The Cowboy Boot

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Whether you like Nancy Sinatra crooning “These Boots Are Made for Walkin’” or love Dave Dudley’s “Cowboy Boots” song, it means you are downright country and is loving it. Cowboy boots are not just shoes; they are a part of history and have been the focus of many songs throughout the decade. Nancy Sinatra’s upbeat “These Boots Are Made for Walkin’” is one of the most popular and the most quoted song about boots. Lee Hazelwood, the composer of the famous song encouraged Sinatra to sing the song as if she was 16 giving the brush off to an older man.

Dave Dudley’s song is all about saving money for a pair of cowboy boots. Another song is Blue County’s Nothin’ But Cowboy Boots. The song is about “Nothin’ but cowboy boots sets your spirit free…” and this is still applicable today.

There are lots of other songs that talk about cowboy boots and we’re sure they are equally charming.

James Dean: the name started it all. From the looks to the attitude, Dean left an a mark in this world that would continue to be seen even after over 50 years since his death. James Byron Dean breathed coolness. He embodied a character that created such an impact and cementing his legendary (almost cult) status. It was his role in Rebel Without Cause, one of his only three movies, that he was really known for.

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Dean’s character in Rebel Without a Cause portrayed the typical teenager. His character showed a sort of alienation towards everyone else, the very same sentiment shared by the disenfranchised youth. James Dean is an icon, and not just for his attitude, but also, in part, for his style. Dean’s name is synonymous to ‘cool’ and his style said it all. Sporting a leather jacket, white T-shirt, and jeans, this constituted the actor’s fashion.

One other iconic piece creates an authentic James Dean look -his Boots. James Dean walked in boots. From his movies, Dean can be seen wearing a very iconic pair of leather boots. One such famous pair is the one he wore in the movie Rebel Without A Cause.

If you’re looking for that authentic James Dean look, you can not go wrong with a pair of boots. Although the real pair that James Dean owned could might as well be considered worth an entire fortune, you can still own a custom-made replica.

A custom-made James Dean Boots costs a little over that of Justin Boots, and takes a little time to produce. This is due to the fact that the maker is going to have to make one that fits.Getting a custom-made replica to fit your feet might not be that cheap, but in the name of James Dean’s coolness, it’s not such a bad price.

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There are lots of contenders for being the World’s Largest Cowboy Boots and there must be many of them you have seen already. The biggest of course is the 12 meter tall cowboy boots in San Antonio, Texas. It stands near the North Star Mall and it looks wonderful when decorated with Christmas lights. Another boot can be seen in Edmonton, Alberta though and it is almost as big as the one in San Antonio. Sadly enough, it is hard to pick it up through satellite. Much like the one near San Antonio’s North Star Mall’s boots, it looks real good when decorated with lights.

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In Seattle, WA  there is a pair of cowboy boots that are 6.5 meters tall accompanied with a steel cowboy hat. Now isn’t that nice. The cowboy boots and the 13 meter wide hat have been in the Georgetown for a very long time.

If you want to see a beautifully landscaped cowboy boot,  you should visit Chisholm Trail Park.

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The stars of Hollywood have as much power as the designers from high fashion houses because they can easily influence people as to which item is a hot pick and which one is not hot at all. Most designers give clothes to celebrities so he or she can “market” it to the public thanks to the paparazzi. If you haven’t noticed it yet, no celebrity is photographed in the same outfit 2 or 3 times. They wear different outfits every time they are photographed and this is thanks to the high fashion houses. These “gifts” are not limited to clothes though; gifts of the kind also come in the form of shoes and accessories.

No one really cared about Ugg boots until J.Lo started wearing them. While only the cowgirls used to wear sexy high heeled cowboy boots, today, every girl you see on the street has them and is strutting them allover town thanks to Miley Cyrus, Jessica Simpson, Britney Spears and La Lohan.

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In the past decades, many boot designers have been “utilizing” stars to market their collections and this includes Frye boots, Uggs, OTK boots, Loeffler Randall and Beatrix Ong.

