Women's 6-6.5

1950s Two-Tone Stitch-Flame Cowboy Boots — Women’s 6.5 M

A true mid-century firecracker: rich oxblood vamps paired with dark chocolate uppers, wrapped in that unmistakable 1950s stitch-flame energy.

• Era & Build

• Authentic 1950s construction
• Two-tone leather: oxblood foot / chocolate shaft
• Classic multi-row stitch-flame pattern with contrast diamond pull cutouts
• Leather soles with pegging; stacked leather cowboy heel
• Soft natural leather pulls inside

• Size & Fit

Tagged Women’s 6.5 M.

Typical ’50s fit: slightly narrow through the ball/waist with a medium instep. 

• Condition Grade: Vintage B

• Honest wear at the toes and outsole, consistent with age
• Light creasing throughout
• Leather soles show use but remain sound
• Sturdy stitching and clean interior pulls

• Why We Love Them

The color combo alone is peak fifties—bold, warm, and unmistakably Western. Add the deep-carved stitchwork and that short-top silhouette, and you’ve got a pair that feels straight out of a hand-tinted rodeo postcard.

• Notes & Care

Condition with a neutral cream, store with trees, and avoid over-conditioning the vintage leather.

SKU: NB-1950s-TwoTone-StitchFlame-6.5M

Shipping: Insured & double-boxed; international duties/VAT may apply.

Nashville Booted — iconic by nature.

1950s • STEWART ROMERO • FLAME-STITCH COWGIRL BOOTS — WOMEN’S 6.5 M

A true slice of mid-century Southwestern artistry — bold, fiery, and unmistakably Stewart Romero.

Era & Build

• Maker: Stewart Romero (New Mexico), known for hand-drawn stitch patterns and small-batch craftsmanship
• Era: 1950s
• Construction: Leather soles, classic single-row welt, hand-stitched pull tabs
• Style: Mid-height cowgirl boot with Romero’s signature flame-burst stitchwork
• Toe/Heel: Pointed toe, traditional cowboy walking heel

Size & Fit

• Tagged: Women’s 6.5 M
• Fit Notes: True vintage fit — slightly snug over the instep with that classic narrow mid-century profile.

Condition Grade: Vintage B

• Honest patina throughout the vamps and shafts
• Toe scuffing consistent with age
• Soles still sound with life left
• Stitching remains tight and intact
• Beautiful, even color aging — the kind collectors look for

Why We Love Them

The golden flame stitching is pure Romero — sharp, expressive, and unmistakably handcrafted. This pair has that quintessential 1950s cowgirl attitude: bold lines, warm mahogany leather, and a silhouette that feels straight out of a desert roadhouse dancefloor. A true piece of Americana with spirit in every stitch.

Notes & Care

Condition with a light neutral cream to deepen the patina and maintain suppleness. Store with boot trees to preserve shape.

SKU: NB-Romero/50s/Flame/6.5M

Shipping: Ships insured and double-boxed; international duties/VAT may apply.

Nashville Booted — iconic by nature.

1950s • Western Classic • “Cream Flame” Pee-Wee Boots • Women’s 6.5 M

A quintessential pair of mid-century Western pee-wees — compact, fiery, and full of charm. These 1950s brown-and-cream boots capture the golden age of cowboy style, when craftsmanship and flair walked hand in hand.

Era & Build

• Maker: Unmarked Custom Western
• Era: 1950s
• Construction: Full leather build with cream flame inlays and hand-stitched collar pattern
• Height: ~9” shaft, ~1¾” underslung heel
• Toe: Tapered medium snip

Size & Fit

• Tagged women’s 6.5 M — fits true; modest instep typical of vintage pairs

Condition Grade: Vintage B

• Light wear at toes and counters
• Original leather soles show moderate use with life left
• Stitching and inlays remain solid and intact
• Even color tone with rich patina developing through the vamps

Why We Love Them

The simplicity of the two-tone design — deep brown with cream flames — gives these boots a classic, no-nonsense Western elegance. The pee-wee height adds versatility, perfect for denim or dresses alike.

