Because those designer leather boots aren’t going to hack it.
You might have come to a realization during the recent streak of freezing, snowy weather that it’s about time you invested in a proper pair of winter boots. That means footwear that’s insulated or lined, waterproof or at least water-resistant, and with soles that offer good grip on slippery sidewalks. Bonus if they’re cute enough to wear at work, and not just to work!