10 Winter Boots for Snow, Style & Just Slipping On

With the temperature dipping, dependable footwear is suddenly essential. Whether stepping into the snow or an evening in the city, do so in an unexpected boot. The ten below are needed for the season ahead. —Julia Dumbrell

FOR SNOW

Canada Goose Kya Zip-up Boot

In a classic Chelsea style, the Kya Zip-up Boot is designed with Canada Goose’s signature obsession over quality and performance ($950). Founded in 1957 in a small warehouse in Toronto, this model shows why Canada Goose has grown into one of the world’s leading manufacturers of performance luxury apparel.

Olang Zaide Boots in Bordo

Designed to combine comfort, function, and style, Olang’s newest collection is true to the brand’s spirit, blending traditional craftsmanship with modern, durable and stylish design. Among the new colours and standard or cleated models, the design and function of the Zaide model in Bordo is among our fall favourites ($290).

Sorel JOAN FRWD Women’s Chelsea Boot

The Sorel JOAN FRWD Women’s Chelsea Boot means business, ready to wear on the chilliest of winter days with its fashion-forward design and lightweight water resistant build ($210).

PAJAR Galaxy Mini Suede Women’s Pull on Boot

Few brands understand cold-weather transitions like PAJAR, a Montréal heritage company founded in the ‘60s. The Galaxy Mini Suede Women’s Pull On Boot design is rooted in this shoemaking tradition – like all of PAJAR models, they’re dependable without sacrificing on style ($200).

Mark’s Columbia Women’s Snowtrot Shorty Boots

Cozy comfort with its plush sherpa collar and trusted protection from the cinchable ankle bungee come together in Mark’s stylish Columbia Snowtrot Shorty boots ($130). Sure to be new go-tos, they’re designed for everyday wear in cold weather.

FOR STYLE

Reformation Dominique Knee Boot

Reformation has achieved boot perfection with the Dominique Knee Boot ($718). Knee high with a pointed toe and slanted block heel, they’re an irreplaceable boot-vestment, matching pretty much everything else from Ref’s collection.

Sézane Axelle Ankle Boots

Sézane is always the perfect fit, proved with the Axelle Ankle Boots ($375). Exquisitely made in the brand’s Portuguese workshop with a patent leather exterior, these high-heeled ankle boots define late-fall fashion.

Ateliers Solange Boot

Another Montréal brand we love, Atelierstakes a simple approach to designing timeless and understated fashion footwear ($335). The Solange boot exemplifies this mentality, made in Turkey and uniquely complete with an Almond toe.

FOR JUST SLIPPING ON

Dream Pairs Platform Suede Slip-Ons

The Platform Suede Slip-Ons are our Dream Pairs for the chilly season, featuring genuine suede with plush lining, and a cozy platform for stylish indoor to outdoor wear ($97).

The North Face THERMOBALL Traction Mules

In the brand’s latest iteration of their well-loved THERMOBALL™ Traction Mules, The North Face cushioned and water-repellent shoes are ready for city exploration this winter, in a range of cool colourways ($90).