Key Takeaways
- Deepest cut of the week: The Sorel ONA Ave Boot Lace Waterproof is sitting at 72% off in Velvet Tan, the lowest I’ve tracked on this style.
- Best winter holdover: The Out N About IV Puffy Waterproof Boot in Arctic Sea is at 68% off, which is unusual for a true winter boot heading into May.
- Sneaker pick: The Ona BLVD Classic Waterproof Sneakers are a rare waterproof everyday shoe under triple digits.
- Mother’s Day candidate: The Out N About Slip-On Wedge Boot is a half-off on a year-round style, which makes for an easy gift.
- Verified: Prices verified May 9, 2026. Sizes and colors vary by listing.
May is a strange time to be buying boots, which is exactly why this week’s Berry Basket is so interesting. The colder-weather Sorel inventory is getting flushed out before summer, and that’s where the deepest markdowns sit. If you wear boots into November and beyond, you’re shopping at the right moment, because nobody else is.
What I noticed pulling this list together: the waterproof styles are taking the biggest hits, not the sandals. The ONA Ave Boot Lace Waterproof in Velvet Tan dropped to one of the lowest prices I’ve logged for that boot, and the Out N About IV Puffy in Arctic Sea is sitting at a discount you usually only see in March clearance. There’s also a quiet surplus of Joan Now Chelsea boots and Emelie III Chelsea waterproofs, which suggests the buyers overstocked for last winter and are clearing pairs in odd half sizes.
I’m covering twelve picks today, weighted toward true waterproof boots, with a few wedge styles and the Ona BLVD waterproof sneaker mixed in. If you missed last week’s deals roundup, those picks are still live too. Prices verified May 9, 2026.
What waterproof boots are on sale this week?
The waterproof boots are where the markdowns get aggressive. Three styles in this batch are sitting in the 55% to 72% off range, which is unusual for a brand that holds its prices well outside of Prime events. These are the ones I’d grab if you wear boots through fall mud or shoulder-season rain.
Sorel ONA Ave Boot Lace Waterproof
The ONA Ave Boot Lace Waterproof in Velvet Tan is the headline of the week. It’s a clean lace-up silhouette with a sealed seam construction and the Gum 2 outsole that gives it grip without looking technical. At 72% off, this is the cheapest I’ve seen this style listed in months, and the size 5.5 is one of the harder sizes to catch on sale.
- Waterproof construction
- Velvet Tan colorway
- Gum 2 outsole
Sorel Out N About IV Puffy
SOREL Women's Out N About lV Puffy Waterproof Boot – Arctic Sea, Chalk – 8.5
The Out N About IV Puffy Waterproof in Arctic Sea is built for actual cold, not just damp. It has the quilted shaft, waterproof construction, and a lugged sole that handles slush. Buying a true winter boot in May feels backwards, but at this discount you’re paying off-season prices for something you’ll wear from October on.
- Waterproof boot
- Quilted insulated shaft
- Arctic Sea colorway
Sorel Emelie III Chelsea Waterproof
The Emelie III Chelsea Waterproof in Dusty Tan is the one I’d flag as the most versatile in the boot lineup. Pull-on Chelsea construction, sealed waterproofing, and a low enough heel that you can walk in them all day. Size 7 only at this price, so size matters here.
- Pull-on Chelsea boot
- Sealed waterproofing
- Dusty Tan / Gum
Chelsea boots and everyday lace-ups
Two more boots that aren’t strictly waterproof but earn their place. Both are sitting around the 67% to 69% off mark, which is solid for these silhouettes.
Sorel Joan Now Chelsea Boot
The Joan Now Chelsea in Chalk has a chunkier lugged sole and a more rugged Chelsea profile than the Emelie. Size 9.5 is the one in stock at this price. It’s a boot that reads casual without looking sloppy, and the Chalk colorway is more flattering than it sounds on the page.
- Chunky lugged sole
- Chalk colorway
- Pull-on Chelsea profile
Sorel Evie II Zip
The Evie II Zip in Quarry/Grill has a low bestseller rank under 250, which tells you it moves fast even at full price. It’s a side-zip ankle boot, easy to get on and off, with enough structure to hold up through commuting. Worth the look if you want a dressier silhouette than the Out N About line.
- Side-zip ankle boot
- Quarry / Grill colorway
- Low bestseller rank
Are Sorel booties and wedge boots worth it?
Sorel’s wedge and slip-on boots are the styles I see polarize people. They’re heavier than they look, and the wedge sole takes a wear-in period. If you’ve worn them before, you know the comfort holds up, and at half off these get a lot more interesting.
Sorel Snow Angel Boot
The Snow Angel Boot in Chalk/Light Clay is a cold-weather pull-on with a faux-fur lining and a substantial outsole. Bestseller rank is higher on this one (around #4,000), so it’s not a runaway favorite, but the price reflects that. Good for someone who wants warmth without the technical winter boot look.
- Cold-weather pull-on
- Faux-fur lining
- Chalk / Light Clay
Sorel Nakiska Bootie
The Nakiska Bootie in Camel Brown is the indoor-outdoor slipper-style bootie that I keep seeing recommended for working from home. Size 6 is what’s in stock at half off. It’s not built for serious weather, but it’s a comfort piece that holds shape better than a slipper.
