Are You Bullied For Wearing Cowboy Boots?

A couple of you guys have asked me what to do when you're bullied for wearing cowboy boots. I will tell you one thing that's helped me and maybe it will help you.
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#CowboyBoots #Confidence #WesternBoots

[@christopheresquire947]

generally im the only one who dresses up any around here- out of everyone in the neighborhood, im the only one wearing a button down and dress slacks. what i do to feel more confident at standing out, is think to myself 'man, if someone from out of town came here, they'd think i was the top dog around here!' so i start standing straighter, and act like i really am that important person, and i start to stop caring if people stare at me or say something about my clothes. i guess you could say i pretend, and that helps me overcome being nervous and self conscious. i dont know if that will help anyone, but it certainly helps me!!

[@JeremiahCraig]

Great story! Thanks for sharing this. I don't think that it's pretending. You're just doing what you're comfortable with and how you feel best portrays your personality. When it comes down to it, being comfortable with who you are makes the most difference. People will look to bring down people who are slightly unsure of themselves but when you have none of that and you do what you want, people will either be drawn to you because you do amazing things or leave you alone because you remind them how unhappy they are with themselves. Keep it up man. This is exactly the thing more people need to see.

[@bradfordmcglone1984]

Good for you Christopher nothing wrong with being dressed up and I'm guessing you wear cowboy boots too. Keep up that confidence!

[@Ray-Smith23]

@@JeremiahCraig yh i get funny looks and my sister get embarrest about it but its wat like and no one is gonna tell me wat to wear

[@ravenjorge2830]

In my observation there's nothing wrong wearing dress slack and button down shirt go with cowboy boots damn......!! i love to people wearing in such dress atleast they have sense to look good. Hey man you will get compliment from me if i see you dreasing like that :)

[@limjahey9244]

“They talk about me like a dog, talk about the clothes I wear, but they don’t realize they’re the ones who’re square.” - Jimi Hendrix stone free

[@Warriorbob-im5py]

“You’re not a cowboy take those off” You’re not crushing 220 on the bench so take them gym shoes off.

[@JeremiahCraig]

hahaha right?!

[@kb01663]

220 ain't nothing, you don't even have 2 plates on the bar

[@ravenjorge2830]

@@kb01663 good one hahahaha like it.

[@Xachremos]

Yeah but I'm Albertan so I'm more of a cowboy than anyone here in Montreal

[@lukestevenson7927]

Haha, preach!

[@shawnglass108]

I make fun of men who don’t wear cowboy boots.

[@JeremiahCraig]

Haha I bust the balls of my friends for not wearing them too. It's just too much fun

[@privateparker5698]

Never talked to a man that didn't wear cowboy boots. You just must have been making fun of a girl

[@furbyinthemicrowave5344]

Here in Australia they are mostly RM Williams brand and they are seriously top quality. Love mine!

[@fearthespear4242]

Men...you mean wo-men

[@leebennett4117]

Do you have a Horse,Do you herd cattle, no Then your not a cowboy and you are just wearing boot,

[@marisacusack3636]

Cowboy boots are certainly not girly. It’s the most masculine footwear a man can make in my opinion

[@JeremiahCraig]

I agree!

[@londonwatson7342]

@Connor composite toe work boots too, especially the really long ones with the commando foot sole

[@iliketrucks2178]

Connor any type of boots.

[@colleenmorrison6707]

I agree

[@Mopsbpv]

@@londonwatson7342 i have one and im a girl you just gotta style them

[@adrianharies9849]

You know what is funny. That I'm a black American who's been wearing boots for over twenty years. I love them they make me feel manly sexy and kick butt throw down and knockin boots at the end of the day. It's the shoe I like and don't care what anyone says. Just making my day don't let no one tell you can't wear them. As black man I don't see people like myself wear them much. I hope there are black men who wear them come forward with your stories soon like me. Thanks Jeremiah

[@JeremiahCraig]

Thanks for this Adrian. There have been a few others but stories like yours here will make it happen more. I appreciate that

[@h.i.mcdunuogh6396]

I worked with a black man who loved country music and had like 4 pairs of cowboy boots. He dipped Copenhagen. We worked doing Diplomatic Security. On our days off, we would put our boots on and drink beer at a bar. Nobody said a thing. That was in Virginia. When I lived in Arizona, I saw plenty of black cowboys wearing boots. I guess it's all about where you live. Keep wearing those boots. Tons of black men out there are no bullshit cowboys. Good for you buddy!

[@pdswrld5200]

Congratulations my friend Im a Mexican American from California I have few African American friends that i grew up with since school days n it's amazing having to see their style transformation they made from timberland boots jordans chuck taylors to cowboy boots lol n it makes me feel good to know that i was their inspiration & we've going to the mexican bailes Rodeos Or Night clubs Boots are the best💯☺✌

[@ravenjorge2830]

@Adrian haries i am Pakistani rasied and born there i been wearing boots since childhood i got it from my dad he is pakistani too... I love boots, rock and wear them with pride. Im 31 came to California in 2006. Never got bullied but only compliments but in case down the road if i do get bully i would say "no english" with 😃

[@pdswrld5200]

@@ravenjorge2830 No english with a smile lol 👍 But who cares about those haters my friend just wear whatever makes you feel good & happy 😊✋ im a mexican from California n i have few pakistani friends that wear boots with pride 💯✌

[@albertopreciado5286]

I’m in Texas and people judge you if you don’t have boots😂

[@Heisenberg00690]

What if wear flip flop ?

