这个冬天是个绅士都需要一双好靴

这个冬天是个绅士都需要一双好靴

Goodwin Smith Chatburn Derby Brogues

The winter cold can be unforgiving on the body.For many men, substance comes before style in an attempt to simply stay warm.Yet it is possible to survive without looking like an Arctic explorer.Scarves and hats may be a go-to choice but it's what on your feet that really matters.Here's how gents can stay fashionable and still function.

“I'm not sure these sandals were a good idea,” you say, as your feet sink into the chilling snow.Seconds later your toes turn blue then fall off.Ok, that may be a little extreme, but it just goes to show how important your winter footwear is folks.

While (hopefully) none of us would be silly enough to wear sandals on a winter's day, it does pay to know what shoes are best suited to the rain, snow and swarming leaves.And we're not just talking about adequate grip on the sole – we're talking about upper material, insulation and closure types.

Model: Richard Biedul Jacket and trousers: vintage Vivienne WestwoodBag: Ted BakerShoes : Oliver Sweeney

Goodwin Smith's Higham Tan boot

These boots are made for walking

The fi rst thing to consider when purchasing a pair of shoes for the winter months is just how much you plan on wearing them outside.Do you have a long walk to/ from work? Or is it a short skip from car park to of fi ce door?

If it's the former, then you'll want a shoe that is versatile in both style and utility.Not only would this kind of boots work perfectly with smart jeans, but also it would see you to the top of Mount Everest with no trouble.

Chelsea boots are also a great choice for winter, as they are available in a wealth of styles and colours, and their fl exible opening allows plenty of room for some snug thermal socks.These Cheaney Godfrey Leather should do the trick for any hipsters that need to bear the cold.

Some people actually wear full-on hiking boots for their trip to work – only slipping into their fl ashy formals when inside and safe from the cold.This is a great idea if you have a long walk in, but it does mean you need to account for a place to store your muddy clodhoppers.

Justin Theroux编剧贾斯汀 塞洛克斯Trousers: faded black jeans Top: Supreme jacket Supreme夹克衫Bottom: Chelsea Boots

Blue denim jacket, black ripped jeans and Chelsea boots

Pants: tweed Suitsupply pantsShoes: brown leather Magnanni

Matt Smith's dapper brogue boots on the set of the BBC's Doctor Who TV series Wales

Be gone snow! Shoe!

So we've talked about the obvious footwear for winter - but what if you're not a fan of boots? What if you want something less cumbersome and more stylish? Less Land Rover and more Ferrari.

Imagine if you could get a brogue – one of the most elegant species in the shoe kingdom - and fi t it with a sole worthy of the most adverse weather conditions.A sole as rugged as Keith Richards' face and as fearless as the tracks of a tank.

Winter brogues have become increasingly popular amongst rural-dwellers who face rough terrain into the of fi ce - which means a hybrid of utility and formality is just what the doctor ordered.

Finding your Winter solemate

No doubt we've helped to clear a few things up when it comes to choosing a pair of shoes to get you through the bite of winter.And hopefully we've saved you from frostbitten toes, embarrassing falls and sub-standard style.Remember, winter footwear can be stylish and have substance.

Avoiding materials like suede and canvas will ensure your shoes remain fresh and your feet remain dry, and don't forget to give your shoes some leather treatment every now and again – they deserve it.

敢于穿着薄薄的单鞋走进北方冬夜的，都是勇士。正常人在体会过一次“雪的教训”后，都会入手一双御寒战靴。它们像铠甲一样保护你的脚，替你弹开烦人的雨雪和乘虚而入的寒风。

鞋中路虎：行万里路之靴

走进一家鞋店之前，你该问自己几个问题：我会经常这双鞋子外出吗？还是说我的行走范围仅限于从停车场走到办公室的距离？

如果答案是前者，那么你可能需要一双又新潮又耐穿的高帮靴子。Goodwin Smith的高帮靴子不仅适合搭配牛仔裤，甚至还能带你登珠峰。

Chelsea靴子同样也是绅士们的冬季宠儿。它的特色是色彩及造型选择多样，且开口有弹性，能够轻松应对各种厚度的袜子。

有些人喜欢穿徒步鞋上班，然后在进办公室前换上光鲜亮丽的皮鞋。这也不失为一个好办法。

鞋中法拉利：粗革皮鞋

如果你对靴子无感，而是喜欢脚感更轻盈、外观更时尚的鞋子，那么你一定会喜欢粗革拷花皮鞋：它们有着鞋界王子“拷花皮鞋”的外观，却又有着堪比滚石创始人凯斯·理查德兹的脸那般坚硬的鞋底。

新时代里的实用冬靴原本便可以少一些笨重，多一些时尚。在挑选鞋子的时候，避免选择山羊皮或帆布材质，因为这两种布料在冬天不容易保持清爽干燥。如果有条件，还可以是不是把鞋子送去做皮革保养——它们值得你的悉心照顾。

All Gents Need a Solemate this Winter

Text by Simon E Smith Translation by Madeline Weng Photos by Getty, Image China

Suit: Florin DobreShoes: Paul Smith

Model: Jack GuinessSuit: Top ManShoes: Lee Man Paris