Notes & Care

Cleaned and conditioned with Bick 4. Store with boot trees to preserve the silhouette.

SKU: NB-1950S-CREAMFLAME-6_5M

Shipping: Insured, double-boxed; international duties/VAT may apply.

Nashville Booted — iconic by nature.

1970s • Tony Lama • “Desert Stitch” Western Boots • Women’s 6.5 M

Warm-tone Western perfection — a refined two-tone Tony Lama from the 1970s that balances buttery tan shafts with rich brown lizard-print vamps and white whipstitch detailing.

Era & Build

• Maker: Tony Lama (El Paso, Texas)

• Era: 1970s

• Construction: All-leather soles, stitched welt, stacked underslung heel

• Height: 11”

• Toe / Heel: Snip toe, cowboy underslung heel

• Upper: Smooth tan leather with classic Western stitch pattern

• Vamp: Chocolate brown lizard-print leather with white whipstitch piping

Size & Fit

• Tagged women’s 6.5 M

• Standard width, comfortable instep typical of 1970s Tony Lamas

Condition Grade: Vintage A–

• Light surface wear and minimal sole use

• Heel caps and stitching solid

• Interior clean and supple, light patina from age

• Ready for wear or collection

Why We Love Them

The whipstitched vamp sets these apart — a 1970s Tony Lama hallmark that channels pure Southwestern flair. A perfect blend of polish and grit, they capture the desert tones of the decade in a timeless, wearable form.

Notes & Care

Conditioned with Bick 4; store with shapers and avoid prolonged sunlight.

Nashville Booted — iconic by nature.

1980s • CODE WEST • “BLACK FLAME” INLAY BOOTS • WOMEN’S 6 M

Black leather shorties with bold white flame inlays — classic ‘80s cowgirl edge with a refined, sculptural profile.

Era & Build

• Maker: Code West
• Era: 1980s
• Construction: Leather soles with pegged heels
• Height: ~9” pee-wee shaft
• Toe/heel: Snip toe · cowgirl underslung heel

Size & Fit

• Tagged 6 M (Women’s)
• Runs true-to-size; vintage instep, slightly narrow through ball

Condition Grade: Vintage B

• Clean uppers with light creasing and a few rub marks at toes
• Original soles show honest wear with metal toe taps intact
• Stitching and pulls tight; ready for years more life

Why We Love Them

Code West nailed the cowgirl silhouette — that striking black-and-white flame design channels honky-tonk nights and neon-sign swagger. A true mid-century revival piece that pairs as well with denim as it does a stage dress.

Notes & Care

Condition with neutral leather balm; store with boot trees to preserve shape.

Nashville Booted — iconic by nature.

Early 1960s • Acme “Wildflower” Inlay Boots • Women’s 6 B

A showpiece from the golden age of Texas bootmaking — bold floral artistry on a classic Acme shorty cut.

Era & Build

• Maker: Acme Boot Co., Clarksville, Tennessee
• Era: Early 1960s
• Construction: All-leather soles and stacked heels, stitched welt
• Height: 9” shorty shaft
• Toe/Heel: Snip toe, underslung cowboy heel

Size & Fit

• Tagged 6 B — runs true to vintage Acme sizing; best for a modern women’s 6 N–B.

Condition Grade: Vintage A-

• Soft, supple uppers with light edge wear
• Excellent sole life; original pegged heels
• Clean interiors with intact labels
• Minor color variation from honest age

Why We Love Them

That two-tone plum and chestnut palette is pure 1960s charm — flower-inlay artistry paired with hand-stitched lightning bolts across the vamp. Acme’s craftsmanship shines here: feminine yet fierce, equal parts honky-tonk and heritage.

Notes & Care

Conditioned and ready for display or wear. Store with cedar inserts to maintain form.

Nashville Booted — iconic by nature.

1950s • Unknown Maker • Red & Cream Western Shorty Boots • Women’s 6.5 M

Classic mid-century cowgirl shorties in bold red with cream inlays — equal parts rodeo spirit and rockabilly charm. Worn-in with character, built to last another lifetime.