[@iRevolVeR21]

Never been bullied for wearing boots... but if I was id just say piss off... lol we're grown ass men right!

[@JeremiahCraig]

Haha that does work when you have enough confidence but those who are young and unsure about wearing boots, it doesn't come across as strongly.

[@gageswalheim2568]

I'm 18 and I started wearing then a year ago. My friend put me on to them who's been wearing them his whole life and my dad hates them. He's always making fun but idc. They're comfy and badass and that's why I love them

[@JeremiahCraig]

Me too. You just can't deny it!

[@pdswrld5200]

Congratulations my friend boots are defenetly bad ass You right on that :) 👌 & they defenetly make us standout from everyone else wearing sneakers/jordans lol & for most makes us handsome n sexy in dem💯😊✋✌

[@bigwu100]

He is jealous. Because he would be self conscious in a pair. But thier are so many types of boots. Engineer boots. Dingo boot.round toe.pointy toe. Square toe. Low heel.riding heel.lace ups. Etc.etc.

[@joshuasteele5108]

He's probably just suffering from low T.

[@a.s.industries3301]

Lmao a feller has to have balls to say something about boots while wearing sneakers. Dont you trip over your shoelaces boy lmao.

[@JeremiahCraig]

Seriously! Sneakers are the subpar footwear. Flimsy and pathetic!

[@pdswrld5200]

Exactly Totally agree my friend 💯 They should just zip their mouth if they wearing sneakers lol. Im a Mexican from California & i love everything that has to do with footwear from sneakers to shelsea boots & cowboy boots. I wear sneakers most of the time but on special ocassions i wears boots Square toes boots Cowboy boots Or botin boots ,Boots are the best💯✌

[@brandonkey181]

@@JeremiahCraig except athletic shoes are more comfortable for every day activities. If they've got leather sneaker which is less atheltic you've got no place in making fun of them

[@JeremiahCraig]

@@brandonkey181 I disagree. Boots are more comfortable for every day activities. They form to your foot with age and there is not a sneaker on earth that will do that before it breaks

[@brandonkey181]

@@JeremiahCraig Thats false. A good quality leather sneaker will do exactly that, and is more lightweight, which is always better.

[@RepublicanJeepr]

I’m far beyond the age of caring what anyone thinks about me. As for the younger men in the group, believe me it’s better to stand out in the crowd than to be just like everyone else. Who cares what some fella thinks? We care what the ladies think, and trust me, they notice.

[@JeremiahCraig]

They notice alright!

[@chadmaster8141]

Facts

[@redbeardherm3232]

Tracy Stambaugh nice jeep!

[@comandermcgarrett7795]

Ladies think i look dumb in boots and jeans. In order to have a girl you need jogers and jordans and a douchy attitude.

[@RepublicanJeepr]

Comander Mcgarrett You’re looking at the wrong ladies, brother. Find one that embraces your uniqueness! 👍

[@chevyt1993]

Not in Texas!!!

[@JeremiahCraig]

Definitely not! It's such a different story in the northern states though. People are affected by them in strange ways... they're just boots people! Get over it

[@flipnation2669]

I live in Texas

[@Mmaulin12]

flip nation same

[@pedroramos1150]

My first western boots were Rocky work boots. I work in construction as a plumber, and from the first day I wore plaid to the work site, bit did it get me noticed quick! People told me I looked to clean, or they’d say “photo shoot is over”, but I continued to wear plaid shirts because I like them. Soon the fact that I was consistently noticed and commented about became a godsend! As I was continually sticking out, my work was being noticed too! clean, code abiding plumbing, and my passion for the trade. I started making friends at the worksites and people would accept that I wore boots and plaid and they admitted it looked good. Now it’s my distinctive mark, people remember me for my style... never be afraid to own your style!

[@JeremiahCraig]

Great story and advise! It is distinctive but people respect a distinctive look after awhile. Especially if you do good work! Thanks for sharing

[@carmen-lq1hz]

i found cowboy boots at the thrift store today for only $20! i’m pumped to wear them!! 🤠

[@Yeiyn343]

I recently got into Western wear and I never cared for the city-boy Nike stuff. I'm from the suburbs but long for the Countryside. Anyone making fun of such well-made footwear can kick rock and kiss grits.

[@pdswrld5200]

Hey✋ Same here my friend 👍 Im from the suburbs of California where most hipped young ppl wears jezzys n jordans lol while I wears badd ass n sexy boots💯✌

[@Yeiyn343]

@@pdswrld5200 I never saw this reply until I returned to this video. That is awesome! What brand do you wear. I have one pair of Ariat and I got Dan Post for Christmas. I wear Western boots about 80% of the week. :-)

[@isaiahwestbrook5542]

Kendall A i have a pair of black dan post boots. maybe my second favorite next to the snakeskins

[@Yeiyn343]

@@isaiahwestbrook5542 Snake skin?? That's amazing! I'm sure they are $400+ right? :-)

[@isaiahwestbrook5542]

@@Yeiyn343 yes sir or ma'am.

[@scottgrunow5201]

I wear them to teach my college classes. None of the male students wear them. Not the style around here. I am proud to wear them. Plus the noise they make on the tiled floors is just intimidating enough to let them know who is the teacher.

