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20 Best Winter Sneakers for 2024

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Most Durable Winter Sneakers

Canada Goose Glacier Trail Sneakers

Glacier Trail Sneakers

Most Durable Winter Sneakers

Canada Goose Glacier Trail Sneakers

Canada Goose’s latest venture into the sneaker world might make you excited for your next snowstorm. Well, maybe that’s a bit of an overstatement, but the brand’s sneakers deliver the same protection from the elements as its famed jackets.

Sizes: 5–11

Colors: White, sundial, ecru/white

Best Winter Sneakers for Work

Veja Campo Winter Sneakers

Campo Winter Sneakers

Best Winter Sneakers for Work

Veja Campo Winter Sneakers

If you want a style that’s a little less heavy-duty but will still keep your feet warm in winter, this sherpa-lined sneaker is the answer. The sustainable rubber sole blends into the upper to offer a minimalistic look that doesn’t compromise on quality.

Sizes: 35–42

Colors: Full Pierre

Best Designer Winter Sneaker

Loewe Flow Runner Mix Leather Sneakers

Flow Runner Mix Leather Sneakers

Best Designer Winter Sneaker

Loewe Flow Runner Mix Leather Sneakers

Straight from Bazaar’s guide to the best sneaker brands of all time, these Loewe runners bring an elevated touch to your winter footwear wardrobe. The treaded sole is a match for damp sidewalks, while the warm palette coordinates nicely with après-ski clothes and winter basics alike.

Sizes: 5–11

Colors: Gold/black, white, black/white, and more

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Best Indoor-to-Outdoor Winter Sneakers

See by Chloé Capsule Shearling Boots

Capsule Shearling Boots

Best Indoor-to-Outdoor Winter Sneakers

See by Chloé Capsule Shearling Boots

This suede style is the slipper you can wear out of the house. The rubber sole has a platform to keep you above the slushy ground, while the shearling lining insulates your feet.

Sizes: 36–42

Colors: Neutral

Best Cushioned Winter Sneakers

The North Face Hypnum Shoes

Hypnum Shoes

Best Cushioned Winter Sneakers

The North Face Hypnum Shoes

It’s only natural that the purveyor of everything outdoor steps in with a shoe that can handle tough winter climates. These sneakers deliver a soft, supported step with a breathable mesh upper to prevent your feet from overheating.

Sizes: 5–11

Colors: White/gray, black/gold, brown/coral, periwinkle/navy

What reviewers are saying: “I wear them for work shoes and it’s like walking on a cloud. My feet never hurt when I wear these all day.”

Best Hybrid Winter Sneakers

Sorel ONA 503 Mid Cozy Sneaker Boots

ONA 503 Mid Cozy Sneaker Boots

Best Hybrid Winter Sneakers

Sorel ONA 503 Mid Cozy Sneaker Boots

Part sneaker, part boot, this is the hybrid the season has been waiting for. Sorel brought the waterproof and durable technology from its signature snow boots to a sneaker silhouette with a furry collar for extra warmth.

Sizes: 5–12

Colors: Ceramic, black

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Best Chunky Winter Sneakers

Moncler Lite Runner Sneakers

Lite Runner Sneakers

Best Chunky Winter Sneakers

Moncler Lite Runner Sneakers

Moncler makes its mark with a pair of chunky sneakers primed for your next outdoor adventure.

Sizes: 5–10

Colors: White

Best Winter Sneakers for Runners

Nike Pegasus Trail 4 Gore-Tex Shoes

Pegasus Trail 4 Gore-Tex Shoes

Best Winter Sneakers for Runners

Nike Pegasus Trail 4 Gore-Tex Shoes

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Want a pair of running shoes that can stand up to winter weather? Nike’s waterproof iteration of its iconic Pegasus model is our pick. Between the Gore-Tex layer and the ankle gaiter, it’s the premium choice for logging miles outside from December onward.

Sizes: 5–12

Colors: Black, blue, ivory, pink, and more

What reviewers are saying: “I live in Alaska, so ‘regular’ hiking sneakers don’t work well here... I needed a hiking shoe with enough padding to not feel those rocks—these shoes provide that. We also typically deal with wet trails and marshy conditions, and my feet stayed dry the whole time. Took them for a pre-winter hike on a fairly chilly day (30ish degrees), and my feet were super warm the whole time.”

Most Whimsical Winter Sneakers

Flower Mountain Teddy Shearling Sneakers

Teddy Shearling Sneakers

Most Whimsical Winter Sneakers

Flower Mountain Teddy Shearling Sneakers

Shearling and winter are practically synonymous. This pair plays with different hues of shearling and patches them together in an athletic shape.

Sizes: 6–11

Colors: Off-white/pink

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Best Platform Winter Sneakers

Woolrich Fleece-Texture Leather Sneakers

Fleece-Texture Leather Sneakers

Best Platform Winter Sneakers

Woolrich Fleece-Texture Leather Sneakers

Contemporary chic meets the great outdoors in this sneaker. Woolrich combines fleece lining with a platform sole for standing tall in style.

Sizes: 35–41

Colors: White

Best Leather Winter Sneakers

Adidas Sambas

Sambas

Best Leather Winter Sneakers

Adidas Sambas

Lee’s winter sneaker pick is the classic Samba, as it “is a comfortable and easy-to-wear option that won’t break the bank.” When it comes to non-waterproof materials, she prefers leather.

