https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/more-boots-alternative-to-sorels Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Sat, 04 Apr 2026 00:37:18 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/more-boots-alternative-to-sorels/page/2#post-1127117 Thu, 02 Jan 2014 21:11:00 +0000 Anonymous 1127117@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have a pair of very abnoxious Earth boots, that I love for the snow. They make a bunch of less over the top styles. There is something with the incline of the shoe that is not everyone's cuppa but I like it fine. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/more-boots-alternative-to-sorels/page/2#post-1127028 Thu, 02 Jan 2014 19:56:26 +0000 Glory 1127028@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Suz I just ordered the Kamik's that Una recommeded. I tried them in the store but they only had the grey left and I preferred the black. I did go up a size but a half size would have been perfect. I ordered them from Globo - online they are called Inez but the box is marked New York.<br />They are very light weight and cozy on. They should arrive Monday so fingers crossed. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/more-boots-alternative-to-sorels/page/2#post-1126293 Wed, 01 Jan 2014 23:34:05 +0000 Jules 1126293@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'll be taking a look at the gear suggestions myself so thanks for starting this thread. Just chiming in to say I know what you mean about once-trusty boots that cannot be relaunched. My experience has been that once breached, boots cannot be brought back to waterproof state! I know the sinking feeling of realizing my boots have sprung a leak and will never be the same again!<br /> *yes, I worked on my boat metaphors for a minute or two </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/more-boots-alternative-to-sorels/page/2#post-1126228 Wed, 01 Jan 2014 21:51:44 +0000 April 1126228@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Suz, did you find your winter boots? &nbsp;I'm looking too. &nbsp;The pair I have right now somehow transmit the cold directly to my feet -- not exactly what anyone is after in a snow boot.</p> <p>I've been looking at these&nbsp;<a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.sierratradingpost.com/aquatherm-by-santana-canada-jasmine-snow-boots-for-women~p~6625m/?filterString=womens-winter-and-snow-boots~d~672%2Fsizefamily~shoe%20size%3B7%2F&amp;colorFamily=01">http://www.sierratradingpost.c.....rFamily=01</a>, but they're only available in a 7. &nbsp;That's my size, not sure if it's yours. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/more-boots-alternative-to-sorels/page/2#post-1126214 Wed, 01 Jan 2014 21:32:08 +0000 Anonymous 1126214@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>My snowboots are actually kids' Timberlands. They're these, only the fabric inserts are black/brown tweed:<br /><a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.zappos.com/timberland-kids-earthkeepers-asphalt-trail-maplebrook-girls-tall-boot-big-kid-black?ef_id=UP9H9gAADm@uwwwI:20140101212506:s">http://www.zappos.com/timberla.....t-big-kid-</a></p> <p>They're relatively fitted in the calves and definitely look&nbsp;more like regular riding boots than hard-core snowboots.&nbsp;They've held up pretty well&nbsp;for me&nbsp;in terms of traction and warmth, although my winters aren't nearly Canadian-level and I frankly only need to wear them a few times a year. Even though they're kids', they look like they go up into the equivalent of medium-sized women's sizes. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/more-boots-alternative-to-sorels#post-1126202 Wed, 01 Jan 2014 21:19:38 +0000 Sam 1126202@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I've mentioned them before, but I finally pulled the trigger on the <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.zappos.com/baffin-madeleine-black">Baffin Madeleine's</a> and I really like them. They keep my feet warm (bot not uncomfortably so), snug, and dry. They have pretty decent traction, too, although that was just on snow. Haven't tested them on ice yet, but I suspect that they're not going to change my "I will do anything to avoid walking on ice" stance.