Maryam Salvia Horsebutt
Three months. Maryam's horsebutt vachetta is a tough leather that wants to revert to the way it was. After conditioning last month, the uppers reverted back to a fuzzy finish in the parts that haven't been rubbed against. The boots shine the most from certain angles, but look a bit more matte in most lighting situations. They withstand splashes of water, dirt, son damage (yes, sons), small scratches, dents. I thought my colors were messed up when I photographed them after one month, but it was most likely patina in the soles that threw me off. Seems like a natural veg tan that instantly took on a red tone.
Taken on January 13, 2025