We consider winter as sweater weather, but it’s also ideal boot weather.
Of course, you can wear them any time of year, but all but the shortest boots can get a little toasty when you’re in the blazing Arizona summer sun — you know you look great, but you don’t always feel great.
Now is the time to revel in their magnificent construction and elegant style as we plow through another snowy, chilly and delightful season.
No slouch
Slouch boots accommodate skirts and jeans alike as they reach toward the knee without constricting the leg, leaving you comfy as well as stylish.
Those iconic folds in the material just above the ankle form a silhouette that works in all casual and most formal settings as you navigate all your work and social engagements around the holidays and beyond.
Buckle down
Biker boots, usually characterized by buckles on the outside ankle, are an edgier option that’s also been on-trend for a while but are beginning to yield some ground to sleeker moto boots.
Inspired by the motocross scene, they’re hitting the runways now with higher heels, more colorful leather and more buckles for a kicky aesthetic that will bring a smile to everyone’s face.
Chelsea morning
On a warmer morning you might not feel like pulling on a thigh-high or calf-hugging boot for the day, so it’s time to snap on an ankle-high Chelsea boot with an elastic panel that makes wearing it so much easier.
These look just as stunning on men as women as they create a practical but adventurous vibe to anyone who wears them.
So UGG-ly
Once-again ubiquitous UGGs are an option that many adore — and not just for winter. These comfy confections are splendid at just about everything else a boot should do. They keep your feet dry by wicking the moisture away, which is why they’re great for all seasons.
Some of its models don’t fare so well in rain and snow, but UGGs and their imitators are hard to beat for warmth and style.
The cowboy way
You don’t have to wear cowboy boots just because you’re in Prescott, but they do look awesome against its historic backdrop and are extremely practical during the wintertime.
They’re supremely comfortable, and the older they get the better they look. With a palette of styles, materials and toe shapes to choose from, you’ll be able to find a pair that fits you like gloves.
We all shine on
Shiny metallics in gold, silver and even some bronzy casts can be found in any boot style and texture, from mirror ball platforms to slender, shimmery riding boots.
These are lovely for any holiday occasions and next-level for NYE, but their true value is felt in the long, sometimes-dreary days to come from January through March when their glow provides that look of warmth for anyone who needs it.