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/more-boots-alternative-to-sorels#post-1126165 Wed, 01 Jan 2014 20:27:30 +0000 kkards 1126165@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I missed this post earlier. If you aren't looking for style, but are focused on waterproof and warm, I recommend the bean boots lined with shearling. </p> <p><a href="http://www.llbean.com/llb/shop/43281?feat=506700-GN3&#038;page=women-s-bean-boots-by-l-l-bean-reg-10-quot-shearling-lined" rel="nofollow">http://www.llbean.com/llb/shop.....ling-lined</a> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/more-boots-alternative-to-sorels#post-1126144 Wed, 01 Jan 2014 20:00:25 +0000 Anonymous 1126144@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I wanted to mention that I just shoveled snow in my Columbia boots and my feet stayed warm and dry. </p> <p>I got them last year so I am not sure of the model but they look something like this:</p> <p><a href="http://www.zappos.com/columbia-sierra-summette-iii-cordovan-tusk" rel="nofollow">http://www.zappos.com/columbia.....dovan-tusk</a></p> <p>They ran small. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/more-boots-alternative-to-sorels#post-1125903 Wed, 01 Jan 2014 06:27:30 +0000 Anonymous 1125903@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I just got the Kamik Seattle from zappos today. They are teeny tiny!</p> <p><a href="http://www.zappos.com/kamik-seattle-charcoal" rel="nofollow">http://www.zappos.com/kamik-seattle-charcoal</a></p> <p>I normally wear a 7 1/2 and ordered a 8 in these. I think I would have to order a 10 for them to fit in the length with warm socks on. Not sure if I got an off pair or not. They claim to be rated for -40. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/more-boots-alternative-to-sorels#post-1125861 Wed, 01 Jan 2014 04:47:36 +0000 Anonymous 1125861@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Suz, my warmest snow boots are hush Puppies. These seem good looking and weatherproof:<br /> <a href="http://www.dsw.com/shoe/hush+puppies+chamber+riding+boot?prodId=285751&#038;activeCats=cat10006,cat2017" rel="nofollow">http://www.dsw.com/shoe/hush+p.....06,cat2017</a><br /> However you may be better off getting a better quality. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/more-boots-alternative-to-sorels#post-1125857 Wed, 01 Jan 2014 04:30:54 +0000 Anonymous 1125857@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Suz, I had these Blondos on my feet and they were gorgeous but still too wide in the calf for me but narrower than most. They are waterproof and not too high.<br /> <a href="http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/blondo-boot/3485379?origin=category-personalizedsort&#038;contextualcategoryid=0&#038;fashionColor=&#038;resultback=1065&#038;cm_sp=personalizedsort-_-browseresults-_-1_4_B" rel="nofollow">http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/bl.....ts-_-1_4_B</a><br /> They are a great deal on sale and look much like these Aquatalias, also a great choice but pricey.<br /> <a href="http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/aquatalia-by-marvin-k-upswing-weatherproof-boot/3641606?origin=category-personalizedsort&#038;contextualcategoryid=0&#038;fashionColor=&#038;resultback=2265&#038;cm_sp=personalizedsort-_-browseresults-_-1_8_C" rel="nofollow">http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/aq.....ts-_-1_8_C</a> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/more-boots-alternative-to-sorels#post-1125850 Wed, 01 Jan 2014 04:00:31 +0000 Jjsloane 1125850@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Past needing my input, but kamiks would have been my suggestion too. Excited to see what you choose, I need these rarely but have 3 pair of Sorels and an ancient pair of ll bean duckboots.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/more-boots-alternative-to-sorels#post-1125835 Wed, 01 Jan 2014 03:39:18 +0000 catgirl 1125835@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>These are mine but in grey - <a href="http://www.zappos.com/kamik-new-york-dark-red" rel="nofollow">http://www.zappos.com/kamik-new-york-dark-red</a> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/more-boots-alternative-to-sorels#post-1125773 Wed, 01 Jan 2014 02:15:14 +0000 Glory 1125773@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Suz I feel your need on this one. The perfect winter boot is waterproof, warm, light weight and not so clunky that you cannot drive! I have a pair of snow boots that I bought years ago to play outdoor with the kids but I cannot walk in them and driving would be almost illegal.<br />The pajars this year have had terrible problems with poor traction which is a no go in our weather.<br />I am also looking for the perfect snow boot. I bought the snow queen from Marks but returned it because I did not like how the top flared out.&nbsp;<br />I am now going to check the Kamik - I didn't realize they were warm! Thanks Ladies who have recommended. I cannot wear any of the Sorels, and I find Bogs much to heavy and they get wet in side.