Wednesday, September 19, 2012

Leather Studded Kiss in the Snow: Spikes on Flat Boots for Colder Weather

In my part of Canada, fall and winter can be pretty treacherous going. Flat boots might be the safest way to get through the elements, but they don't have to be the dullest. Check out these spiked leather boots as alternatives to the drab world of cold weather footwear.
To Be Announced from SoulStruck Leather upper and lining, synthetic sole.
The motorcycle boot never goes out of style. This ankle boot from SoulStruck has conical spikes to keep your edgey look throughout the colder months.
Tallberg by Aldo Leather upper, synthetic sole.
A less expensive version of the previous boot, this motorcycle boot from Aldo is higher -- perfect for deep snow. Its spikes are shorter, but the multi-colours will match anything.
Steve Madden Tropador Leather upper material.
Even higher is the Tropador boot from Steve Madden. The profile here is much more delicate, and the lace-ups are fashionable, if possibly a bit impractical for really bad weather.

Studded Ryder boot from Free People Leather upper, rubber sole.
The Studded Ryder boot combines straps and buckles with spikes just above the ankle for a seriously trendy take on colder weather footwear.

Jeffrey Campbell Seattle Love Leather upper and lining with a rubber sole.
I saved my favourite -- and the most expensive -- for last. These Jeffrey Campbells don't mess around. The conical spikes and grungey bunching mean seriously fashionable business. They're also the tallest boot on the list, and the laces look hardcore enough to stand up to snow.
As long as rust isn't an issue, these spiked flat boots are winning me over for fall and winter. What do you think?


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