Tips & Tricks

How to Care for Leather Western Boots
How to Care for Leather Western Boots
Why Boot Care Earns Its Investment Back Quality leather Western boots aren't cheap, and they're not meant to be replaced quickly. The longevity that makes them worth the price depends... Read more...
How to Break In Cowboy Boots the Right Way
How to Break In Cowboy Boots the Right Way
What Happens to Leather When You Break It In The leather in a new Western boot is stiff because it hasn't yet moulded to the specific shape of your foot.... Read more...
Caring for Ariat Boots
Caring for Ariat Boots
Taking proper care of your Ariat leather boots will extend their life and keep them looking and performing their best, no matter the environment. Leather is a natural material that needs... Read more...
How to look after your Leather Boots
How to look after your Leather Boots
It's all about a little bit of Leather Boot Care! Getting a new pair of boots is so exciting! The smell of fresh leather and that satisfying ‘pop’ as you... Read more...
Reproofing Your Oilskins
Reproofing Your Oilskins
Why Reproof Your Oilskin? Oilskin clothing is an investment - if you look after it properly it can last for years, if not decades. Oilskin is perfect for cold, wet,... Read more...
How to Crack a Whip
How to Crack a Whip
The stockwhip - the most common type of whip used in Australia - is said to have originated from the English hunting whip. It has definitely evolved into a very... Read more...
Why is a Rugby Top called a Rugby Top?
Why is a Rugby Top called a Rugby Top?
I’m going to go out on a limb here and say that there is a large proportion of the rugby-wearing population who have never really thought about why the rugby... Read more...
Keeping Animals Safe & Cool During an Australian Summer
Keeping Animals Safe & Cool During an Australian Summer
We all know that for most parts of Australia, summer is not about surfing and cocktails by the pool. Most of us find ourselves strategizing to spend as little time... Read more...
How to Wear Western Boots with a Dress
How to Wear Western Boots with a Dress
Pairing Country Style or Western Boots with a Dress can be a stylish option for any occasion. Whether you're going for a casual or dressy look in Summer or Winter, there... Read more...
How to Waterproof Leather Boots
How to Waterproof Leather Boots
Ever wondered what Makes a Boot Waterproof and how can you tell if a boot is 100% Waterproof? Let’s Learn about Leather and Its Waterproof Qualities Leather is a durable... Read more...
Allingtons Blog | How to Hem your Western Jeans
If you are someone like me who is genetically predisposed to have short legs and little to no patience (the patience bit comes into this a bit later!), then the hem of your denim or moleskin pants will be dragging on the ground. You can always roll them up or tuck the excess under, but that wonderfully worn-look stitched hem, synonymous with country and western-style denim jeans, will be hidden away. If you are someone like me who is genetically predisposed to have short legs and little to no patience... Read more...