Where to shop for boots in Austin
Get Your Kicks
Words by Sam Lauron Photo by Tecovas
A good pair of boots can be worn year-round, and with spring just around the corner, it’s time to dust off the old kicks and snag a trusty pair of boots to add to the collection. Austin offers plenty of places to shop for this timeless Southern staple.
Helm Boots
Helm’s boots may not be of the cowboy variety, but there’s certainly a need for these high-quality leather shoes in every closet. Since 2009, Helm has been crafting modern yet classic footwear with an attention to detail and a design made to last. In fact, the process for making each pair of Helm boots entails 133 steps! Swing by their East 11th Street flagship to find a pair that will effortlessly elevate any everyday outfit.
1200 E. 11th St., Ste. 101 | helmboots.com
Gomez Western Wear
Get dressed from head to toe with the wide selection of clothing and accessories found at Gomez Western Wear. The Cameron Road shop carries everything needed to make up an entire vintage cowboy-approved outfit, from hats and denim to belts and boots. They even carry saddlery products, too.
5341 Cameron Rd. | gomezwesternwear.net
Tecovas
With their clean and minimalist design, the boots found at Tecovas are a modern take on a classic style. Handcrafted for comfort, these boots can be worn as easily for a night on the town as they can for a day at the rodeo. Pop by their newly opened South Congress flagship to shop men’s and women’s boots, clothing, and leather accessories.
1333 S. Congress Ave., Ste. 160 | tecovas.com
New Bohemia Vintage
There’s something special about a vintage find. Clothing and accessories from another era are storied pieces with built-in character. Not to mention, the hunt for the perfect piece is half the fun! Shop for a pair of timeless boots to add to your collection by perusing New Bohemia’s curated selection. The longtime Austin establishment offers rare finds in clothing, shoes, and jewelry.
4631 Airport Blvd., Ste. 116 | @newboatx
Texas Boot Company
Texas Boot Company is located about 15 miles east of the airport, which means classic cowboy boots are just a short drive away. The Bastrop boot outpost offers a massive selection of boots and Western wear. The boots and accessories found here range in style, shape, design, and color which means there’s bound to be something for everyone.
733 Old Austin Highway | texasbootcompany.com
