Comments on: Vintage Riding Boots

By: mtb

mtb — Wed, 28 Apr 2010 10:29:06 +0000

i broke the code on breaking my riding boots in. Obernauf’s Heavy Duty L.P leather preservative. I got a dollar sample size at a cowboy boot and supply store (about the size of a bare minerals foundation container). I will never run out, it goes pretty far.
I heated my boot up with my blow dryer, rubbed the (beeswax) LP into the leather on both the inside AND the outside, stuffed the heck out of them with wet wadded up newspaper and stuck them about a foot in front of a space heater for 15 mins, then left them to dry on their own for a day.
When dry one fit great the other was snug so i rubbed them both inside and out, put them on with wool socks for about 20 mins, repeated this the next day and now i hate to take my boots off.
A good leather protector will soften the leather. One note…my Frye boots (i totally agree with the above poster) were a absofraginlutely beautiful shade of an umberish olive colour before the protectant. Now they’re a deeper shade but they feel great!
You might try a google search for rubber dressage boots for rainy mucky days on the subway. They look like leather but are great for snow, rain, salt, etc.
Love your mum!

By: Priscilla

Priscilla — Mon, 15 Mar 2010 17:10:27 +0000

Miss your updates. Hope you are well.

By: LW

LW — Sat, 13 Mar 2010 20:48:38 +0000

cute story. the apple doesn’t fall far from the tree.

i sprung for full priced authentic Ariat cowgirl boots at a “real” western store last spring. they were stiff as boards but after selectively wearing them an hour here or there, i can honestly say i’ve broken them in . real leather will mold to your foot….. eventually. btw, i rock these investment boots with my thrift wear wardrobe…..

your blog is awesome and it’s funny. thanks!
thx.

By: Meghann

Meghann — Sat, 13 Mar 2010 17:15:11 +0000

My next trunk show is March 23rd at 6pm in Union square – I hope you can come by! after that I will have a little booth at the Artists and fleas market off bedford ave – exclusively vintage there and same great prices.

By: A Rider

A Rider — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 18:42:40 +0000

I read this hoping your post would contain a brand. Just like in the fashion world, riding boots get expensive, and in my experience the more expensive ones break in faster and are far more comfortable. If you bought a pair of crappy ones I can only cringe at what your feet may be feeling! Riding boots are (I agree with a previous comment) for riding! I would never even think of wearing mine as fashion even if when pressed for time I’ve worn them to class. Like in fashion though, trust me, you know what brands will kill you.
This was a super cute post though!

By: Krishji

Krishji — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 19:15:45 +0000

THE cutest story ever! Your mom rocks my world. I also live my life in tall flat black boots – knee-high Dr. Martin’s with the Soles Bouncing! Those shoes last for five years or more. You may need to have the zipper replaced sometimes, but that’s not too pricey.

By: Sage

Sage — Sun, 07 Mar 2010 16:58:32 +0000

OMG!
Ok THAT is about the cutest thing I’ve ever read…on BOTH ends of the story..MY how we learn from our own children…it NEVER ends!
now…if I could just learn to play the guitar….
just sign me..another proud mom
sage

By: Sarade

Sarade — Fri, 05 Mar 2010 13:16:34 +0000

I once had a pair of black riding boots from Enzo Angiolini, and they lasted for years. Why I parted with them, I do not know. They were so versatile, and fit like a glove. Have I ever seen a pair since that has not cost at least $350 for the same look? No! My Enzo boots were perfect for late night adventures and long walks alike. I miss them!

By: jocelyne

jocelyne — Fri, 05 Mar 2010 03:25:30 +0000

I love the black boots with the laces!!! I recently purchased some brown riding boots on ebay, they fit great but I have the same problem with the ouchies. The thick piece of leather that goes down the back of the boot basically cuts into the back of my foot.

I actually gave in and bought (via a birthday gift) some expensive (for me) ASH (fake) riding boots on bluefly because I wanted something classic and comfy. Now I just need to decide what to do with my first pair. I guess I can try the moleskin method because they are darker than the new ones, so it would be nice to keep them.

Do you notice that they are slippery on the soles? I have a problem with almost falling all the time due to the little metal nails on the sole. Maybe they are a hazard to my health and its best to sell them……IDK???

By: Dina

Dina — Fri, 05 Mar 2010 02:24:49 +0000

Here’s your problem: legit riding boots are made for RIDING! Not walking except for just a bit between the stalls and the arena, etc. They will always kill yer feets if you walk alot in them!
You need some Frye boots! They wear like iron and once broken in, are comfy. I’m sure you could find some on Etsy or eBay…
P.S. love your blog, can’t wait to see what this big project is you’re working on!
Cheers
Dina

By: abs

abs — Fri, 05 Mar 2010 01:30:44 +0000

just fyi- in case you are ever in need of another pair of riding boots- you could have paid about $10 more and gotten a similar pair- brand new from dover saddlery- i don’t know if you ever rode dressage- but they really have nice selection.
http://equestrian.doversaddlery.com/search?p=Q&lbc=doversaddlery&uid=520834720&ts=catnav&ref=wintersale&w=*&af=catsub:ridingboots%20cat:ridingapparel&isort=globalpop&method=and&view=grid&cnt=300