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Author: Admin | 2025-04-28
Break-in period were peculiar to say the least. Rather than your conventional back-heel blister bash, it was my inner heel that bore most of the boot’s brunt. That, and my ankle felt like it had fallen victim to an imaginary boa constrictor. Nevertheless, the pain was short-lived and very, very worth it. A month or so on and there are no loose threads present, the leather has broken in nicely, and they look fantastic. Speaking of looks:StyleUNMARKED Archie boots seen with a pair of Pherrow’s 451s. Image via WillWhile not explicitly mentioned on the website, the design of UNMARKED’s Archie boots seems to draw influence from classic workwear boots like Lineman and Logger boots. The lace-to-toe design allows for a customizable, secure fit, much like the lacing systems on lineman boots that ensure stability when climbing utility poles. Additionally, the rugged and robust appearance of the Archie boots, with reinforced heel and toe caps, brings to mind the durability and functionality expected from workwear styles. While designed for different purposes, these boots share a sense of practicality and a rugged aesthetic that makes them stand out as a unique boot choice for those who appreciate the lineworker’s sense of style. Image via UNMARKEDThe Archie is a chunkier boot, which lends itself very well to wider-fitting pants. Slimmer pants, not so much, especially if you have bigger feet. The slimmer the pants, the more clown-like the look becomes. Lucky for us, straight has become great again, so rocking lineman-esque boots has never been easier. Black boots are a little less versatile than your typical dark brown; however, the boots can be easily worn with denim, olive fatigues, black pants, or even a pair of wide-fitting white jeans, as seen on the website. Image via UNMARKEDSizingIf you’re looking to pick up a pair of UNMARKED Archies and you have experience with Red Wing, I’d personally recommend going with your Red Wing size. That said, UNMARKED provides some pretty in-depth sizing guidance on its website, as well as an exact measurement of the shoe/boot in centimeters, so do check that out. In short,
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