https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/appropriate-shoes-for-snowy-cold-climates Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Wed, 10 Jun 2026 01:48:09 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/appropriate-shoes-for-snowy-cold-climates#post-29226 Sat, 04 Oct 2008 01:06:49 +0000 Kristen 29226@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I live in Chicago, which definitely has cold winters! Basically, if it's snowy, I carry my shoes with my tote bag and wear warm winter boots outside. It's crazy not to do anything else -- why ruin perfectly good leather and suede with all that salt? </p> <p>For winter shoes, I really like booties or chunky-heeled 2-inch loafer/oxfords/mary janes under my pants, and I wear those with trouser socks. With skirts, I can often wear the same shoes but with tights, or pumps and hose if it's for a more professional business meeting. Usually my flats and ballet flats get stowed away once fall is over, but they come back out in the spring. </p> <p>It's funny, I keep reading about all the mary janes and oxford heels in style now, and all I had to do was pull out my winter shoes from last year and there they were, ready and waiting! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/appropriate-shoes-for-snowy-cold-climates#post-29223 Sat, 04 Oct 2008 00:13:17 +0000 Mai 29223@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Think the dressier end of oxfords and loafers, like so:</p> <p>some loafers:<br /> <a href="http://www.zappos.com/n/p/dp/45450720/c/72.html" rel="nofollow">http://www.zappos.com/n/p/dp/45450720/c/72.html</a> (my current loafer of choice)<br /> <a href="http://www.zappos.com/n/p/dp/45450640/c/162650.html" rel="nofollow">http://www.zappos.com/n/p/dp/4.....62650.html</a><br /> <a href="http://www.zappos.com/n/p/dp/45444334/c/3.html" rel="nofollow">http://www.zappos.com/n/p/dp/45444334/c/3.html</a></p> <p>And then oxfords ... it's a little harder to find any which are all three of work-dressy, feminine *and* winter-safe, but I think this one gets at least close:</p> <p><a href="http://www.zappos.com/n/p/dp/39936510/c/41011.html" rel="nofollow">http://www.zappos.com/n/p/dp/39936510/c/41011.html</a></p> <p>I definitely wouldn't wear it with a skirt, but under jeans I think it would be a suitable alternative to boots.</p> <p>If you don't like the above, I would rethink your feelings on the whole boots issue - I have a pair of classic, black leather, knee-high boots with a one-inch heel, and they are completely feminine (hopefully also okay on ice now that they've been resoled). I've also got a pair of five-eyelet Doc Martens which technically have no heel, but I seriously doubt most men would wear them, given that they're made of magenta velvet! (Gosh, I love those boots. Although I wouldn't suggest wearing something like them to work, certainly.) I believe Angie also rocks a pair of 20-eyelet Docs in standard black.</p> <p>More practically, BarkingDogShoes has a nice roundup of fashionable and winter-useful boots here:<br /> <a href="http://www.barkingdogshoes.com/newshoe/2008/09/7-best-comforta.html" rel="nofollow">http://www.barkingdogshoes.com.....forta.html</a> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/appropriate-shoes-for-snowy-cold-climates#post-29206 Fri, 03 Oct 2008 20:22:40 +0000 katiwei 29206@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I just found this post from 8 months ago: <a href="http://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-proper-hosiery-for-flats?replies=3" rel="nofollow">http://youlookfab.com/welookfa.....?replies=3</a> Based on that thread, I'd say that trouser socks and hose (even nude) should not be worn with flats of all kinds.</p> <p>So it still leaves me puzzled on what other type of shoe is available for women during the winter. Maybe pumps and casual loafers will continue to be my go-to shoes. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/appropriate-shoes-for-snowy-cold-climates#post-29203 Fri, 03 Oct 2008 20:02:26 +0000 katiwei 29203@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I tend to think that boots are the way to go with snow as well (a big reason they're around probably too). There is a greater potential for snow getting into flats. However, snow is just another reason why I don't want an every day boot with a substantial heel; it gets slippery! But again, boots with a 1" heel just don't seem very feminine. </p> <p>I have to believe that there's some kind of alternative to boots for women during winter. Men seem to be able to wear their shoes year round and I rarely see men with fashion boots even when it's super snowy. Also, I'm not talking about walking blocks in the snow but rather going from home to car to indoors. I wear snow boots for longer distance walking or really messy weather.</p> <p>There's another thread on wearing ballet flats with socks. The consensus was to go barefooted with them unless you're especially trendy or young; even trouser socks wouldn't be chic. I couldn't figure out if this extended to flats that are actual "sturdy" shoes as opposed to thin ballet flats. