These Winter Boots Are so Stylish We'd Even Wear Them When There's No Snow in Sight

One of the things we hate about winter (trust us, there are many) is that we often have to sacrifice form in favor of function. While we're more than willing to freeze in the name of fashion, sometimes substituting style for warmth isn't realistic. Like slipping on high heels only to have to walk through a snowdrift. Which is why we decided to investigate to see if we could find some truly stylish snow boots. We're happy to report that we accomplished our mission.

SOREL is a big reason why. The brand is praised for successfully combining warm, water-free interiors with fashion-forward silhouettes along with gripping soles. The variety is also pretty impressive. Its cool Chelsea boots, hiking boots and even Proenza Schouler collaboration pairs all earned spots on our discerning list.

Although it's far from the only option. If shearling is your cold-weather jam, try Hermes' fresh take, Gianvito Rossi's belted pair, Prada's fluffy entry, UGG x Telfar's striking shorties or Sam Edelman's three-tone set. Love the idea of those infamous Moon Boots but not a fan of their overly chunky vibe? Try Hunter's red hot padded pair. Khaite's even got a dog in this fight courtesy of its black-and-white offering.

Keep reading to uncover the most stylish snow boots of the season that you'll want to wear in a blizzard and during a seasonal dry spell.

SOREL ONA RMX Glacy Faux Fur, Canvas and Leather-Trimmed Suede Snow Boots, $150 at Net-a-Porter

Miu Miu Fumé Leather Boots, $1,890 at Miu Miu

Hunter Stanley Duck Boots, $180 at Free People

UGG x Telfar 10mm Telfar Mini Crinkled Patent Boots, $229 at LuisaViaRoma

Zara Chunky Sole Flat Ankle Boots, $69.90 at Zara

Khaite Culver Leather Snow Boots, $686 at Mytheresa

Gianvito Rossi Sheep Shearling Suede Belted Boots, $1,795 at Bergdorf Goodman

SOREL x Proenza Schouler Caribou Chelsea Boots in Golden Ochre/Black, $400 at Proenza Schouler

Vince Leather Shearling Winter Booties, $450 at Neiman Marcus

Bogner Chamonix Leather and Suede Snow Boots, $478 at Net-a-Porter

INUIKII Classic Leather Snow Boots, $325 at Mytheresa

Hermes Fresh Ankle Boot in Blanc/Écru, $1,250 at Hermes

SOREL Ona Ave Chelsea Boots in Epic Plum/Black, $160 at Shopbop

Prada Shearling Après Ski Booties in Black, $1,820 at Prada

Moncler Resile Trek Water-Repellent Suede Lace-Up Boots, $895 at Moncler

Sam Edelman Elliot Combat Boots, $180 at Anthropologie

Coach Leighton Bootie in Black & Natural, $295 at Coach

SOREL Ona Ave Trek Waterproof Boot, $140 at Anthropologie

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