The Origin Of Cowboy Boots And How To Shop For Them Today

Cowboy boots were, as the name implies,cowboy boots to ensure a proper fit.
originally created for cowboys. They got theirFor optimum comfort you should choose the toe
start during the Civil War drawing from the designshape that is most compatible with your foot
of the cavalry boots that were worn by soldiers.shape. Rounded or slightly boxy toes provide the
Later the cattlemen in the big ranching states likemost room and comfort and should be chosen by
Texas, Kansas and Oklahoma went to bootanyone with foot trouble. A pointier toe may be
makers and requested alterations to their boots inmore fashionable in some cases, but do not
order to better accommodate the conditions theychoose this style if it causes you foot pain.
worked in. The two most popular creators ofIf you have a high instep you may have problems
cowboy boots during the 1870s and 80s werefinding a pair of cowboy boots that fit
Justin of Justin Boots in Spanish, Fort Texas (alsocomfortably and do not bind. One option for
known as "Big Daddy Joe") and Mr. Charles Hyerwomen with this problem is to purchase a pair of
of Hyer Brothers Boots in Olathe, Kansas.cowboy boots in either the boy's or men's
Cowboy boots have a distinctive style and shape.department. The same advice applies for those
They are constructed with a high shaft, a highwith wide feet. Usually, women's shoes and boots
heel, a rounded or pointed toe and no lacing orare made with a B width and men's with a D
zippers at all. The first cowboy boots werewidth.
constructed of plain leather but over the courseThe next thing to take into consideration is the
of time the have evolved into more of a fashionheel height. Cowboy boots come in a wide range
statement with decorative stitching, punchedof heel heights from almost flat to several inches
designs and even cutouts in the high tops (Texastall. If you have flat feet or back pain you will do
stars were once the hottest trend). Today manybest with a low heel, too flat or too tall will
people enjoy the feel as and look of wearingincrease your pain. A lower heel is also a
cowboy boots and they can be purchased inconsideration for a more casual look and a higher
almost any color or design you can imagine. Mostheel is dressier.
cowboy boots are still made from leather butOnce you have considered all the information
some are fashioned from more exotic animalsabove it is time to try the boot on. Begin by
such as alligators, snakes, and even eel.rolling up your pant leg to just below the knee
When looking for a great fitting pair of cowboyand then grab the tabs at the top of the boot
boots it is important to understand that cowboywith one hand on each tab and then pull the boot
boots do not fit the way other shoes do. Be sureon. The boot should slide on easily and the shaft
to do your cowboy boot shopping (and any kindshould not rub against the leg when you walk (this
of shoe shopping) after lunch since feet expandcould cause blistering). You should be able to
throughout the day. It is also important to havewiggle your toes slightly and the heel should not
your feet measured by the shoe salesperson.slide up and down when you walk, but also should
Cowboy boots purchased in the morning will endnot be too restraining.
up being too tight by the end of the day. If youThere you have it. You now have all the
purchase them after a long day of work, theinformation you need to make an educated
opposite is true; they will be much too loose incowboy boot purchase. You should easily be able
the morning. Everyone has one foot that is slightlyto find a boot to fit your fashion sense and your
larger than the other, so it is strongly advised thatfoot in comfort and style.
you have both of your feet measured for