Womens Sage Boots

The fashion industry is soon coming out with the latest western wear range. Though a western look was very much attributed to the wild west and the cowboy days, it is slowly coming back into vogue in the current fashion market. The increasing demand for western wear is bringing about an increase in the demand for western boots for women. Looking at the current demand there are many top designers and fashion houses that are coming out with some really classy western boots.

Depending upon the style, the pattern, color and the material used, you can now find western boots in varying price ranges. You can find such boots not only in the regular cow leather but also in some exotic material like alligator skin and also snake skin. Emu leather and also ostrich leg skin leather is now being used to make some interesting patterns and feel when it comes to western boots.

Such western boots for women are not just for your jeans, but a longer calf boot can be worn with some nice skirts while shorter length boots can be used with formal trousers. Now you can dress down or dress up and be confident that you have the right western boots to make the best of your dresses.

Though black, brown and tan are some of the shades that people look for, you can now find earth green or even blue shades in such western boots. When looking for a different shade from the usual, always make it a point to look for boots that are not patterned in the usual western fashion. Shades of blues and greens are definitely good with self patterned hides like those of the alligator, snakes or even the ostrich legs.

Such boots can now be found in your regular shoe store or some of the exotic styles can be bought online. It is just about how diligently you are searching for the right pair of shoes. Apart from certain contemporary designs you can now find exotic patterns and embellished designs with many designers' creations. Depending upon the style and the pattern you choose, the rate will vary accordingly. Most basic shoes can be found at a lesser rate while others are available at a higher rate.

Now choose the right pair and look classier even in your simple plaid dresses.

So you have a great pair of western boots right? Oh, you have 2 or 3 pairs? And you paid a good portion of your hard earned pay for them I would assume? Now here is the most important question; how long do you anticipate them lasting? If you said 1 or 2 years, you are probably 90% accurate. The fact is that most boots don't last much longer before their looks get unbearable. Why you ask? There is one simple answer. Not giving them the right care and protection.

We are headed into the toughest time of year for leather boots which is fall and winter. The cold weather and moisture can be dangerous for leather. The danger is even worse when you live in a dry and cold climate. Let's remember one fact. Real leather western boots are made of animal skin. No matter how that hide has been cured, dyed and treated, it is still a natural product. It is subject to the same wrath of Mother Nature as any natural product. As a result, you need to give your boots a fighting chance.

There are certainly lots of ways to care for and protect your leather boots. You can polish and clean them consistently. You can add decorative boot accessories like boot tips and heel guards. During the coming winter months, the absolute beast thing you can do is treat your boots with a high quality water proofer or silicone treatment. A western boot owner must protect their boot leather from snow, water, ice, and salt.

Using a high quality product is essential. Having a product with the right chemical composition to "bond" with your boot leather is important. I always compare good quality waterproofing and silicone treating to waxing your car vs. adding a clear coat to the paint. Why doesn't the paint on cars seem to deteriorate like they used to? Because all the car manufacturers now use "clear coat" paint on top of the regular paint placed on the car. The same thing applies to boot leather. Cheaper products will act as a temporary "wax" but will quickly rub off, deteriorate, and simply evaporate. Good quality water proofers will "bond" themselves to the leather and last through the entire winter season. My recommendation is any of the Fiebings line of water proofers or the Fiebings Silicone Shoe and Boot Coat.

So you are not convinced you need to take action? "I don't wear my western boots out into the weather that much",  you say? Let me give you another great reason to spend a little on insurance that can save you a lot. Did you realize the acid in a Coca Cola is strong enough to clean the battery acid build up off your car battery? What do you think will happen to your unprotected leather boots when someone spills a Coke on them? What will happen when you are at your favorite night club, dance hall, or party and someone spills wine or beer on your $500 pair of fashion western boots? OUCH! I have seen it happen and mourned for the victims. Just last year I saw a custom tooled pair of Lucchese boots get permanently stained by a wine spill. The sad thing is the owner did not even realize it until the next morning. That was a $1300 pair of boots that could have been protected for $15 or less.