It is a smart idea to check the weather before you decide on what to wear for the day, but you also don't want to let the weather always determine what your are going to wear. Luckily, like any other piece of clothing you can take steps to protect your shoes from being damaged by uncertain weather.
There are a variety of leather types. The four most common kinds you will come across when purchasing leather goods are full grain leather, top grain leather, split leather, and bonded leather.
"Genuine" is a term used inconsistently throughout the leather industry, it can be difficult to find leather that is truly legitimate. A lot of consumers make the mistake of believing that because a leather good is labeled as "genuine" that it is authentic leather. Be smart when purchasing leather goods. Stay one step ahead by looking over the fabric before you buy.
A genuine leather boot is a style essential, but if you do not regularly maintain the fabric dirt and moisture from everyday usage can break down the leather. This will cause the leather on your boots to dry up or crumble over time.