[@JeremiahCraig]

Damn straight. They make a great statement,

[@bigwu100]

Really guys who wear western boot should learn to walk in them without clumping around. But they are great for kicking ass. Slow dancing.bull riding. Bronc riding. And busting your ass in because they are leather soled. So have rubber no slip glued on at the cobbler shop. Just a word from the wise.

[@joevarga5982]

@@bigwu100 "But they are great for kicking ass." Whenever I'm in a fight they slip right off and I look like a fool.

[@limjahey9244]

The opposite of courage in our society is not cowardice, it’s conformity. Rock your boots or whatever you like people!

[@JeremiahCraig]

Exactly. People have it backwards. You got two choices. To be yourself or to be nobody. I like the first option best

[@thecosmicgrizzly4726]

Man, I live in arizona and never have heard of this. I really hope kids dont rip other kids up over something as simple as this. If you wear a boot you are a man, last of a dying breed. If they call to you , better wear them with pride. Be happy you arnt a carbon cut copy of the new generations. Plus you instantly have a friend when you find another boot guy! Guys in boots are cowboys, we dont fit in and follow we are wild and have adventure and others follow us!

[@JeremiahCraig]

AMEN! We don't want to fit! That would be the worst! Arizona is so open to anything haha. I think it's the most American state I've ever lived in. Absolutely love it. I want to encourage the young folks living elsewhere wearing boots so that we're not a dying breed. I feel like all cowboy boots need are a few advocates and they will be accepted by everyone... The people who actually like them and the fickle folks as well.

[@JeremiahCraig]

I have written about AZ before but I am overdue of another one...

[@the3deuce76]

Hey I'm from AZ to and also young and I've been wanting to get a pair of cowboy boots for a long time cause I like Westerns and cowboys and also want to stand out and only people I can think of that'll make fun are like Nike Jordan and designer trend whores

[@thecosmicgrizzly4726]

@@the3deuce76 go to the boot barn or a boot store. Live your life no one else's my buddy. You'll get people thatll comment sure but if they call to you it's for a reason! Just try some on if anything

[@bigwu100]

Wear a hat that will blow thier minds. Just remember,straw in summer and felt in winter.

[@petemacedonia4448]

I think a lot of those people secretly like western boots but dont have the balls to wear them because of what someone might say .so they cant stand that you're wearing boots because they wished they could. Lol

[@JeremiahCraig]

I think so too. They are psyching themselves out though. Boots are great and after you wear them for awhile people get used to it and stop caring

[@martincapriotti3433]

right on

[@wesloco3]

i’m 17 and started wearing Tecovas because of you ! but i’ve been told i look stupid wearing them, never bothered me a bit I worked hard for em and love em. I went from vans to Boots 👍🏼

[@JeremiahCraig]

Good move! They definitely don't look stupid haha. Just keep doing you. People are jealous

[@reneehughes7860]

I get made fun of for having so many pairs of boots. I see a pair I like, I buy them! My bills are paid, don't drink, etc. Just love my boots. Glad to see others love them too. I dress around which pair I want to wear for the day. I handle it by saying, "You're just jealous you don't have a pair."

[@bigmomma3265]

I dress like a psychedelic cowboy all the time. I dont get made fun of really, just laughed at, especially by teenagers. It makes me happy to put a smile on others faces. And I'll admit, I do look ridiculous.

[@sinfulrage2775]

YES!! Hippie Cowboys unite

[@bigmomma3265]

@@sinfulrage2775 Yes my comrad

[@jasoncodger3715]

Who cares dude. It makes you stand out and unique. At least you’ve got taste unlike the teens who laugh at you when in fact they only wear sweat pants and jumpers. Keep dressing whatever you like and rock it! Looking to get my pair soon 🤞🤘

[@guuslucassen2007]

I once had a guy go: "Your sense of style is stupid!" To which I responded: "yeah, probably. But then your sense of individuality and decency is just that little bit more stupid." His jaw dropped to the ground and he didn't know what to do with himself😂

[@breackingbad9042]

yeah i bet...

[@starscream6665]

I live in UK where cowboy boots are not widely worn and I wear them anytime I got out. Never had anyone say anything about them or never been mocked for them. Even if I was mocked for wearing them I would just laugh and shrug it off 😂🤷🏻‍♂️

[@dudestuff1557]

This is perfect! I grew up in a rural area and always wanted to wear boots and wranglers. I got so much crap in school for wanting to wear them but not living on a ranch or farm. I am and was a country boy, not a cowboy so I got crap for wanting to wear them. Today, I wear my boots after deciding that I wanted to wear them. I’m an adult and am a country boy, I decided a month ago that I’m going to wear boots.

[@BBD40]

I don't have any friends who wear cowboy boots. It doesn't stop me from wearing mine. My motorcycle boots are western and I have 2 other pair. A pair of every day wear Ariat with zipper sides and a pair of Lucchese ostrich boots. I love the way my boots look on me! I don't care what others think, positive or negative

[@kennyhanley5163]

I was born in Texas. Grew up a country boy. My dad was career military and we had to move to New York, so I still stick with my look. Cowboy boots, jeans, nice rodeo belt, nice shirt and a hat. I even wore aviators. First couple days in school, I stay more towards myself. Now we’re in mid to upstate New York. I’m the only kid that dresses like that and I got made fun of for dressing like that. I’m a teenager, I could wear a $1,000 outfit and look like a jock. But you’ll always get made fun of for something. My message to all of you is don’t let others impact you. Country, that’s our heritage right there. Don’t let other people decide what your gonna wear. I hope that no one does get bullied for being a country kid but just don’t listen to them.

