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City slickers
Get your kicks in a bright pair of rubber rain boots
BY DARCY HEITZKE

There’s something innocent and childlike about a pair of rain boots. Even if you’re no longer likely to splash around in puddles, there’s still something carefree about a pair of rubber boots — and with all the fun patterns and bright colors available now, you’re sure to be reminded of your younger days.

Even if you’ve survived until now without a pair of these trendy boots, don’t think of them as a frivolous purchase. Despite their playful appearance, they actually keep your feet dry, and many are lined to provide warmth during colder weather. And hey, you might actually draw some attention to yourself, which is never a bad thing — particularly when you’re wearing something extremely hip and fashionable.

The bright, youthful boots at Berk’s may seem out of place in the women’s section, but they’re actually quite popular with grown-ups. Choose among four bold designs by Bamboo ($35): black with white polka-dots, black-and-white striped, pastel striped, and solid orange. Each style has a different-color sole to make the footwear really stand out. Downtown Shooz also offers a line of eye-catching rubber boots by Inner Soul ($49), in pink plaid, pastel striped, and black.

For warmth and protection from the elements, stop by Moxie for a pair of Orla Kiely’s teacup-adorned, lined rubber boots ($98) in blue or red, also available as ankle boots ($83). Equally charming are J.Crew’s rubber boots, either in light blue with tiny dogs or yellow with bumble bees ($48). Or, if you’re more interested in "blending in," try a pair of green-camouflage rubber boots for the same price.

Traditional plaid Wellingtons are all the rage this season, and you don’t have to look any further than Burberry to find a pair of Nova Check rain boots ($125) in the company’s famous black-and-tan plaid. If you want the same boot with a more feminine flare, try a pair of pink Candy Check boots ($125) instead. Gardener’s Eden carries its own line of pastel-plaid Wellies ($48) that are intended for use in the garden, but look far too stylish to bury in the dirt.

If you’re interested in the breezy innocence of a pair of rain boots but don’t want to wander too far from feminine sophistication, head to Saks Fifth Avenue, where you’ll find a pair of high-heeled rain boots by Marc Jacobs ($110). These sexy rubber boots are available in purple, yellow, and black. Also at Saks is an upscale boot by Salvatore Ferragamo ($105) in a black-and-tan design, which offers a "grown-up" alternative to the bright, attention-grabbing boots dominating the shelves these days.

Some of the cutest rain boots around are by Tamara Henrique. Bloomingdale’s carries the designer’s leopard-print, striped, and solid-black rain boot ($118), but a larger variety can be found at the New York City boutique Olive and Bette’s. The latter offers 10 different styles by Henrique, of which one of the best is the pop-art boot ($118). All 10 styles can be ordered from the store’s Web site.

Where to find it:

• Berk’s Shoes, 50 JFK Street, Cambridge, (617) 492-9511; www.berkshoes.com

• Bloomingdale’s, various locations; www.bloomingdales.com

• Burberry, 2 Newbury Street, Boston, (617) 236-1000; www.burberry.com

• Downtown Shooz, 307 Harvard Street, Brookline, (617) 734-1411.

• Gardener’s Eden, 47 Boylston Street, Chestnut Hill, (617) 739-9940; www.gardenerseden.com

• J.Crew, various locations; www.jcrew.com

• Moxie, 73 Charles Street, Boston, (617) 557-9991; www.moxieboston.com

• Olive and Bette’s, www.oliveandbettes.com

• Saks Fifth Avenue, Prudential Center, Boston, (617) 262-8500; www.saksfifthavenue.com


Issue Date: November 19 - 25, 2004
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