A few decades ago, just about the only people who wore riding boots and cowboy boots were people who actually rode horses. Today, however, boots are super popular, even for those who have never even been on a horse. In my opinion, much of this popularity was due to the Western craze, which in turn was somewhat inspired by the Urban Cowboy movie. All of a sudden, even city dwellers were donning cowboy boots, cowboy hats, and big belt buckles. And while the hats and buckles have, for the most, part faded into obscurity, cowboy boots are still alive and well, as are English riding boots.

If you’ve never worn a pair of cowboy boots, you owe it to yourself to at least give them a try. if you take your time and find a well made pair that fits well, the boots are surprisingly comfortable. If you have wide feet, especially across the toes, you might be happier with a pair of cowboy boots that have a rounded or square toe, instead of the traditional pointed boot toe. Another advantage of cowboy boots and other riding boots is that they’re warm. Even in the coldest winters, they can keep your feet warm, especially if your choose a pair of insulated cowboy boots or English riding boots.