[@pabloh.a.]

I spent 6 months in Spain, I used my cowboy boots very often. The girls were amazed, they're not used to men who wear boots. I didn't expect that because I'm from northern Mexico, we like cowboy boots and we're used to them. But it's all about confidence and what you project to the people. If you think you look OK, people will think so too.

[@JeremiahCraig]

True that

[@hitju10]

I'm wearing them from time to time in The Netherlands ..

[@xrigtrk]

Hey the ladies definitely notice,my dad and i was in NYC in 2006 a lady turn and look at us a said y'all look good we had our hats and boots on,i was so tickle.ill never forget that.

[@JeremiahCraig]

They are total attention grabbers. I don't mind that at all

[@ronalrocco4788]

Your Dad won't either!

[@maxsalmon1573]

This video is 1 year old but the message really talk to me. I'm a young french and it's difficult to have cowboy boots here. But i love cowboy boots and it fit with my classic rock clothes , so i don't care , thanks for this video !

[@JeremiahCraig]

Thanks for watching. Rock those boots!

[@shawnglass108]

Seriously though..I live in Ohio. In my 45 years I’ve never been picked on for wearing cowboy boots. Most people compliment them.

[@gatlinggator5009]

Shawn Glass, same. I usually get compliments

[@johnathonsmith6893]

Same here I live in a small town in Ohio and we're pretty big on agriculture and we get compliments

[@rayroark3333]

I wish it was that way in southern Kentucky. As southern as it is suppose to be here, I get made fun of quite a bit

[@yeehawhomie5749]

Hello fellow Ohioan.

[@sundaydriver206]

I'm gonna buy my first pair soon. I also live in Ohio!

[@elfulano5884]

At my age I'm totally oblivious to other people's comments. I wear my cowboy boots and the rest of my western wear with pride and confidence regardless of what other people think. I'll even take things up a notch by tucking my jeans into my boots.

[@pittkid32]

I have a standard comment: I used to be one of those guys that razzed my buddy about wearing them right up until the day I tried a pair on. He always said you will never have a more comfortable shoe on your foot. He was right and until you try a pair, a good pair, you really have no idea what you are talking about. That's 100% honesty!

[@rickwebermusic]

I'm a grown man; so I wear whatever I want. I see so many strange "hipster" fashion trends/fads while walking down the street that I have to wonder how anyone could ever have the cajones to make a snide remark about my boots! I live in the Chicago area (where cowboy boots are not at all popular), and have never received a negative remark about my boots- well not to my face anyway. I couldn't care less what folks think of my choice in footwear. Chances are, if someone is that distraught over what I wear on my feet, then they are probably a miserable person, and no 2-minute conversation about my boots is going to change who they are. JUST ROCK 'EM PROUD!

[@JeremiahCraig]

Exactly. I never get approached as a grown man now either. Most times people are afraid and would rather just rant about your boots on Twitter haha. Young people are having trouble with this though. Folks in middle school and high school so I just wanted to make this so they can feel proud about it because I wanna see more people being happy and wearing boots!

[@rickwebermusic]

@@JeremiahCraig I can definitely see an issue with the younger, school-age crowd. The truth is, kids are going to find something to make fun of you for regardless of what you do. I guess it just comes down to what are you willing to put up with. Middle school kids are brutal!

[@JeremiahCraig]

They really are. Honestly, I shouldn't have had to make this video at all. It's a shame people are feeling uncomfortable in boots because they're bullied

[@scottgrunow5201]

rweb82 live in Chicago here. Paucity of cowboy boots

[@voidjitsu2824]

You know, the other day i saw a older gentleman who came to visit Norway, and he was wearing Cowboy boots, i was nervous to ask him how/where he got them from, but i approached him anyhow eventually, First thing he said to me is something i Faintly remember, Because you know when you have those conversations that have alot said in them, and a few laughs here and there, it just goes by so fast and you try to tell it but don't seem to remember, maybe that's just me lol, anyway, He said something along the lines of liking my Boots, and they were Timberlands, but Shaped like how Cowboy boots are made, I complimented him on his choice in them, They were Black Cherry brown-ish, and overall just looked pretty badass, He then Recommended Ariat Boots, i ended up on this channel and then i passed by this little video, Saw your comment, Point is i'm 22, Not the biggest fan of my Generation (And i do apologise that most of them seem to make fun of this stuff when they themselves dress as Goth clowns with daddy issues.) i'm a big fan of Cowboys or anything related to that, and i just basically wanted to say I'm proud that people like you are still around and representing such a badass culture. hope this brightens your day and may the wind be at your back!

[@thomasblevins1662]

One area where life was fortunate to me....I’m 6’5”, 270 so I don’t get snide remarks much on anything. I also try to compliment any one else that I see wearing cowboy boots. Making others feel good about what they wear usually makes their day and makes them smile. Keep rockin’ brother and making these awesome vids.