Cowboy boots are great but if you don a rather garish over the knee stretch latex-like boots that are so coming from Pretty Woman you might just look tacky instead of looking fabulous. Surprisingly though, when Nicole Richie took her OTK stretch boots allover the streets of Hollywood, fashionistas from allover the US just had to buy their own.

Justin Boots is the trusted name when it comes to cowboy and work boots. With a proud heritage of the authentic wild west, anyone who wears a pair of Justin Boots can be sure that he, or she, is wearing quality footwear with a name that has stood generations of improvement, yet holding on to its traditions as a true American product.

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Justin’s product line extends from simple walk-around and work-around boots, to the more exotic and intricately-designed cowboy boots but whatever the design, a pair of Justin Boots is always crafted with the wearer’s comfort in mind.

The Roper design is one of the simpler boots out of Justin’s product line. Simple, yet in its simplicity is the subtle beauty of a comfortable, hand-crafted product. The Justin Roper Rough Bay Apache [style 4116] is one of the much spoken-of pair in this line of simple roper boots. Made from rough bay Apache, this particular model impresses an already worn-in feel.

This pair of boots is made for walking -really! With Justin Boots’s double comfort technology, walking in this pair is just like walking with your regular walk-around shoes on and it even gets better when really worn-in. As for durability, these classic Ropers are guaranteed with Justin standard. Whether it’s working on the yard, the barn, or the ranch itself is what you do, these quality pairs of boots are as comfortable and as durable as any world-class brand could give. This classic Justin roper is just another wonderful product from the brand that has set the standards in boots since 1879.

It is very easy to see how Justin Boots is the standard in the boots industry. With a name synonymous to quality and true American heritage, Justin Boots is the name of all names when it comes to boots. Whether it’s for working, walking, or even dancing, Justin Boots is always the best choice.
Its complete line of the finest, hand-crafted boots is made from only the best quality materials known to man. And who are the people that put them together? Only the best, and specially-trained men have the privilege to put together a high-quality product that is true to the Justin standard.

Traditionally, Justin Boots have been making cowboy boots since the 17th century and although the company has been staying true to its traditions, it has also adapted to the modern market applying today’s technology in creating durable footwear. Employing gel technology for comfort, every Justin boot, when worn, feels like it’s not even boots. Gel inserts make the boots softer to the feet, and really comfortable to walk in.

A pair of Justin boots is also a badge saying that the wearer is a hardworking person and because workers need to have good protective gear too, Justin Boots have also come up with a line of work boots that fit international safety standards. Steel toed, or aluminum toed, whichever you prefer, these work boots are guaranteed to give you protection from hazards -even electric shock!

Don’t be afraid of a little or a lot of water either, as Gore-tex waterproof technology is also already being used in Justin boots, protecting the wearer even from water and other fluids, and keeping the feet dry and warm.

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The Justin Boots company has been around since 1879 and was founded by H. J. Justin, a then boot repairman. Justin Boots is known for its quality-crafted, custom boots. With its proud heritage, and colorful history, Justin Boots is the leading authority in the boots industry.
Justin Boots is not just any piece of footwear. The name itself is a guarantee that anyone who wears Justin Boots is wearing a world-class product that has stood the tests of time, and has undergone generations of advancements and innovation. Catering to three generations of boot-wearing cultures, everyone from presidents, aristocrats, cowboys, every hardworking person in the globe acknowledges the quality and comfort delivered only by Justin-made boots.
In an age already far from the era of the cowboys, Justin Boots remains and is still the top choice of those who embrace the wild west and cowboy culture. As technology has reached its prime, the company and its products too is not behind the advancements. While staying true to its heritage and tradition of making quality boots, Justin Boots have also integrated in its long line of products new technologies. Technologies like memory foam, gel inserts, steel and aluminum toe protection, even waterproofing, and  protection from electric shock, Justin Boots makes quality boots with the wearer’s safety and comfort in mind.
Only specially-skilled professionals put hours of work on only the finest materials to make a pair of Justin-quality boots. So it is no wonder why Justin Boots are indeed the best, if not the only pair of boots you would want to wear.

