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Wedge Wellies

Wedge wellies are a different take on the traditional wellington boot (Wiki). Wedge wellies breathe new life in the traditional wellington boot that most people may find rather drab and boring. For that reason, wedge wellies are some hot sellers on the market right now.

But first, a bit on the humble wellington boot. The are a widely use boot that are always waterproof and can be made from a wide range of materials, although most of them are made from rubber. They were popularized by the first Duke of Wellington and has been a staple of men's and women's footwear since then. The main use of these boots are to protect the feet from water, mud and any other undesirable substance.

For that reason, they are extensively used in many industries. Wellies extend to the knee although it usually falls short of actually reaching the knee. This of course varies from brand to brand as well as the various styles available on the market. They are an important footwear especially when it comes to hygiene in various industries.

For that reason, you will find many versions that have differing features such as safety wellies (Steel toe capped) as well as those that are resistant to chemicals and heat. It has its roots in the ancient Hessian boot (Wiki). It is said that the Duke laid out plans for his shoemaker to alter the hessian boot to suit his needs. The end result was a boot that was constructed from calfskin leather that featured low cut heels. It was meant to be comfortable yet durable for battles as well as casual use. This boot was the first example of the Wellington boot.

At the time, the boot was well thought off and eventually became a popular form of footwear in men's fashion. While leather was the main material used for construction, rubber quickly took over around the mid 19th century. During this period, advances in rubber processing enabled it to be used for a wide range of applications, including footwear. It was an instant hit considering it was now fully waterproof.

Rubber wellies replaced the traditional wooden clogs that were widely used by field workers at the time. Needless to say, they are immensely popular in the UK but are also popular elsewhere. In Australia, they are called "gummies" but in North America, they go by the rather straightforward terms "rubber boots" or "gum boots".

They are widely used in industries across North America. As casual wear, they are popular when the snow begins to melt during spring. They keep the wearers feet clean and dry from the moisture and mud common during that period. Styles will differ somewhat according to region. Wellies used in the US almost always possess a red sole. For regions that experience cold weather for most of the year, insulated wellies are popular.

Due to their widespread use by farmers, they are hugely popular in New Zealand and are considered an essential piece of kit. Today, not longer are they relegated to heavy duty work but are also some of the more stylish waterproof footwear for all ages on the market. This is evident from the fact that we actually have products like wedge wellies, funky wellies and much more for consumers to purchase.

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