Bandung Review : Steady Steps of Tegep Boots (BETA VERSION)

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Steady Steps of Tegep Boots

You don’t need to shop abroad to find the finest boots, because we have it right here in Bandung. Just go to Tegep Boots Store at Pelajar Pejuang Street. Named after the owner, Tegep Oktaviansyah, it is one of leading brands for boots. Its unique models, outstanding quality and superb product guarantee made Tegep Boots a huge hit, not only in Indonesia but it also proved its existence in international market.

Bandung Review took the chance to interview Mr. Agus, the designer of Tegep Boots. We managed to reveal some stories behind this famous boots, check them out.

Q : Can you tell us a little story behind Tegep Boots?
A : The business itself has been running from 1997, then the 1998 monetary crisis messed it all up. But Mr. Tegep superbly continued his struggle and managed to grow the business which still lasts right now.

Q : What can we find in Tegep Boots Store?
A : Not just boots, we are also sell jackets, cellphone pouch, belts and T-shirts. The designs mostly are taken from cowboy or ethnic style, inspired by Indians and Dayak culture. You can also make your own customized boots.

Q : What are the boots made of ?
A : Mostly, our product are made from local sheep and cow leathers. We also use reptile skins, such as snakes and crocodiles. Recently, we made an experimental product using kangaroo leather.

Q : How about the price?
A : The price varies from Rp. 1.000.000 – Rp. 12.000.000, depends on the model and the material. Usually, custom orders are more expensive because it is considered as limited edition stuff.

Q : Tell us about your customers!
A : Mostly our customers are riders (those who ride huge motorbikes). Some celebrities and other public figures also become our loyal customers, like Andi /rif and Vicky Burki. We are also one of main suppliers for Tantowi Yahya’s country shop in Jakarta.

Wow, Tegep Boots, you made us proud! Another local product succeeded to conquer the world. Bravo! (FA/IF)