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The ones I’ve tried before either gave me blisters or left my feet uninsulated, so I’ve had cold feet—both literally and figuratively—about committing to a new pair. But when I heard about the $80 Ugg Drizlita Waterproof Boot, the brand’s latest rain boot release, I was intrigued by the promise of warmth from its sheepskin-lined design. Eager to see how they’d stand up to the Boston snow and rain, I reached out to the company for a sample pair to test over the course of a month.
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review What is the Ugg Drizlita Waterproof Boot?
If you’ve only tried Ugg’s signature sheepskin styles, “waterproof” isn’t something you’d associate with the popular shoe company. In recent years, however, Ugg has expanded into a range of models, including several designed to withstand wet conditions. In January 2022, the brand released a spring rain boot collection including the Drizlita and the Drizlita Clear—a transparent version that pairs with colorful sock liners.
While Ugg says the Drizlita is best for heavy rain, it’s also designed for use in snow. The style may be new, but it has several callbacks to the company’s classic designs—including a 7-millimeter (about 0.3-inch) sheepskin insole and a midsole made with recycled leftovers from Ugg’s classic boot. It comes in four colors in women’s shoe sizes 5 to 12.
What I like about the Ugg Drizlita Waterproof Boot
The Ugg Drizlita Waterproof Boot has a soft insole.
It slides off easily
Snow boots can be frustrating to tug on and off. I've often spent several minutes removing my lace-up boots—and gotten plenty of snow on the floor in the process. The Ugg Drizlita Waterproof Boot, however, has a wide opening that helps slide it off swiftly. At just above ankle height, it also provides enough coverage to keep your pants mostly dry during a puddle-filled walk.
It has traction
I also appreciate the Drizlita boots' traction. As someone who often narrowly misses the train, I sprinted down snowy streets in them on several occasions without accident. While they're not designed for extreme conditions, the textured sole has enough grip to keep me from slipping and falling on my face.
It's versatile
When paired with thick socks, the cozy sheepskin insole kept my feet warm during the snow days of January and February. Despite the snuggly sole, however, the Drizlita boot is lightweight, and I wouldn’t give it the boot when the weather gets warmer this spring.
Beyond functionality, the Drizlita is also fashionable. It comes in two eye-catching neon colors—key lime and taffy pink—and two more subtle shades—black and burnt olive. I opted for the burnt olive, which paired well with leggings, jeans, joggers, and so on. Unlike more conspicuous, knee-high rain boots, I feel comfortable wearing the trendy Drizlita boot all day. Plus, because the synthetic upper can be wiped off easily, the Drizlita boots stayed pristine throughout my month of testing.
What I don’t like about the Ugg Drizlita Waterproof Boot
The trendy rain boots are available in four colors.
It's not great for snowstorms
There isn’t much about these Uggs that has me saying “ugh.” However, I would caution against wearing them in super snowy conditions. Because the opening at the top is so large, stepping into a pile of snow soaked my feet on several occasions. And had I ventured out when the flakes were still falling, I'd worry snow might land inside them. During my time testing, I ended up switching to snow boots for a few days after a big storm and saving the Uggs for rainy or slushy days.
It fits big
Additionally, while I opted for my usual shoe size, the boots fit slightly oversized. Wearing thick socks fixed the problem, but I wonder if a half size down would have been better. Unfortunately, like most rain boots, the Uggs don't come in half sizes, so I'd worry the next size down might be too snug—a problem in rubber boots that won't stretch to fit your feet over time.
It has Ugg's logo on it
On a superficial level, if you’re someone who doesn’t like wearing logos, you might not love that the Drizlita’s thick sole is covered in the word Ugg.
Is the Ugg Drizlita Waterproof Boot worth it?
I wore the Ugg Drizlita Waterproof Boots for everything from winter walks to trips to an art museum.
Yes, if you need multi-season rain boots
The Drizlita Boot is functional yet fashionable, and it turned me into a rain boot fan. Thanks to its sheepskin insole and synthetic upper, the Ugg design can be useful in a variety of weather conditions—it provides warmth in winter months, but has a sleek design suited to springtime. If you're looking to add a waterproof shoe to your closet, the Ugg Drizilita is a cozy choice that's trendy to boot (no pun intended), and well worth the price if you'll get three-season use from your pair.
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