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Step 1
Search online to get an idea of what you want. There are many styles, colors, and versions of the over-the knee vinyl boot, so it is helpful to go online and look around to get an idea of exactly what is out there, what you like the best, and potential places to start looking. A warning: be careful about buying your boots online unless you want to play the "return, exchange, return, exchange" game!
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Step 2
Visit a local and trusted show store and ask them to get your measurements for such a boot. They will need to take the dimensions of your calves, knees, and lower thighs. Make sure they get the measurements for both legs, and take into consideration that you will probably be wearing nylons or tights as well.
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Step 3
Look for your boots in trusted retailers, like department stores and shoe boutiques first. Due to the shape of the boots, it is important to have a quality product if possible, and shoe retailers will offer many options for quality materials and craftsmanship through different brands.
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Step 4
Try checking in vintage stores and consignment shops as well, yet these will have a less varied selection and might not be what you are looking for.
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Step 5
Check in costume shops as a last resort for buying pre-made. These will likely offer little long-term quality but can last for a few months if cared for correctly. They might also have an assortment of colors not sold in shoe stores, depending on your wants.
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Step 6
Have a cobbler make the boots for you. This will be the most expensive of any option, but will also guarantee you craftsmanship as well as quality fit. You can find local cobblers through the phone book or online searches. Try to pick one close to you so you can accommodate multiple fittings.