<br />Globo has a few kamiks but they also have Superfit. I purchased a pair of superfits for my youngest child last year and she loved them. They only lasted one season but that doesn't really reflect on the boot - she is one hard playing child.<br />Globo also carries the New York but they call it Inez. Here is another that might work:<br /><a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.globoshoes.com/ca-eng/women/boots/cold-weather-boots/95532164-anezka/12">http://www.globoshoes.com/ca-e.....-anezka/12</a></p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/more-boots-alternative-to-sorels#post-1125769 Wed, 01 Jan 2014 02:10:31 +0000 Jaime 1125769@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Well I have nothing to say but Happy New Year on this one! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/more-boots-alternative-to-sorels#post-1125744 Wed, 01 Jan 2014 01:18:59 +0000 Suz 1125744@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Lyn - thank you! I will check out North Face.&nbsp;</p> <p>Keen would be fine, depending on the style, Dana. I will look. Thanks!</p> <p>Timberland is also possible, Aileen.&nbsp;I had a pair of theirs that didn't fit me so well but they came from consignment so may have moulded to the other person's foot. In all other respects I loved them! But they weren't warm enough as winter boots. Great for autumn.&nbsp;</p> <p>Natalie -- I am sure the same would be true for those Borns. They are super cute but not weather boots for where I live. Ditto for the Cole Haan's, Diana, I suspect I am looking for something more truly SNOWboot, you know? The Kamiks look ideal. Now to try them on! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/more-boots-alternative-to-sorels#post-1125735 Wed, 01 Jan 2014 01:12:04 +0000 lyn* 1125735@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Have you tried the North Face? I love my boots I have from them, but they are 3-4 years old.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/more-boots-alternative-to-sorels#post-1125707 Wed, 01 Jan 2014 00:12:05 +0000 ironkurtin 1125707@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Are Keens dressy enough? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/more-boots-alternative-to-sorels#post-1125625 Tue, 31 Dec 2013 22:32:01 +0000 JAileen 1125625@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Can you get Timberland in Canada? They have waterproof boots in a variety of styles. I have 2 pairs and love them. I especially like their traction, and that they're not huge like Sorels. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/more-boots-alternative-to-sorels#post-1125623 Tue, 31 Dec 2013 22:31:20 +0000 Diana 1125623@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh! &nbsp;Just remembered I had saved&nbsp;these in my Amazon cart. &nbsp;They were from Angie's polyvore a couple of days ago. &nbsp;</p> <p><a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00D7LDRNQ/ref=ox_sc_act_title_2?ie=UTF8&amp;psc=1&amp;smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER">http://www.amazon.com/gp/produ.....PDKIKX0DER</a></p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/more-boots-alternative-to-sorels#post-1125613 Tue, 31 Dec 2013 22:19:50 +0000 catgirl 1125613@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>One more pitch for the Kamiks - I wear them when I fear getting stuck somewhere, like in the insanely cold dark mountain pass we drive through to our cabin. I do not have to WORRY about wet or cold feet when I wear them, and frankly that is worth everything to me. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/more-boots-alternative-to-sorels#post-1125611 Tue, 31 Dec 2013 22:17:47 +0000 goldenpig 1125611@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like my Born Zunigas!<br /> <a href="http://goldenpig.lookfab.com/post/wiw-1210-urban-winter-warrior-princess" rel="nofollow">http://goldenpig.lookfab.com/p.....r-princess</a><br /> I'm going to test them out at Tahoe... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/more-boots-alternative-to-sorels#post-1125610 Tue, 31 Dec 2013 22:17:34 +0000 Anonymous 1125610@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I saw Kamik Quests 50% off at Canadian Tire today. They also had the taller Kamiks too. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/more-boots-alternative-to-sorels#post-1125606 Tue, 31 Dec 2013 22:12:24 +0000 Suz 1125606@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thank you, Tania. No need to take a pic (though I am delighted to look!) But I will take a look for that style when I am in the city in a few days.