These Boots Are Made for Walking: Best Boots for Men
RM Williams
Every fashionable gent needs a good pair of boots in their wardrobe. With endless styles on offer, choosing the ideal pair can be a little overwhelming. That’s why we’ve handpicked five of our favourite boots that always deliver when it comes to quality and design.
R.M. WILLIAMS CRAFTSMAN BOOT
It would be un-Australian not to include a pair of RM’s. A staple of every 20-something’s wardrobe, the classic Chelsea boot has been a best seller since the first pair walked out of R.M. Williams’ workshop in 1966. Available in a raft of colours and styles, the Craftsman Boot is timeless. Wear with chinos and a shirt for a day at the races, or jeans and a jacket for a night on the town. $699
CLARKS DESERT BOOT
British footwear leaders Clarks take on the Chukka boot is an eye-catching design crafted from premium suede/leather. Clean lines with a subdued two-eyelet lace-up fastening mark the minimalist construction inspired by a pair of old boots Nathan Clark came across in Cairo’s Old Bazaar. Timeless charm merges with chic comfort for a boot that doesn’t break the bank. $259.95
RED WING IRON RANGER
With a commitment to American craftsmanship, Red Wing’s Heritage range is spearheaded by the Iron Ranger. First worn by iron miners in the ‘30s who spent their days underground, the modern iteration of the Iron Ranger pays tribute to the original six-inch boot with the signature and durable leather toe cap. This leather legend is built with a Goodyear welt and Puritan triple-stitch construction, which means it’s as strong as an Ox and ready to combat the elements. $595
DANNER BULL RUN GTX
Look good while working hard with Danner’s Bull Run GTX. A boot for all seasons, this American classic is ready for any weather condition thanks to its GORE-TEX lining that’s 100 per cent waterproof. Constructed with a full grain oiled upper leather, oil and slip-resistant outsole and Danner’s trademark stitchdown fabrication, this is footwear for the modern bloke who’s happy to get dirty while still looking the goods. $440.80
WOLVERINE I-90 DURASHOCKS MOC-TOE CARBONMAX WORK BOOT
Wolverine is another Stateside boot company with a long history of supplying high-quality workmanship for more than a century. The I-90 is an updated version of their Moc-Toe work boot – a lightweight, fashionable boot pairing genuine full-grain leather upper and time-tested Goodyear welt construction with a steel-tapped toe to keep you safe and stylish. $179.95
