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The Best Winter Boots For Women That Are Both Practical And Chic
The temperature has dropped, but your style standards don't have to.
If you find winter the trickiest season to dress for, you're not alone. Sub-zero temperatures, grey skies, short days, and near-constant wind and rain are hardly the most inspiring conditions for putting together a fabulous look – particularly when all you really want to do is stay snuggled up indoors in the first place.
But you will need to leave the house eventually, and when you do, you'll need a warm and practical winter outfit that's fit for braving the elements. Clothes-wise, we'd recommend curating a timeless capsule wardrobe filled with thermal layers, cosy knits, thick jeans and trusty coats that you can easily mix and match in the mornings. And as for shoes? A good pair of winter boots is an absolute essential.
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The best winter boots are ones that are practical yet stylish, warm yet chic, and ideally water- and snow-proof too. Because while knee-high stilettos may look excellent, a broken ankle from slipping on the icy road most certainly does not...
Luckily, there are plenty of boots out there that deliver on snugness and safety, without compromising on the fashion front. Even better, practical styles like hiking boots, bikers, Moon Boots and chunky soles are bang on trend right now, too. From high-street heroes to designer investments that will see you through many seasons to come, this is ELLE's pick of the best boots to add to your winter capsule wardrobe now.
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Miu Miu boots that will keep your toes toasty and dry all winter long? We're sold.
Ganni Lace-Up Leather And Canvas Ankle Boots
Of course cult Copenhagen brand Ganni has designed a pair of boots that are both seriously practical and achingly cool. Style with chunky knitted socks and a midi skirt for the full Scandi look.
Moon Boots are the surprising cool girl shoe trend of the season, so why not go big with this bright-red pair?
The humble combat boot has had a high-fashion upgrade courtesy of Bottega Veneta. We love the signature intrecciato leather detail, and contrast neon laces. Simply switch them out for plain black if you want a more subtle look.
Bikers are big news this season, and these chocolate-brown suede ones are some of the best out there. The chunky sole is nice and sturdy, too.
If you really must wear a heel, opt for these Reformation knee-highs. They're sleek, smart and perfect in this trending shade of burgundy.
It takes up to eight weeks to make a single pair of Grenson boots, so you know that they'll stand the test of time. This chunky Chelsea style will look as good under straight-leg jeans as it will with sheer black tights and a skirt.
Penelope Chilvers Incredible Tortoiseshell Shearling-Lined Boot
Leopard print has the power to inject some fun into even the dreariest of winter looks. These will look as chic on a blustery walk with jeans and a jacket, as they will on the slopes during après. The shearling lining and non-slip sole is just the cherry on top.
Gianvito Rossi's twist on the classic black leather winter boot features extra-fluffy shearling trim on the outside as well as cool biker details. Love.
Toteme has hit the nail on the head once again with these ankle boots. Pair with cropped blue jeans and a chunky cashmere jumper for the perfect off-duty look.
The Row's zip-up boots are nothing short of a cult item in fashion circles. The fact they're practical, too, makes the investment all the more worthwhile.
UGGs are a cold-weather classic for a reason. We feel cosy just looking at them.
Clementina Jackson is Acting Site Fashion Editor at ELLE UK, working across news and features, trends, e-commerce and SEO. She was previously Fashion Editor at Cosmopolitan and Women’s Health, and Acting Digital Fashion Editor at ELLE UK, where she was named as a PPA 30 Under 30 award winner for her work on size inclusivity. An experienced fashion, travel and luxury lifestyle journalist, Clementina has also written for Harper’s Bazaar, Vanity Fair, Condé Nast Traveller, Tatler, Red and Italy Segreta.
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