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/more-boots-alternative-to-sorels#post-1125605 Tue, 31 Dec 2013 22:10:57 +0000 Suz 1125605@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yeah. Well, that is what my Clark's were for...and worked for...<u><b>until this year.&nbsp;</p> <p></b></u><u></u>It's partly that they lost their waterproof properties, so that makes them risky to wear. I have to admit that. But they're also not feeling warm enough for our current temps and the combination of wet snow, dry snow, ice, and freezing rain. Maybe the insulation on these is also shot...hmmmm. Could be I just need a new pair of similar boots. You have a point there.&nbsp;<u><b><br /></b></u> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/more-boots-alternative-to-sorels#post-1125602 Tue, 31 Dec 2013 22:08:24 +0000 Tania 1125602@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Bogs are a winter standard around here (Southern NH, arty/crafty/farming community).&nbsp; Kamiks are great as well.&nbsp; </p> <p>Just in case...I just purchased Sorel 1964's (duck boot type), which seem more fitted than my&nbsp;old Sorels.&nbsp;&nbsp;I had intended on looking at&nbsp;Kamiks,&nbsp;but these were on sale at a local store.&nbsp; They have a removable liner and are -25 rated, which works for me.&nbsp;&nbsp;They also were fitted enough with super skinny jeans and didn't look too big on my size 9 narrowish feet/narrow lower calf.&nbsp;&nbsp;My first outing with them garnered a couple of comments on how they were nice and sleek, but that was coming from people that owned the bigger Sorel Caribou boots.&nbsp; I&nbsp;popped a sheepskin insole into them because my foot prefers natural fibers (the felt liner isn't wool).&nbsp; Anyway, there is just enough space for thick socks, a liner, and to allow for warmth (if a boot is too tight, it&nbsp;won't keep the foot warm).&nbsp; If you are interested, I can take a picture on my foot/lower leg.</p> <p>Tania&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/more-boots-alternative-to-sorels#post-1125597 Tue, 31 Dec 2013 22:02:56 +0000 Diana 1125597@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yeah, I wouldn't wear the Vitalias in an actual snowstorm or to shovel snow, but I think they'll be good for walking around when there's still snow and ice on the sidewalks. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/more-boots-alternative-to-sorels#post-1125592 Tue, 31 Dec 2013 21:58:41 +0000 Suz 1125592@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Diana, I think there are different types of Blondo boot, and some would be more snow worthy than others. Most of them are similar to my old Clark's, though -- okay for short commutes if you are moving constantly and temperatures are reasonably okay, but not a true snow boot.&nbsp;</p> <p>I will check out those Sorels of yours -- thank you! But I dimly remember trying on a bunch of other Sorel styles the year I bought my snow gear boots and none of them fit right.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/more-boots-alternative-to-sorels#post-1125587 Tue, 31 Dec 2013 21:56:50 +0000 catgirl 1125587@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The 6 is perfect on my short wide high arch feet. They are not tall, more like mid-calf, but really warm and unless I'm slogging through feet of snow they are good for everything. Also grippy. I found Bogs slippery and uncomfortable for my arches - they pressed on the top of my foot and cut off circulation. Also they got stiff in cold weather. My kid loves his Bogs though. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/more-boots-alternative-to-sorels#post-1125581 Tue, 31 Dec 2013 21:52:49 +0000 Diana 1125581@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Are blondos not warm enough? Sveta says she wears hers in the snow. Anyway I tried these on yesterday and liked them enough to order the black:<br /> <a href="http://www.blondo.ca/en/product/women/fall-winter/vitalia" rel="nofollow">http://www.blondo.ca/en/produc.....er/vitalia</a></p> <p>Calf on those is probably too big for you though but you could look at other styles. Not all the styles have the lug sole though, which I think is necessary for snow.</p> <p>Otherwise, my snow boots are sorels. But my feet are like yours, narrow especially at the heel. Mine are a discontinued style called sorelia Earhart. The foot is narrower then most sorels and the laces mean the ankles arent ginormous. Still a few sizes left on amazon:<br /> <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Sorel-Womens-Sorelia-Earhart-Shearling/dp/B004LDLX9Y/ref=pd_sbs_shoe_5" rel="nofollow">http://www.amazon.com/Sorel-Wo.....sbs_shoe_5</a> </p>