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*Motorcycle Boots - Similar to work boots but often with steel plates. | *Motorcycle Boots - Similar to work boots but often with steel plates. | ||
*Fashion Boots - A type of boot in vogue, generally expensive and designed with aesthetic value taking precedence over practicality. | *Fashion Boots - A type of boot in vogue, generally expensive and designed with aesthetic value taking precedence over practicality. | ||
| + | *Rubber boots - Also known as Wellington boots, these boots are waterproof and are most often made from rubber or a synthetic equivalent. They are usually worn when walking on wet or muddy ground, or to protect the wearer from heavy showers. In Britain, there is a light-hearted sport, known as wellie wanging, which involves throwing Wellington boots as far as possible. The boots, especially Black Rubber, are also popular items among many people. | ||
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Revision as of 00:17, March 29, 2007
Boots are a type of footwear that completely cover the foot and extend to a varying degree up the leg.
Types of Boots
- Work boots - Tough working footwear that are usually made of leather, have a tough sole with a deep tread and often has a steel toe for extra protection.
- Combat Boots - High-ankled work boots worn by soldiers.
- Cowboy Boots - Traditional American footwear, usually fashioned out of snake skin, have pointed toes, and are slipped onto the foot.
- Motorcycle Boots - Similar to work boots but often with steel plates.
- Fashion Boots - A type of boot in vogue, generally expensive and designed with aesthetic value taking precedence over practicality.
- Rubber boots - Also known as Wellington boots, these boots are waterproof and are most often made from rubber or a synthetic equivalent. They are usually worn when walking on wet or muddy ground, or to protect the wearer from heavy showers. In Britain, there is a light-hearted sport, known as wellie wanging, which involves throwing Wellington boots as far as possible. The boots, especially Black Rubber, are also popular items among many people.