5 Pairs of Boots You Need Right Now

This winter, there’ll be no more switching out your footwear at the office or cramming your wingtips into uncomfortable galoshes. Instead, you’ll tie up a single pair of boots in the morning, and go on to conquer both slushy sidewalks and the boardroom in one fell swoop.

1. Hiking

Far more refined than your typical mountain-ready clunkers, these dressed-up hikers will give an athletic edge to a pair of heavy tweed trousers. (Tommy Hilfiger, $120)

2. Work

Timberland gave their 6-inch boots an ultramodern makeover, decking out the iconic silhouette in supremely tough, indisputably badass Helcor carbon fiber. (Timberland, $200)

3. Lined

When it really hits the fan weather-wise, you’ll rest easier knowing you’ve got a pair of these waterproof, wool-lined heavyweights in your closet. (ECCO, $275)

4. Cap-toe

With old-school looks and a subtle mix of tonal leathers, this is the pair you want for a big night on the town. (Ben Sherman, $280)

5. Dress

That supple suede outer won’t do you much good once the slush and salt hit the sidewalks, but they’ll look damn good with a navy suit all autumn long. (Banana Republic, $200)