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In medieval times shoes could be up to two feet long, with their toes sometimes filled with hair, wool, moss, or grass. [27] Many medieval shoes were made using the turnshoe method of construction, in which the upper was turned flesh side out, and was lasted onto the sole and joined to the edge by a seam. [28] The shoe was then turned inside-out so that the grain was outside. Some shoes were developed with toggled flaps or drawstrings to tighten the leather around the foot for a better fit. Surviving medieval turnshoes often fit the foot closely, with the right and left shoe being mirror images. [29] Around 1500, the turnshoe method was largely replaced by the welted rand method (where the uppers are sewn to a much stiffer sole and the shoe cannot be turned inside-out). [30] The turn shoe method is still used for some dance and specialty shoes. Ruth Hibbard (9 Jul 2015). "Getting To The Point Of Medieval Shoes". Victoria & Albert Museum . Retrieved 4 Oct 2021. Meet Ruby and Bear. Their dad has just invented the most amazing thing ever -- flying shoes! But his horrible boss Wendy Wedge knows that entering flying shoes will guarantee the Golden Shoe Award, and she will do anything to win the trophy. Winters, Dan (November 2010). "Is Less More?". Runner's World. Archived from the original on July 28, 2012 . Retrieved July 23, 2012. Dress shoes are characterized by smooth and supple leather uppers, leather soles, and narrow sleek figure. Casual shoes are characterized by sturdy leather uppers, non-leather outsoles, and wide profile.

Vibram FiveFingers Named A "Best Invention of 2007" by Time Magazine". trailspace.com. 12 November 2007. Archived from the original on 13 May 2010 . Retrieved June 26, 2010. The story is really just filly and brings plenty of giggles with great siblings, enemies that are easy to dislike, and all the intrigue of the intense shoe selling world. The two siblings must work together to save their father from Wendy and keep the shoes safe, and this was a lot of fun. a b Ravilious, Kate (June 9, 2010). "World's Oldest Leather Shoe Found—Stunningly Preserved". National Geographic. Archived from the original on July 24, 2012 . Retrieved July 22, 2012. The Romans, who eventually conquered the Greeks and adopted many aspects of their culture, did not adopt the Greek perception of footwear and clothing. Roman clothing was seen as a sign of power, and footwear was seen as a necessity of living in a civilized world, although the slaves and paupers usually went barefoot. [19] Roman soldiers were issued with chiral (left and right shoe different) footwear. [22] Shoes for soldiers had riveted insoles to extend the life of the leather, increase comfort, and provide better traction. The design of these shoes also designated the rank of the officers. The more intricate the insignia and the higher up the boot went on the leg, the higher the rank of the soldier. [23] There are references to shoes being worn in the Bible. [24] In China and Japan, rice straws were used. [ citation needed] Boots are designed to withstand heavy wear to protect the wearer and provide good traction. They are generally made from sturdy leather uppers and non-leather outsoles. They may be used for uniforms of the police or military, as well as for protection in industrial settings such as mining and construction. Protective features may include steel-tipped toes and soles or ankle guards. [84] Dress and casualMcDougall, Christopher (2011). Born to Run: A Hidden Tribe, Superathletes, and the Greatest Race the World Has Never Seen. New York City: Vintage Books. pp. 168, 172. ISBN 978-0-307-27918-7. born to run. Put off thy shoes from off thy feet, for the place whereon thou standest [is] holy ground. [49] Salt Crystal Shoes, art installation at the Dead Sea by Israeli artist Sigalit Landau

