From square-toe boots to pointed-toe boots, there is a wide range of shapes when it comes to the toe portion of your cowboy boots. While it's normally widely accepted that the classic pointed look is the most traditional, you might be better off with a different shape for your specific needs or preferences. But how is a shopper supposed to choose which toe shape is the right one?
Top boot brands like Ariat, Justin and Roper all have their own brand-specific names for each style of toe, but for the most part, you'll find the same shapes from every major brand. All it takes is a bit of research into the different styles of boot toes to find the one that offers the look that you love and the comfort that you prefer. And best of all, if you purchase a pair of boots online with a toe shape that doesn't quite work out for you, you can even return them using Langston's free, no-hassle return policy.
Use these simple guidelines for differentiating between each style of boot toe, and then choosing the one that's right for you.
It is often considered the traditional cowboy boot toe, and while this level of pointedness often varies, it is safe to say that the pointed toe boot has been very popular since at least the 1950s. The style includes very dramatic, sharp points (known as "needle toes"), or more rounded points (known as "snipped toes"). Although the pointed portion of the boot may seem like it would squeeze your toes, because all boot makers add a bit of extra room at the end to accommodate this tapered end, you can feel safe purchasing a pointed-toe boot in your exact size. The pointed-toe cowboy boot saw a resurgence in the early 2000s, and it's still one of the most stylish and popular styles of boots on the market today.
On the exact opposite end of the spectrum, the rounded toe cowboy boot features a soft, rounded end that offers a more comfortable, casual fit and ample space for wider feet. Roper boots often come with rounded toes because they are meant for long days of walking the fields or working around the barn, and this style of boot is also common on laid-back Western boots. If you have wider feet or simply prefer a boot with extra toe room, the rounded toe boot is the perfect choice.
The square toe cowboy boot is one of the most recent boot styles, and its squared shape generally doesn't serve much purpose aside from making a fashion statement. You'll find square toe boots with long, pointed toes that square off at the ends, as well as wider, square toe boots that are more in tune with the classic roper boot. While most types of cowboy boots are more partial to either riding or walking, the square-toe boot is a great option for both types of wear.
The broad square toe boot is a slight variation of the more common square toe boot, featuring a very wide-set, squared end that offers a bit of extra room for people with wider feet. This style was relatively nonexistent just a decade or two ago, but in recent years, it has become one of the most popular cowboy boot styles because of its comfortable fit and ample room for movement. This type of boot is a great choice for anyone who is on his or her feet for extended periods of time.
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