Hunter Boots and Bean Boots are seen all over campus on dreary days. Whether it be a Hunter Boot on a rainy day or at Bean Boot on a snowy day (or vice versa), both are popular and most girls side heavily with one camp or the other. 

Both of these boots come with hefty price tags, so today I want to break down the pros and cons of each boot style to help you decide which would be a better fit for you!

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Pros & Cons of Hunter Boots

Hunter boots are typically for rain, but with an additional purchase of their fleece boot inserts or thick socks, these boots also work for a snow day. 

Hunter boots typically range in price from about $110 to $160 depending on the style, sale, and place of purchase. They come in short and tall styles, matte and glossy finishes, and many colors and prints. 

You can find these boots online, most popularly at their home website, Zappos, Nordstrom, and Urban Outfitters. You can also find a store that carries them near you with their store locator. 

Pros & Cons of Bean Boots

Bean Boots, also known as duck boots for their shape, are insulated snow and hiking boots, originally created by L.L. Bean. 

The lace-up style ranges from $109 to $219 depending on the options you select. The classic style has a tan leather upper with a navy or brown rubber footing. The boots also come in black and brown. Other styles of the boot differ in height, print, and color. Every boot is handmade in Brunswick, Maine using the same technique developed in 1912. 

While bean boots are great, the biggest con in their column is that they are often on backorder. If you need winter boots in a timely manner, these are not the ones to purchase for that reason alone. If you want bean boots, you have to order them in advance. Of course, these boots are highly rated and many agree that they’re worth the wait. They can be ordered at L.L. Bean.