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Winter Boots for Women

Women's Top Winter Boots for 2011

By , About.com Guide

There's lots of faux fur, lace-up fronts, and suede uppers among the season's hottest winter boots, so there's lots to be excited about. Below are casual winter boots for women that will make you wish it would snow year-round.

When you're done looking over the list, you may want to check out readers' feedback on which brands make the warmest winter boots or share your own thoughts on the matter.

The North Face Winter Boots - 'Nuptse Faux Fur IV'

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There's no reason you can't be cute and warm this winter, and these North Face boots accomplish both. As well as being 100% adorable, these 'Nuptse Faux Fur IV' winter boots have faux fur trim, 600 fill down insulation, faux fur linings and water-repellant uppers. Available in ivory, black, brown, and brown and white plaid, these mid-calf boots have lace-up fronts.

For other sweet styles, be sure to check out my top picks in Cute Winter Boots and Snow Boots for women.

Timberland Earthkeepers 'Granby' - Tall Winter Boots for Women

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Ideal for those cold days when you still want a healthy dose of casual style, these tall winter boots from Timberland feature lace-up fronts, faux fur linings, and rich suede uppers. Offered in black and brown, these boots would be great with leggings, jeans or casual skirts and tights.

Columbia Winter Boots for Women - 'BUGABOOT™ Plus XTM'

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The newest version of the beloved Bugaboot™, these women's winter boots feature waterproof leather and ballistic mesh uppers, 600g insulation, and soles enhanced for traction on wintery surfaces. In short, these boots are built to stand up to extreme winter conditions. But don't let all of those practical features fool you, these boots are so popular because they're also loaded with personality and sporty style. Available in turtle dove with metallic silver trim, or black with enamel blue trim, these boots have 8" shafts that will extend well above the ankle.

Sorel Winter Boots - "Joan of Arctic"

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I've admired these boots for quite a while because they're ultra-cute, while still being extremely practical. Rated to -25 degrees Fahrenheit, these sporty wonders come in tan, gray, brown and black, and the faux fur collars add a fun touch to all three versions.

Tecnica 'Moon Boots Vinil' - Classic Winter Boots get an Update

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Most of you are probably familiar with Tecnica's iconic "Moon Boot," but you may not be aware of the fact that there are actually several variations on this classic winter boot. There are tartan and rainbow versions, there's a shorter style, one called the "puddle jumper," and even a suede version. But one of my favorites is this glossy "Vinil" Moon Boot.

Available in lots of shiny colors, including black, red, purple, violet and white, these boots feature 15" tall shafts made from vinyl to keep your feet dry; and soft, fabric linings to keep them dry.

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