10 Waterproof Shoes You Can Wear to the Office
Office clothes and rain don’t usually work together. But at this point, office clothes and 2020 don’t even work together. So, what can ya do?
During the fall and winter, your everyday shoes need to have the double duty of both looking great and keeping rain and cold out. Nobody wants to feel forced to carry around an extra pair of shoes or sacrifice style their style in any way. At the same time, absolutely no one also wants to get into the office with their feet soaked in city rain. We’ve all been there at least once or twice, and it’s not a fun time.
To make rainy commutes (when they can happen again) a bit less stressful and a lot more efficient, we pulled these 10 waterproof, work-appropriate shoes that will help, rather than hinder, your fall/winter office attire.
1. SOREL Madson™ II Chukka Waterproof Boot
BEST CHUKKA BOOT
Behold: a chukka boot you’ll never have to chukka into the garbage. This beauty from SOREL looks professional enough to rock at your 9 am meeting but has the ability to take on the most unprofessional of environments like rain, snow and sleet. Therefore, you can stomp through the soggy city streets and never worry about getting your socks wet. Style’s no big deal either, which is completely obvious — but neither is comfort due to this chukka’s EVA footbed. These boots really were made for walking, so that is just what they’ll do.
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2. Adadila Men’s Classic Lace Loafer
BEST LOAFER
If you need an office shoe for warmer, early fall rains, or even last-minute summer vacations to the beach, these breathable slip-on loafers from Adadila are a great option. They have the style of a classic penny loafer, but can unexpectedly go everywhere a rain boot can without getting ruined. Navy ain’t your style? No worries, these babies come in a few colors, so one will surely and effortlessly match your wardrobe.
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3. Bogs Sauvie Slip-On Boot
BEST RAIN BOOTS
If you’re the type that likes to rock their rainboots all day, do it in these slip-on boots from Bogs. They copy the Chelsea boot style, so they’re readily wearable no matter your office setting. Never fear slipping up in the streets again, these waterproof slip-ons are totally sturdy and will never have you slipping down the subway stairs again. The best part (aside from the waterproofness) is that the cushion is made to fight odors, so no unwanted scents will ever seep into your footbed.
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4. Rockport Northfield Oxford
BEST OXFORD
These Rockport Oxfords can easily be worked into your office attire given the fact that well, they’re oxfords. Because they have a slightly more rugged look to them, we love them because they sort of take the classic office shoe to a more fresh and totally much more cool realm. They feature Hydro-Shield waterproofing, a removable shock-absorbent underfoot cushioning, and a durable rubber outsole that provides real grip. Slipping in the rain? We don’t know her.
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5. Allbirds Wool Runner Mizzles
BEST ECO-FRIENDLY
Although you might not be able to get away wearing these in any office environment, if you can rock a pair of sneaks to work, we completely suggest you give the Allbirds Wool Runner Mizzles a shot. They’re soft, cozy and breathable, but also offer what Allbirds calls a Puddle Guard™, which is wool treated with a fluorine-free water repellent coating. The best part of all is that these bad boys are sweet to our planet because they’re made with natural rubbers and the world’s first carbon-negative green EVA.
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6. Nunn Bush Nantucket Oxford
MOST PROFESSIONAL
While this is our second pair of oxfords on the list, we couldn’t rule these handsome devils out. They’re a dapper pair crafted to look sleek enough for high-end office meetings and ballroom banquets alike while including a fully waterproof leather upper to ensure that no raindrops will make their way in. They have the perfect amount of shine and look like a million bucks, even though they’re just under $70. Three words: what a steal!
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7. L.L.Bean Stonington Boots
BEST RUGGED
A masculine, waterproof look you can sport in the office? Hell yeah. The Stonington boots are a worn-looking, rugged pair of waterproof leather boots that mock the comfort and flexibility of your favorite sneaker. While we do not suggest you run in these (you might break an ankle) we can assure you that they’ll look tough on the floors of your office. They tie together well with your favorite pair of rolled jeans and a handsome, semi-casual button-down shirt.
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8. GEOX Calarossa 1 Boat Shoe
BEST BOAT SHOE
We’re assuming your office isn’t on a yacht drifting along the Mediterranean ocean, but hey, we can pretend, right? Rock the classic boat shoe look on hotter workdays when the humidity is at its peak and the rain won’t stop falling. They’re super breathable and made with a waterproof membrane, so moisture made by the sky and even your own feet will stay out no matter what the weather’s like. Pair these a pair of stylish highwater pants, just make sure those city puddles aren’t too deep.
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9. Timberland Waterproof Ankle Boot
BEST TIMBERLANDS
We don’t suggest you head into your office rocking your favorite pair of tan Tims because they might look a little too construction worker-y in your average workplace. But, if you’re really trying to sneak inside and pull off the Timberland look, we suggest you sport these ankle boots in black. They’re dark enough that nobody’s going to look twice and ask you why you’re wearing Timberlands in the office and will keep your feet more than dry for the entire commute there. It’s a risk, but one that’s well worth taking.
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10. UGG® Harkley Weather Waterproof Plain Toe Boot
BEST UGG
Waterproof UGGs? That can pass as regular boots? And look A1 in the office? Thankfully, you’re not dreaming. These are the coziest boots on the planet — there are no if’s, and’s or but’s to that claim. They have the softest inside you’ll ever experience in an office shoe and genuinely feel like your favorite at-home slippers. Because they’re waterproof, your favorite fur-liners will never experience any uncomfortable damp moments during your commute, so you’ll stay cozy at your desk all day long.
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