Naughty Rose Kansas
About Rios of Mercedes
Founded in 1853, Rios of Mercedes is a custom boot manufacturer.
Based in Mercedes, Texas, the company continues to produce the highest-quality boots by preserving traditional manufacturing methods.
Rios boots generally do not contain the cork commonly used in boot construction; instead, fabric is inserted in its place. This gives the boots excellent flexibility, and combined with the softness of the soles, makes them exceptionally easy to walk in. Another distinctive feature is the upward curve of the toe. The toes are slightly raised from the beginning, but the curve becomes more pronounced with wear, developing into a unique “spring toe.” With sneaker-like comfort and versatility, these are boots you will find yourself reaching for again and again.
Naughty Rose Kansas
With a rustic, rugged presence that seems to blend into the scenery of a rural town, yet conceals a subtle hint of allure within—this is “Naughty Rose Kansas.”
Made from thick, richly oiled calf leather, the boots use “Waxy Kansas” leather. This leather undergoes combination tanning: vegetable tanning followed by chrome tanning, giving it both toughness and softness.
The Natural × Navy two-tone design, with contrasting upper and shaft colors, has the distinctive presence of Western boots without being overly flashy, creating a composed impression. The vegetable-tanned leather deepens to a rich honey color over time, while the combination tanning makes it less prone to staining even on rainy days, making it well suited to everyday wear.
The soles use EVA, a material also used in running shoes. Lightweight cushioning and softness, combined with Rios’s signature flexibility, create an astonishingly comfortable walking experience. The traditional construction method of inserting fabric instead of cork is another part of the secret. Despite their impressive appearance, these boots fit in naturally like sneakers.
Detail
• 10-Line Decorative Stitching
Ten rows of luxurious green stitching adorn the blue-toned navy leather shaft.
• Perfs On Tongue
Depending on the size, the boots may come without perforations.
• Hi-Pro Roper
The hand-shaped toe is unique to each pair and features a special shape with more volume than a standard roper toe.
• EVA Sole for Lightness and Cushioning
Featuring EVA soles, also used in sneakers, these boots provide both lightness and cushioning for a comfortable walking experience.
※Boots made in American workshops each have their own unique character. Please enjoy small marks and variations in color as qualities that come from handcraftsmanship and natural materials.
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