7 Rules To PROPERLY Match Boots With Your Outfit
[0:00:00] When you think about boots, what comes to
mind? Maybe a pair like this, or maybe a pair like this. Hmm, you smell good. Baby, don't
worry. I ain’t going to tell my wife about us.
Seriously, gents, when it comes to boots, you've got options. And that's rule number
one, gentlemen, know your options. Know what you've got available to you. If you're playing
a game and you've only got one move or you're playing on a team and you've only got one
type of player, you're going to be hampered, you're going to be stale, you're going to
be easy to predict, and you're not going to win at the game of style. When it comes down
to boots, understand, guys, tons of options out there. So, let me show you something.
First up, we've got a classic laced boot in black. What you're going to notice about this
right here is it's utilitarian. This is going to work with a wide variety of different outfits.
I know a lot of guys are going to default to this and nothing wrong with that. This
is a great foundation boot especially if black shoes are already in your wardrobe.
But, let's say you're not into black shoes, you want to bring in something a bit more
fun. Well, start looking around, there's tons of different options. And, the first option
is to change up the color. Yes, you may already have boots in this particular style, but do
you have them in a wide variety of colors? If you love the style, you understand there's
tons of different styles out there, but this is your go-to, then don't be afraid to have
some different colors especially made from different materials.
When I say different materials, I'm talking not just about color. I'm talking about different
types of leather coming from different types of animals. You can even look at different
cuts of the leather, perhaps suede. But let's also look at maybe changing up some of the
style details. Right here, notice all of the sudden we've
got a cap toe. A small detail makes the boot a little bit more casual, but actually it
grabs a bit of attention. I think it's a great small detail to add onto a pair of boots.
Now, gents, you're going to see a lot of boots in today's video. If you want to grab any
of them, go over to Thursday Boots. I'm putting a link down in the description. They are the
sponsor of today's video and I've talked about this company for years because I believe in
what they're doing. They are creating amazing boots at a fair price that you can buy directly
from them. And, guys, go check out their website, look
at all the options because all the different styles I'm showing you high quality boots
are at an affordable price over at their website. Yes, starting at 149 bucks, gents.
Now, when it comes to Thursday, first up, let's talk quality build. So, this is a pair
that I owned for years and, I, yes, I cut in half because I wanted to be able to show
you guys what's inside these boots, how they pay attention to the construction to the things
that most people can't see. So, when you go in here and you see, oh, they've got a shape.
I can see that they've got an inner leather lining and they've paid attention to all the
things that matter when it comes to shoe construction. And, speaking of their practicality, let's
talk about how Thursday brings it into everything they build. So, even their suede, they use
weatherproof suede. Yes, guys. You've got to love it when they bring in great-looking
boots like this that are functional that can add a lot of dimension to your wardrobe at
the same time you're going to be able to wear them get a lot of miles and not worry about
damaging them. So, guys, go check them out this is easily
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Thursday Boots. I'm linking to them down in the description. Use that link, guys. Go check
them out, such an amazing company I'm proud to support them.
Now, continuing on with options, let's talk about a boots a lot of guys look over and
that is the chukka, the classic desert boot. Been around for about seventy years or at
least made popular in the last seventy years. This is a great looking classic boot that
you can dress up you can dress down. Right here, I could dress this down with an indigo
pair of dark jeans and it would just look amazing with the texture right here in the
suede. Now, this pair of chukkas right here, notice
it's got the classic leather upper right here. This dark brown would work great with a number
of options, but you can't really dress this up. Why? Because the contrasting sole. Right
here, this is going to make it casual. I know a lot of younger guys absolutely love this
look. And, I think it's good, it's actually a very functional sole that actually has no
heel, so you're going to have more surface area touching the ground.
Now, you can also bring in a bold color. Right here, we've got a blue suede, and let's look
at how there's no contrast with the sole one compared to that last one. And let's look
at the sole. We've got a nice rubber sole, so very functional. It does have a heel, so
if you're a bit of a shorter guy, this is going to give you an extra inch and a half
in height. Next up, we've got the classic Chelsea right
here in black. What I love about this, you can dress it up you can dress it down. I can
wear this with a suit in inclement weather. I could even dress this down with a pair of
jeans. But, if I was going to wear jeans, I would
probably go with something more like this. Going to provide contrast, we've got the Indigo
jeans with right here the textured suede, that's going to be a better look. Chelseas
are great. They're versatile slip them on and off when you're going through security,
a great style to know. Now, most of the style options you're going
to see out there are for looks, but I also like it when you've got a style option that
is functional like this pair of boots right here. Notice we've got the zipper, so guess
what? You just zip down and you can slip boots off. At the same time, you've got the function
and the overall look of the lacing if you so choose to use it. Point being is you have
options. Now, with this boot I got right here, do you
notice the immediate difference? Look at the height. Right here, it's going to be a bit
shorter. This is going to be a traditional five eyelet boot, very simple. I know a lot
of people like this style. It's kind of transitions between the shoe and the boot, but it's still
considered a boot and right here just a great overall look.
