THE ANATOMY OF COWBOY BOOTS
What matches your cowboy hats, shirts, and bottoms to achieve the ultimate cowboy outfit? Cowboy boots. These boots have been raved about for a long time now and many people have these boots. They are fun and versatile as they match with any outfits you have in your closet. These boots also come in a variety of colors that makes it easier for you to match your outfits! However, not many of us know the anatomy of cowboy boots, we simply wear them without thinking too much about how they were pieced together. Even those who have worn cowboy boots for their whole life may not necessarily know all the different parts. Knowing the anatomy of cowboy boots will help us understand these boots better and how to care for and prolong its life. Here is the anatomy of cowboy boots!
Shaft
The shaft is the skeleton of the cowboy boots. It normally looks like the long tube that is iconic to every cowboy boot. It starts from the heels and goes all the up your shin area. Boot shafts come in various colors and designs with different heights to cater to many people. The shaft is usually embroidered with beautiful intricate designs and with beautiful stitching patterns.
Vamp
The vamp is the part where it protects the top of your foot, closer to where your toes are. It is usually the most visible part of the shoe as long pants often cover the shaft. The vamp sometimes have designs on the top so do ensure you love the design before you buy it!
Counter
The counter is the part where the heel sits. This part is important as prolonged periods of standing and walking could cause your heel to hurt. If you feel this way, do consider getting a heel counter that you can insert into your boots to provide better comfort and support when you wear them.
Instep
The insteps sit on top of your foot closer to where your ankles are. This is one of the most important parts of the body as it plays a significant role in the boot’s shape and comfort level. If the instep is made too loose, your feet will slide around when you walk. If it is too tight, it will make it difficult for you to remove and put on your boots. As such, do consider how the instep feels on your feet before buying the boots.
Toe Box
The toe box is where the toes are and is at the tip of the boots. It is often a stiff box material that is placed between the outer leather and liner so as to ensure that the boot keeps its shape and increases its durability. It also protects the toes to ensure that the toes will not be hurt if anything falls onto the feet.
Pull Strap
The pull straps are located at the sides of the boot and it helps the wearer put on the boots with ease. The wearer can put on their boots by pulling the straps. It is definitely helpful when the wearer is in a hurry!