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Through the ages men have worn some kind of footwear to keep their toes warm in harsh winter weather. Although there is very little evidence available, straps of leather have been found by archaeologists which seems to suggest that man did make some strapping to put around their feet. In the frozen wastes of North America and Europe, this kind of footwear was mainly made out of any animal hide that could be found. These shoes had to be very strong and durable. The horse for use as transport was then not known to man so they had to do all their travelling and hunting on foot. By the Middle Ages footwear had gone through some sort of evolution. The lace was used during these times to enable the wearer to fasten the shoes tightly to his feet. Impressions of winter boots were first found in Syria and in Spain fur boots for women were found, together with a leather pair for a man. Throughout the centuries boots have become more of a fashion statement, especially in the sixteenth century when elaborately adorned pairs were worn by men. However, at that time people were also designing more practical pairs for horse riding. Boots for this pastime had to be more sturdy and rigid to enable the legs and feet to be protected. This type of footwear used to reach up to the knee. Nowadays boots are worn in any type of weather, but boots for the winter will be warmer and also have a thicker rubber sole to stop you from slipping on ice and wet pavements. With our obsession for trendy fashions, this footwear should also look good as well as being practical. When shopping for boots for the winter months, you should try them on with a pair of socks in the shop to make sure that they are comfortable. You should buy a pair of boots with an eye on whether you live in a warm climate or a very cold one. Warmer climates will allow you to wear a warm boot with a heel which would not be practical if you live in a snow bound country. If you live in the latter weather conditions then it would also be very practical to make sure that your footwear is waterproof. There is nothing as uncomfortable as cold and wet feet in the winter. The ultimate in boots for wear in cold and wet conditions would have to be fur lined varieties with extra protection for the toes to keep them warm. If you look on the internet you will be able to find a vast selection there. Shops in the high street could never hope to stock all ranges of footwear due to lack of space. There are several articles to help you find the best pair for you. You should read these before purchasing your winter footwear. If you do not like shopping there, then you should look for a style and then buy them in your local shoe shop. If you are looking to buy a new pair of winter boots there is not a wider range available than on our website at http://www.mr-shoes.co.uk/
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