1950s • Stewart Romero • Bucking Bronco Boots • Women’s 5 M

Why we love them

Boots like these are why Stewart Romero remains a name whispered with reverence among collectors. Hand-cut and hand-lasted in New Mexico in the 1950s, these cowgirl boots are walking art. The shafts feature chocolate-brown inlays of a bucking bronc and rider against golden leather, framed with heart and scroll motifs that capture the playful romance of the West. A rare piece of Western heritage, made by one of the few Mexican-American bootmakers to etch their signature style into mid-century cowboy culture.

Spec Card

• Maker: Stewart Romero (New Mexico bootmaker, active mid-20th century)
• Era: 1950s (construction & design)
• Upper: tan cowhide with chocolate inlays (cowgirl rider, bronc, hearts, and scrollwork)
• Vamp: polished chocolate leather with natural patina
• Construction: hand-lasted, pegged leather outsole
• Toe: squared cowboy toe
• Heel: tall cowgirl underslung heel
• Size: Women’s 5 M

Heritage Notes

Stewart Romero was known for his elaborate inlays and bold storytelling on boot tops—cowboy and cowgirl scenes, hearts, stars, and borderland motifs. His work blurred the line between functional gear and art object, carried proudly by ranch families and performers alike. Very few pairs survive in wearable condition today, making these a museum-grade find.

Condition

Beautiful vintage shape with expected scuffs and wear, but remarkably well-preserved for a 70-year-old pair. Soles show honest use, uppers remain strong and supple, stitching intact.

1960s • Acme • “Garden Party” Floral-Inlay Shorty Boots • Women’s 6.5

Why We Love Them

Mid-century showboots with a neon-poster palette. Emerald shafts bloom with marigold petals and embossed terracotta flowers; caramel vamps flash flame stitching. Shorty height, snip toe, and that unmistakable ACME swagger. 

Spec Card

• Maker: Acme Boot Company
• Model: “Garden Party” Floral-Inlay Shorty (pee-wee height)
• Era: 1960s
• Size: Women’s 6.5
• Upper: Emerald green shafts with yellow and terracotta floral inlays, cream piping, deep-V scallops, blue ACME pull tabs
• Vamp: Caramel brown leather with flame/leaf overlays and contrast stitch
• Toe: Snip
• Heel: Western underslung, stacked leather with later rubber caps (~1¾”)
• Lining: Full leather
• Construction: Stitched welt, leather soles with lemonwood pegs
• Details: Multitone inlays, bold color blocking, classic mid-century silhouette

The Story

In the ’60s, Acme leaned into graphic inlay work that borrowed from border-boot tradition and honky-tonk flash. This pair captures that spirit—garden-bright shafts over hot-rod vamps—equal parts cowgirl and rockabilly.  

Nashville Booted Notes

From our Mid-Century Inlay Archives. Clean, supple uppers with honest wear at the toes and counters; soles show moderate use with plenty of life. Inlays are secure and stitching is tight. Conditioned and ready to roll.

1970s Tony Lama Red-Black Eagle Inlays — Women’s 7.5 M

A striking pair of late-70s Tony Lamas, built in that unmistakable era of bold color, crisp inlay work, and unapologetic Western flair.

Era & Build

• Maker: Tony Lama
• Era: Late 1970s
• Construction: All-leather build, pegged leather soles, stitched welt
• Design: Red vamp + counter with black eagle-wing inlays and star bursts
• Toe/Heel: Snip-toe with a classic mid-height Western walking heel
• Pulls: Matching black leather pulls

Size & Fit

• Tagged: Women’s 7.5 M
• Fit notes: Typical for ’70s Lamas — medium width, slightly low instep, true-to-size for most modern 7.5M

Condition — Vintage A

Solid, clean, and ready to wear with only honest age.

• Light surface creasing on vamps
• Minor sole wear, plenty of life left
• Inlay work remains sharp and vivid
• No structural issues

Why We Love Them

A flash of Americana at its boldest — red vamps, black eagle cuts, and that unmistakable ’70s Tony Lama swagger. These are statement boots that carry the spirit of vintage rodeo posters and neon-lit Texas dancehalls. True standouts in any collection.