a b c d e DeMello, Margo (2009). Feet and Footwear: A Cultural Encyclopedia. Santa Barbara, California: ABC-CLIO, LLC. pp.20–24, 90, 108, 130–131, 226–230. ISBN 978-0-313-35714-5. In another building I was shown his manufactory of shoes, which, like the other, is full of ingenuity, and, in regard to subdivision of labour, brings this fabric on a level with the oft-admired manufactory of pins. Every step in it is affected by the most elegant and precise machinery; while, as each operation is performed by one hand, so each shoe passes through twenty-five hands, who complete from the hide, as supplied by the currier, a hundred pairs of strong and well-finished shoes per day. All the details are performed by the ingenious application of the mechanic powers; and all the parts are characterised by precision, uniformity, and accuracy. As each man performs but one step in the process, which implies no knowledge of what is done by those who go before or follow him, so the persons employed are not shoemakers, but wounded soldiers, who are able to learn their respective duties in a few hours. The contract at which these shoes are delivered to Government is 6s. 6d. per pair, being at least 2s. less than what was paid previously for an unequal and cobbled article. [36] By the late 19th century, the shoemaking industry had migrated to the factory and was increasingly mechanized. Pictured, the bottoming room of the B. F. Spinney & Co. factory in Lynn, Massachusetts, 1872. High-heeled footwear is footwear that raises the heels, typically 2inches (5cm) or more above the toes, commonly worn by women for formal occasions or social outings. Variants include kitten heels (typically 1 + 1⁄ 2–2inches high) and stiletto heels (with a very narrow heel post) and wedge heels (with a wedge-shaped sole rather than a heel post).

My daughters loved to hate Wendy Wedge, an awful dictator pf Shoe Town and a great villain along with her nasty assistant and spoilt brat of a son. The writing is wonderfully paced, similar to Tom Gates book, making it an easy read for even the most tired of parent. My only complaint and I even feel silly complaining about it, were the names, I found the shoe references in every name more irksome than entertaining, but the girls didn’t seem to feel the same. Suddath, Claire (June 15, 2010). "A Brief History of: Velcro". Time. Archived from the original on September 13, 2012 . Retrieved July 30, 2012. Czech 'Sneakerheads' Flaunt Their Best Trainers". Czech Position. Archived from the original on 20 June 2011 . Retrieved 2 July 2011.

Cowboy boots are a specific style of riding boots that combine function with fashion. They became popular among cowboys in the western United States during the 19th century. Traditional cowboy boots have a Cuban heel, rounded to pointed toe, high shaft, and, traditionally, no lacing. [78] They are normally made from cowhide leather but may be made from more exotic skins such as ostrich, anaconda, or elephant skins. [79] Shoe Wars, Liz Pichon's latest stand-alone book, tells the story of Ruby and Bear. Their dad, who works under the notorious Wendy Wedge, invented flying shoes, a guarantee to winning the annual Golden Shoe Award. Sadly, Wendy Wedge will do anything to get her hands on the shoes. Ruby and Bear must work together to protect their dad and retain the shoes before it's too late! Time for SHOE WARS >:) Ruby and Bear thought they knew everything about their dad until they found out their dad invented the coolest thing ever. He created the first pair of flying shoes. His horrid boss, Wendy Wedge, wants his invention for herself and is willing to stop at nothing to get what she wants. Wendy is desperate to win the Golden Shoe award even if she has to kidnap a person! Ruby and Bear will have to work together to outsmart Wendy, help their dad, and keep the shoes hidden. Kendzior, Russell J. (2010). Falls Aren't Funny: America's Multi-Billion-Dollar Slip-and-Fall Crisis. Lanham, Maryland: www.govtinstpress.com/ Government Institutes. p.117. ISBN 978-0-86587-016-1. Archived from the original on 2017-03-19. Main article: Shoe size World's largest pair of shoes, Riverbank Center, Philippines—5.29 metres (17.4 ft) long and 2.37 metres (7 ft 9 in) wide, equivalent to a French shoe size of 75.There is a large variety of shoes available for women, in addition to most of the men's styles being more accepted as unisex. Some broad categories are: Ledger, Florence (1985). Put Your Foot Down: A Treatise on the History of Shoes. C. Venton. ISBN 9780854751112. International Police Mountain Bike Association (2008). The Complete Guide to Public Safety Cycling. Sudbury, Massachusetts: Jones & Bartlett Publishers. p.45. ISBN 978-0-7637-4433-5. Archived from the original on 2016-05-19. Design Museum. Fifty Shoes That Changed the World. London: Conran Octopus, 2009. ISBN 978-1-84091-539-6.