Shoes With High Style at Low Temperatures

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A mens shoe or boot that exudes cubicle chic and can endure winter weather is the holy grail of footwear. Its not easy to find a runway-ready shoe that can withstand snow and sleet without endowing you with the style of a moose-tracker.

A men’s shoe or boot that exudes cubicle chic and
can endure winter weather is the holy grail of footwear. It’s not easy
to find a runway-ready shoe that can withstand snow and sleet without
endowing you with the style of a moose-tracker.

We all know that if you want to take the measure of a man, you have
to look down: Fashion starts at the feet. You build from the ground up, not from the roof down.

If you’re willing to put your best foot forward, you should track
down these office-appropriate men’s boots. We asked Grant Harris, owner
and chief style consultant for Image Granted — based in Washington,
D.C. — for some insider information on how to keep your feet looking
cool without feeling frozen. Here are his picks:

FLX Adrian Chelsea Boot by Cole Haan

The Details: Out of the many fine Cole Haan boots,
this is one of the few that are constructed with waterproof leather,
Nike air-cushioning and rubber soles with traction.

The Look: The Chelsea boot provides the sleek,
stylin’ hipster image. The air-cushioning and waterproofing will help
you navigate over and around the hipsters stuck in the slush.

Tip: “The Chelsea style is good for inclement
weather because it has no laces or zippers,” says Harris. “Therefore
there are fewer points where the elements can seep through.”

Price: $168

Make Tracks to: ColeHaan.com

Enos by Donald J. Pliner

The Details: The Enos cap-toe rubber sole, suede elastic gore side-panels and distressed feel say, “Me? Worry?”

The Look: The boys in the boardroom will appreciate this boot’s stylish side-stitching and elegant efficiency.

Tip: The Enos is water-resistant, but not
waterproof. “Waterproof and polish them yourself as soon as you get
them,” says Harris. “It’s like giving the shoe a coat of armor-all
against the elements. All men’s shoes and boots should be polished after every three wears.”

Price: $325

Make Tracks to: DonaldJPliner.com

L.L. Bean’s Rugged Casuals Chukka Boot

The Details: These babies feature full-grain leather and a rubber outsole that offers enough traction to hike to any watercooler.

The Look: The rugged office-casual type who likes to get his hands dirty — but doesn’t like to get his feet wet.

Tip: “With its ankle protection, a chukka boot is
good for the outdoors,” says Harris. “And with the laces, they offer a
more businesslike appearance.”

Price: $109

Make Tracks to: LLBean.com

Heath Outside Zip by Frye

Details: This macho men’s leather boot features a
side-zipper, a squared toe and cushioned, shock-absorbing insoles that
are perched above stacked leather heels.

The Look: The bad-boy biker type.

Tip: “If the zipper sticks in the cold, take a graphite pencil and rub it where it is stuck,” says Harris, “or use some dish soap.”

Price: $298

Make Tracks to: TheFryeCompany.com

The Nash by Born

Details: This full-grain leather slip-on is leather-lined and features a rubber sole with traction.

The Look: The dude who’s moved on from Timberlands — but doesn’t want to blow a mortgage payment on Gucci.

Tip: The rugged and classic-looking Nash is suited
for “the office to the after-party to after-hours,” says Harris. “A
plain toe with no embellishments is the way to go.”

Price: $130

Make Tracks to: BornShoes.com

Men’s Brimley by Sorel

Details: The insulated, waterproof leather and rubber sidewalls offer all-weather and all-terrain protection. We’re all excited!

The Look: The dude who works and plays in the great outdoors.

Tip: “These men’s boots are for heavy winter,” says
Harris, “and are good for the man whose work takes him outside, but not
in the office.’’ That is, unless it’s casual Friday and everyone’s going
ice fishing after work … in the Yukon.

Price: $170

Make Tracks to: Sorel.com

Brian O’Connor is a print and online journalist. He is a former contributing editor at Men’s Fitness and executive editor at Genre. He has also written for Slate, San Francisco Weekly and the New York Daily News, among other publications. Brian is a frequent contributor to Style and Tech for Men

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