Freezing temperatures and piling snow contributed to a new trend this winter at NIU: wearing waterproof rain boots in the snow.

Check out how some NIU students wear this style below.

Keyana Payne, freshman political science major, wears Crocs rainboots from Chicago Premium Outlets, 1650 Premium Outlet Blvd. in Aurora. Payne said her look is comfortable yet stylish.

Kaylea Murphy, senior corporate communications major, wears Chooka brand rain boots from Macy’s. Murphy said she likes to wear leggings with boots. “I try not to look like a bum,” Murphy said, “but I like to be comfy at the same time.”

Lark Lewis, sophomore journalism and media studies major, wears Coach rain boots from the Coach Outlet. Lewis said her style is preppy trendy.