• Carlos Santana Heels - with Ruffled Vamps
• Faux Fur Boots - with Pom Poms
• Vivienne Westwood Boots - Pirate-Style
• Nicole Shoes - Pretty Ballet Flats
• Dolce Vita Boots - with Sky-High Heels

You may not need anything as extreme as the heated boots I mentioned the other day, but spend a lot of time in extremely cold or wintery conditions, snow boots are still a good idea.

Today there is a staggering array of men's snow boots available, including styles that are rated for extreme temperatures, waterproof boots, and boots that will help stabilize you on ice and snow. If your feet are in need of any of these features, you may want to have a look at some of these men's snow boots.

Pictured: Salomon 'Snowtrip TS WP' (Buy Direct)
Image Courtesy of Zappos.com

I know a lot of people really dislike the idea of giving gift cards and gift certificates, but I quite like it. And the idea is an especially good one when the gift card can be exchanged for something the recipient really loves or wants, but might be better off buying for themselves ... like shoes.

These days you can buy gift certificates and gift cards for just about anything, and of course, shoes are no exception. So, I've assembled a list of some of my favorite online shoe stores that offer shoe gift cards and certificates. From athletic shoes to designer and discount footwear, there's something on the list for just about everyone.

I don't have a story about how I had to walk four miles to school in the snow as a child, because I didn't. But I did have to wait for the bus, and sometimes it was really, really cold. I remember actually wishing my boots had heaters in them.

Guess what?

You can now buy boots with heaters in them.

The "Columbia "Bugathermo" has a built-in heating system that will keep your feet warm for up to eight hours, depending on which of the three settings you choose. The heated boots are rated to -25 degrees F (-32 C), and feature rechargeable battery packs. If it's heated boots for women that you're after, then you may want to check out the Columbia "Snow Hottie."