Similar to cowboy boot toe styles, cowboy boot heels can trip you up (both literally and figuratively). There’s not quite as much difference in opinion on what the various heel styles should be called, but some companies use different terms for the same heel. And while cowboy boot heels are...
Alvies boots are made to feel broken in from the start. Part of that comes from our roomier toe box, which gives your toes some breathing room. So while our men’s boots have traditionally come in a D width, the toe box feels like an E. But for those gentlemen...
When you’re looking to buy a new pair of boots, picking the right leather is a big part of the decision. Of course, the leather used has a direct effect on the look of the boot. But each type has other unique properties that might make them a better fit...
As you search for the perfect cowboy boot, you’ll probably come across a bunch of different names for toe styles. Sometimes a name describes exactly what the toe looks like, and sometimes it’s just a letter or number. Most toes have at least a couple of different names. For instance,...
Cowhide is the world’s most popular boot leather (except among cows) because of its classic look and unmatched durability. Alvies cowhide leather boots are made with the highest quality leathers available, so they don’t require much in the way of regular maintenance. But if they do need to be cleaned...
Also known as "alligator lizard," Teju leather classes you up without overdoing it. Alvies Teju lizard boots are made with the highest quality leather for a unique look that will last a lifetime — and then some — with a bit of regular maintenance. Teju leather can run pretty dry,...
Python boots have long been associated with badasses. Alvies python boots are made from high-quality leather that will ensure a lifetime of badassery — and then some. Your boots can look great for years with hardly any effort. But if they get dirty, here’s how to clean them without drying them...
Most people are probably familiar with the general shape of the cowboy boot, which can seem sneakily simple. But there’s a lot going on there. Even seasoned boot wearers may not know all the different parts. Some are the same as regular, less-cool shoes — but others are unique to...
The Alvies blog is a sappy-yet-also-hard-rocking love song to boots: how they’re made, how they’re worn, and who they’re for (spoiler: they’re for everyone). It’s also a tribute to the great city of Austin, Texas. And a place to get the latest Alvies news.
