Warm, grippy, comfortable boots

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I’m after some boots matching the description above that are a little more stylish than walking boots.

I know there will be lots of recommendations for dr martens but I have wide, weird feet and I’m too worried about them needing to be worn in but still being uncomfortable and it being an expensive waste!

Thank you in advance!

@FruitWordSalad @TMMC1 Thank you for the Mammal recommendation. Never heard of them before. They look amazing! How waterproof are they?

Never had an issue with them not being waterproof. I don’t think they are “gortex” but I wear them in all weathers happily and successively. And all day everyday year on year in winter. The only time I don’t is if I expect a really muddy walk

I also have wide weird feet - well, wideish at the front but the real issue is that they are not tapered like most toeboxes are - my little toes are almost the same length as my big ones.

I am always searching for boots that fit. I have had some success with Moshulu Skerry Waxy chelsea boots, and Blundstones are nice and non-tapered. I just bought some heel lifts to put in my Blundstones as they are a little too flat for comfort.

I am eyeing up Birkenstock Brysons, which look wonderfully wide, but will need a little heel lift.

I'm off to investigate all the suggestions on this thread!

The fur lined DMs don't need to be worn in. I have these and they were comfy from day 1

They are also warm and grippy ☺️

https://www.drmartens.com/uk/engb/2976-alyson-dms-wintergrip-brown-chelsea-boots-brown/p/24017201

Yes I walked to work half an hour in the ice yesterday and no problems (icy pavements). I haven’t them noticed not being grippy. I wouldn’t expect them to be fully waterproof though eg for trudging through snow.

grenson Nanette boots

If anyone is after a budget option, I recommend the Aldi walking boots. I wore them for 2 walking holidays and a seriously snowy hill walk. They were comfy from day one, waterproof and not too heavy.

As a budget option you can't beat Softlites from Shoezone.

There are a few styles in both ankle and calf length, most are fur-lined and they are very grippy.

All for under £20 a pair! I have four different styles now, my oldest are 5 years old and still going strong. 🙂

These are warm, comfortable and grippy. I’ve got wide feet and have had bunion ops and these boots are the best. I get compliments every time I wear them - which is often this time of year. Mine are cream version.
https://www.charlesclinkard.co.uk/women-c1/boots-c3/lacey-womens-ankle-boots-p51979#attribute%5B1%5D=39202

I got these from next. Are ace

No, I didn't! Wrong boots. These ones which you can wear with skirts as well as seen.

Not warm or trendy but I rely on my Hotter GTX sole trainer-shoes in winter. Very grippy and come in a wide fit.

i was looking at Sorels for my mum who is not sure on her feet in icy weather. I’ve heard good things.

I can attest to finding Sorel boots super comfortable and I also find their waterproofing to be very reliable. Meanwhile, one of the reasons they fit me so well is because I have narrow feet. Perhaps read reviews on each style on Amazon before committing. They’re pretty expensive and their sizing can be erratic also.

@RyanFudgingMurphy Just look at the grip underneath… the ones above are great. The rubber-soled boots are also fab. The sneaker-style soles (Out & About) aren’t that fabulous. Tbh, make sure they specifically say that they are for snow and ice as they also make waterproof autumn boots.

I recommend Skechers relaxed fit. I have an annoying problem with my toes feeling squashed together but wide fit are too wide. I find the relaxed fit works perfectly on me. They don’t have my exact pair now, but something like this - deals on at the moment. These are just in a tiny size, but gives you an idea.

https://www.skechers.co.uk/waterproof-relaxed-fit-trego/167431BLK.html

I have some Sorely boots which are useless in ice but excellent in snow, maybe yours are more for snow?

Lanx, specifically the ones with a '365 Vibram' sole. https://lanxshoes.com/collections/womens-365-collection

I got these, and they're perfect winter boots, incredibly warm, good support, good traction, also exactly true to size (when wearing a warm but not too thick sock). A bit stiff to put on initially, but much easier now I've worn them in. www.merrell.com/UK/en_GB/thermo-snow-grip-mid-waterproof/60656W.html

Chunky soled Chelsea boots are great as they just slip on. I also have some brown ankle boots from Hotter a few years ago (yes I know!) which are slightly bikerish with straps, fit like slippers but are grippy on the sole. Closest I can find now is these.

https://www.next.co.uk/style/su882597/v17505

I really l like these
https://www.keenfootwear.co.uk/products/womens-greta-boot-ii-waterproof-black

I love the mammal boots linked up thread but not sure how suitable they'd be for wet UK winters. I found when i was looking a lot of things marketed as snow boots wouldn't really handle wet slushy snow very well.

These Sole Bliss boots are fantastic! https://solebliss.com/products/venture-black-leather-shearling

These are the best! https://www.ugg.com/uk/adirondack-boot-xxv/1170591.html?dwvar_1170591_color=CHE

I have these, they’re Cabotswood Wincanton 2 chestnut equestrian boots. They are a bit horsey, but they’re incredibly comfortable, waterproof, great grip and they look good with a dress.

Any sort of equestrian/country boot will fit the bill. I have a pair of Dublin boots for taking DD to her riding lessons and cold or wet weather. They don’t make the exact pair I’ve got anymore, but any of these would do the same job.

https://gsequestrian.co.uk/collections/dublin?sort_by=best-selling&filter.p.m.product.product_category=Country+Boots&filter.v.availability=1

Thank you all for the great suggestions. Lots I’d never heard of.

I like equestrian style boots but I feel so silly in them! They look fab on other people, I just feel like I’m playing fancy dress when I wear them