14 Waterproof Winter Boots That Are As Chic As They Are Functional

There’s nothing quite like waking up on a winter morning and discovering a view blanketed in snow. But with the pleasing aesthetics of fresh snowfall comes, too, the need to trek through it (and, for some, shovel it). For that, only one genre of footwear will do: snow boots. But, given that most utilitarian winter footwear is clunky, it's often not the most stylish option. That is until this winter, when designers decided to upgrade the cold-weather staple. 

In 2021, snow boots are still waterproof, warm, and durable, but they’re also chic, with lug soles, colored stitching, and shearling details that will make you want to wear them long after your driveway has been cleared. Hell, we’d wear them even if it didn’t snow. Responsible for their rise are brands like Ganni, Diemme, and Suicoke, who’ve turned water-repellent styles into wardrobe items you’ll want to show off. Even Gucci’s making them, and yes, they include the horsebit. 

So before you begrudgingly pull out your salt-stained boots from the back of the closet for yet another snow-filled season, click ahead and find a fashion-forward version that you won’t want to hide.

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Ganni Rubber-Trimmed Leather Chelsea Knee Boots, $, available at Net-A-Porter

Zara Low Heel Quilted Tall Boots, $, available at Zara

Gucci Off-White Rubber Horsebit Ankle Boots, $, available at SSENSE

Mango Water Repellent Boots, $, available at Mango

Everlane The Rain Boot, $, available at Everlane

Toga Virilis x Suicoke Boots, $, available at Farfetch

Hunter Refined Stitch Short Wellies, $, available at Free People

Grenson Camille Boots, $, available at Shopbop

Ugg Ridge Boot, $, available at Amazon

Camper Camper Pix Ankle Boots, $, available at Camper

Bershka Rubberized Flat Boots, $, available at Bershka

Diemme Black Suede Balbi Boots, $, available at SSENSE

Moncler Ginette Quilted Nylon And Rubber Rain Boots, $, available at Net-A-Porter

Glamorous Short Snow Boots, $, available at ASOS

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