Best barn shoes for fall/winter teaching

[PalmPony]

So you all had the best suggestions on a fall/wet weather jacket that I am back again. We live in an area that sees a lot of rain, and temps that mostly stay in 40s and 50s through most of winter. I have a pair of muck boot co. Boots that I adore, but hate how clunky they are. I usually teach in sperrys though spring and summer but they arent waterproof and i have worn through more pairs in the past year than ever before. I do have a nice pair of Dublin knee high barn boots that I wear to shows and out and about town, but they are a little tall and clunky for my taste for every day use.

I’m looking for
*a comfortable all-around shoe to teach, coach at shows, and do general barn chores in when it’s relatively dry(ish).

*Something easy to slip in and out of (doesnt need to be tall, I change into muck co boots for the heavy mud and rain!)

*preferably not paddock boots

*something semi-stylish and warm(ish?) for standing around at the in-gate and at shows in…bonus points if it is lightweight and/or somewhat waterproof…

any suggestions very much appreciated!

[alternate_universe]

Sorel has some stylish and functional low boots and street shoe options.

[Renn_aissance]

My favorite all-around shoe for this would be the Ariat Terrain, but since you already know the brand fits you well, you might like Sperry’s duck boot options.

[Natalie]

Blundstones might fit the bill too, though I guess they’re technically paddock boots.

[Sugarbrook]

Clarks Waterproof Muckers. The very best.

[showy]

https://www.amazon.com/Sloggers-5119FCGN10-Fresh-Waterproof-Comfort/dp/B07H9KY2TN/ref=sr_1_15?hvadid=78065390215831&hvbmt=be&hvdev=c&hvqmt=e&keywords=sloggers+shoes&qid=1570549298&sr=8-15

I’ve had these for 5+ years. Still on my original pair and they rock! You can wear a thicker sock for warmth. Super comfy, feet never get wet. Also great for walking through wet grass in the paddocks.

[EVneo]

I got my dubarry kildares for just this! I also have a pair of chelsea boots (blunnies) that are great when I need to just pop on something real quick. There is absolutely no support in them though - when these ones die, I’ll probably order the next size up and get an insole.

[BAC]

@EVneo

I got my dubarry kildares for just this! I also have a pair of chelsea boots (blunnies) that are great when I need to just pop on something real quick. There is absolutely no support in them though - when these ones die, I’ll probably order the next size up and get an insole.

I was going to suggest Dubarry as well, t hey have a variety of different boots and styles, I love them. They last forever, well worth the money.

[monalisa]

Ditto Dubarry Kildares. Mine are at least 10 years old and still look great. Comfortable, warm, waterproof, easy to get on and off. I can’t say anything bad about them except the price and they are well worth the price.

[PalmPony]

Thank you so much everyone! I will check all of these out!