking Boot
Price: $67.45 · 25% Savings
From Amazon
Original: $89.95
Merrell Women's Moab 3 Mid Waterproof Hiking Boot
Price: $80 · 46% Savings
From Amazon
Original: $150
UGG boots
Victoria Tall Boots
Original: $109.99
Kelissa Tall Boots
Original: $109.99
Women's Sunburst Mini
Price: $146.99 · 30% Savings
From UGG
Original: $210
Women's Bailey Bow Tall II Boot
Price: $240 · From UGG
UGG Classic Mini II Genuine Shearling Lined Boot
Price: $120 to $160 · 25% Savings
From Nordstrom
Original: $160
Platform Boots
Cougar Villa Lug Platform Bootie
Price: $108 to $180 · 40% Savings
From Nordstrom
Original: $180 to $180
Women's Classic Mini Platform
Price: $170 · From UGG
Women's ZERØGRAND City Wedge Chelsea Boot
Price: $149.95 · 34% Savings
From Cole Haan
Original: $230
JABASIC Womens Chunky Ankle Boots
Price: $54.99 · From Amazon
Half-calf boots
Amazon Essentials Women's Riding Boot
Price: $48.40 · From Amazon
Sam Edelman Women's Elfie Cozy Cold Weather Boots
Price: $140 · 30% Savings
From Bloomingdales
Original: $200
Women's Greenwich Tall Boot
Price: $159.97 · 46% Savings
From Cole Haan
Original: $300
Vince Camuto Seshon Boot
Price: $169.99 · 25% Savings
From DSW
Original: $229
Rain boots
Hunter Original Short Waterproof Rain Boot (Women)
Price: $170 · From Nordstrom
FitFlop WonderWelly Waterproof Rain Boot
Price: $72 to $72 · 39% to 48% Savings
From Nordstrom
Original: $119.95 to $140
Tommy Hilfiger Women's Karissa Rain Boot
Price: $89 · From Amazon
UGG Drizlita
Price: $62.96 · 30% Savings
From Zappos
Original: $89.95
Fashion booties
The City Boot
Price: $275 · From Everlane
CUSHIONAIRE Women's Sterling Stretch boot +Memory Foam
Price: $49.99 · From Amazon
Haucan Ankle boot
Price: $89.98 · 30% Savings
From Aldo
Original: $130
Dolce Vita Hawk H2o Bootie
Price: $105 · 30% Savings
From Revolve
Original: $150