The Cowboy Boot

 Do you have a little cowgirl or cowboy at home? Whether it’s your child or you who’s into wild West fashion, there’s no doubting children’s cowboy boots will prove to be a versatile addition to your little one’s closet. Children’s cowboy boots come in all sizes, styles, and colors. But how do you make sure the boots you take to the register fit those little feet perfectly? 

Below are some tips for buying children’s cowboy boots.

1. Go boot-shopping in the afternoon! During mornings, your child’s feet will be at its smallest and thinnest while during the latter part of the day, your child’s feet will have swelled a bit from all that running and playing. If your child tries on boots in the morning, the shoes may end up too tight. If your child tries on boots in the evening, the pair may end up too lose. Do your boot-buying in the afternoon.

2. Measure, measure, measure! Ask the store for a measuring device. Take note of your child’s foot size and foot shape. Some boots have a square toe while others have a pointy toe. Make room for toe shape in your measurement.

3. Try before you buy! The best way to test a shoe’s fit is, naturally, to wear it. Let your child try on a pair. Roll up the pant leg all the way to the knees, and help your child pull on the boots. Then, ask your child to stand and wiggle his toes. If he can do some toe wiggling while he walks, and if the seams are snug while the boot legs stay a little loose, snap that pair up right off. They’re perfect for your little one.

 Buying children’s cowboy boots can be quite tricky because the last thing you want to do is waste money on a pair your child can’t wear for long. But with these tips to help you along, there’s no way you can get the boot-buying wrong!

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