[@JeremiahCraig]

TOTALLY! I always try to compliment stranger's boots as well. Even if I'm in a conversation with someone else and I see some boots, I try to stop quick and say "Hey nice boots" then continue on my way. It makes a difference I think. Good for you for doing that. Thanks for watching.

[@grawnimo9872]

I don’t give the energy to think about if someone doesn’t like what I wear but actually fuels me to wear it more.

[@perroculero7852]

I’m black(don’t mean to bring race into it, but my race is always brought into it) and was talked about for wearing cowboys boots, and liking country music from all ethnicities it sucks cause you kinda feel like you don’t fit anywhere.

[@JeremiahCraig]

Not sure why they care what you do with your life. Do you man. Be happy

[@vega8895]

I’m black and I want cowboy boots and also listen to country music. Fuck em. Tell em it’s your money

[@ianokane9752]

I can rest assure you find some country folks and makes friends with them , they will accept you for sure

[@joseortegaa2349]

I feel like it's the non-country people who judge black people for being country

[@ericl8743]

I've seen many black cowboys. You see them in professional rodeos and even singers like Darius Rucker...

[@b.simmons5234]

People makes fun of folks who wears boots because they are insecure or can't afford them, so they got to bring somebody on their level of insecurities. It makes you stand out wearing cowboy boots.

[@luisalvarez7799]

Yes i get bullied for wearing cowboy boots ....I just jump on my horse and ride off into the sunset

[@christinamuller1741]

Jeremiah, as you know, I am a huge fan. This is a very interesting topic. Me personally, Asian American female who has always wanted to be a cowboy (cowgirl) my entire life. Growing up as a city kid wearing western apparel was a big no-no. My aunt used to take me up to the country every weekend to get us out of the city and expose us to different way of life, which is why I feel like a cowgirl at heart. After all these years I finally purchase real boots, several real hats, and I almost feel embarrassed to trot around town wearing these items. However, after asking several individuals, they all say you should wear whatever makes you happy.

[@collinsmith9684]

I took a while for people to get used to my cowboy boots but I just stuck through till no one cared I’ve been wearing them for 3 years now and just picked up a new pair yesterday 👍🇨🇦

[@JeremiahCraig]

Cool! what did you get??

[@collinsmith9684]

I got a nice pair of Durango’s from my local tack shop

[@collinsmith9684]

These ones to be exact goo.gl/images/ooEyHm

[@julesramos4235]

hey Jeremiah, you are so right and gave me confidence. I'm livin in southwestern Germany and I'm wearing cowboy boots all the time, can you folks imagine how rare that is around here?! people blamed me for that, but I dont mind it. Some people even asked me what are these shoes? xD and I explained it to them, the tradition and the history behind it. why I'm fascinated. I dont know any other guy or girl in my surroundings wearing western boots, but I'm tryin to make them popular here. so guys, do what you love! ☺️

[@JeremiahCraig]

Wow! Hopefully you win some folks over in Germany. Europe needs more cowboy boots. Keep doing what you love!

[@nureinherz]

Hey, I'm from south Germany and wonder where I can get real good boots, especially square toe, other than from the US. You know a shop around here where I can try them on? Or a german online store that sells them? So I don't have to pay extra tax to have them shipped from USA, and would be much easier to send them back to a german online store in case they don't fit. Please let me know, I'd appreciate. P.S. I'm a woman, so looking for lady boots :)

[@18gabbanelliplayer]

I wore cowboy boots to school when I was a little kid still wear em to this day🤠

[@beyproctor7673]

Awesome advice! My son is only nine and he already says “thank you” when someone calls him weird. I’m so proud of him. I love my boots. When someone makes fun of me for them, I just wait to walk through something inappropriate for tennis shoes. Then I quietly offer them help

[@j_b_1236]

Hey Jeremiah, I’m from Illinois. My dad is from the valley in Texas. Growing up he always wear his cowboy hat and his boots. When I was a teen that didn’t catch my attention till I turned 25 years old. When I first bought my boots. I was embarrassed.. it’s been 10 years now and never looked back.where I’m from majority of my race ( Mexican) , wear boots. I even wear my boots in the office. My kids and wife they also have boots. You don’t have to have a horse or be a bull rider to wear them. If that’s your taste wear the hell out of them. I just bought myself some caimán brown cowboy boots. I’m looking at them as I type. Damn I got some nice boots. Lol.

[@JeremiahCraig]

Love it! Great story. Caiman is a great leather too. It's absolute favorite!

[@djfabz6593]

Yes the valley,,we even where them with shorts...all those critics should come and live in south texas

[@j_b_1236]

@@djfabz6593 Yes sir. I feel chingo bling brought that style que no?

[@MSGBlair]

About 20 years ago, I had a couple of "culture club" looking guys make a snide comment and laugh. I responded by saying "that if they were to give up the pink hair, girly looks and start standing up to pee that they could start wearing big boy boots". They gave me the bird and rushed to their VW bug. P.S.: I know that I have issues.

[@JeremiahCraig]

😂😂

[@Junior-kb1nz]

I was a little afraid about that, but I realized that I'll buy it with my money, I'll like it, so if someone has something to say, go ahead, I don't mind

[@JeremiahCraig]

That's what I'm talking about. This is how we become comfortable with ourselves.

[@archiepreston6503]

I'm currently 16 and luckily my friends are so chilled they don't even care. I live in England so ive got looks from people in the street and I look back and smile. I'm moving to Florida after school and I'm thoroughly looking forward to it :). Great video as always man :).

