Jun 21, 2024 - Culture

Cowboy Carter fashion on display in West Town

Moyo Adeolu

Photo of cowboy boots at a store — Cowboy boots on display at Alcala's in West Town. Photo: Moyo Adeolu

Beyoncé's latest album, Act II: Cowboy Carter has made her the first Black woman to lead Billboard's Top Country Albums chart in history.

Yes, but: The album is also having a big effect on interest in Western fashion.

Flashback: During Beyoncé's Renaissance Tour, the trend of dressing in silver reflected fans' support for Queen Bey and boosted sales for Amazon and Etsy sellers.

Here in Chicago, if the album has inspired you to seek out cowboy boots, it's worth visiting Alcala's Western Wear, a local mainstay in West Town. This month, the family-owned store is celebrating 51 years of business.

Expect to find something for everyone: boots, hats, belt buckles, purses, and more.

What we're watching: Store staff told Axios they saw sales jump during Taylor Swift's recent Chicago tour stop, and anticipate the same should a Cowboy Carter tour be announced.

If you go: 733 W Chicago Ave; Open daily.

More local stores:

Rosales Wear, 2916 N. Cicero
Tony's Western Wear, 3348 W. 63rd
Durango Western Wear, 4136 W. 26th St.
El Arrieri Western Wear and Fashion, 3853 W. Fullerton

Watch our Instagram tour of Acala's

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Cowboy Carter fashion on display in West Town

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