With fall in full swing, it’s hard not to think about footwear. Summer sandals and adorable flats must be put aside (or worn with socks, and let’s face it, you don’t want to be the socks-with-sandals lady, do you?) The answer to fall’s footwear conundrum is, of course, the boot. We featured riding boots in our October issue, but maybe you’re not the crop and bridle type. And the fact is, a stylized leather riding boot that you can wear to the office might not do for walking the dog on the weekend.
No matter how fashionable you are, with the arrival of cooler weather comes a need for solid, outdoor footwear. You want something you can rock while raking leaves, wrapping burlap around your bushes, and yes, walking that dog. And if you’re stylish, you want something that won’t make you look like a frump. Here, a few good options:
1. Dubarry of Ireland’s Country Boots
Dubarry offers wateproof, breathable leather boots in a variety of styles and colours. They’re casual and fashionable at the same time. The Galway Boot (shown) costs $439.00 Buy online at www.dubarry.ca or visit one of the following local stores that carries the brand:
- Covet + Crave, 789 King Street West, Toronto, 416-860-9898
- The Sign of the Skier, 2794 Yonge Street, Toronto, 416-488-2118
- Sporting Life, 2665 Yonge Street, Toronto, 416-485-1611
2. Greenhawk Harness & Equestrian Supplies’ Rubber Boots
Did you know you could get an all-rubber riding boot that looks like leather but offers all the ease of a rain boot (wellington or galosh)? You can. Do as the jockeys do and check out the Auken II Riding Boot, make of 100% rubber. It’s 100% stylish. Visit www.greenhawk.net or:
- Greenhawk, 1950 Avenue Rd., Toronto, 416-782-9598
3. La Canadienne’s Annabelle Boot
Keep your tootsies toasty in this adorable, casual option that also happens to be made in Canada. The boot comes in black or camel nubuck with genuine shearling. It’s weatherproof, and has a roll-down collar and a wool liner, so it’s perfect for fall, and for the winter months to come.Visit www.lacanadienne.ca or check out the brand’s options at any of the following:
- Harry Young Shoes, 1421 Yonge St., Toronto, 416-924-4431
- Eye On Fashion, 9665 Bayview Ave #12, Richmond Hill, 905-780-9098
- Feet First, Promenade Shopping Centre, 1 Promenade Centre, Thornhill, 905-707-6274
