Dec
24It was the 19th century when the first duke of Wellington – Arthur Wellington instructed his shoe maker to make some modifications to his Hessian boots.
The Hessian boots had a low heal and a pointed front which made them extremely suited to mount horses and wear stirrups. They were made of leather which was a robust material but when it came to water it would just soak through and make them very uncomfortable.
The weather proof-ness of the boots worn by the soldiers in World War 1 became one of major importance as it was clear that something needed to be done.With the help of the first duke of Wellington and the need which arose from World War 1, the Wellington Boots “wellies” where born.
During World War 1 and World War 2, Wellington boots manufacturing increased dramatically. As time went on, there were numerous styling improvements, such as thigh high protection, and all this was aimed at protecting the soldier’s health and improving comfort in the flooded trenches.
Not long after this, popularity in the public increased and people began wearing them in all types of terrible weather.The 1850s saw a big commercial uprising, when farmers and laborers began trading in there clogs for the water resistant rubber rain boots.
If you look at the range available these days it is really impressive. At presant the styles and designs are at their best.
Because of this there is a new growing popularity in rain boots which has become a real fashion statement. Celebrities love to make fashion statements and recently they have been seen wearing rain boots.
Kids and Toddlers haven’t before been so excited about wearing rain boots. Puddles have never been so much fun for the kids, as they just cant wait to put on their favourite rain boots and start playin. It doesn’t stop there either, manufactures also incorporate whole matching weather proof out fits which make playing in the rain fun and exciting.
With these great designs, also comes safety. With the soles being rubber, they work great at preventing slip overs. They are warn to, the inners are linned with confortable fabrics. So for all children the modern child rain boot is an excellent choice.
