'I walk a lot. Can I last all day in cowboy boots?'

"I was walking around in my cowboy boots all day, and I never thought I would be able to keep it up," says Marie (26) in amazement. "When I put the boots on, I was worried that they would be uncomfortable and hurt my feet. But to my surprise, they were actually very comfortable."

Comfortable throughout the day

Cowboy boots are often seen more as a fashion item than they are chosen for their comfort. Yet the comfort is surprising to many people. Marie was no exception. 'I always start my day with a walk with my dog. At work, I am also on the go all day, from one meeting to the next, or a presentation. I stand and walk a lot, every day. It would be a miracle if I didn't reach 10,000 steps in one day. Anyway, I fell in love with the look of Bootstock boots and decided to give them a try. Just to be sure, I threw a pair of sandals in my bag,' she laughs. 'I usually walk in boots or heels and normally my feet would start to hurt after a few hours, but the cowboy boots offered unexpected support. They had a sturdy sole that cushioned the impact of every step and supported my feet well. I could walk without any problems and get home without pain or discomfort.'

A busy day

'During the day I walked from one place to another without any signs of fatigue. My feet felt comfortable and well supported and I did not have to worry about blisters or uncomfortable chafing. It was a pleasant surprise that the cowboy boots turned out to be such a good companion during my active day. Of course, at first they were a bit less comfortable because they still have to form to your feet. That is logical and I was used to that from other leather shoes that I already owned.'

Run away with it

"Now that I've had them for a few months, they feel like slippers on my feet! I can slip them on and easily last a whole day in them. I think they're now the most comfortable pair of shoes I own. I wouldn't want to wear anything else!" says Marie happily.