Hand Made Western Style Riding Boots for Females .. cowboy boots refer to a specific style of riding boot, historically worn by cowboys .. they have a cuban heel, rounded to pointed toe, high shaft, and, traditionally, no lacing ,, they are normally made from cowhide leather but are also sometimes made from "exotic" skins such as alligator, snake, ostrich, lizard, eel, elephant, stingray, elk, buffalo .. these are made from the highest grade cowhide leather and are made to last a lifetime..