Women's NEXGRIP Ice Stella 6.0 Winter Boots

The Ice Stella from NEXGRIP is a women's short winter boot designed for people who face icy sidewalks, snowy commutes and deep cold. It combines a clean, modern look in Chocolate with the technology that has made NEXGRIP a go-to brand for winter traction. The upper is leather sourced from an ISA Gold rated tannery, and the boot is built with 100% waterproof material with a waterproof membrane to keep feet dry in slush, melting snow and wet streets.The key feature is the retractable cleat, combined with an anti-slip natural rubber outsole. On bare pavement, the cleat stays retracted so the boot walks like any other boot. When you reach ice or packed snow, the cleat deploys to give you a more secure grip. The cleat is made of rust-resistant stainless steel, belongs to a replaceable cleat system (replacement cleat code KL8500STA) and is part of a patented sole design. It is a thoughtful solution for anyone who has ever felt nervous stepping onto a frozen parking lot.Warmth is handled by 200g Thinsulate insulation, giving the Stella a comfort zone down to -35degC. The lining is a mix of 50% merino wool and 50% polyester, which is soft against the foot and helps keep it warm. A removable aluminum and felt insulating and fit-adjustment layer allows you to customize the boot's warmth and fit, and the removable polyurethane insole offers cushioning that can be swapped for your own orthotic. A waterproof YKK zipper makes the boot easy to put on and take off while keeping water out.As a short boot, the Stella is easy to wear with jeans, leggings, tights and skirts, and its low profile makes it comfortable for driving and for walking long distances. Sizes go up to 13, so more women can find a comfortable fit. The Chocolate color is a warm brown neutral that coordinates with black, navy, cream, camel and olive, so it fits easily into a winter wardrobe and hides the salt marks that come with the season.The Ice Stella is a practical choice for daily commutes, school runs, dog walks, shopping and weekend outings. It works as both a work boot and a casual boot, and it is especially valuable for people who want safe footing on ice without wearing bulky add-on traction devices that must be strapped on and removed. The stainless steel cleat is built in, so it is always ready when you need it.To care for the Stella, wipe off salt and dirt with a soft damp cloth, remove the insole and insulating layer so they can air dry, keep the boots away from direct heat and check the cleat for wear from time to time. With 200g Thinsulate insulation, a -35degC comfort zone, waterproof membrane, YKK zipper, merino wool lining and retractable stainless steel cleat, the NEXGRIP Ice Stella is a warm, secure and stylish short winter boot.If you are choosing between a taller and a shorter winter boot, the Stella is a good option for people who want maximum ease of wear. It is simple to pair with different outfits, simple to slip on at the door, and compact enough to store by the entry. Its technical specifications make it a dependable everyday boot rather than a boot reserved for the coldest week of the year.