Shaft height and heels
How tall the boot is, and what it stands on.
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Shaft height
The shaft is the part of the boot above the heel and ankle. Makers measure it in different ways, so read the product details.
Ankle, mid, and tall
- Ankle boots end at or just above the ankle.
- Mid-calf boots end partway up the calf.
- Knee high boots reach near the knee. Check the calf width as well as the foot size.
Heels
- Flat or low heels sit close to the ground.
- Block heels are wide and square.
- Stacked heels are built up from layers.
- Western heels are taller and angled. Western boots
Tall boot storage
Tall shafts can slump and crease. A shaft shaper helps. Storing boots
FAQ
The measurement around the shaft. Makers list it differently.
It can feel different. Try them on.
General information only. Follow the boot maker's care instructions and the directions on any care product. Test a product on a hidden spot first, because some products can darken leather.
What the leather is
Full grain, top grain, and what the words mean.
