Walk beneath the giant red boot on South Congress and enter a full-on celebration of Texas style. Family-owned since 1977, Allens Boots lines its walls with thousands of cowboy boots, hats, belts, shirts, denim, and Western accessories from established makers, its own label, and custom craftsmen. Whether you arrive ready to invest in a lifelong pair or simply want to try on some swagger, the colorful shop makes choosing authentic Austin footwear part shopping trip, part local ritual.