Heritage New England outdoor brand L.L.Bean has been in business for over 100 years. Its first-ever product? The sort-of ugly, undeniably-iconic Bean Boot. Leon Leonwood Bean (yeah, that’s what the L.L. stands for) designed them as a solution to prevent wet feet while hunting in Maine’s damp conditions.
The design of the boot hasn’t changed much since: it features a stout rubber bottom and a hardy leather upper, which makes them ideal for winter’s inclement conditions. The boots have spread beyond hunting though, and now come in different heights with various linings for different temperatures and uses.
Right now, you can save 20 percent on the whole range of Bean Boot models (as well as apparel) on L.L.Bean’s website — just use the code BIG20 at checkout.
L.L.Bean Boots, 6″ by L.L. Bean $129 $103
L.L.Bean Boots, 8″ by L.L. Bean $139 $111
