Men’s dress boots are made of pure leather, calfskin and suede to give a dressy and dignified appearance. Boots with leather soles are sturdy and comfortable while the rubber outsoles provide excellent gripping treads. Most men’s dress boots end around the upper ankle to the high boots that ends somewhere between the ankle and knee. High boots are often pull on with elasticized sides as lacing up a high boot can be too much time consuming. The ankle length boots provide a cozy fit if worn over rough terrain or for an adventure on a daily basis. The long and narrow dress shoe with leather sole can be worn with suits to give a sophisticated and modern retro look. A cold weather dress boot is a combination of ankle supporting boot with the elegance of a polished leather dress shoe. It provides the function of a sturdy boot that can endure snow and biting cold while keeping you warm and insulated. Laced boots with a lacing system that is closed are considered to be the dressiest followed by the pull on styles with laces or side or front zippers.
Caring for your leather boots is very essential to keep them in perfect condition. The leather can be kept soft and clean by first removing the surface residue. Wipe your boots with a damp cloth and let dry, and then apply a coat of shoe polish with a horsehair brush or a cloth for a fine luster.