Hello Tuesday! Tip Day. Today let’s talk boots.
I love boots, pointed toe, square toe, round toe, fashion, horseman, buckaroo, or rock star, they all have attitude.
Boots are a big part of my life, if you know me when you see me 90% of the time I am wearing boots. Yes that does include while I am wearing a dress on those rare occasions. Did I mention I love boots?
Everyone should delve into their creative side, find something you’re interested in and find a way to create, develop, and participate with that interest some way. Those creative juices are very important to mind advancement. To get my creative juices flowing, I love to design boots and clothing. My interest of course has anything to do with the cowboy way of life.
The foundation of any cowboy or cowgirl is their boots. And over the century’s, boots have been a key component, in safety, comfort and style. Everything a cowboy puts on he and his horse have a purpose and boots definitely serve a purpose. If a horse has ever stepped on your foot, you know the importance of a good sturdy toe box. The heel serves as a brace against the stirrup, and prevents your foot from sliding through the stirrup and can help eliminate you from getting hung up and drug. Lace up boots is not recommended for riding because they won’t slide off if your foot gets stuck in the stirrup. How many times have you seen a saddle bronc rider’s boot fly through the air as he gets launched? He wears a high heel and a deep scallop on the upper of the boot, insuring its easy removability.
New boots should be snug in the instep and loose in the heel. High quality boots have sturdy leather soles. Even if they have a rubber or crepe on the bottom the mid sole should be made of leather. Most of the boot if not all of the boot should be made of leather. Breathability, formability, and wear ability. Giving leather the most desirable material used in boot making. Once that tuff sole becomes more flexible your heel will move with the boot instead of pulling out of the heel box. The more you wear them the better they will fit.
All different types of leathers are used in boot making giving them a distinct look. Price will be determined on the craftsmanship and type of leather and materials used to construct the boots. We have boots ranging in price from $50 to $11,000. Now that’s a range. Exotic leathers such as ostrich, crocodile, shark, elephant, hippo, snake, stingray and alligator provide some of the most beautiful and most expensive boots on the market.
Care of Boots:
Boots that are cared for will last many decades. If you invest in high quality boots they will be more comfortable and will last longer.
Cedar wood boot trees, placed in the boots after wear, will wick out moisture, help them maintain their form and keep smell and bacteria at a minimum. If you invest in a pair you love, be sure to use cedar boot trees.
Condition your boots, find a good conditioner, it is as important as keeping a good lotion or conditioner on your skin. I like Bick 4, it cleans, polishes, conditions, and helps repel water all in one application. It will not darken your leather either. I am a bit lazy so I like Bick 4 for ease and single application.
Watch soles and heels for wear. When your horse’s shoes begin to wear, you replace them. We know if our horse is unbalanced he becomes lame. Guess what so do we. We all walk differently, and many of us toe in or toe out. (I know that is a horse term). I only thought my kids dragged their boots, but I discovered by looking at my boots my hell they learned it from me. If you wear off heels like me take them in to a good boot repair shop and have them put caps or new heel caps on. If you start to wear out leather soles do not let it go into multiply layers, again get repairs early for best results.
Or just wear em out and buy new. Boot stores love that plan. My favorite brands. I have worn almost all brands of boots. My favorite brand currently is Lucchese. In my opinion they are the best looking, and highest quality boot you can buy off the shelf. They also offer a custom handmade line called Lucchese Classics. If you want the best or have trouble finding the right fit check out Lucchese Classics. Buy your footwear from boot specialists. Boot specialists wear boots, love boots and have been trained to give you a proper fit. If buying them online, ask for a boot specialist to help you.
Boots are investments, educating yourself, will put you in a position to get exactly what you want if you have any questions please feel free to e-mail me and if you have some great tips about boots or any other products I would love to hear from you.
Life is too short to wear bad boots,
Danna
No comments:
Post a Comment