There is no doubt that a boot like the Merrell Puffin Frost will keep you warm. Full grain leather uppers paired with wool trimmed collar and a thick Primaloft/Polartec insulated lining ensure that the Merrell Puffin Frost is among the heartiest winter boots. But I’m here today to talk about how they look.

Merrell Puffin Frost

There are two schools of winter boot wearers. Ones that want their winter footwear to look as much like regular footwear as possible, thus denying or disguising the fact that it is winter. And then there is the other type, those that embrace the winter boot for what it is….a hearty winter boot. There is nothing more darling than a woman in a woolly hat and mittens! Perhaps some women don’t understand this allure they have. Well, it is the same with the winter boot– a giant furry or rugged boot has its own charm. What do you think that UGG boot trend is all about?!

Back to the Puffin Frost: this boot makes no apologies for being a winter boot. It’s got boho charm…the sturdy leather uppers include hand stitching, woolly trim, and rustic buttons. The Merrell Puffin Frost looks like it could be a traditional boot from a people in the Arctic circle…but then you come to the sole. The upper edge of the sole is white, which is a lovely juxtaposition with the rustic uppers. The rubbery flexibility of the base will help you grip the ground on those slick or icy days, and the sole extends up far enough that wet won’t even be an issue. Easy pull-on pull-off makes the Merrell Puffin Frost convenient…and the Puffin Frost has a chic folkloric look that sets it apart from your everyday functional winter boots.

Whether you’re hiking in Wales or simply trying to leave your house in the dark winter months, take the warm and charming Merrell Puffin Frost with you too. And don’t forget your woolen hat!

I really like the Caterpillar Harding’s simple, clean profile especially in Honey yellow. Men’s Caterpillar Harding is a classic chukka 8-eye boot in a style which for years has been at the forefront of favourites amongst men the world over. Why is that? With Cat Technology you get a boot that is durable with components like premium quality leathers but with athletic high technology shoe comfort. Anything else to be said for them? Shock-absorbing footbed and padded collar with durable, long lasting outer soles give this Caterpillar Harding chukka boot comfortable wear. With Goodyear welted construction this boot will last you for years.

So what’s the verdict? Take a long look, then study the evidence. Convinced? – then I strongly recommend you take a step in the Harding direction!

Caterpillar Harding

• Round toe chukka style Caterpillar boot with padded collar
• Goodyear welted rubber sole with removable moulded insole
• Leather uppers with contrast stitch detail
• Lace up fastening with four eyelet detail