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D.M. Edwards, a resident of Tyler, Texas, was highlighted in their local news publication for his extensive collection of cowboy boots.
Edwards is a collector of western wear, and loves collecting boots as part of his passion for the wild west era. Having over 126 (and still growing) pairs of boots, Edwards hopes to add more to his collection. He plans to add boots made of rare and exotic materials owning at least one pair for every skin material.

Although some pairs  he owns  appear to be plain boots, some of his boots are made with high quality, and even rare materials. Some notable boots that the man owns includes boots made from rhino skin, hippopotamus, African toad, Texas turkey, and even Texas deer skin.

Along with his boots collection, part of his western wear hobby is collecting western-style belts, neckties, belt buckles and even jackets from the wild west. He gets anything with western themes. Being a true native of the Texas state, Edwards confessed that his western collection is part of his life. Being in a family of farmers, he naturally feels that boots is the proper footwear to use around the farm.

When asked what particular boots he preferred, Edwards pointed out that comfort should always come first. As for the appearance of the boots itself, it should only be a secondary point to consider. But ultimately, when asked about his favorite brands, he especially liked Lucchese, Tony Lama, and of course, Justin boots.

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Fashion varies from time to time – we all know that – but there are just some things we can all agree on. One of them is that cowboy boots are back in. Another thing is that outfits should never clash – prints should not clash with plains, loose clothes should be used with tight ones, etc. And the most important thing regarding this article would be: cowboy boots and cowboy hats should never match.

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To all the outraged people out there who might be asking, why not match the boots and the hat? Well, here’s the simple and straight answer. They shouldn’t match – they should COORDINATE.

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If you’re wearing cowboy boots, you can definitely throw in the hat for good measure (unless, of course, you’re wearing them at the wrong time). But don’t you think that the outfit would stand out more if the boots coordinated with the hat, rather than outshine it? Sure, they can be in the same color, but make sure they’re not in the same shade or tone. Turquoise boots won’t look nice with another gaudy-colored thing on your head – muted tones like white might do the trick. Want to wear a cute pink hat without looking sickeningly girly? Try wearing black boots along with it – you’ll look classy rather than nauseating. Mixing and matching is the way to go, but never forget that it should always depend on the outfit as a whole. A killer ensemble would absolutely die with the wrong accessories.

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There are other specific details that would vary when taking the wearer into consideration. For example, red cowboy boots would look hot on women, but straight men wearing them would probably send the wrong message, and more so with a red hat. So if you want to be a colorful cowboy without looking less manly, change the color of your hat, not your boots. And if you want to look like a real honest-to-goodness rough-riding gun-toting woman-slinging cowboy, better go with the usual brown and slash or black combination. Note, however, that whatever theme you’re going for, or whatever shade you prefer, the belt should always match the shoes.

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And as long as you’re going for the cowboy look, you might as well go all authentic. You don’t want to waste a gorgeous outfit with cheap imitations, do you? And when you’re walking across the street, you’ll be able to hold your head higher knowing that you’re wearing 100% genuine material – no synthetic fiber of that sort – and you’ll look and feel more confident because of it. Besides, who wants their perfectly sunny day ruined by the fashion police suddenly ganging up on them because they were spotted with low quality fakes that just mysteriously expired on the spot? Remember: real cowboys wear real leather. And cowboy or not, nobody likes fake people.

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Last word of fashion advice: cowboy boots are a must this season; cowboy hats are not. Therefore, an outfit can revolve around the boots, but the hat is a mere accessory. So make sure the hat never clashes with the shoes; it should never steal the spotlight meant for cowboy boots.

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For people who are not so into cowboy boots, a roper cowboy boot is a confusing subject. Ropers as cowboys call them are low-heeled boots. Some of them are almost flat and have no heels at all. Most ropers have a rounded toe and look very plain. Most of the time they are used as work boots.

Justin was the one that gave the roper its name. According to history, it was only introduced in the 1950s that ropers were introduced. Before that rodeo calf ropers wore tennis shoes but hardcore cowboys did not think that wearing tennis shoes would do the rodeo image any good. The Rodeo Cowboys Association later on decided that all contestants must wear cowboy attire. This is when John Justin, Sr. was contacted by the association and suggested that the boot manufacturer make a certain type of boots for ropers. This is how ropers were born. Today, Justin still produces these boots.