We tested 15 commuter shoes in NYC — This is the pair that ‘made it here’

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Southwick, H. (2026, October 22). We tested 15 commuter shoes in NYC — This is the pair that ‘made it here’. New York Post. https://nypost.com/shopping/margaux-west-chelsea-boot-review/

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New York Post · collected 2026-10-22 · by Hannah Southwick

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Shopping writers and editors tested 15 commuter shoes in New York City over nearly six miles from Columbus Circle to Battery Park. Among them, the Margaux West Chelsea Boot stood out for its durability, style-to-comfort ratio, and ability to handle challenging terrain without compromising fashion. Despite a steep price tag of $445, testers praised its light water resistance and sturdy lug sole, making it suitable for daily city wear.
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The New York Post recently tested 15 pairs of commuter shoes in New York City to determine which ones are best suited for daily use, focusing on durability and style. Commerce Reporter Miska Salemann walked nearly six miles from Columbus Circle to Battery Park wearing the Margaux West Chelsea Boot, completing the route without slipping or needing transportation alternatives like taxis or trains. The boots impressed with their light water resistance and durable lug sole despite being suede options. However, they are noted as one of the priciest picks among the tested shoes.

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Chelsea Commerce Margaux NYC West Chelsea Boot

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Margaux ORG · 4× NYC GPE · 3× Salemann PERSON · 2× America GPE · 1× Chelsea ORG · 1× Commerce ORG · 1× Miska ORG · 1× Miska Salemann PERSON · 1× The Post ORG · 1× the New York Post ORG · 1×

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As shopping writers and editors, we’re all too familiar with the disappointment of slipping on a cute shoe only to realize it’s totally impractical. asserted
it → ’re → shoe
But when we tried Margaux’s West Chelsea Boot, it was an entirely different story. asserted
it → try → Boot
Even the suede options offer light water resistance Durable lug sole Great style-to-comfort ratio Cons: asserted
options → offer → Cons
During our testing, Commerce Reporter Miska Salemann walked from Columbus Circle to Battery Park — nearly six miles! — in the suede boots. asserted
Salemann → walk → boots
And while plenty of shoes wouldn’t be up to the task, the Margaux style took it like a true champ. asserted
style → take → champ
Salemann arrived at the finish line well before our other testers, saying, “I didn’t slip once, even after putting them through pretty much everything an NYC sidewalk can throw at you.” When it comes to style, Margaux is a step ahead of the pack. asserted
Margaux → arrive → pack
It’s emerged as a favorite for plenty of NYC-based editors and content creators — and we can totally see why. asserted
we → emerge → editors
“The style-to-comfort ratio is very good,” Salemann raved. asserted
Salemann → rave → comfort
“They have the ruggedness and support you’d expect from a substantial boot while still looking stylish enough for everyday city wear. asserted
you → have → wear
While she chose the rich-looking chocolate brown suede version, the style also comes in tan and cedar, plus a glossy black leather option. asserted
style → choose → tan
Feel But they’re not just good looks. asserted
they → ’re → ?
While Miska even ran several blocks during the test (don’t try this at home), she still found the boots held up better than she expected — and she made it several miles before any blisters began. asserted
blisters → run → miles
While $445 for a shoe is undeniably steep, Margaux’s Chelsea boots are a true wardrobe staple you’ll keep coming back to again and again. asserted
you → come → shoe
That said, if you prefer a more budget-friendly boot or walking shoe, be sure to check out our full roundup for a few other great options. asserted
you → say → options
How we tested We poured blood, sweat and tears (well, not the last one) into walking in 15 different shoes to test which styles have what it takes for a real NYC commute. asserted
it → test → commute
We judged based on the following factors: asserted
We → judge → factors
Comfort: Do they still feel good after a real city day? asserted
they → feel → day
How long did the testers walk comfortably before blisters started to kick in? Subway stairs: Can they handle endless stairs without foot pain? asserted
they → walk → pain
Run-for-the-train test: Can you briefly sprint without slipping? asserted
you → run → train
Rain/puddle test: Can they survive wet sidewalks and mystery curb water? Sidewalk traction: How do they handle grates, slick tile, cobblestones and uneven pavement? asserted
they → survive → grates
Can they easily go from meetings to an after-work dinner? asserted
they → go → dinner
For over 200 years, the New York Post has been America’s go-to source for bold news, engaging stories, in-depth reporting, and now, insightful shopping guidance. asserted
Post → go → news
We’re not just thorough reporters – we sift through mountains of information, test and compare products, and consult experts on any topics we aren’t already schooled specialists in to deliver useful, realistic product recommendations based on our extensive and hands-on analysis. asserted
we → ’re → analysis
Here at The Post, we’re known for being brutally honest – we clearly label partnership content, and whether we receive anything from affiliate links, so you always know where we stand. asserted
we → know → links
We routinely update content to reflect current research and expert advice, provide context (and wit) and ensure our links work. asserted
links → update → context
Please note that deals can expire, and all prices are subject to change. asserted
prices → please → change
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