Western Cowboy Boots

History has it that the western cowboy boot came about after the civil war when many southerners migrated to Texas taking with them their noble footwear - the Wellington Boot. At that time, the Wellington had a low cut heel that was calf high. It was quickly adopted by the Texans who gave their own western interpretation to this footwear - hence, the western cowboy boot. Today, the Western cowboy boot is a staple in fashion all the world over.

In 1954, the western Boat amended in line with the growing popularity of the Rodeo to hold. A low heel and toe-rounder was necessary to accommodate the wear they need to compete with competitors. With 70 television and stage influenced the boat Western "look" and style and fashion trends took hold. Some have high heels and toes pointed, while others stick with tradition and have a lower heel and a rounded tip for the true cowboy.

Custom cowboy boots western, to take account for about 45 hours. Thishours of labor are reflected in the price of a pair of western boots, because prices can be steep. Colors range from traditional browns and blacks to red, blue and gray. Decorations include the toe wrinkle and stitch lines across the toe top seem to be popular additions. There are different types of the western boot including the Roper that has a shorter shaft, rounded toe and straight, low heel. The Packer is a high boot with laces and the Lacer is, in fact, a lace up.