https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/why-would-i-need-rain-boots Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Fri, 10 Apr 2026 22:21:47 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/why-would-i-need-rain-boots/page/2#post-2232613 Sun, 17 Oct 2021 22:11:29 +0000 Tanya 2232613@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>My lifestyle is pretty urban (no yard, rarely in situations that require going through mud) and I found that I mostly can get away without real rain boots. I had a pair of nice Tretorn rubber boos in yellow and they were worn very rarely and I eventually had to get rid of them because the rubber got discolored.&nbsp; What I am finding quite useful are their cousins, like Sperries below, which are often called "duck boots".&nbsp; They are lined in warm fleece and I fine them useful for casual errands when the annoying rain/snow mix is outside. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/why-would-i-need-rain-boots/page/2#post-2232493 Sun, 17 Oct 2021 13:26:17 +0000 hereforthecake 2232493@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I had the same thought for years. Then got a pair of new Hunter rain boots passed on to me and I wear them a lot! </p> <p>I wear them when we visit friends in the country, when it's muddy/messy but not yet snowing, when I'm gardening, when the snow thaws and I don't want to expose my good shoes.. </p> <p>Maybe it's because of the (Toronto) Canadian climate but I've been surprised how handy they are. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/why-would-i-need-rain-boots/page/2#post-2232243 Sat, 16 Oct 2021 09:53:31 +0000 Bijou 2232243@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The only time I wear rain boots is when gardening, so I can hose them down. I did wear them lots as a child for jumping and playing in puddles and streams and LOVED them for that. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/why-would-i-need-rain-boots/page/2#post-2232238 Sat, 16 Oct 2021 09:17:22 +0000 Anonymous 2232238@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>They are a great match! I'm personally on team "wear regular leather boots in the rain" but most of the time I go out it's to work, and I drive everywhere. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/why-would-i-need-rain-boots#post-2232202 Sat, 16 Oct 2021 01:23:52 +0000 Zaeobi 2232202@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I've often wondered the same thing - personally, I would rather buy a pair of waterproof leather or gore-tex boots that don't look like wellies, but that can do double duty in a smart casual look. I've even worn them in fields &amp; farms (albeit sometimes with those dashingly handsome (!) plastic covers over my shins, lol) &amp; they've held up OK (so long as I spray them beforehand). You do you! </p> <p>Edit: We literally just had typhoon weather &amp; I was OK in my boots. But I suppose my days of standing directly in mud are well behind me - until I can go home again, I guess! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/why-would-i-need-rain-boots#post-2231943 Thu, 14 Oct 2021 21:21:35 +0000 Preppy Pear 2231943@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yes on comfy lining. I have navy short Uggs with a shearling footbed - they are great. I thought I wanted the Hunter version which were more than double the price of the Uggs, but I liked the look. When I tried them both, the Uggs fit me better and felt like slippers, only rubber. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/why-would-i-need-rain-boots#post-2231939 Thu, 14 Oct 2021 21:03:01 +0000 Stagiaire Fash 2231939@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>PP, the Universe may be conspiring to get me to do exactly that—wear them to work &amp; leave them on all day. Today when I browsed a store that specializes in not-quite orthotic brands like Paul Green, Think!, Ecco, Waldläufer, etc, I noticed that they had short rain boots with Sherpa-like lining. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/why-would-i-need-rain-boots#post-2231933 Thu, 14 Oct 2021 20:22:20 +0000 Preppy Pear 2231933@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I get this. In my previous city, the puddles/mud were manageable in regular boots. Now where I live, that’s not always the case! It gets pretty sloppy, even on sidewalks. It seems like the water just sits on top of everything for longer, if that makes sense.<br /> On days I wear my rainboots to work, I generally keep them on all day. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/why-would-i-need-rain-boots#post-2231666 Wed, 13 Oct 2021 21:09:18 +0000 Stagiaire Fash 2231666@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>One day, I may have grandbabies who like playing in the muck (my son never did). We will let it squeeze between our toes on warm days, and wear rain lots when it’s chilly. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/why-would-i-need-rain-boots#post-2231660 Wed, 13 Oct 2021 20:59:36 +0000 CarolS 2231660@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sounds like a reasonable plan for your lifestyle! I probably would not have a pair if I did not have a yard/garden.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/why-would-i-need-rain-boots#post-2231658 Wed, 13 Oct 2021 20:49:52 +0000 Lesley 2231658@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sounds like you made up your mind... and it makes sense! </p> <p>I'm pro even though I only wear them a handful of times a year, because when you need them, you need them. However, I'm pro for a good-quality pair, because I still have my same ones from more than 20 years ago (alas no longer available, from back when Martha Stewart had a catalog!). I do have kids, so those trips to farms for apple picking and pumpkin picking, etc, I couldn't do without them, because you stand up to your ankles in mud. But those super rainy days I love that I can just step right into them for errands or walking the dog, whatever, they are the best. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/why-would-i-need-rain-boots#post-2231570 Wed, 13 Oct 2021 14:19:06 +0000 Stagiaire Fash 2231570@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks, everyone, for the comments. I’ve been taking them all in and considering the various uses, one by one. I’m not going to go through each person’s suggestion by name, because I’d wind up sounding hugely negative and probably unappreciative, even though I actually am really glad you helped me think this through! </p> <p>Here’s what I decided: I live in a city. The most water I have to trudge through at once is a puddle resulting from a clogged drain. I’m unlikely to foresee this well enough in advance to wear rain boots. Taking them along “just in case” also sounds unlike me. If I’m out hiking or camping, I probably would go in if the weather gets bad (or go barefoot if I have to run out of the tent to grab something. I don’t have a yard, or plan to have one in the future. If I’m going to the beach, it’s to swim. Our trash/compost/recycling containers are in a little paved area surrounded by a fence and shared with everyone else in the building; I put on my plastic slides when I need to run out there. </p> <p>So I think having the boots “just in case” would mostly be adding clutter. Enjoy all your activities, rainboot wearers! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/why-would-i-need-rain-boots#post-2231399 Tue, 12 Oct 2021 18:13:40 +0000 Synne 2231399@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I currently have five pairs of rain boots. Different colors and styles. I wear them when it rains or when the ground is wet. Sooo, about 250 days a year, lol. I don't live in an urban environment, so gravel, grass and deep puddles are the norm.</p> <p>I fought wearing wellies for the longest time. They are not elegant and I am not Kate Moss at some cool outdoor festival looking gorgeous. But I have accepted my real life and my real climate. And I dress for that. It has certainly done wonders for my style!</p> <p>I wouldn't opt for cheap and uncomfortable rain boots though. Whenever I've tried that I have ended up throwing them in the trash. Blisters, ugh. I don't own Hunters but mid priced good quality boots. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/why-would-i-need-rain-boots#post-2231395 Tue, 12 Oct 2021 17:15:08 +0000 Anonymous 2231395@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I had a pair of Hunters that I wore out. Now I am wearing Boggs but they are not the best for a lot of walking. Currently scoping out Vans. I wear this style of boot in spring, fall and winter. Changing over to Sorels in winter for freezing temps.</p> <p><a href="https://www.vans.com/shop/surf-supply-colfax-boot-ainara-aymat-pomegranate" rel="nofollow">https://www.vans.com/shop/surf.....omegranate</a> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/why-would-i-need-rain-boots#post-2231318 Tue, 12 Oct 2021 12:49:29 +0000 Stagiaire Fash 2231318@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Preppy Pear and Helena, where / for what activities do you wear them? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/why-would-i-need-rain-boots#post-2231307 Tue, 12 Oct 2021 12:27:28 +0000 Helena 2231307@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Essential for me in spring when things are snowy and slushy and mucky and rainy all at once! I don't wear them often, but then, I've had the same pair of Hunters for years and don't think they'll ever need replacing. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/why-would-i-need-rain-boots#post-2231305 Tue, 12 Oct 2021 12:22:11 +0000 lyn67 2231305@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I don't have, as the cheep ones are not a great fit for me (we have Lidl, too) and cannot walk comfy and long in them but my DD has a pair for downpouring festival wear. Wow Katherina love those with laces from&nbsp; ilsejacobsen!! (Angie has some wellies, too-if can remember well?). </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/why-would-i-need-rain-boots#post-2231301 Tue, 12 Oct 2021 12:07:46 +0000 Preppy Pear 2231301@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>There’s rain, and then there is a deluge…I do have water resistant “regular” boots but every once in a while, the sky opens up around here and I need the real deal for the pools and mud.<br /> I’d make sure they are reasonably comfy! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/why-would-i-need-rain-boots#post-2231279 Tue, 12 Oct 2021 08:18:48 +0000 Star (Lise) 2231279@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have a similar cheapo pair and I wear them if I am going for a walk on a very rain day.&nbsp; Easy to clean off any mud and don't get any damage from the wet.&nbsp; &nbsp;Mine are actually really comfortable with thick-ish socks and seem to be wearing like iron.&nbsp; They could be useful in rainy Berlin. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/why-would-i-need-rain-boots#post-2231276 Tue, 12 Oct 2021 06:41:31 +0000 Katerina 2231276@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have two pairs of rubber boots, both from Ilse Jacobsen (Danish). A long pair with laces I bought more than 15 years ago - these are worn rather seldom, but lasted beautifully, no disintegration whatsoever. My other pair is a short pair, type Chelsea boots, with warm fleece lining and some leather details on the shaft. These are frequently worn in the late autumn or mild winter. We get a lot of rain and they are practical. Have had them ca 5 years. Good for walking to work, where I change to other shoes. I enclose a link, if you want to look at her website: <a href="https://www.ilsejacobsen.com/se/en/rubber-boots/accessories/#menu" rel="nofollow">https://www.ilsejacobsen.com/s.....ries/#menu</a> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/why-would-i-need-rain-boots#post-2231274 Tue, 12 Oct 2021 06:20:28 +0000 lozz_oz 2231274@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I’ve just ordered a Hush Puppies pair that were heavily discounted. They have a removable insole so hopefully my orthotics will fit them and be comfortable. I plan to use mine for working in my garden. I chose the funky leopard print so in case I go head over turkey, someone will find me </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/why-would-i-need-rain-boots#post-2231248 Tue, 12 Oct 2021 03:44:47 +0000 Suz 2231248@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I don't own dedicated rain boots. But it really depends on your climate/ lifestyle. In my former climate, there were simply not enough wet cool days to require a dedicated rain boot -- a waterproof winter boot or a waterproof shoe/ sandal worked better. Where I live now, I could see adding a rainboot for the garden. But for hiking, I wear my goretex trail runners or hiking boots. For in town, I have waterproof leather. So, really, no serious need for them.