What to buy the tradie in your life this Christmas
- A pair of Steel Blue work boots is a practical Christmas gift that provide comfort all year round
- We’ve got work boots to suit every trade
- Check out our colourful boots with practical safety features and our stocking stuffer ideas.
Not sure what to buy the tradesman, tradeswoman, DIYer or handy person in your life this Christmas?
What about something they can use every day? Something practical? Something that makes every day on the job just that little bit better, all year round?
What about something that does all three of those things? Steel Blue has work boots to suit every trade, and all our footwear has a 30-day 100% Comfort Guarantee, 6 Month Manufacturer’s Warranty and is endorsed by the Australia Physiotherapy Association (APA) —because we know that true skill needs a strong footing.
Scroll on for our ultimate guide to shopping for a tradie or DIYer person this Christmas.
Boots for tradies in Building and Construction
If you’re shopping for an Electrician, Engineer, Earthmover, Bricklayer, Plasterer, Plumber or similar trade, Steel Blue has those trades covered with premium materials and Australian designed boots. Our Building and Construction boots offer features like our 200J steel toe caps, penetration resistant soles, electrical hazard protection properties, toe covers and ladies fit to best suit tradies on site.
Best construction boots
Boots for tradies in General Trades
Our safety footwear range has something for all trades, from Boilermakers and Welders to Bricklayers, Dock Workers and Mechanics to Maintenance crews.
Every component of a Steel Blue work boot is tailor-made for demanding trades. When selecting a pair of Steel Blue boots for a tradie working in a skilled general trade you can’t go wrong with our top-selling Southern Cross®, Argyle and Parkes styles, available in multiple fastening styles including lace up and zip sided to find the perfect fit.
Best General trade work boots
Work boots for tradies in Landscaping and Agriculture
Working outdoors means spending long days on your feet. Steel Blue work boots are lightweight, water resistant, anti-slip and supportive, so you can get the job done in any weather. We use responsibly sourced, premium leather and innovative materials to make the most comfortable boots for agriculture, landscaping and outdoor work. Our Hobart and Argyle work boots are our top picks for farm work, landscaping and DIY gardening.
Best Landscaping and Agriculture boots
Work boots for tradies in Transportation, Warehousing and Logistics
We understand the demands of the transport and logistics industries. That’s why our work boots are lightweight, supportive, and durable, with exceptional ankle support. The hiker style of our Parkes Mid-Cut boot is designed to move with transport Drivers and Couriers, Forklift Operators and Warehouse Staff.
Best Transport and Warehouse boots
Colourful work boots for tradies
Does the tradie in your life like to stand out from the crowd? Our women’s work boots come in a range of colours, including Pink which help raise much needed funds and awareness for Sweet Louise. $10 from every pair sold is donated directly to breast cancer charity Sweet Louise.
Colourful boots
Stocking stuffer ideas
Looking for a few little extra gift ideas to make Christmas special? Steel Blue has a range of accessories including bamboo socks, laces and insoles that won’t break the budget and perfect for the Steel Blue boot-wearing tradie in your life.
