Waterproofing is most useful for shoes made from animal hide ... Within those categories, we’ve noted the best picks for a variety of uses, from high-end leather dress shoes to heavy-duty ...

but like the rigid leather, the competition was too stiff to put them above other Chukka-style boots we tried. We dispatched 28 of the best waterproof boots on the market to our team members ...

More of a farm boot than a city boot in some cases Not the best if you want a longer shaft ... lugged sole and meets a waterproof leather upper that feels more like a stylish combat boot's.