Best Winter Boots 2014

While New York’s strangely warm October weather may make you forget the obvious, a quick look at the calendar confirm what we’ve all dreaded: winter is coming. The rink at Rockefeller Center is already open for business and street vendors are building their pine tree structures (why?!), and we know that one of these days wearing a jacket out of the house isn’t going to be optional. Before the snow comes and ruins all our hopes of wearing good shoes, here are some of the best winter boots to keep your toes warm in November and show off your foot style before the snow buries all our fashion dreams.

Youth Crystal Embellished Boot by Jimmy Choo 

Biker boots have been everywhere this fall! These Choos look feminine with bright crystals and two stylish straps. Rubber soles add pretty decent traction for those inevitably icy days. $1295, BergdorfGoodman.com

Shearling Pull On Boots by Marni

Uggs are not happening out of the house this year. Opt for these super cozy shearling boots made from dyed lambs wool. You definitely don’t want these to get matted in the snow, so be sure to get your November comfort in. $1760, Barneys.com

Neta Boots by Isabel Marant 

Heeled boots just aren’t going to happen when the sidewalk is salted and iced over. But these rabbit fur, leather and suede beauties are the perfect boots to be thankful for in November. $1435, Barneys.com

Maud Leather Knee-high Boots by Gucci

These are the ultimate casual mid-Autumn boots! Wear them with jeans or even yoga pants and your outfit easily looks more put together. $1100, SaksFifthAvenue.com

Brunchilee Scrunched Suede Knee Boot by Manolo Blahnik

This season is all about extremes– mini booties or extra long and high boots. Made in Italy, these suede boots are super chick and the stacked heel adds a nice height without overwhelming the tall boot. $1395, NeimanMarcus.com