Noah Smith - Shoe Lover

Leather boots have long been a symbol of strength, durability, and style. But while leather boots have long been worn by ranchers, miners, loggers, soldiers, cowboys, and other hardworking individuals, they also have gained popularity among the general population. Our selection of leather boots for men includes classic styles like cowboy boots and Lace-topped boots that are both stylish and practical whether you're working or kicking back. Leather boots have been around for a long time, but they're still as relevant as ever. In fact, the earliest leather boots date back thousands of years to the Bronze Age. Yet through all these years, boots have remained an article of clothing that can be worn season after season. No matter if you choose a pair ideal for professional wear or for a more casual look, a well-made pair of leather boots can last for years if properly cared for. The benefits of real leather shoes- 1. Breathability- This pair of lace-up shoes feature breathability i...

  An Autumn / Winter collection staple in the Barker collection is the Chelsea boot , an iconic shoe design that has existed for over 200 years and has been worn by Victorian royalty and Sixties rock and roll bands during this time.   The history of the Chelsea boot traces back to the 1800s when cobbler J. Sparkes-Hall designed the first Chelsea boot for Queen Victoria in 1837. Known at the time as ‘paddock boots’ the time-saving elastic sides were made from vulcanised rubber, an invention which saw sulphur added to rubber to make it more resistant, elasticated, and vital for the creation of the Chelsea boot .   Sparkes-Hall’s concept of an elastic sided boot at the time was an significant breakthrough in footwear design compared to the traditional lace up boots. Sparkes-Hall patented the ‘elastic ankle boots’ in 1851 where it soon became an essential boot for country and equestrian life. Remaining a firm favourite in country fashion the Chelsea boot also became a fashion...