The soles of your snow boots should be made from a waterproof material, such as rubber, that will not allow water penetrate the boots. Your head and feet are the places where your body loses the most heat. Therefore, keeping your feet warm and dry is vital.

The upper portion of snow boots should be made from nylon or another waterproof material that will resist wetness. Boots made of Gore-Tex are also ideal. Snow boots should be at mid-calf height or higher to keep snow and water from going into the top of your boots when trudging through the snow. Some winter boots are also lined with fur, wool or fleece around the top to keep your feet warm. The inside of snow boots should be insulated with a material that will keep your feet dry and warm, such as wool.

Though snow boots should protect your feet, they can also be stylish too. A number of companies make adorable snow boots that go from the ski resorts to the city streets. I’m a big fan of Sorel boots. You can find them online at Sorel.com and many other retailers.

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The Sorel Joan Of Arctic boot features seam-sealed waterproof construction, a removable recycled felt InnerBoot, and a waterproof full-grain and suede upper.

You gotta love the faux fur snow cuff. These boots will protect you against temperatures down to -25 degrees below zero. The rubber shell and outsole are durable, warm and waterproof. These boots come in three colors and are priced at $130.

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These fashion-forward boots are warm, cozy and definitely fun. They offer boots for women, men and even kids. Here are a few of my favorites. You can check out all the styles at ausiieboots.com.

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Classic Signature Collection
From their Classic Signature Collection, these boots feature a snakeskin texture in a metallic gold color. Priced at $329, these boots are handcrafted with cozy, warm sheepskin. The other boots in the Classic line offer fish or snake scale in silver, gold, red and other fabulous colors.

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Vintage Collection
These grey boots have a stone-washed, vintage appearance. They are created from Merino wool and double-face sheepskin. Priced at just $199, these boots run a bit large. If you are in-between sizes, order a half size smaller than your normal size. These vintage boots also come in orange or sand.

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For those of us keeping a tighter grip on our purse strings, it’s all about smart shopping for true winter investment pieces that will last us for seasons to come.

With stylish yet practical footwear and accessories that will effortlessly complement the lifestyle of today’s woman, we can fend off frostbite while staying chic all winter long.

For the Woman-On-The-Go

If you are always running around from one errand to the next, it’s important to find a boot that looks good and is also extremely comfortable. It’s best to look for either a flat boot, wedge or style with a small heel for a little height. A great choice is the Laney boot, which will keep toes toasty and dry while out and about in the harsh winter weather, but also has a great, sleek look for any time of year.

Laney, $330

For a Stand-Out Style Day or Night

If you mix business with pleasure and frequently head out directly from the office, it’s a good idea to purchase a versatile boot that is both work and evening appropriate. Try a heel that is around two or three inches to provide a polished, sophisticated look for any event. A perfect example is the Marlena boot, as it will stylishly take you straight from the workplace to an evening out on the town.

Marlena, $345

For Those Frostier Winter Days

When the snow is falling hard or city streets are slushy, a warm, waterproof boot that will keep you dry is the only way to go. But, that doesn’t mean that they don’t have to look cute! Shearling-lined boots, like the Tami, are designed with both comfort and fashion in mind, so that looking good and feeling good is easily achieved.

Tami, $435

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So what is so unusual about these boots?? They use flannel as on of the materials. Might be good for sheets, but not for our winters. They do look impressive though. Available at Saks

Now these might not be high fashion, but I sure would take a pair right now. They have removable sheepskin lining. Available at Bloomingdales If these boots can’t keep your feet warm, I think that we should just close the door and not go out until spring hits… whenever that is.

Another boot using a material that we couldn’t get away with up here. Unusual color too. It’s called “Wasabi” hmmm, wonder where they came up with that?? Available at Zappos

And then there are these boots that will certainly get the kids noticed and there’s a larger shot available with the link to give you an even better look. They do promise to keep feet warm and dry in all seasons… and they sure are bright. Available at Eastbay

And then you have these by Miu Miu. Well, you certainly don’t have to worry about breaking off the heel and yes, I’m constantly aware of the height of the heel during the winter months. Now about that bow… Available at BlueFly

Now I’m going to go downstairs and put on the kettle. I could use a nice hot cup of tea!

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