Sizes: 4.5–19

Colors: Black

Best High-Top Winter Sneakers

Mou Eskimo High-Top Sneakers

Eskimo High-Top Sneakers

Best High-Top Winter Sneakers

Mou Eskimo High-Top Sneakers

Mou transformed its whipstitched cabin slippers into a high-top sneaker style for our styling benefit. The thick rubber sole keeps you above ground, while the shearling interior encases your foot in pure warmth.

Sizes: 36–41

Colors: Brown

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Most Versatile Winter Sneakers

On Cloudventure Waterproof

Cloudventure Waterproof

Most Versatile Winter Sneakers

On Cloudventure Waterproof

On’s Cloudventure sneaker isn’t just for getting in your winter miles outdoors. While it’s designed for trail running with a waterproof outer and grippy sole, it also makes for easy everyday wear.

Sizes: 5–11

Colors: Denim, glacier, cobalt, black, ice, ruby

Best Slip-On Winter Sneakers

Aquatalia Letty Slip-On Sneakers

Letty Slip-On Sneakers

Best Slip-On Winter Sneakers

Aquatalia Letty Slip-On Sneakers

It might not look it, but this shoe is actually weatherproof. All Aquatalia shoes are meant to withstand the elements, and these slip-ons are no exception. The fluffy faux fur lining is another seasonally appropriate touch.

Sizes: 5–11

Colors: Dark taupe

What reviewers are saying: “Love this slip-on sneaker! It is beautiful and has a classic and cozy look and feel. Very soft!! Beautiful!!”

Best Shearling-Lined Winter Sneakers

Golden Goose Mid Star Sneakers

Mid Star Sneakers

Best Shearling-Lined Winter Sneakers

Golden Goose Mid Star Sneakers

Galante Frank turns to Golden Goose for footwear that won’t make her freeze. “I also love shearling-lined options, which keep you warm and feel like a boot but style like a sneaker,” she says. “In the winter, I usually opt for a mid- or high-top sneaker, which gives me more coverage, warmth, and space for a higher sock.” This pair checks every box.

Sizes: 5–11

Colors: White/beige

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Best Retro Winter Sneakers

Salomon Clima Waterproof Running Shoes

Clima Waterproof Running Shoes

Best Retro Winter Sneakers

Salomon Clima Waterproof Running Shoes

Salomon’s take on the classic running shoe brings us back to the 2000s with this retro upper. Entirely waterproof and with a grippy tread, it’s built to carry you through your outdoor winter workouts.

Sizes: 8–13

Colors: Rock, black

What reviewers are saying: “Extremely comfortable and waterproof! They are perfect for wet and rainy days and walking around the city. I want these in other color ways!”

Best Suede Winter Sneakers

Ugg Lowmel Sneaker

Lowmel Sneaker

Best Suede Winter Sneakers

Ugg Lowmel Sneaker

Ugg is more than just its slippers (but we do love those, too). These soft suede and ballistic canvas mesh sneakers are warm and durable, with a fluffy tongue to secure your foot.

Sizes: 5–12

Colors: Sand, moss green, black

What reviewers are saying: “This is the perfect combination of a sneaker and boot, and of course with the comfort of an UGG this was the perfect shoe—I love it.”

Best Winter Sneakers for Hiking

Hoka Kaha 2 Low GTX

Kaha 2 Low GTX

Best Winter Sneakers for Hiking

Hoka Kaha 2 Low GTX

It wouldn’t be a sneaker roundup without a pair from Hoka. For the hikers out there, this shoe is as durable as it gets. It has Gore-Tex fabric responsible for your foot’s comfort, and a lug sole that prevents you from slipping on the trails.

Sizes: 5–15.5

Colors: Sand, green, mist, mauve, sand, cork, tan

What reviewers are saying: “I hike everyday in uneven terrain. These are the best shoes I have ever purchased for that.”

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Best Sporty Winter Sneakers

Geox PG1X Waterproof Sneaker

PG1X Waterproof Sneaker

Best Sporty Winter Sneakers

Geox PG1X Waterproof Sneaker

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Geox crafts a sporty silhouette that’s going to hold up against slushy sidewalks and frigid temperatures. The waterproof membrane, tech sole, and breathable perforations make sure of it.

Sizes: 5–10.5

Colors: Off-white

Best Waterproof Winter Sneakers

Vionic Zanny Waterproof Sneaker

Zanny Waterproof Sneaker

Best Waterproof Winter Sneakers

Vionic Zanny Waterproof Sneaker

Now 50% Off

If you want to make it through winter dry and comfortable, Vionic’s sneaker is up to the challenge. It’s coated in a waterproof fabric that keeps your toes toasty warm inside. Plus, the cushioned sole is ideal for those who have to spend a lot of time on their feet.

Sizes: 6–12

Colors: Navy, dark taupe, black

What reviewers are saying: “I wear these to anything where I know I will get dirty or when it is raining. The are endlessly comfortable and clean up so easily!”

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Gaby Keiderling is a freelance writer, working on fashion, lifestyle, travel, and sports features.

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Update: 2024-07-05