Boot Bonanza

The cold months are among us and snow will soon be falling. Winter is no excuse

to be unfashionable. There are so many great trends and styles that will not only keep you

warm but looking great! One of our favorite winter trends is BOOTS!

There are so many different kinds of boots: riding boots, mid-calf boots, ankle

boots, winter boots, and comfy boots. The list could go on. The great thing about the

wide variety of styles, heights and colors of boots are the ability we have to dress them up

or down.

Riding boots were all the rage last fall and are still popular today. They

look great worn casually with a pair of jeans and are easily dressed up with

leggings or tights. Most brands create boots in stereotypical fall and winter

colors such as browns, blacks and greys, but brands like UGG create a

vintage, worn look brightening up the browns.

As we begin the 2013 winter season, the new trend this season is mid-calf and

ankle boots. These boots look great with a pair of jeans and great with leggings or tights.

This height of boot also elongates your legs making you look tall and

lean. Brands like Earthies embellished a pair of flat ankle boots with

studs, while Fly London uses both suede and leather, along

with their trademark rubber heel.

UGG will forever be known for their amazingly warm

and comfortable boots, slippers and moccasins. These shoes have

become casual winter staples for many women. Though there

really is no way to dress up a slipper or moccasin, they look great

with a pair of jeans or leggings and an oversized sweater.

Snow is unavoidable in the Midwest. When the white, fluffy stuff hits the ground,

it’s important to stay dry. Brands like Sorel, Toe Warmers and Blondo do a great job of

not only looking great, but keeping your feet warm and dry due to their waterproofed

materials. Sorel specializes in fashionable cold weather footwear. Their insulated,

waterproof footwear will keep you warm, while their beautiful leathers will keep you on

the forefront of fashion. Blondo footwear uses multiple technologies to ensure maximum

comfort, without compromising style. Their entire line of footwear is made with

AquaProtect technology, making every single piece of footwear they produce waterproof.

Blondo’s sturdy rubber soles and removable insoles will provide maximum comfort. So

whether you’re hiking on trails enjoying the winter scenery, or shoveling your driveway,

we have the boots to do the job!

Scarves, hats, and mittens are all excellent winter accessories. We have a wide

variety of these pieces to choose from to match with your new boots. But an overlooked

accessory for this time of year is socks. Smartwool, made of merino wool, come in an

assortment of heights, designs and colors for all of your wardrobe needs. Most commonly

worn with leggings, Smartwool looks great under a pair of boots peaking out at the top of

the shaft. Smartwool not only works in a fashionable manner, but also keep your toes

toasty warm when skiing, hiking or during other outdoor activities.

Boots can take a lot of wear and tear in the winter months due to salt and snow.

Condition and protector the leather with Stan’s protector and conditioner! Both are

formulated to protect not only leather, but suede, nubuck, and

canvas. Stan’s Cleaner and Conditioner keep your boots looking

newer, longer and condition in one simple step. Stan’s Footwear

Protector protects against water, salt and stains by repelling dirt

and water while retaining the natural feel of the leather. Both

should be a staple for all your footwear this winter!