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/appropriate-shoes-for-snowy-cold-climates#post-29153 Fri, 03 Oct 2008 16:24:07 +0000 Tanya 29153@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I personally wear only closed shoes (boots) when there is snow on the ground, I am too cold for anything else, and I can imagine that you could get snow into your shoes if they are open.</p> <p>My guess on the trouser sock issue is that ideally it should be avoided ( barefoot is best), but if you must then I would either wear them with bootcut pants where the flare would cover the sock completely or wear them with full tights and skirts.</p> <p>I am just speculating here though, so we should wait for someone more qualified to give you proper answers. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/appropriate-shoes-for-snowy-cold-climates#post-29148 Fri, 03 Oct 2008 16:03:31 +0000 katiwei 29148@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I can see how I'm being confusing. I'm having a hard time explaining even what's confusing me! </p> <p>Wouldn't shoes that are more open be less appropriate for snowy winters? Like these flats and others similar to them?</p> <p><a href="http://clarks.zappos.com/n/p/dp/42706828/c/72.html" rel="nofollow">http://clarks.zappos.com/n/p/dp/42706828/c/72.html</a></p> <p><a href="http://clarks.zappos.com/n/p/dp/42704456/c/72.html" rel="nofollow">http://clarks.zappos.com/n/p/dp/42704456/c/72.html</a></p> <p>Could I wear trouser socks with those and not look juvenile or frumpy? Or are they like ballet flats in that aspect, where one would rather be barefoot? I love flats.</p> <p>Thanks for the welcome! I've been reading the blog for a while but I'm finally starting to do some shopping so I needed a bit more specific help! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/appropriate-shoes-for-snowy-cold-climates#post-29145 Fri, 03 Oct 2008 15:49:40 +0000 Tanya 29145@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hmm, I am not sure what you are exactly asking. And btw, welcome to the forum!</p> <p>As long as the shoes keep you dry and warm in your climate, they should work. It is up to you what you prefer.</p> <p>The first group ( pumps) looks great for both pants and skirts. As for the second group (loafers), I personally do not like them with skirts, only with pants. The boots are great as well and would work for pants. For skirts you'd typically need a knee high boot that closely hugs your calves. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/appropriate-shoes-for-snowy-cold-climates#post-29131 Fri, 03 Oct 2008 15:16:22 +0000 katiwei 29131@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>What kinds of no or low-heel shoes are appropriate for winter in a snowy, cold weather climate?</p> <p>I prefer to wear shoes with either no or a low (around 1") heel for my everyday footwear. I save the 2-3" heels for formal occasions. I find it easier on my feet and allow me to have my pants all the same length. Plus, I like my height and prefer to not add to it regularly.</p> <p>I didn't wear boots at all last year - 1" heeled ones seem masculine under pants/jeans. I also don't like wearing tall boots under pants/jeans and rarely wear skirts during the winter. I stuck to kitten heel pumps for work and going out (knee high hose keep my legs incredibly warm) and a patent black mix between a slip on fashion sneaker and a loafer with socks for casual events (not too attractive, but it covered all of my foot).</p> <p>Are pumps like these okay for winter with hose under pants/jeans or skirts? </p> <p><a href="http://www.stevemadden.com/item.aspx?id=40522" rel="nofollow">http://www.stevemadden.com/item.aspx?id=40522</a></p> <p><a href="http://www.shoes.com/Shopping/ProductDetails.aspx?p=EC1125296&#038;pg=5080574" rel="nofollow">http://www.shoes.com/Shopping/.....pg=5080574</a></p> <p><a href="http://www.zappos.com/n/p/dp/17765319/c/3.html" rel="nofollow">http://www.zappos.com/n/p/dp/17765319/c/3.html</a></p> <p>What about a loafer with trouser socks under pants/jeans? With sheer black or nude hose and a skirt (not sure if this look is quite right)?</p> <p><a href="http://www.endless.com/dp/B00188ZCIS/103-1529026-0351837?ie=UTF8&#038;linkCode=asn&#038;tag=endlesscj-20&#038;suppressRedirect=1&#038;creativeASIN=B00188ZCIS" rel="nofollow">http://www.endless.com/dp/B001.....B00188ZCIS</a></p> <p><a href="http://www.shoes.com/Shopping/ProductDetails.aspx?p=EC1043219&#038;pg=5040903" rel="nofollow">http://www.shoes.com/Shopping/.....pg=5040903</a></p> <p><a href="http://www.shoes.com/Shopping/ProductDetails.aspx?p=EC1043402&#038;pg=5040970" rel="nofollow">http://www.shoes.com/Shopping/.....pg=5040970</a></p> <p>Or should I really stick to a boot for winter?</p> <p><a href="http://www.shoes.com/Shopping/ProductDetails.aspx?p=EC1127107&#038;pg=5081344" rel="nofollow">http://www.shoes.com/Shopping/.....pg=5081344</a></p> <p><a href="http://www.shoes.com/Shopping/ProductDetails.aspx?p=EC1106403&#038;pg=5071402" rel="nofollow">http://www.shoes.com/Shopping/.....pg=5071402</a></p> <p><a href="http://www.shoes.com/Shopping/ProductDetails.aspx?p=EC1059807&#038;pg=5048809" rel="nofollow">http://www.shoes.com/Shopping/.....pg=5048809</a> (These look very much like my last two pairs of go-to boots.) </p>