Western cowboy boots have become as fashionable as they are practical. A recent article by the Denver Post discusses how cowboy boots are making a statement on Capitol Hill. The past couple of decades have seen the cowboy boot trend shift genres, from being a practical mainstay for ranchers and farmers to becoming fashionable footwear for city slickers to now serving a political purpose. Politicians wearing cowboy boots, such as Justin Cowboy Boots or Lucchese Cowboy Boots aren’t novel by any means. Presidents Reagen, Clinton, and both Bushes have donned cowboy boots. The “Republican revolution” of 1994 certainly saw more western cowboy boots than previously. But many Congressional historians cite the turning point for cowboy boots when the first President Bush was in office. When the President of the United States began wearing cowboy boots to work on a frequent basis, it was seen as more acceptable for doctors and lawyers to follow their personal preferences. From there, the trend has accelerated. The western cowboy boot trend has even caught enough attention to label the group of Congressmen who wear a pair (from both sides of the aisle) the “Cowboy Caucus.”

But what is it about a pair of handmade cowboy boots that appeals to lawmakers and businessmen, teenagers and urbanites? Looking at the trend in terms of a fashion metaphor, western cowboy boots can symbolize an emphasis on personal character, strength, and being the change that one is looking to create. And on today’s Capitol Hill, cowboy boots are a great way to signal their regional identity or a rebellious spirit from the conventional. But it could simply be that a pair of handmade cowboy boots look great on. The Congressmen interviewed by the Denver Post gave reasons ranging from comfort to the ease at which the wearer can slip them on and off (especially important when going through airport security) to keeping your ankles warm. Other reasons given for wearing a pair of cowboy boots (whether off the shelf or handmade) are concealing hairy legs and making the wearer taller.

Whether your looking to stand out from your coworkers, compliment a clubbing outfit, or just to own a comfortable pair of cowboy boots, Allen’s Boots has what you need. We have a large selection of Justin and Lucchese boots as well as many other brands. Who knows, you may even decide to take style to the next step when you see all of the western wear that Allen’s has.