Wellies? or Blunnies?
I think I mentioned that my rain boots are cracked. Yeah, I don't know how that happened either, but both of them are cracked near the soles. They were about $20 from Old Navy when Old Navy first opened so it's not like they own me anything.
So, the situation is this: I need, I require, I will probably wear twice a week, a pair of waterproof (not water resistant) warm-ish (I have real snow boots) boots. They will need to withstand slush and rain and salt. My question to you: Blunnies? Or Wellies?
Blunnies, Blundstone 500's, are cute, ankle boots that are completely waterproof - even the stretchy gusset part. I don't know how comfortable they are, I do know that people swear by them, and though they are attractive (for what they are), they are very similar to a pair of black ankle boots that I wear a couple of times a week (and am wearing out). Blunnies are not, I don't think, especially warm but they are supposed to wear like iron. I have some concerns re fit as I don't easily fit in foreign sizes....
Wellies, on the other hand, may also present fit problems. And how comfortable could they be? (I am not one of those people who changes shoes at work.) While waterproof, I don't think they will provide warmth - though liners may be purchased to make them cozier. They may, in fact, be sort of cold to wear if one is standing in slush. Something to consider.
Wellies:
Blunnies:
Thank heavens for Zappos as I will probably order two sizes and send one set back...but, I ask you: which boots?
So, the situation is this: I need, I require, I will probably wear twice a week, a pair of waterproof (not water resistant) warm-ish (I have real snow boots) boots. They will need to withstand slush and rain and salt. My question to you: Blunnies? Or Wellies?
Blunnies, Blundstone 500's, are cute, ankle boots that are completely waterproof - even the stretchy gusset part. I don't know how comfortable they are, I do know that people swear by them, and though they are attractive (for what they are), they are very similar to a pair of black ankle boots that I wear a couple of times a week (and am wearing out). Blunnies are not, I don't think, especially warm but they are supposed to wear like iron. I have some concerns re fit as I don't easily fit in foreign sizes....
Wellies, on the other hand, may also present fit problems. And how comfortable could they be? (I am not one of those people who changes shoes at work.) While waterproof, I don't think they will provide warmth - though liners may be purchased to make them cozier. They may, in fact, be sort of cold to wear if one is standing in slush. Something to consider.
Wellies:
Blunnies:
Thank heavens for Zappos as I will probably order two sizes and send one set back...but, I ask you: which boots?
Comments
no question.
I splurged on some leather La Canadienne waterproof boots three years ago, and they've been divine in Winter weather. Also very versatile (riding boots, go w/ skirts, jeans, trousers, dresses...).
I know I'll get a good ten years' wear out of them, too.
What would you rec for best winter walkable footwear for Tuvalu?
J
I'd have half a dozen rec's for "winter walkable footwear for Tuvalu."
As for La Canadiennes, I've been eyeing them for a few years and would LOVE a pair...
But really, I wouldn't want to wear waterproof boots all day. What can I say--my toes like fresh air.
But I have no clue. I wear flip-flops 90% of the time :P
Of course, your feet are smaller so they will look less clunky, and you may not feel hemmed in by them.
I like the wellies, but worry that the sole will be too squishy and not supportive enough (at least for my size 10.5 EEE foot).
Uggs, in the newer, less clunky styles were my savior last winter. I'm also checking out Kenneth Cole's Gentle Souls, though I don't know if they have a waterproof style. Hope this gives you some other avenues to think about though.
Good luck! I know you'll be cute either way.
jbhat
The commentbox family is tentatively planning a trip to Tuvalu at the end of this year. Ever since we started talking about it (last week) I have been obsessing about potential footwear.
I immediately decided on my Blunnies (black, best with black leggings and skirt). My mother claims high wellies are the way to go. Miss C is shocked that we could ever compare the two: "They are COMPLETELY DIFFERENT SHOES!!!"
Apart from that. How is it that you know all about Blunnies and talk about them so casually? They are an Aussie icon, does Tuvalu have to have everything?
P.S. It would, however, make me feel better to know that Blunnies are expensive there. Here they are cheap (and worn mostly by farmers, chefs and builders). When I bought mine the salesman asked if I needed them with a steel toe.
Such cultural differences!
ps. am incredibly envious that Eleanor is visiting you. Do you think she would notice if I dyed my hair black and posed as one of her family members?
ErinH
Just started wearing sneakers as cold weather shoes.
But now that I read Eleanor and Suse's comments, I'd definitely do for Blunnies. With a steel toe!
Paola
All. The. Way.
OK. I am so with Suse and Eleanor here. You'd never see Blunnies in an office setting here - they are strictly for the farm and weekend wear.
And people wear gumboots all day!?! In an office!?! You guys are SO WEIRD.
I would have said the gumboots because of the slush factor - I don't see Blunnies doing that much to hold out slush. Rain yes, slush and snow? no.
But then to wear all day? Gumboots make your feet ache if you wear them too long don't they? A lack of arch support and such.
I'm still totally thrown that these two are in for a comparison.
You crazy thing you.