Like a Whole Other CountryTexas pride adds Southern comfortWORDS ALMA VERDEJO

YEEHAW | Texas has long been held as the only country—er, state—to elicit a variety of shock and awe in people. The sheer size and arrogance of Texas is a sight to behold. Since there isn’t a formal list of quintessential items all Texans should own, we’ve compiled the next best thing. Y’all enjoy.

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AMARILLO BY MORNINGTexas Waffl e Maker [$64]

A great way to kick off any sunrise, this waffl e maker makes the perfect Texas-

shaped waffl e to start your morning. Made from stainless

steel, its badass 800 watts of power creates ideal breakfast fare. Add some chilies for a Texan treat.

texaswaffl emaker.com

BUCKLE UPTexas Shape Belt Buckle [$20]Every true Texan—or wannabe Texan—must sport a belt buckle. This one envelops the Texas feel. Showcasing the Texas state as well as cowboys, oil, cattle and armadillos in a collage worthy of framing, this buckle is made of pewter and is about 3 inches wide and 2½ inches high—just the right Texas size. beltbuckleshop.com

LADY IN BLUEBluebonnet Plant [$20]

Every state fl ower has a history, but how many states have fi ve state fl owers? Texas is the only one to have an extensive history of the native bluebonnet, which also comes in red and pink. The fl owers bloom in the spring and can be seen fl ourishing on the roads, causing many Texans to stop and smell the bluebonnets. buchanansplants.com

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TEXAS TWO STEPBlack Deer Tan Boots [$240]

Once restricted to cowboys, boots have become a fashion statement through the decades. But they’re still associated with the Texas mystique. These black boots are made from soft deer skin and boast a classic mini box toe. They’re ready-made for wranglin’ some horses or cuttin’ a rug. starboots.net

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