Stay Dry and Comfortable With Rugged, Ready-for-Anything Boots
Among the many pursuits now packing your social calendar, we’d wager a concert or two is chief among them or better still, a proper music festival packed with headliners and a touch of summer sunshine (or rain).
Heading to a music festival — especially one with the potential for inclement weather — is more than just about packing a poncho.
It’s about building a stylish, functional outfit from the ground up with some rugged boots.
We favor more stable, durable boots over sneakers at festivals, since boots are ready for all manner of weather — and they make it easy to find traction up near the barrier after a long day on your feet.
The best boots, either of the pull-on or lace-up variety, can even be mixed and matched with cool summer staples like light wash jeans or, better still, jean shorts.
When you’re wearing a tough-yet-comfortable pair of boots, anything is possible.
You’ve got the tickets in hand to your next summer festival — these are the best boots to wear when your next concert rolls around.
Blundstone 500 Boots
The original and best — Blundstone has been making boots like these for decades, with an easy-on, easy-off pull-on style, comfortable elastic side gores, and handy pull tabs for quick access at a moment’s notice.
These will stand up to wind, rain, and dust without missing a beat, and it helps that they look great with dark blue jeans outside of the festival grounds, too.
From $100.25 at Amazon.com
Dr.
Martens 1460 Boots
Dr.
Martens have been associated with many movements over the years, and they still bring plenty of punk rock attitude and toughness to concerts the world over.
For long days on your feet, it’s hard to top the rebound-minded comfort of these sturdy, rubber-soled boots, and it doesn’t hurt that the contrasting yellow lacing on black leather is instantly recognizable and able to pair up with everything from slim black jeans to grey denim shorts.
From $90.87 at Amazon.com
Timberland Earthkeepers Boots
Although best known for its wheat-hued 6-inch boots, the Earthkeepers Boots just might be your best bet for prime festival style.
They’re a unique take on the leather lace-up boot thanks to the eye-catching, gets-better-with-age brown leather and contrast stitching, not to mention the breathable, sustainable lining made from recycled plastic bottles.
Wear these with rolled light wash jeans and a short-sleeve henley for style that works at any festival, anywhere.
From $94.98 at Amazon.com
Wolverine Lux 1000 Mile Wedge Boots
It’s hard to go wrong with any pair of boots from Wolverine’s famed 1000 Mile collection, which uses heritage-quality materials to create boots that are both stylish and built to last.
The Lux Wedge Boots are no exception, with their classic design, comfortable fit, and durable construction.
Whether you’re dancing in the rain or trekking through muddy festival grounds, these boots will keep your feet dry and protected.
From $150.55 at Amazon.com.
