Save a royal bundle on Meghan Markle's go-to waterproof winter boots — the Sorel winners are nearly 50% off at Zappos (2024)

We spotted Meghan Markle donning some adorable winter kicks at the Invictus Games 2025 winter training camp this week, and it got us thinking — what could be so special about these boots that even royalty depends on them to keep their feet warm, dry and comfortable even in the middle of winter in Canada? After doing some digging, we found out that the boots in question were the Sorel Joan of Arctic Waterproof Boots, and they're known for their combination of comfort and style even in the wettest of winter weather. If you're looking to save a regal bundle on a pair of boots to keep you cozy through the rest of winter, this is the pair for you: they're currently on sale for as little as $129 at Zappos (down from $240), a stellar near-50% discount.

Why is this a good deal?

For a pair of waterproof winter boots trusted by actual royalty to stand up to the elements of Canada in the wintertime, a price of as low as $129 (down from $270) is an absolute steal. The khaki-themed colorway is nearly 50% off at Zappos right now, and you won't be forking over more than $156 (35% off) for a pair of these in any color at the retailer. That's a small price to pay for spending the rest of this wet winter snug, warm and dry.

Why do I need these?

The duch*ess of Sussex, Meghan Markle, wore the Sorel Joan of Arctic Waterproof Boots to the celebration marking one year until the winter edition of Invictus Games in Vancouver Whistler in 2025. During their visit, the Duke and duch*ess walked all around the Participating Nations Winter Training Camp in Whistler to meet team managers, spend time with coaches, and cheer on the competitors experiencing the Games' adaptive sports prior to the 2025 competition. Throughout all of this time tramping through the Canada snow, Meghan trusted her fur-lined Sorels to stand up to the elements and keep her royal tootsies toasty warm.

What makes these boots so special? It's all about Sorel's classic combination of comfort and style. The waterproof leather and suede uppers help keep out the wet, along with the shoes' seam-sealed waterproof construction. A faux-fur trim at the boot collars lends some added warmth, with a lightly cushioned footbed providing extra support. The rubber outsole also provides great traction, so you won't have to worry about slipping and sliding all over the place! The Joan of Arctics are available in several different colors (all on sale), but your best deal will be with the khaki colorway at $129 a pair.

What reviewers say

Many Zappos reviewers have given the Sorel Joan of Arctic Waterproof Boots a flawless five-star rating. "The cutest winter boots that actually keep feet warm!!" raved one happy customer. "Definitely get one size down from what you normally wear... It was a little difficult to get my feet into them, but that's not worth complaining about when these boots are so cute and functional. I had no problem tucking my jeans into them either."

Another reviewer called the boots "so cute and comfortable," adding, "They are very well made, and I love the round toe. It gives the perfect amount of room so your toes aren’t squished together."

"Very soft and cozy interior," shared a satisfied shopper. "Easy and quick on and off, keep my feet warm and dry, easy to walk in, my Stabilicers fit well on the bottoms for when I’ll be walking on hilly or mountain terrain, haven’t had any problems with slipping on flat icy surfaces, very stylish for a snow boot, excellent quality and workmanship, the tongue of the boot is fully attached/integrated to right below the fur trim so no snow can seep in, removable and washable liner. These are truly boots to last a lifetime, especially since the liners are replaceable." The very helpful writer also added, "Something I don’t mind but that others may find to be a negative: they’re heavy."

The reviews quoted above reflect the most recent versions at the time of publication.