BOOT PORN
I have been a customer of Stomper's boots in SF since they opened, almost 20 years ago.
They sell MANY product lines, but my favorite has been WesCo, in particular I love that you can get measured for custom boots at the shop, and a a few months later a pair of boots more comfortable than sneakers (albeit heavier) will be given to you.
Recently, a new partner was brought on board at the shop (Ken) and he has shaken up things in a generally good way.
One thing he has done, is started to be less "male-centric" ... and now is ALSO pushing both of the Women's lines.
Now, the first line are women specific "work boots" ... but still some downright pretty ones like these Athenas,
, or these
, both of which can be custom made for around $600 .... but THEN you get to their new product line and OMFG!!!!
THIS BOOT ... in black base with red Leather... LORI NEEDS IT!!!!!!!
Reviews below
http://www.wwd.com/footwear-news/markets/first-look-at-van-spijker-3206743
http://www.wsatoday.com/industry-news/industry-news/van-spijker-shines-at-the-wsa-show.html
Yes, pricey, but so bloody worth it!!!
They sell MANY product lines, but my favorite has been WesCo, in particular I love that you can get measured for custom boots at the shop, and a a few months later a pair of boots more comfortable than sneakers (albeit heavier) will be given to you.
Recently, a new partner was brought on board at the shop (Ken) and he has shaken up things in a generally good way.
One thing he has done, is started to be less "male-centric" ... and now is ALSO pushing both of the Women's lines.
Now, the first line are women specific "work boots" ... but still some downright pretty ones like these Athenas,
, or these
, both of which can be custom made for around $600 .... but THEN you get to their new product line and OMFG!!!!
THIS BOOT ... in black base with red Leather... LORI NEEDS IT!!!!!!!
Reviews below
http://www.wwd.com/footwear-news/markets/first-look-at-van-spijker-3206743
http://www.wsatoday.com/industry-news/industry-news/van-spijker-shines-at-the-wsa-show.html
Yes, pricey, but so bloody worth it!!!