[@luisbarragan4159]

It’s crazy how in places where cowboy boots aren’t common, people tend to bully you for your boots. SMH

[@2wheeltommy996]

I live in Iowa, and although it is west of the Mississippi, I get mixed emotions. I also wear Jordan's, because I wear what I want, not what others think I should...

[@JeremiahCraig]

That's the only way to go 👍

[@lauriemclaren8268]

I can’t control folks who laugh at me wearing cowboy boots. But I just look at other people wearing boots and nobody’s really laughing at them because it’s who they are. So I took a look and realized that nobody was really laughing at me for wearing cowboy boots if I wore them a lot. They might do a lot of laughing with me or at me if I do something dumb but cowboy boots aren’t part of the equation. It’s become part of who I am. The people who zero in on my cowboy boots to laugh at-they aren’t worth being “friends” and I have as little to do with them as I can.

[@JeremiahCraig]

Bingo. People do stop noticing/caring

[@joshuatravismurphy271]

The funny part is, as a high schooler, all the ladies give me compliments about my boots, most of them. Great video, always used to get made fun of in elementary because of my boots. Keep up the awesome work!! 👍✌️

[@gaylecheung3087]

Now that’s some great information, you go ahead!

[@canadiancreation5982]

I’ve gotten the “hows the snake in your boot?” (It was clever and I chuckled)

[@JeremiahCraig]

hahaha same

[@garrisonzielinski6136]

I get bullied for not wearing cowboy boots

[@BeastConsoleGamer]

Wore mine for the first time yesterday they used to be my grandfather and i was worried about being made fun of for wearing them to school but everyone ended up complimenting them and some laughed but I remembered what u said and just laughed with them thanks man!

[@danmiller1978]

Honor you grandpa... I think its wonderful to wear them lifes to short to worry about others in the end we all live for ourselves as long as the Lord has us here on this planet.

[@jimcollins9999]

You dealt with those issues from those types of people well. Great Positive Lessons Jeremiah! Great Song too, LOL.

[@JeremiahCraig]

Thanks Jim!

[@wyattthedeerhunter8010]

All you have to say is “these boots cost more then your rent so I wouldn’t be talking”

[@xx_epicgaymer69_xx41]

my boots were 70 dollars at a rural king🤨

[@GenX6887]

Lots of boys wore cowboy boots when I went to school. But for some reason, I was afraid to wear my boots at school. Even though I knew I wouldn't have been made fun of for wearing them. The Northeastern States are most likely where kids would be made fun of for wearing cowboy boots. Well that I can think of at least.

[@JeremiahCraig]

I felt like this when I started wearing them to college in the Northeast too. Eventually I stopped worrying about it though because they were comfortable and I liked how they looked

[@GenX6887]

@@JeremiahCraig I'm from Southern Ohio by the way. On the border of West Virginia and Kentucky. Lots of people wear boots around here.

[@edgarmedina3006]

Country boots are originally Mexican so it’s common for the Mexicans to wear it

[@geslinam9703]

I am from the northeast too. I do see men wearing boots - but rarely obvious western style. A few women here and there do...my first inspiration to buy a pair when I was younger was when I saw a woman wearing a long fitted denim shirt, black leggings, and a black pair of cowboy boots. I thought she looked great. Odd that more people don’t wear them here....we do have western wear stores. There is a rodeo in my state, and plenty of horses and rural areas.

[@sa13mztrackstar1626]

Im from the northeast but live out west now the boots everyone wear up there are unlaced timbs and ive been wearing them my whole life and i saw my buddy wearing some ariats and i gave him shit for them he told me to try them on. Yea i went to cavenders the next day and got my own. Dont knock em till ya try em💁🏽‍♀️

[@jimmylightning7918]

Great video Sir! I really enjoy the Chanel. Thanks for this, regards James!

[@JeremiahCraig]

Thanks James! I'm glad you like my content!

[@EstrellaBonita47]

Thank you Jeremiah! Now I’m ready to face the world 😂 blessings and know that I love all your videos! Greetings from California 😊

[@Coorz21]

Love all these comments. Some real good people rockin some kick ass Cowboy boots.

[@JeremiahCraig]

Damn straight me too!

[@MMID303]

I'll admit I once made fun of my friend for wearing cowboy boots. I think I said something like "hey nice elf shoes hahaha". Well what happened? About 6 months later I bought my own "elf" shoes. A pair of brown Justins. I realized I was just jealous that they looked so cool.

[@JeremiahCraig]

That’s probably the case with everyone who makes fun of boots! They’re just jealous. Glad you got them

[@FrankRizzo2002]

Love you man! thank you for the video! I always just tell people.. yeah im not a cowboy.. and you and your skater shoes? never seen you on the X-games.. *smile and walk away*

[@Silmapuoli]

My very young friend (19) asked me, what the hell was I wearing, and that he would never wear anything like that (boots). I was mostly smiling, knowing he was 10yrs younger than me. So I responded "Well yeah, when I was your age, I was wearing freakin' Converses, so I'll just cut you some slack." Now I would never wear Converses, nor any other shoes than boots (nowadays just Cowboy ones which my taste for footwear evolved from Chelsea boots). When I turned into Western boots, I needed to update my jeans collection as well to go with them (still in progress). I'd say that at the same time I grew out of Slim fit, which was the only style for jeans I'd wear for about 10 years. Now I prefer "Regular taper" (Levi's 502) or Slim bootcuts (just got my first bootcuts, Diesel Zatiny's, and I'll definitely get another pair). Looks fantastic paired with Western boots: very rock'n'roll-ish (which is my goal here), and makes Cowboy boots easier to put on. Even though no one is wearing bootcut jeans nor Cowboy boots here in Europe, I do. It's been kind of a dream for a long time now, and recently got my first pair and in a couple of weeks i'll order my second pair (building a collection here). Can't go back. Never fell in love so hard with a clothing item before!

