I've owned a good dozen pairs of Thursday boots over the years, all at different stages of the company's growth. Why does that last part matter? Because
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When a man is looking for a pair of casual boots that are as stylish as they are durable, they typically land on Red Wing Heritage, the Minnesota outfit that's
How to Keep Your Leather Boots From Cracking and Drying Out
Leather boots aren't just footwear: they're faithful companions, protectors of your feet, and... they're expensive. You want them to last. When you're buying
Thursday Boots vs Beckett Simonon | Who Makes the Best Value Boots?
In the world of footwear, quality isn't always determined by price alone. While the retail price can serve as a useful reference point, exclusively relying on
Boot Myths: 15 Things I’ve Been Wrong About As a Boot Reviewer
Today, I'm dragging myself and my wrong opinions. Because when I started this blog about boots and fashionproof clothing, I was an enthusiast. I wasn’t quite
American Bootmaking: How Rancourt Makes the Realest Moc Toes
In the realm of quality footwear, few styles are as timeless and versatile as the classic moc toe boot. But there's a big difference between the way most
How To Break In Doc Marten Boots (Fast) | Dr Martens Break In Tutorial
This article will discuss how to break in a pair of notoriously hard-to-break-in boots, specifically the Made in England Doc Martens. If you've ever tried to
Can Snakes Bite Through Rubber Boots? (The 5 Best Snake Proof Boots)
Rubber boots can protect you from many things, but they only offer partial protection from snake bites. A rubber boot can be helpful at protecting you from a
How To Care For Red Wing Boots (and Every Leather They Come In)
Red Wing Heritage boots are a popular choice for work and casual wear due to their durability and timeless style. They're handmade here in the United States and
The 5 Rarest Alden Boots You’ll Never Find
For this article, we found ourselves in the wild suburbs of New Jersey with JD Sasso (make sure to follow him on Instagram). He is the king of all things, Alden
How You Know Your Boots Are Too Big (And 4 Tips to Fix ‘Em)
When it comes to shoes, fit is everything. Shoes that are too big can cause a variety of problems, from blisters and foot pain to tripping and falling. On the
Koio Trento Boot Review | Why It’s the Best Chelsea Boot
Since the Big Work-From-Home Upset of 2020 our style and fashion choices have adapted to a more casual palette. Three-piece suits and oxford shoes are no longer
13 Best Chelsea Boots for Men Fall 2023 | Casual, Office, Custom, Budget, and More
I love Chelsea boots. I'm Australian, sure, and they're basically our national boot style but as a New Yorker who's been living in the States for over ten
What Boots Did Indiana Jones Wear?
In retrospect, Indiana Jones's actions and reputation as an archeologist do not age well when you consider all the artifacts and ancient tombs he's destroyed,
The Best 5 Alden Boots (From a Guy With 30 Pairs)
Famed Alden collector JD Sasso joined us for this journey through the best Alden boots on the market. New England was once home to numerous shoe
How To Make Cheap Boots Look Expensive
In a world dominated by sneakers in an ever-growing casual workplace, many people, including yourself might not find the need to buy expensive leather boots or
Cheap vs Expensive Boots | 5 Areas to Consider When Buying
People looking for their first pair of boots often likens the process to an odyssey. They are consumed by their goal of finding their dream pair, and
How To Size Red Wing Boots | A Guide to Every Boot from Red Wing Themselves
Most people's introduction to well-made footwear is usually going to be a pair of boots from Red Wing's Heritage label. There isn't really a mystery as to
What’s Cork Nitrile and Why Is It a Great Shoe Sole?
Far from the sexiest boot topics covered on this site (fire-treated leather comes to mind), boots soles are overlooked by many. There isn’t much point in
How to Wear Chukka Boots | 8 Styles For Every Guy
Chukka boots are strange beasts. With their unstructured toes, low-cut uppers, and thin soles, at first glance they are more like a high-top sneaker than a
The 5 Best Chelsea Boots for Work | Yes, You Can Work In Chelseas
Depending on your background, Chelsea boots might be stylish urban boots, rugged riding boots, or footwear for manual labor. Variants of the Chelsea
How I Learned Bootmaking In 5 Days (In Guatemala)
After months of preparation, filming, and editing, it's finally ready: How I Learned Bootmaking. In five days. In Guatemala. It all started when I visited
Do Boots Run Big or Small? Your Guide to the Perfect Fit
Well, do boots run big or small? It's not a terrible question, especially if you mostly wear sneakers, because most boots run about a half to a whole size
Can You Take the Steel Toe Out of Boots?
Steel toe boots are not only eye-catching but they also protect your toes from a variety of hazardous conditions. However, one of the most common challenges of
