Steve Madden’s new fall collection features what else? Boots, boots and more boots! He has incorporated styles varying from full knee length to fun-sized booties. But where did his inspirations come from? His looks resemble
styles often seen by outdoorsmen and horseback riders. Yes, I am talking about those manly hiking boots and classy horseback riding boots. I know you are all curious about what makes these styles “Steve Madden worthy”, because let’s face
it; he is kind of a shoe God.
Hiking boots originated in 1906 here in the good ‘ole USA strictly for the men and women of the wilderness and have grown into what they are today: sturdy, durable, and dare I say comfortable. They have made their influences on the manliest of jobs: the hands-on workers, construction workers, steel makers and whatever else kind of job would require a steel-toed shoe and a hard hat.
The riding boot had its debut in a more upscale tone. England was one of the first countries to sport a boot for horseback riding. Typically, these were seen worn by the high-class tea sippers who owned show horses. Their first riding boots came in four different heights, depending on the preference of the rider. However, they were made for all of the same reasons as the hiking boot: comfort for the man or woman who wore them.
Steve Madden's new fall collection adds just the perfect amount of twist to these styles an
d makes them a must have for this fall. And to top it off, according to zappos.com the reviews of the boots are nothing but five stars for comfort and style with customers saying, “These boots are great”. Looks like they are living up to their original boots’ reputation!
Abbi Miles
