This winter, don't neglect your feet—choose shoes made with materials you can trust

The crisp, cold air of winter settles in.

Walking outside, you can feel the chill rising up from the ground.

For your feet in winter, it's not just about keeping warm—

you'll also want a pair of shoes you can walk in safely on cold, rainy or snowy days.

Why not look for a pair that will protect your feet through the winter?

[Travel Shoes That Stand Up to Rain]

Even among leather shoes, there are some that hold up well against water.

chausser's TRAVEL SHOES

are made by intertwining fluororesin into the leather fibers during the dyeing process,

which increases strength and water resistance, and the leather's surface is also given a waterproof finish.

As a result, water beads off the surface and never seeps in.

At the same time, the structure still allows air to pass through, so the inside of the shoe never gets stuffy

and you can walk in comfort.

chausser's shoes are made with the aim of creating "shoes you can wear for 30 years."

Because each pair is carefully crafted one by one by artisans, they can't be made in large quantities—

but that only means the care and thought put into each pair shows all the more in its meticulous construction.

TRAVEL SHOES are simple shoes with leather uppers and rubber soles.

Their refined look combined with high practicality—being resistant to rain—makes them perfect for everyday wear.

The straight tip design, with a horizontal seam across the upper,

highlights the supple texture of the leather and the beautiful overall form.

Straight tip shoes tend to carry a strong impression of being

the kind of leather shoes worn by businessmen,

but chausser's TRAVEL SHOES, which also come in women's sizes,

combine a rubber sole, a rounded form,

and a soft leather texture reminiscent of ballet shoes

to remove, in a good way, the stiff impression associated with business shoes,

resulting in a design suited for everyday wear.

This is the wingtip model, where the seams on the upper

look like wings.

Originally, the holes were made to improve breathability,

but over time they came to serve a decorative purpose as well,

giving it a more flamboyant image than the straight tip,

and it blends nicely into more casual outfits as well.

Styled with: Turtleneck LTW910 / Shetland Wool Linen Gaucho Pants / Leather Tote Bag 'grande poche' OLIVE

Styled with: Crew Neck Sweater Denim 258 / Wool Hat / Fatigue Pants Olive

chausser's TRAVEL SHOES

look polished the moment you put them on, making them the kind of pair you'll want to pair with simple outfits.

Wear them with tights and a skirt, or roll up your pant cuffs to show them off, for a look that feels grown-up.

Their refined shape never clashes with whatever you pair with them below.

■Caring for TRAVEL SHOES

First, remove the laces and brush the shoes with a shoe brush.

Dust tends to collect in the seams and decorative parts, so brush thoroughly.

Next, take a small amount of leather cleaner on a soft cloth and remove any dirt from the whole surface.

Once the dirt is removed, apply a small amount of dedicated leather cream or oil to moisturize the leather, and let it dry thoroughly.

*TRAVEL SHOES are made to be more water-resistant than typical leather shoes, but

prolonged contact with water may affect the texture and color of the leather.

If they do get wet, wipe them with a soft cloth and dry them in a well-ventilated place.

[Engineer Boots Worth Passing Down]

Sturdy, thick, and fitted with a wide belt—

that's perhaps how you'd describe an engineer boot in words.

Part of the reason engineer boots convey this sense of "strength" might be

the image, somewhere in our minds, of a burly man wearing them.

After all, engineer boots originated as work boots

worn by laborers in America, so it's no wonder that image comes to mind.

CHIPPEWA is another brand that has been making boots

in America since 1901.

CHIPPEWA got its start by making boots for lumbermen—

people who worked cutting down trees.

The brand came about from the high demand for boots

that would protect workers' feet in muddy terrain and workplaces where sharp tools were used.

CHIPPEWA's engineer boots have refined this pursuit of safety

over time, resulting in a design stripped of anything unnecessary.

The upper is made of full-grain leather, which shows the leather's natural character just as it is.

This makes the most of the leather's durability and resistance to losing its shape.

The rounded toe, meanwhile, traces back to when engineer boots were first made

with a steel plate fitted into the toe to protect against falling objects,

which is how this distinctive plain-toe shape came to be.

The ankle belt, so characteristic of engineer boots,

was added in place of laces to prevent accidents caused by catching on something during work.

CHIPPEWA's boots carry on the appeal of the old-fashioned engineer boot,

with full consideration given to functionality.

Styled with: Fatigue Pants Olive

Paired with: EASY KILT (73cm) DRESS GORDON

CHIPPEWA's engineer boots are available in both men's and women's sizes.

When women wear engineer boots, pairing them with slightly softer, sweeter clothing

results in a well-balanced look that isn't too tough or rigid.

Engineer boots, known for their durability, are a pair you'll want to keep wearing this season and next.

■Caring for Engineer Boots

Boots that extend above the ankle tend to trap moisture inside.

After wearing, remove the belt and place the boots in a well-ventilated area to let the inside dry out.

Also, if dirt or moisture gets on the boots, wipe it off with a soft cloth or brush,

and be sure to moisturize thoroughly with leather cleaner and cream made specifically for leather.

Spraying with waterproof spray before wear or after care will help prevent dirt from sticking.

【Comfortable Even in Heeled Shoes】

When wearing outerwear that feels heavy, like a thick wool coat,

you'll want your footwear to look light in contrast.

That's where heeled shoes come in handy.

Nubuck boots cover the ankle securely, creating a warm-looking finish as well.

dansko took inspiration from clogs

to create a footwear brand focused on gentle, comfortable fit for the feet.

Even during long hours of standing or moving around, the shoes fit gently against the feet,

and the brand has pursued a structure that reduces strain on the legs and lower back, earning certification from the American Podiatric Medical Association

as a "shoe that supports foot health."

The dansko MARIA boot is an ankle boot that combines

this reduced strain on the feet with a fashionable design.

The upper is made from nubuck, a full-grain leather that has been brushed to create a napped surface,

giving it a smooth texture and a soft overall impression.

The toe area, with its good cushioning and gentle arch,

has just the right amount of room to move your toes, and offers plenty of stability even with a 5cm heel.

The texture of glossy leather is lovely, of course, but

the MARIA boot, made with nubuck leather, has just the warmth you crave in winter.

It covers the foot all the way up to the ankle, reducing the cold underfoot,

and the heel makes your silhouette look stylish—a boot with nothing but upsides.

Paired with: Pullover Knit／Muffler HOWGILL CHARCOAL／Shetland Wool Linen Gaucho Pants

Paired with sleek, slim-fit pants, the dansko MARIA boot

also has the effect of making your legs look longer.

It also comes in basic colors like black, brown, and beige,

and the nubuck texture pairs wonderfully with wool sweaters and mufflers.

It's an item you'll want to keep as one of your go-to boots.

■Caring for the MARIA Boot

Nubuck has a tendency to show dirt easily once it gets stained.

After wearing, brush gently and thoroughly with a shoe brush to smooth out the nap.

Brushing with a snapping motion helps loosen and remove dirt that has worked its way deep into the fibers.

Since nubuck boots cannot be treated directly with typical leather creams or cleaners,

the basic care routine is to brush thoroughly and apply a water-repellent spray before wearing,

to prevent dirt from settling in beforehand.