I really wanted something that fit into the cowboy/western aesthetic with a bit of designer flare. I saw a dude wearing these and immediately felt the uncontrollable urge to find a pair. They were badass, go well with leather, denim and can be dressed up or down. My style is evolving and these really pushed me to experiment outfits and ideas.
Although designer I was not babying these, I treated them like my actual Goodyear welt boots and beat the shit out of them, but I cared for them with repairs and protection.