[0:04:51] Now, another style option is going to be broguing,
and that's whenever they cut small holes into the leather. It's got a long history. I've
talked about it in other videos, but understand that it looks amazing. It oftentimes does
increase the price of the boot and it does make the boot a bit more casual, but, guys,
just look at the results, just beautiful pair of boots right here.
Another functional design is the moccasin boot. Now, why is a moccasin boot functional?
Because it really comes down to comfort. When you look at the size and the shape of the
toe box on a moccasin boot, it's going to be more forgiving than a lot of other boots.
So, if you've got boots you've got issues with your feet not fitting in the boots, you
may want to try a moccasin design. In addition, because right here we don't have
a heel, we've got more surface area that's going to touch basically the ground. So, if
you're going to be in my area we get, you know, sleet and rain and ice, this is a great
pair of boots for being able to traverse that kind of condition.
Now, what if you want to look like a rock star? Then, find a pair of boots that scream
for attention or a little bit more subtle and their style sets them apart. So, this
pair of jodhpurs right here, notice right here we just got an overall just unique look.
You've got that buckle right here, you got a strap going around. Just a beautiful pair
of boots. I own and wear these personally. I can tell
you guys I have gotten compliments on these multiple times. Strangely enough, all have
been asking where did I get these boots because they want to grab them.
And, check out this pair right, guys. I've got them in brown chocolate, we've got that
silver ring with small bits of detail right there the hardware in the zipper functional,
so you can zip it up and slip them on and off. I love boots like this that really just
they think a little bit more courage to wear. They're a little bit more fashion-forward,
but when you wear boots like this, you are going to grab attention and get compliments.
The next boot rule you've got to know, understand proportion. So, a pair of boots like these,
these are large proportioned boots. You're not going to want to wear them with other
pieces of clothing which is going to fit you really close the body. So, if you're going
to be wearing thin or skinny jeans and you wear boots like this, guys, that is not a
good combination. So, understand if you're going to wear delicate
boots, then you can wear more delicate clothing. If you wear heavy hardy boots, understand
that, yes, and there are delicate boots there are oftentimes boots with a very sleek design
that are still a basic boot. Maybe in the chelsea a little bit more of dress boots,
but when you wear something that's going to be clunky, you want to wear larger pieces
with it. The next rule, gentlemen, is to understand
all boots by definition are casual, so treat them as such. If you want to get dressed up
and wear a tux or you're to be wearing a suit, understand that's the domain of shoes of oxfords.
But, if you really want to wear a pair of boots maybe the weather calls for it, then,
yes, you can pull off maybe a pair of black chelseas with a suit. I'm not going to say
that you can't do it, but in general this is going to be something you want to be careful
with. Even boots like this which I absolutely love
the look of, this is casual. Now, I can wear this with jeans, I could wear it with jeans
and a sports jacket, but I wouldn't really wear this with a suit unless the weather was
really bad and, yeah, I didn't care what anyone thought.
The next rule for wearing boots, make sure they've got a good supporting cast, pay attention
to the jeans. You want to make sure that the taper, the cut, the style of the trousers
that you're wearing whether they’d be jeans or odd trousers work with the boots that you
buy. So, jeans that work with these boots right
here aren't necessarily going to work with these boots right here. Why? It's just simply
a height issue. It's also going to be, hey, will the jeans workaround. Again, if you're
wearing a slimmer cut jeans, you may find they're just not going to work with this.
Now, there are workarounds. A lot of guys they roll their jeans. How do you do that?
Guys, I've got you covered with this video right here. I will link to that down in the
description. But, in that video, I do talk about how to roll your jeans properly to match
them with the boots. Now, this next point I've alluded to, but
understand the color of the boots the material that they're made from will have an effect
on the formality. Now, in general, remember, all boots are casual, but these boots right
here are going to be dressier than these boots right here. Why? Simply because black is a
dressier color. Darker colors in general will be more formal.
Now, this next rule is critical and so few guys actually do this and that is take care
of your investment. When you buy boots, actually buy some polish by a boot brush all at the
same time. After you wear the boots, you want to wipe
them down, you want to brush and get rid of the dirt. Why? You don't want that salt going
in there and drying out the leather. You want to remove and you want to apply the polish.
