Thread: Boots

Originally Posted by carlmaloschneider

Yes, I agree the belt should match the shoes, at least that's what I've read, either at The Gentlemen's gazette or The art of Manliness...I COULD buy beige trousers, but then I'd be half way to a Poirot look and could end up going all the way...

(Cindy says she doesn't give a shit about the boots any more just stop talking about it...)


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you would also be half way to Patrick mcgoohan (questionable spelling) number 6 in the prisoner, tres cool. Just need a turtleneck white piped blazer and a lotus 7,though a caterham7 kit would be easier to source. Though I think he wore tan desert boots.

Originally Posted by carlmaloschneider

You see, I don't actually WANT cowboy boots, women's or otherwise. Cowboy boots are almost a derogatory term for me...

Careful now Mr Schneider, much as cowboy boots aren't my cup of tea, coffee, ovaltine, hot chocolate or otherwise, I am sure quite a few people here are keen on them, and they most likely also own guns. :-). I am pretty sure they wouldnt really like your taste in boots either, however I don't think you will be able to effectively defend yourself with witty ripostes if they come a knocking.

Anderson Beans made here in Texas is all I wear. They are like wearing a comfy pair of sneakers.

I would mostly agree with frankensteins comment about your style, though I would seek opinion from anyone who I considered stylish, whether professional or not, you didn't provide any insight into the two ladies from work, do they hang out in leggings and bintang singlets out of work, or are they more chic than that? Ultimately unless you are completely confident in your clothes you will not look stylish no matter how well and classically tailored your outfit might be, the need for acceptance will positively radiate from your very core.

Originally Posted by Otto

I have trouble opening the link to the Italian cowboy boot.

Have you considered a US made one instead?

I've had cowboy boots from both Justin and Tony Lama and they have all been of great quality.

I always buy American! Ariat makes fine boots if you dont want to spend $500 on a pair. I got a great pair from bullhide made by them from Cavenders. Only dropped about $150 on them and they were broken in 2 days later.

Though if you want to get into pricey ones - you have to go with the boot that John Wayne (and several Presidents) preferred - Lucchese

Lucchese Boot Co. - Official Site

Since Carl lives in Australia, I doubt he's too concerned about buying American.

Those are some fine looking women's boots there Carl.



Edit to add: I do love my Ariats. The only problem is they use a pretty soft rubber for the soles. If you spend much time on pavement they wear pretty quickly. I replace mine about once a year.

Originally Posted by HNSB

Since Carl lives in Australia, I doubt he's too concerned about buying American.

Those are some fine looking women's boots there Carl.



Edit to add: I do love my Ariats. The only problem is they use a pretty soft rubber for the soles. If you spend much time on pavement they wear pretty quickly. I replace mine about once a year.

HNSB - are your Ariats square toe, round toe or classic "cockroach killers"? I've always bought square toe -- more comfortable since im on my feet a lot. But I saw a great pair that doesn't come with the square toe - they are more pointed.

(sorry for the hijack Carl!)

They look like this:


About the only time I'm ever not wearing boots is when I'm sleeping or in the shower. The toe has never bothered me.

As I promised Carl, but I'm sorry because they are City Slicker Cowboy Boots.
The boys in Texas are shaking their heads now.
Resistol Ranch in Caiman hide
& Lucchese ,USA ,black cowhide leather( I think?)

Hirlau - even those of us in Texas know a good looking pair of boots when we see 'em. Both pairs look good!