Wondering what the most popular cowboy boot brands are? Here’s an introduction—all these brands are well-renowned in the western scene, and for a good reason.
Lucchese
Founded in 1883, Lucchese is an El Paso, Texas-based brand. These are some of the most high-end country western boots, and their quality and price tag reflect that. Their most popular boots are handmade by Texas artisans and worn by presidents and celebrities alike—Teddy Roosevelt, John Wayne, and Matthew McConaughey, to name a few.
Lucchese offers boots made both from cowhide and exotic leather. Did you know these are the official boots of the Dallas Cowboy Cheerleaders?
Ariat
Since their creation, Ariat boots have been a staple of the cowboy boot scene. They’re the official sponsor of Professional Bull Riders for a reason. Renowned for their comfort, durability, and style, Ariat boots were the first to mix athletic shoe technology with cowboy boots.
Their unique design made them much more comfortable than most other boots at the time, and they still stand out today. They feature genuine, water-resistant leather and other high-quality materials.
Justin
Founded by Herman Joseph Justin in 1879, Justin boots have stood the test of time. Justin began making boots that featured decorative stitching on their shaft, which stiffened the leather. Today, this is one of the hallmark identifiers of a pair of cowboy boots. It’s said that the patterns commonly used by modern boot designers were Justin’s designs.
The “best looking and best-made boots in America” take 200 steps and six weeks to make a single pair. These boots are 100 percent leather and sold at affordable prices; two attributes not usually found together.
The Western cowboy boot has a long and storied history, and these popular cowboy boot brands are only an introduction. If you’re interested in trying out a pair of boots yourself, there’s no better place to start than Country View Western Store’s incredible boot selection. With plenty of brands and styles to choose from, there’s a boot for every cowboy.