&nbsp;</p> <p>If I were on muddy sports fields or walking a dog through muck, I'd definitely get a pair.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/why-would-i-need-rain-boots#post-2231244 Tue, 12 Oct 2021 02:32:37 +0000 L'Abeille 2231244@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have an inexpensive pair of Chelsea style rain boots, much like yours but the gusset is plain black. My four season climate and semirural lifestyle means it makes sense for me to own several pairs of rain boots (in addition to all the snow boots), but these are the pair that get all the compliments and all the envy.</p> <p>They are very waterproof and therefore my feet can get really sweaty if I wear them for long. But less so than a full length wellie, because of the short height.</p> <p>All the things LaPed said. I also wear them to walk on the beach when it's no longer sandal weather; to the car if there is heavy dew or rain on the grass; to work if light rain is expected and I plan to walk to the hospital at lunch.</p> <p>I've also ruined a really nice pair of leather loafers when I was caught in a freak downpour. I queried whether I should have carried them and gone barefoot... but no, I wear shoes to protect my feet, not vice versa. So I now lean harder in the direction of practical footwear.</p> <p>Anyway. Your lifestyle is much more urban than mine, and YMMV, but you just might be really glad you have them. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/why-would-i-need-rain-boots#post-2231219 Tue, 12 Oct 2021 00:45:52 +0000 Sal 2231219@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have a pair of rainboots/gumboots that are about 10 years old - I got farming ones after a couple of pairs of cheaper ones not lasting.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>I wear mine in the garden and for rugby/football watching, where I live is wet rather than cold.&nbsp; I rarely walk very far in them, and I wouldn't choose them for city walking. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/why-would-i-need-rain-boots#post-2231214 Tue, 12 Oct 2021 00:17:42 +0000 N 2231214@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>SF I'll wear them with thick socks in the snow and I won't be out in the snow long. Longest would be the 7 min walk to the train station. Though will likely take longer in the snow. I'm wanting them for basically anytime I would wear regular boots because we get lots of snow in winter and like we also get typhoons and tropical rains too and you'd get drenched in anything other than rainwear (I don't think leather would hold up even if I did buy it). I'm also thinking of buying some ballerina style shoes in a rainboot material for the same reason (summer rain). Yeah we have quite some weather to contend with here haha. Trying to look fashionable at the same time has its challenges!</p> <p>DonnaF I really like those! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/why-would-i-need-rain-boots#post-2231212 Tue, 12 Oct 2021 00:00:08 +0000 CarolS 2231212@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I can see why those tempt you! I don't find rain boots comfortable for walking (I may just never have tried the right ones?). I have a very plain pair I wear in the yard/garden when it is muddy. And I have a pair of warm waterproof Keen boots I wear for walking in snowy/melting conditions in the spring. Otherwise I wear regular shoes. Sometimes a pair of older shoes gets relegated to being the pair I'll wear out in wet conditions. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/why-would-i-need-rain-boots#post-2231210 Mon, 11 Oct 2021 23:51:19 +0000 DonnaF 2231210@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>California has been in a major drought for a number of years. Just before the last one, I picked up an inexpensive pair at Target. And just before the current one I bought these which I think are called Fog Boots. I need boots to traverse puddles which are sometimes too big to jump over. Storm drains often get clogged with leaves. So I got the boots for the thick soles; not sure that I can depend on the seams. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/why-would-i-need-rain-boots#post-2231208 Mon, 11 Oct 2021 23:34:44 +0000 LaPed 2231208@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The closest thing I have to rain boots is a pair of Bogs. They're ideal when the mud/slush is deep, or for yard/garden work when it's very dewy. And because they slip on they're nice for quick trips outside: bringing in firewood, taking out the compost, etc. They rarely leave home; my regular leather chelsea boots do a fine job in rainy conditions and are nicer for walking longer distances. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/why-would-i-need-rain-boots#post-2231207 Mon, 11 Oct 2021 23:26:19 +0000 kkards 2231207@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I own a pair of rain boots and honestly I don’t wear them a lot…if I’m really on the go, i prefer waterproof “real” boots and sneakers, I’ve found the rain boots not that comfortable. YMMV </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/why-would-i-need-rain-boots#post-2231205 Mon, 11 Oct 2021 23:15:49 +0000 Stagiaire Fash 2231205@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>N, those suit your new direction. Since they’re rain boots, will they be warm enough in the snow? Also, I’m a little jealous of places that actually get snow in the winter. This year we got the first since we moved here over 3 years ago.<br /> My walking is generally on sidewalks. There are occasional puddles to jump, but it’s not like I’m out there fording streams. </p>