Who can disagree that cowboy boots are the classic American style of footwear? It's not hard to decide to wear cowboy boots, but it may be difficult to decide what type to buy. Even if cowboy boots aren't your usual style - mix it up a bit and remember - you don't have to BE a cowboy to wear cowboy boots. Once you try a pair of handmade boots, you'll wish you would have converted sooner.
Which style - looks and comfort
If you are a novice to cowboy boots - you may be surprised to hear that there are several types and styles of cowboy boots to choose from. You should take into consideration the time it takes to break in a cowboy boot. Make sure you have a little slipping in the heel of your …show more content…
Cowboy boots have unique toe shapes. When you pick a traditional or rounded toe, you will get a little extra width to your boot for added comfort. The snip and square toed boots are tapered and give a modern and active look. You may see boots that have an extreme taper which may not be a wise choice if you have a wide or broad foot.
Heels. Cowboy boots usually come in three common heel heights. From a walking heel that is about one-inch, riding heel up to two inches. A walking, or roper heel is usually flat and block-like, while a riding heel is underslung - or tapered. Many cowboy boot fanciers choose a heel that is in between the walking and riding heel, making the height 1-1/2 to 1-5/8 inches. Wearing boots will make a difference in your height, as well as the sound you make walking across the room.
Boot materials. From ostrich to bison - the materials used for your new pair of boots come in textures and colors that you'll have a hard time deciding upon. Various patterns of stitching will add to the uniqueness of your boots.
Cowboy boots - the boot for all reasons
One thing about cowboy boots is that they look good in most settings. Some may not agree to that statement. Depending on where you live and your activities - if you're thinking about buying cowboy boots, you're probably safe to wear them in just about every