Either way—these damn boots are a classic, and therefore a necessity. I finally got my hands on a pair of Hunter boots, and ...

Hunter rain boots are a favorite among NBC Select staff, including NBC Select updates editor Mili Godio, who says it’s a reliable brand that she can slip on whenever the rain starts to pour.

These boots, while practical, are also very stylish. Karrie Meiklereid, creative director of The Style Room, calls Hunter “the go-to brand for rain boots.” CaliKim says, “Pulling them on ...