Era & Build

• Maker: Unknown (likely Texas origin)
• Era: 1950s
• Construction: All-leather build with nailed leather soles and stacked underslung heels
• Shaft: 9” height, cream inlays with flame-style cutouts
• Toe / Heel: Snip toe, 1.75” cowboy underslung heel

Size & Fit

• Tagged 6.5 M — fits true to modern women’s 6.5
• Slightly narrow through the instep, typical of the era

Condition grade: Vintage D

• Moderate surface wear and patina throughout
• Scuffing and color variation on vamps
• Sole and heel show wear but remain solid
• Interior leather softened from age and use

Also some visible breaks in the inlays which are visible in the photos. If you’re looking for a cheaper pair of 50’s era boots these might be a decent option. Especially if you have an affinity for distressed boots.  

Why we love them

Those striped pull tabs tell you everything — pure mid-century flair. The red-and-cream contrast, short cut, and flame inlay design embody the golden age of Western style. Honest, hardworking boots with story and soul.

Notes & Care

Cleaned, conditioned, and ready for display or light wear. Store with cedar inserts to maintain form.

SKU: NB-1950s-RedCream-Shorty-6.5M

Shipping: Insured & double-boxed; international duties/VAT may apply.

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1950s • Unknown Maker • “Starleaf” Two-Tone Western Boots • Women’s 6.5 M

Classic mid-century two-tones in oxblood and denim blue — bold leaf stitching, honest Texas craftsmanship, and that unmistakable 1950s silhouette.

Era & Build

• Maker: Unknown (likely Texas origin)
• Era: 1950s
• Construction: All-leather build with pegged soles and stacked underslung heels
• Shaft: 10” blue tops with gold leaf-burst stitching
• Toe / Heel: Snip toe, 2” cowboy underslung heel

Size & Fit

• Tagged 6.5 M — fits true to size
• Slightly narrow through the instep as expected of the era

Condition grade: Vintage B

• Light creasing on vamps
• Honest sole wear with solid life left
• Minor scuffing at heel counters
• Stitching and pulls intact

Why we love them

That oxblood-and-blue contrast is pure mid-century Americana — confident, balanced, and full of character. The sweeping leaf pattern wraps the shaft like a signature flourish from a long-gone Texas shop.

Notes & Care

Lightly conditioned and polished for wear or display. Store with cedar inserts to maintain shape.

SKU: NB-1950s-Starleaf-TwoTone-6.5M

Shipping: Insured and double-boxed; international duties/VAT may apply.

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.

1960s • ACME CUSTOM • Thunderbird Eagle Inlay • Women’s 6.5 B

Why we love them

A striking pair of 1960s Acme Customs that carry the bold spirit of mid-century Western style. The golden eagle/Thunderbird inlay radiates power against rich chocolate-brown leather, making these boots as much a piece of Americana art as they are footwear. Sturdy, soulful, and beautifully broken in, they tell stories of dance halls, dirt roads, and everything in between.

Spec Card

• Maker: Acme Custom (woven Acme Custom pull-tag)
• Era: 1960s (construction & design cues)
• Upper: deep brown cowhide with golden eagle/Thunderbird inlay and contrast stitch embroidery
• Lining: full leather with original Acme Custom stamp
• Construction: stitched welt, pegged leather outsole with D-shaped rubber caps
• Toe: classic rounded snip
• Heel: underslung cowboy heel with rubber caps
• Size: Women’s 6.5 B (standard width)

Heritage Notes

Acme was one of America’s most prolific bootmakers of the 20th century, especially known for making Western boots accessible without sacrificing bold design. Their “Custom” line represented higher-end, carefully detailed boots—pieces built to last. The Thunderbird/eagle motif was a favorite among mid-century bootmakers, symbolizing strength, freedom, and flight.

Condition

Well-loved vintage with scuffs and wear at the toes and vamps—just the kind of honest patina that reminds us these boots lived a life. Soles and heels remain in solid shape with plenty of miles left to go.