Custom cowboy boots bring several advantages, from perfect fit to beautiful craftsmanship. But in order to achieve those benefits, they must be fitted to your specific measurements and designed as per your vision. Today’s we’ll go over what you can anticipate during the foot measurement and design consultation phases.
Choosing the Design Elements
Before you can get fitted for your new boots, you first have to choose the style (toe, heel, and top), as well as the kind of leather you want. From classic to modern, there’s no limit to the customization options at your disposal.
1. Toe Style
Here at Little’s Boot Company, we offer everything from traditional round toes to sharp pointed toes, with leathers that are handpicked for quality and durability.
There are many toe styles to choose from, including:
- Square box
- Small round
- Medium round
- Large round
Whether you want more room to spread out your toes, or you’re looking for a fancy pointed toe, there is a shape for you.
2. Heel Style
The type of heel you choose will dictate the purpose and function of the boots. Choose from walking heels and riding heels according to your lifestyle and comfort.
- 1 3/8 in. Flat Walking Slightly Tapered
- 1 1/2 in. Flat Walking Tapered
- 1 5/8 in. Semi-Walking
Heel height is key to comfort, functionality, and style. If comfort is your main goal, go with a lower block style. For a boot with fashion as the main purpose, go with a higher tapered heel. The way we build our boots here at Little’s, we create a finished product that distributes your weight evenly, making sure that even taller heels are comfortable.
3. Top Style
This is essentially what the top of the boot will look like, with varying heights and beautiful designs that capture your personality.
4. Leather
And finally, the type of leather you want is the last step in the design selection process. Here at Little’s, we meticulously choose and cut from corresponding portions of leather skins to guarantee harmonious pattern matches. Choose from the following leather types:
- Crocodile and alligator
- Calf
- Elephant
- Kangaroo
- Ostrich
From type and tone of the leather to inlays, overlays, and stitching, this is where the truly customized portion of the design phase kicks in.
5. Accessories
To really bring your custom cowboy boots full circle, you can choose some accessories to go with them, such as signature wallets and leather belts (Ranger, Tapered, or Straight styles).
Taking Measurements
Now it’s time to measure your feet to ensure a precise, comfortable fit. During your fitting, your foot will be traced and measured in many places to create the “last”, which is a polyethylene form shaped like your foot. Custom measurements are an integral part of the process, enabling us to adjust your last and the basis of your boot.
The designer takes it from there, creating custom patterns and working with you to finalize the design. Individual pieces of leather are tirelessly assessed against one another to ensure a precise match on both boots. From stitching to crafting vamps and creating custom insoles, there are about 300 steps involved in building a pair of custom cowboy boots!
All you have to worry about is the foot measurement process and input on the design. So how long does the whole process take from start to finish? Well, it certainly doesn’t happen overnight. In fact, a pair of Little’s custom cowboy boots can take up to nine months to create.
Fit is Key
Anyone can walk into a store and buy a pair of cowboy boots off the shelf, but there’s a good chance they won’t fit snugly, last long, or even provide a comfortable experience. Custom cowboy boots remove those negative possibilities and leave only the positive: beautiful boots that fit perfectly to your feet and legs, built on long-lasting comfort and a precise fit.
Without a great fit, great-looking boots serve no purpose other than to sit on a shelf or in a box.
Get Fitted For Your Custom Cowboy Boots From Little’s Boot Company Today
Now that you know what to expect during the foot measurement and design consultation phases, it’s time to get started. Call us now to book an appointment at (210) 923-2221 for your custom boot fitting. Little’s Boot Company can customize anything from cowboy boots to belts and accessories.