5 Ways to Wear Winter Boots Without Looking Like a Snowman

Remember that little thing we told you about socks and ankle boots? It doesn't apply here. For high-top, all-weather boots, you want to create obvious layers and a look of coziness.

When you have no other choice but to wear a heavy-duty boot, the socks will help the outfit make sense. Just look for a dressier, more delicate style.

You don't have to stick with the same classic Bean boots that everyone else wears. We love this little low ankle boot (which, conversely, requires low socks).

Those shearling-trimmed snow clompers are tired. These color-blocked rubber joints are not.

OK, OK. You're a ride-or-die lover of shearling. But you can, in fact, shake things up beyond that played-out tan. May we suggest rust?