Lady Yearling boot – black smooth-grain leather
Our iconic, stained cowhide leather sole, paired with a traditional full leather insole.
Sole guide
In stock items delivered in 3-5 business days.
Details
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- Narrow medium toe
- Block heel
- Yearling leather
- Goodyear welt
- Leather lined
- Double branded tugs
- Elastic sided boots
- Crafted from one piece of leather
- Made in Australia
- Product Code: B522Y.02BDNW
Materials
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Upper leather
Yearling smooth leatherA premium full-grain leather with a uniform finish, water resistance, and long-term wear performance. Its balance of flexibility and strength makes it an ideal choice for crafting versatile, everyday boots that can hold up in a range of environments.
Outsole
LeatherOur iconic full leather sole is crafted from premium cowhide, stained in homage to Australia's red earth and finished with the R.M.Williams gold foil stamp.
Insole
LeatherA full vegetable-tanned leather insole and integrated foam provide underfoot comfort and arch support for all-day wear.
Welt
Goodyear weltIn this artisanal process, a strip of durable leather is stitched between the upper and sole of the boot, providing a barrier against water and mud whilst making the boot fully repairable.
Care instructions
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Pull up leather is known for its unique colour variations and the way it changes in appearance when stretched or pulled, creating a boot with highs and lows in tone.
The 'pull up' finishing technique infuses oils and waxes into the hide. The high oil content allows for lines and marks to form in the leather when it is pulled, rubbed or flexed as the oil moves around the hide.
Pull up leather starts as aniline leather - it is treated with transparent, water-soluble dye that permeates the leather's fibers. Aniline leather does not have a pigment coating on the surface of the leather which showcases the natural texture and features of the leather. After the aniline dye is applied, pull-up leather receives an additional treatment with oils and waxes.
Cleaning
Light marks and scratches can be rubbed out of the leather by rubbing with clean, warm fingertips. This replaces the oil where it has displaced as per the 'pull up' characteristics of this leather.
- Applying a very small amount of R.M.Williams leather conditioner into the mark or scratch is an effective way to remove it.
- Note: this may initially darken the appearance of the leather due to the additional oils being absorbed
Polishing
Use R.M.Williams Stockman's Natural Boot Polish to protect and maintain the look of your boots.
- Apply R.M.Williams Stockman's Natural Boot Polish with a clean cloth and rub in well.
- Allow polish to rest on the surface and penetrate leather for a minute.
- Finish with a buffing brush to obtain a high shine.
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Note: pull up leather doesn't require frequent polishing.
Conditioning
R.M.Williams Leather Conditioner should be applied sparingly and gently. With a soft, clean cloth to revive the luster of the leather.
- Apply R.M.Williams Leather Conditioner evenly and sparingly on pull up leathers with a clean cloth or hands.
- Allow the conditioner to penetrate leather for approximately half an hour and then buff using a clean, dry, soft cloth in a back and forward motion.
- Note: this may initially darken the appearance of the leather due to the additional oils being absorbed.
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Note: be careful not to over condition; leather also needs to breathe. We recommend conditioning your leather boots every 2-3 months, no matter how often you clean or polish them.
Alcohol-Free Formula
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Delivery or collect in-store
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Enjoy free standard delivery on all online orders $250 and over. Delivered within 3–5 business days.Special order items delivered within 4-6 weeks. Repairs are completed within 12-14 weeks.
Returns
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Return your items via post, free of charge.
Key Features
Lady Yearling boot
Handcrafted in Australia
Handcrafted by our skilled craftspeople at our iconic Adelaide workshop, this boot was made using one piece of leather with over 80 time-honoured techniques and processes.
Goodyear welt
The Goodyear welt has been used by bootmakers since 1862 due to its enduring strength and ability to be re-soled, allowing you to enjoy your boots for years to come.
Leather sole
Timeless and distinctive, leather soles have been used on our boots since our founding in 1932, offering a classic choice for everyday wear and more formal occasions.

"The Lady Yearling is my favourite boot - I wear it constantly and i wear it with pride. It has such as edge and personality, without straying far from our archive of riding boots. It's a perfect balance of western style, heritage craftsmanship and modern wearability."
Rachel Allen, Chief Design & Product Officer