Why? A layer of polish, this is wax this is going to be water-resistant, it's going to
ensure that your boots last longer. Don't know what color to get? Then, find a
neutral polish. And there are tons of other options out there. If you want to get in and
condition your boots, understand this is not a polish. A conditioner is going to actually
enter the leather and it's going to keep it soft and supple. You only need to do that
maybe once a month if you wear the boots every day or once every few months or even once
a season if you wear them, you know, not really regular. You can go through and you can use
edge dressing on the side and the boots. That's going to keep the nice color.
And if you're really worried about, hey, I'm going to be walking to a lot of slush through
snow, then look at a snow seal. Look at something that’s actually going to protect the boots.
Again, that layer right there of water-resistant material is going to keep the water from penetrating
the boots. [0:09:53]
When water goes into the boots, what it does is it doesn't damage it when it enters, but
when it leaves and it pulls moisture out, that's when it damages the boots. So, whether
you're using mink oil, and if you use something like this, again, remember when you're applying
a material, test a small portion of it on maybe the back of the boot on the inside tongue
to make sure it doesn't darken the boots because things like this will darken light color leathers.
And, if you're worried about darkening light color leathers, then look for certain silicone
sprays or something. There are options out there which will not penetrate the leather,
but will still put a layer of protective coat on it to keep the elements at bay.
Now, this next rule is not a hard and fast one, but I know a lot of guys just starting
off they love these simple rules that make it easy to match everything and that is match
your leathers with your leathers. So, your belt, your watch strap, your boot,
if you're going to go with black, then go with black all around, makes it really easy
to pair things to put them together. But, what about with boots that actually don't
match up or you maybe you go with the suede you go with a pair of bold boots? Don't worry.
As long as you get something that's closer or you feel confident with the combination.
Now, notice the combination here I didn't even think about it. I've got silver and silver.
Oftentimes, we gravitate towards blacks, browns, silver because of our skin tone. Maybe you're
a gold kind of guy. So, just make sure that you kind of keep that in the family when you're
just starting off. But, if you're more advanced, you can throw that stuff out the window and
you can put together whatever you want. All right. So, let's talk about mistakes.
Mistake number one is overpaying for crappy boots. In fact, buying crappy boots. How do
you identify bad quality boots? Because most of the time they're glued together.
Now, there are some boots out there that are glued that it makes sense because of the construction
and the way that they're going for the design of the shoe, but the vast majority of high
quality shoes are going to be stitched together. They're going to use a Goodyear welt they're
going to use either a Blake stitch. There is a difference in the construction. But,
if you see either of these type of shoes know that you're getting in general a highly constructed
high quality shoe. Why? Because it costs a lot more money and it gives the shoe the ability
to be resoled. The next deadly mistake, buying a pair of
boots that are made from an inferior material when it comes to the upper. If it's not leather
if it's a synthetic material, you want to be very careful. They're not going to be as
breathable and they're not going to be able to stand up to a lot of the wear and tear
that leather is capable of. In addition, you want to make sure you're
getting tier 1 leather. There is a difference between tier 1, tier 2, tier 3, and tier 4.
Tier 3 and 4, if you ever find boots that say they're made from that, avoid them at
all cost because it comes down to being able to absorb water and be resistant to water.
Tier 3, tier 4, and even tier 2 actually don't do a great job of repelling water naturally,
that's why you want to go with tier 1 boots when it comes to leather.
The next deadly mistake when it comes to buying boots, not paying attention to the sole. So,
right here, we've got a rubber sole. A lot of people are going to say, oh, you need a
leather sole for high quality boots. Not exactly, it depends on the function of the boot.
This is a pair of combat boots. I want a rubber sole that’s going to have traction that
is going to be able to do its job which is to provide support when I'm going through
the mud or out hiking. Now, if I've got a pair of dress boots or
a pair of cross functional boots, I want something that has traction, but also has the leather
sole. This is going to be in general a sign of quality. But, I like that this manufacturer
paid attention to, you know, these little details right, so it's going to give me a
bit more traction. But, if I want a really dressy boot and I
don't really care so much about traction, then I want to go for the straight leather
sole. Right here, leather soles are oftentimes a great sign of quality. Why? Because they're
more expensive and they take a little bit more time in the construction and the build.
And, what's the biggest mistake you can make when it comes to boots? Gentlemen, that one's
easy, not wearing them. Guys, if you need proof as to why you should wear boots, check
out this video right here, five ways wearing boots makes you more attractive. In this video,
I go into research. It is a great video, so go check it out, guys, and find out why you
need to wear boots. [0:13:40] End of audio