- Indoor-outdoor bootie
- Camel Brown / Natural
- Slipper-style comfort
Sorel Out N About Wedge Boot
The Out N About Slip-On Wedge in Black/White is the gift-worthy pick of the wedge group. Pull-on construction, a wedge that’s tall enough to count but flat enough to walk in, and a clean black-and-white colorway. If you’re shopping for Mother’s Day, this is the one I’d point at.
- Slip-on wedge
- Black / White
- Size 10
Sorel Out N About Wedge II
The Out N About Wedge II in Sea Salt/Gum is the lighter sibling, with a softer color palette and a bestseller rank around #200, which is genuinely strong for a niche silhouette. Size 8. The wedge here is comfortable for spring-into-summer wear, not a true cold-weather boot.
- Sea Salt / Gum 2
- Wedge silhouette
- Strong bestseller rank
Sorel waterproof sneakers and everyday shoes
Sorel’s everyday shoe line has gotten better in the last two years. The Ona series in particular has moved from feeling like a brand experiment to feeling like a real competitor in the casual shoe space. Three picks here, including one that’s actually waterproof.
Sorel Ona BLVD Classic Waterproof Sneakers
Sorel Women's Ona BLVD Classic Waterproof Sneakers – Honest Beige, Whitened Pink – Size 11
The Ona BLVD Classic Waterproof Sneaker in Honest Beige is the most quietly useful pick in this whole roundup. A waterproof everyday sneaker that doesn’t look like a hiking shoe is a small category, and the price here is very reasonable for what it is. Size 11 only at this discount.
- Waterproof sneaker
- Honest Beige / Whitened Pink
- Casual silhouette
Sorel ONA 503 Everyday Low
Sorel Women's ONA 503 Everyday Low Shoes – Ceramic, Bleached Ceramic – Size 8.5
Sorel Ona Ave Shoes
Sorel Women's Ona Ave Shoes, Tawny Buff/Bleached Ceramic, Tan, 9 Medium US
The Ona Ave Shoes in Tawny Buff are a low-profile lace-up that splits the difference between a sneaker and a casual flat. Size 9 medium. They’re not waterproof, despite the lace-up cousin further up this list having that designation, so check the listing carefully if waterproofing matters to you.
- Low-profile lace-up
- Tawny Buff / Bleached Ceramic
- Size 9 medium
Frequently asked questions
Are Sorel women’s boots actually waterproof?
The styles labeled “Waterproof” in the product name (like the ONA Ave Boot Lace Waterproof, Out N About IV Puffy Waterproof, and Emelie III Chelsea Waterproof) use sealed seam construction and waterproof leather or synthetic uppers. Boots without the waterproof designation, like the Joan Now Chelsea or the Out N About Wedge, are weather-resistant but not rated for full submersion. Always check the product title for the waterproof label.
What’s the difference between Sorel Out N About IV and the Emelie III?
The Out N About IV Puffy is a true winter boot with a quilted shaft and heavier insulation, designed for snow and cold. The Emelie III Chelsea Waterproof is a lighter pull-on suited for rain, mud, and shoulder-season wear without the bulk. If you want one boot for serious winter, go Out N About. For year-round versatility, the Emelie wins.
How does Sorel sizing run?
Sorel boots generally run true to size, though the insulated styles like the Out N About IV and Snow Angel have less interior room because of the lining. Many wearers size up a half size for thick socks. The Ona shoes and sandals run closer to standard women’s sizing.
Is May a good time to buy Sorel boots?
Yes, especially for cold-weather styles. Brands clear out winter inventory in April and May to make room for summer footwear, which is why discounts on waterproof and insulated boots tend to be deeper now than in fall. Sandals and warm-weather shoes typically don’t see their best prices until late summer.
Are these prices the lowest Sorel goes?
The 65% to 72% off boots in this roundup are at or near the lowest prices I’ve tracked outside of Prime Day and Black Friday. Discounts that deep on a brand that holds its pricing well are not common, so if your size is in stock, it’s usually worth grabbing.
This was a strong week for Sorel specifically, weaker for clothing in general. The discount range across these twelve picks runs from 50% off on the half-off pieces up to 72% off on the ONA Ave Boot Lace Waterproof, with the median sitting around 60%. The original prices look real to me, not the inflated MSRPs you sometimes see on third-party sellers, because most of these are sold by Amazon directly with the buy box intact.
If I’m grabbing one thing, it’s the ONA Ave Boot Lace Waterproof. The combination of waterproof construction, the lace silhouette, and the depth of the discount makes it the standout. The Out N About IV Puffy is the smarter long-term buy if you want a true winter boot at off-season pricing. The one I’d skip is the Snow Angel Boot, which is fine but less compelling than the Out N About IV at a similar price point.
Looking at next week, I’d watch the sandal side of the Sorel catalog. The Ella III and Ona Streetworks pairs are starting to see early markdowns, and if the pattern holds, those should hit deeper discounts as we get closer to Memorial Day weekend. For boots specifically, I wouldn’t wait. The sizes that are in stock now will be gone by June, and Sorel doesn’t typically run another round of cold-weather discounts until September.
