A Mark of True Skill

Female representation in trades, mining and agriculture has been too low for too long. Now the number of women in the trades workforce is rising, which is good for women, the workforce overall, and the economy. As a leader in ladies’ work boots in Australia and New Zealand, we’re pleased to see participation rates rising through the years. With more women entering trades and technical roles, Steel Blue has the safety boots to help them succeed.

What do work boots have to do with gender diversity?

Unfortunately, too many women working in trades today are still working in ill-fitting safety gear, either because the options aren’t available locally or they simply don’t exist. Without the proper safety equipment, women looking to take up a trade face very real barriers, not least of which is on-site safety. Thankfully, the days of women resorting to “unisex” boots are behind us. Steel Blue is continuing to grow its ladies boot range offering boot styles to suit most industries. Steel Blue ladies’ work boots are engineered for comfort and safety, with a range of technical features specific to a woman’s stride.

Better support all round

Our safety footwear engineers found women tend to have a narrower instep with a smaller circumference, shallower first toe, higher arch and shorter foot length overall. Steel Blue ladies’ boots accommodate for this and are specifically tailored to complement the shape of womens’ feet.

Enhanced safety

Proper ankle support is a crucial part of injury prevention. Our women’s safety boots feature shorter ankle lengths to allow mobility without compromising on safety. This applies to the entire ladies’ boot range, including Lace Up, Zip Sided and Pull On styles, and boots with added safety features like Electrical Hazard protection and Penetration Resistance.