Quality leather boots are one of the few fashion items that truly improve with age.
When the tread wears thin, take them to a professional cobbler for a resole . This can extend the life of a mature boot by decades. 3. Styling Boots for a Mature Wardrobe
Leather can become "mature" in a bad way—brittle and cracked—if not hydrated. Apply a quality leather conditioner every 3–6 months to keep fibers supple.