[@JeremiahCraig]

I completely understand! All you need is boots. Your friend will come around... Just wait! Then he'll be asking you what jeans to wear with them and you'll be sharing your style! These things always come around haha

[@MRREE-zw6xc]

I like when they are broken in and feel like a leather sock!!!!!

[@npdougherty1]

I'm from southern California and me and my best friend both of us got made fun of for wearing boots and listening to country music. Now years later I see the same people going to country festivals and wearing boots. So I count that as an ultimate win.

[@JeremiahCraig]

Haha yeah boots at festivals are trending right now. Seeing brand new boots at those things makes me realize how fickle some people are. You're right, the ultimate win is always staying true to yourself

[@carpenterhillstudios8327]

Just came across this. Love the making fun of yourself first routine. Works every time but sometimes you have to nearly take yourself apart before they get tired. It's all about6 them being insecure and basically enviuous of you. I spent about 3 decades in the elementary school classroom. As a student in school I was bullied. What I realized about bullies in teaching youngsters was that all bullies are insecure. I realized this in a tragiioc situation. A bully was in full bore in my classroom (Oh yeah- better you should know I taiught art so I wasn't their regular teacher). I of course asked him to stop but he wouldn't and I did the next thing on the list. I called him out by pinpointing for all to see his insecurity. (It was obvious to me). It was tragic because I destroyed the kid. Had I taken him aside and spoke directly, it would helped him and probably saved him. This is way bigger than boots as you have pointed out. Keep it coming.

[@TheGenuineFer]

Thanks for making this video. I was nervous about wearing cowboy boots when I bought my first pair because I didn’t know anyone else who wore them. I was afraid of the flack I might receive. Fast forward to present day, I love wearing them and I’m always looking for another pair!

[@rayroark3333]

And I thought I was the only one being made fun of for wearing cowboy boots. I get made fun of quite a bit, especially if I'm wearing snakeskin boots. I'm told "you're not a cowboy, don't wear cowboy boots" or "yeehaw, ridem cowboy." I got news for that, I wear whatever the fucck I want.

[@JeremiahCraig]

It's very strange. Like it's the only footwear that has to go with a job haha. People need to get over themselves. Good for you. Keep it up man

[@doctordimension020]

Nothing wrong with wearing a good pair of cowboy boots.....I love your videos Jeremiah! ❤️

[@JeremiahCraig]

Damn straight! Thanks Doc!

[@ChuckPhillipsJrMusic]

I've been laughed at for wearing my lid and my boots here in downtown Toronto. It doesn't bother me one bit cause I could easily make fun of what those people are wearing. I LOVE Country Music and I am a Cowboy forever!

[@hannesblomqvist8759]

My grandma always told me when I was younger. If someone calls you something or picks on you. Agree with them. Then they have nothing to say and they get bored because you always agree. Then they leave you alone

[@JeremiahCraig]

A very wise lady indeed!

[@mikeyfiveo4080]

I wear cowboy boots and I live on the Westcoast. I rarely see another guy wear cowboy boots but I keep wearing my boots everyday. I feel much more confident in my cowboy boots and I usually get compliments wearing my cowboy boots. Because it’s so unusual to see a man in cowboy boots on the westcoast, I know I get some looks. I honestly think there are other guys who want to wear cowboy boots but are too scared to wear them. I like wearing my boots with a two inch riding heel. I love the extra height! Yes, stay positive, laugh at yourself and know that you’re a real man wearing boots. Love the videos, Jeremiah!

[@JeremiahCraig]

Thanks Mike! That's a great attitude. I think a lot of people are curious about them too but are too insecure to try. They don't know what they're missing!!

[@solomonkain]

I have been wearing cowboy boots for 7 years... never had a comment neither in the UK nor abroad. Loads of looks though.

[@JeremiahCraig]

Glad to hear it! I imagined folks in the UK being tough on that sort of thing.

[@alangrant9451]

My answer is always a lot simpler. “If you don’t like them, then don’t wear them. What I wear doesn’t affect you none so don’t you worry about it.” Never had anyone know what to answer with after that.

[@Siarawaszympanemjest]

My answer to any comment like that is showing a wide, loving smile and saying "Thank you, I value your opinion, stranger person. I value it a lot" . Then I look away and never look back.

[@snkrsboots9581]

I was 16 when I got my first pair of cowboyboots, I got more confident but since I moved to Germany I don't have friends wearing 'em and I don't see the guys wearing them aroud, so I'm trying to dress properly (wearing boots) again ;) Thank u for ur videos !

[@JeremiahCraig]

Nice. I don't have people near me who wear boots right now either. That's why I think this online community is so cool. Thanks for watching

[@1533ramsay]

Confidence and fell good. That's exactly why I wear them...

