By Lisa Anthony
I always try to keep my readers in touch with the latest trends in women’s and men’s western boot accessories and western wear accessories. Sometimes a trend I see via sales on certain fashions is so exciting, I want to share it. This past holiday season had me scrambling fulfilling orders, but the merchandise I found us shipping the most were boot bracelets. That continues even into January, February, and March of this year.
Why have boot anklet bracelets gained so much popularity? There are a couple key reasons. First, boot wear overall is very popular this year. This includes western boots and fashion boots. Boots are stylish, spicy, and popular. Second, women are looking for more ways to ‘kick their boots up a notch’. Boots are getting more expensive. Often it makes great sense to buy plain boots that can be flexible with many outfits. Sometimes you want to add decoration and accessories to those boots. Straps or chains are sometimes too much and are more casual. A great boot bracelet can provide some attraction to your boots, and make them more stylish, exciting, and sexy. This can certainly be classified sometimes as ‘cowgirl bling’, but what I am finding is most women just like the added style a great boot anklet bracelet can provide. Third, bare anklet bracelets have been popular for years. Wearing them on the outside of your boots as an accessory is a natural extension. Despite the popularity of both, there are some key differences between regular anklet bracelets and boot anklet bracelets.
Boot bracelets need to be made with more weight than regular ankle bracelets. Make sure if you intend to buy a boot ankle bracelet it is a bracelet made specifically for boots, not just for your bare ankles. The proper weighting is important to insure the bracelet lays correctly on the leather or suede when you are walking or even dancing. This weighting applies to both the bracelet, and the chain extender. The extenders ability to adjust the length is critical. There are many different sizes and styles of boots. You need a bracelet that will adjust to the type of boot you are wearing. Most boot bracelets are 11.5 inches to 12 inches in length with a 2 inch extender. Many of the extenders come with an additional weighted charm on the end. Some of these bracelets have charms ‘dangling’ from them, while others have the charms as a part of the bracelet design itself. Either type makes for a great looking addition to your boots.
There is one word of advice I would offer to anyone buying boot anklet bracelets or ankle bracelets in general. Don’t overspend for something to go on your ankles. Your chances of losing it are greater than a wrist bracelet or necklace. That’s just the facts. It should not change your passion for wearing them, but be reasonable. The best price range for very nice fashion boot bracelets is from $20 to $75. Keep in mind, your boot anklet or bare ankle bracelets will get great looks, but nobody is going to get down on the ground and look closely at them! Even sitting with your legs crossed is not going to attract close up scrutiny regarding how much you paid.
Here is the final question about boot bracelets I get more than any other. Should I wear a bracelet on either boots, or just one? The answer is; ‘it’s your preference’. Most people prefer to wear a single, just like wearing a regular bracelet on your bare ankles or wrist. If you want something on both boots, then I recommend going with boot chains or straps. Lastly, boot bracelets are a nice compliment to toe tips or heel guards. Many times chains or straps can be too much with toe tips and heel guards. Have fun and look great!
About the Author: Lisa Anthony is an avid western wear fashion writer and retailer. Lisa owns and operates a website featuring
boot accessories
,
western wear accessories
. Lisa has been writing about and loving the
women’s western
and cowgirl lifestyle for many years. She has several published articles about western fashion and home decorating.
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