April 2009 Archives

Photographer Dave Wilson recently stopped by Allens Boots on South Congress to take some photos. When we saw his completed cowboy boot photos, we were blown away by ‘em. “I spent a very interesting 90 minutes this evening taking photos inside Allens Boots on South Congress here in Austin,” Dave wrote in his blog. “They [...]

Ever seen the 1979 movie The Electric Horseman, where Robert Redford plays a former rodeo champion? If you have, you probably vivdly remember the outfit Robert Redford wore in the opening montage — pink and purple sparkly cowboy boots with a rhinestone-studded suit adorned with embroidered golden eagles and blossoms. And now this famous suit [...]

Ever seen cowboy boots on fence posts? Maybe it’s something you saw at a friend’s house or a relative’s house growing up — or maybe your own home’s fence has some boots on it. It’s mysterious, no doubt, so what does it even mean? Colorado publication The Longmont Times-Call has a story about steel fence [...]

If you were there for the Alltop-Kirtsy party at Allens Boots during SXSW (South by Southwest) last month, you know just how much fun it was. Cool people, delicious barbecue, great boots, good times. The store was packed! Allens Boots couldn’t have been happier to host the party, thrown by kirtsy and Alltop, two great [...]

Shopping for a little cowboy or cowgirl sure is fun, especially since there are so many fun things out there for them. Adorable clothing, awesome toys and even cowboy boots! Whether you’re shopping for a unique birthday, Christmas or “just because” gift, be sure and check out children’s cowboy boots. They’re cool, useful and are [...]