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Cute Winter Boots

2012's Cutest Snow and Winter Boots for Women

By , About.com Guide

Cute winter boots and snow boots are essential items for women who live in cold climates, and still want to look their best. Here are some of the cutest boots you'll probably come across in 2012; I know they're some of the cutest styles I've seen in a while.

Koolaburra 'Haley' - Cute Fringed Boots for Women

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Topped with shearling collars, and decorated with suede fringe, these adorable winter boots have sheepskin interiors to protect you on cold, windy days. They come in gray, black, sand, brown and eggplant, and to be honest, I don't think I could possibly choose a favorite. And any of them would be adorable with leggings or jeans.

Tecnica 'Moon Boot' - Iconic Winter Boots for Women

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With nylon uppers and top ties to protect your feet and legs from the elements, Tecnica's 'Moon Boots' have to be one of the cutest styles around -- and they've been on my wish list for quite a while now. Available in a wide array of colors, these iconic boots are reasonably-priced at $100.

If you don't mind dropping $30 more, you can score them in iridescent silver or pearl.

Cute Snow Boots for Women - DC 'Chalet Suede'

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There have been several different versions of DC Shoes' 'Chalet' winter boots, and every one of them has been adorable; but, I'm not sure any of them have been cuter than this latest version. Packed with plenty of practical features like insulated interiors and gripping outsoles, what really sets these snow boots apart is their suede uppers and fluffy collars. Available in gray and tan, these winter boots have 12.5" tall shafts.

Cute UGG Boots - UGG Australia Sheepskin Cuff Boots

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Of course, it wouldn't be a complete list of cute winter boots without at least one pair from UGG Australia, and you know me, I couldn't resist the ones with the ultra-fluffy collars. Offered in sand and black, these women's boots have mongolian sheep hair trim and sheepskin linings that wick away moisture, and help to keep you warm and cozy.

Shiekh 'Koala 02' - Knit Winter Boots with Faux Fur Collars

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These boots are so cute, and unbelievably affordable, that I purchased a pair the first time I saw them, which was actually last spring. Why, you might ask, would I be purchasing winter boots in spring?

Well, there's a few reasons. First off, I'd been wanting a pair of short knit boots for a while, since they're so cute for lazy days. I'm also a sucker for faux fur collars, and I'm obsessed with white, casual, winter boots. Then, I saw the price, which, at the time, was just under $45 per pair. At the time this article was written, these boots are actually even cheaper, at just under $35 per pair.

If you need a pair of adorable and affordable winter boots, you may want to give them a look, and if you don't share my passion for white, don't worry, they also come in gray, brown, black and purple.

Skechers 'Grand Jams Fur' - Cute Winter Boots with Faux Fur Trim

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Various styles of Skechers 'Grand Jams' boots have been around for several years, and I've been waiting for a version that had black uppers with lighter trim. They're finally here in the form of the "Fur." Also available in taupe, these winter boots have lush suede uppers, and shafts that are just over 13.5" tall, these boots should keep you plenty warm and dry on wet or chilly days.

'Sneaker Hoodie' - Cute and Casual Nike Boots

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As comfortable as your favorite sneakers, and lined with enough faux shearling to keep the chill out, these adorable Nike boots offer a great way to stay casually stylish this winter.

Available in tan or black, these women's boots feature full back zippers and wide, slouchy shafts, so they're perfect for tucking in your favorite jeans or leggings.

Australia Luxe 'Short Nomad' - Short Sheepskin Boots

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It's the color and the height of these boots that caught my eye, but these boots are definitely more than just eye-candy; they're quite functional as well. With double-faced sheepskin uppers and fuzzy, wool linings, these shortie boots come in chestnut, black, navy and grape.

'Joan of Arctic' - Sorel's Popular Winter Boots

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This version of Sorel's popular 'Joan of Arctic' boot is every bit as cute and functional as its predecessors. Available in five fantastic color combinations, these boots have faux fur cuffs, waterproof construction, and removable felt innerboots. They're temperature rated to -25 degrees Fahrenheit, and they're sure to get a lot of attention.

Cute and Affordable Winter Boots - Jellypop 'Ketchup'

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Cute and affordable, these winter boots feature faux fur trim and pompom accents. Available in black or white, these boots have decorative front lacing, and partial side zippers -- this means they're playing well into the lace-up boot trend, but they're still easy to pull on and off.

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