Old Gringo Tooled Floral Cowgirl Boots with Braided Tops
Size: Ladies 6.5 B
Maker: Old Gringo
Material: Black Tooled Leather with Cognac Floral Overlays and Hand-Braided Leather Trim
Condition: Good Condition
The Boots
A masterfully crafted pair of Old Gringo cowgirl boots in black tooled leather with cognac floral overlays and hand-braided leather trim running every major seam. These are Old Gringo at their most elaborate — the kind of boot that takes dozens of hours of handwork to produce and rewards close inspection at every angle.
The entire boot is covered in deeply tooled black leather — scrolling vine patterns, acanthus leaves, and decorative borders are carved into every inch of the surface, creating a rich, textured background that catches light and shadow beautifully. Against this black tooled canvas, cognac-tan leather floral overlays are applied in a climbing vine motif on all panels. Large open-petal flowers with dark centers bloom at the upper shaft, while pointed leaves and arrow-shaped stems trail downward through the mid-shaft and onto the vamps. The contrast between the dark tooled background and the warm cognac overlays is dramatic and immediate — you see the flowers first, then the tooling reveals itself as you look closer.
The braided leather work is what truly sets these apart. Hand-braided black leather trim runs the full length of both front and back seams, along both side seams, and around the collar at the top — creating a structural, three-dimensional border that frames every panel. The braiding at the collar forms a decorative V-notch at the front and back, and the braided pull tabs are integrated into the same treatment. The level of handwork involved in braiding this much leather trim is extraordinary.
The snip toe carries additional cognac overlay work curling around the toe box, and the black stacked heel sits at a comfortable cowgirl height. Construction is handmade Old Gringo quality throughout: leather soles, leather lining in a warm tan/cognac, and the kind of attention to detail that only comes from skilled artisans working by hand.
Old Gringo
Old Gringo is a premium handmade boot brand based in León, Mexico — the bootmaking capital of the world. Founded in 2000, the company quickly established itself as one of the most artistically ambitious bootmakers in the industry, known for elaborate tooling, intricate overlay and inlay work, hand-braided leather, and bold designs that push the boundaries of what a cowboy boot can be. Their boots are handcrafted by skilled artisans using traditional techniques, and each pair represents hours of individual handwork. Old Gringo has become a favorite of collectors, musicians, and anyone who appreciates boots as wearable art.
Condition
These boots are in good condition. The black tooled leather shows the kind of natural character and patina that enhances the carved detail — the tooling is deep and well-defined throughout with no loss of definition. All cognac floral overlays are fully intact and securely attached on all panels with no peeling or lifting. The hand-braided leather trim is complete and undamaged along every seam and at the collar. The leather soles show moderate wear and the stacked heels remain solid. The snip toe shows light wear at the tip. A well-maintained pair with all the elaborate handwork in excellent condition.