[@JeremiahCraig]

And it doesn't matter what anybody thinks.

[@Storm-Chaser]

I'm 45 years old, been wearing cowboy boots since I was a toddler. I've lived in Florida, Oklahoma, and North Carolina. Never once has anyone ever said anything out of the way about my boots. In fact, I never even knew there were people that took issue with it until I saw this video.

[@byutube4360]

Overwhelmingly I get compliments. I live in upstate South Carolina and grew up on and now manage a cow and calf operation. In my teens I didn’t want to look like I had anything to do with cattle and wore sperries and polo. When the real world started I came back and settled down and started wearing boots for the first time in 5 years. That was six years ago. Overwhelmingly I get compliments or little kids telling their parents “look at the cowboy!” I’ve had two people say I “came out of the Wild West” and last year at a mall an emo type asked me if I had the horses in the back. Looked her dead in the eye and told her I sure did, and if she wanted to see.

[@JeremiahCraig]

haha great story! Mostly compliments here too. I made this video for the young folks out there thinking about getting into the great world of boots. Hopefully more stick with it!

[@maxmaxwell4774]

Luckily I live in Georgia where cowboy boots are pretty common! Love my boots❤👍

[@xrigtrk]

I got my first pair in 1963 i was 9 years old,in New York ,i've never had a problem.

[@JeremiahCraig]

It's definitely not a problem for everyone and I think it's something that comes with age too. Some young folks are just unsure and I don't want them to become discouraged in wearing their boots

[@lylean1645]

Man this was probably meant to be a simple how to reply to a bully making fun of your boots but this is really inspirational this is more then just about boots this helps about other things your amazing man plus I’m getting in to boots an I love this channel it’s helped thanks 🙏

[@takiclintonharness1449]

I really do recommend from you to make a video specifically showing us only the black boots collection that you got, you're an esoteric inspiration pal.

[@JeremiahCraig]

All I got is the one black pair. I'll have more someday

[@emmanuelporras7048]

Not a problem on New Mexico and in Texas, instead complimented.

[@pdswrld5200]

0:20 😂😂😂 From my experience it's called jealousy/ hating because they don't look handsome & atractive as someone wearing boots💯😉✌

[@JeremiahCraig]

No doubt! Jealousy is the reason a lot of the time

[@ILbootlover]

Both pairs of your boots in this video are pretty badass man! Good advice to those who are teased! Keep up the good work!

[@JeremiahCraig]

Thank you!

[@heathen-greaser]

If I've learnt anything over the years, it's that there's always someone who going to hate on you for the way you are the way you dress or music you listen to, it doesn't matter what you do you can't win with some people so the best thing you can do is be yourself, the right people will love you for you. To he'll with the ones who don't, life's to short to live for others

[@ARealPain]

Living in South Dakota, everyone wears boots. Even the Injuns. Dealership salespeople where boots. Boots are everywhere.

[@JeremiahCraig]

HEAVEN!

[@spencerott2481]

Glubbdubdrib the injuns!!!

[@megachar2163]

Injuns are the real cowboys

[@prollyhighrightnow]

I got bullied almost every day and I live in the south!! (South Carolina) and I'm going into highschool so it's only gonna get worse😕 i need you're help Jeremiah!

[@abelhernandez2591]

Join wrestling in high school.

[@kevinandrade1911]

Dude I was debating wether to wear my boots to school with my jeans and polo ish jacket and you completely made me laugh and feel more confident thanks ❤️

[@JeremiahCraig]

Yes! There's no debate. Wear the boots! Thanks for watching ✌️

[@natf5869]

Putting yourself down isn't the answer. Hold yourself with confidence, and don't give a damn what they think. Tell them when they start buying your clothes you'll give a shit about what they think.

[@5loboloco]

This is so funny for me, in Mexico wearing exotic leather boots can intimidate other people. It is seen as a symbol of power.

[@JeremiahCraig]

I think that's why some people get harassed for it in some places. Folks are intimidated and try to bring the bootwearer down a peg

[@seantbr2019]

I've never been bullied and boots are not only a cowboy thing it doesn't matter where you come from it doesn't matter if you call yourself "country" or not if you like the way cowboy boots look wear them everyone has their own style be yourself

[@JeremiahCraig]

Amen.

[@GioGoesFishing]

Thanks this helped a lot

[@JeremiahCraig]

That makes me happy. Thanks for watching

[@grumpyoldpig]

Wear them with confidence!!

[@bobbyhempel1513]

If somebody makes fun of me for wearing cowboy boots I'll get them a pair of cowboy boots for Christmas.

[@IowaHuntingUnleashed]

I have a pair of caiman boots nothing but compliments and I used to get made fun of being in high school I went to a country concert and bought a pair people shut up real quick when I started farming and running hogs now I farm for a job and cowboy boots and clothing are a everyday thing.

[@JeremiahCraig]

I LOVE caiman! My favorite exotic by far. It's impossible to make fun of a caiman boot haha

[@j_b_1236]

I bought myself caimán brown cowboy boots. I also get a lot of compliments.

[@jeremyeicke3682]

cool video. Also cool hoodie. Im lucky to be in Texas so they are pretty common. Thanks for the content !

[@johnodonohue2436]

Another great video!

[@JeremiahCraig]

Thank you!