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The earliest known shoes Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles date from about 8000 to 7000 BCE and were found in Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles Oregon, USA in 1938[1]. However, the materials used for making shoes do

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not normally last for thousands of years, so shoes were probably in use long before this. Physical Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles anthropologist Erik Trinkaus believes he has found evidence that Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles the use of shoes began in the period between about 40,000 and 26,000 years ago, based on the fact that Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles the thickness of the bones of the toes (other Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles than the big toe) decreased during this period, on the premise that going Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles barefoot results in Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles greater bone growth before this period.[1] Parts of a shoe Gluing a new outsole to an athletic shoe Sole The Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles bottom of a shoe is called the sole. Insole The insole is Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles the interior bottom of a shoe, which sits directly Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles beneath the foot. Many shoes have removable and replaceable insoles, and extra insoles Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles are often added for comfort or health reasons (to control Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles the shape, Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles moisture, or smell of the shoe). Outsole The outsole is the layer in direct contact with the ground. Dress shoes have leather outsoles; casual or work-oriented shoes have outsoles made of natural rubber or a synthetic imitation. The outsole may comprise a single piece, or may comprise separate pieces of different materials. Often the heel of the sole is rubber for durability and traction, while the front is leather for style. Specialized

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shoes will often have Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles modifications on this design: athletic cleats have Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles spikes embedded in the outsole to Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles grip the ground; many kinds Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles of dancing shoes have much softer or Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles harder soles. Midsole The layer in between the outsole and Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles the Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles insole that is typically there for shock absorption. Some types of shoes, like running shoes, have another material for shock Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles absorption, usually beneath the heel where Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles one puts the most pressure down. Different companies use different materials for the midsoles of Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles their shoes. Some shoes Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles may not have a midsole at all. Heel Women's fashion boots The bottom rear part of a shoe is the heel. Its function is to support the heel of Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles the foot. They are often made of the same Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles material as the sole of the Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles shoe. This part can be high for fashion or to Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles make the Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles person look taller, or flat for a more practical use. Vamp, or upper Any shoe has an upper part that helps hold the shoe onto the foot. In the simplest cases, such

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as sandals or flip flops, this may be nothing Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles more than a few straps for holding the sole in place. Closed footwear, such as boots, sneakers and most men's shoes, will have a more complex upper. This part is often decorated or is made in a Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles certain style to look attractive. The Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles U.S. Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles Patent 3,355,535 , Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles from 1967, describes a method for producing a Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles shoe-upper (Hain 1967). Accessories to shoes Shoehorn: can be used to insert a foot Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles into Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles a shoe by keeping the shoe open and providing a smooth surface for the foot to slide upon. Shoe tree: placed inside the shoe when Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles user is not wearing it, to help maintain the shoe's shape. Shoe polishing equipment: Shoe polish: Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles a Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles waxy material spread on shoes

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to improve appearance, glossiness, Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles and provide protection. Shoe brush and polishing cloth: used to apply polish to shoes. Overshoes or galoshes: a rubber covering placed over shoes for rain and Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles snow protection. (Orthopedic) shoe Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles insert: insert Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles of various materials for cushioning, improved fit, or reduced abrasion. These include

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padding and inner linings. Inserts may also be used to correct foot problems. Shoe bag: a bag that protects shoes against damage when they are not being worn. Shoe stretcher: a tool for making a shoe longer or wider or for reducing discomfort in areas of a shoe. Snow shoe: a wooden or leather piece which increases the area Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles of ground covered by the shoe. Shoelaces: a system used to secure shoes. Types of shoes Shoes made from Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles real crocodile skin, Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles in a conservation exhibit at Bristol Zoo, England. Dress and casual shoes Dress shoes are Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles categorized by smooth Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles and supple leather uppers, leather soles, and narrow sleek figure. Casual shoes are Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles characterized by sturdy leather uppers, non-leather outsoles, and wide profile. Some designs of dress shoes can be worn by either Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles gender. The majority of dress Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles shoes have an upper covering, commonly made of Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles leather, enclosing

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most Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles of the lower foot, but not covering the ankles. Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles This upper part of the shoe is Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles often made without apertures or openings, but may also be made with openings or even itself consist of a series of straps, e.g. Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles an open toe featured in women's shoes. Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles Shoes with uppers made high to cover the ankles are also available; a Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles shoe with the upper rising Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles above the ankle is usually

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considered a boot but certain styles Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles may be referred to as high-topped shoes or high-tops. Usually, a high-topped shoe is secured by laces Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles or zippers, although Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles some styles have elastic inserts to ease slipping the Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles shoe on. Men's shoes Men's shoes can be categorized by how Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles they are closed: Balmorals: the vamp has a V-shaped slit to which the laces are

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attached; also known as "closed lacing". In England, the balmoral is known as the Oxford. The word "Oxford" is used by Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles American clothing companies to market shoes that are not balmorals, such as rubber-sole bluchers. Bluchers: the laces are tied to two pieces of leather independently attached to the vamp; also known as "open lacing". In England, the Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles Blucher is known as the Derby shoe. Monk-straps: a buckle and strap instead of lacing Various other closings exist but are Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles less popular such as side-elastic closings. Men's shoes can also be decorated in various ways: Plain-toes: Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles have a sleek appearance and no extra decorations on the vamp. Cap-toes: has an extra layer of leather that Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles "caps" the toe. This is possibly Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles the Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles most popular decoration. Brogues (American: wing-tips): The Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles toe of the shoe is covered with a perforated panel, the wing-tip, which extends down either side of the shoe. Brogues can be found in both Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles balmoral Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles and blucher Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles styles. Please help improve this section by expanding it. Further information might be Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles found on the talk page or at requests for expansion. The tone or style of this article or section may not be appropriate for Wikipedia. Specific concerns may be found on the talk page. See Wikipedia's guide to Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles writing better articles for suggestions.(December 2007) Women's shoes There is a large variety of shoes available for women, in addition to Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles most of the men's styles Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles being more accepted as unisex. Some broad Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles categories are: Pumps, known in the US and UK Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles as ballerinas, ballet pumps or skimmers, are shoes with a very low heel and a relatively short vamp, exposing much of the instep. They Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles are Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles popular for warm-weather wear, and may be seen Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles as more comfortable than shoes with a higher heel. High heels may be shoes with heels 2 inches (5 cm) or higher. Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles They are often seen as having more sex appeal than low heels (see article for discussion) and are thus commonly worn by women Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles for formal occasions or social outings. Sneaker Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles boot and sneaker pump: a shoe that looks like an athletic shoe, but is equipped with a heel, making it a kind of novelty dress shoe. Either gender Women's sandals Clog Platform shoe: shoe with very thick soles and heels Moccasin: originated by Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles Native Americans, Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles a soft shoe without a heel and usually made of leather. Sandals: open Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles shoes consisting of a sole and various straps, leaving much of the foot Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles exposed to air. They are thus popular for warm-weather wear, because they let the foot be cooler than a closed-toed shoe would. Saddle shoe: leather shoe with a contrasting saddle-shaped band over the instep,

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typically white uppers with black "saddle". Loafer: a dress or casual shoe without laces; often with Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles tassels, buckles, or coin-holders Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles (penny Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles loafers). Boating shoes, also known as Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles boat Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles shoes and deck shoes: similar to a loafer, but more casual. Laces, if present, are usually Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles simple leather (often two-tone) with no Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles frills. Often made of canvas or featuring a white Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles sole. They have soft soles/heels to avoid marring Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles or scratching a boat deck. Boots: Long shoes (covering the ankle) frequently made of Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles leather. Some are designed to be used in times Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles of bad weather, or Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles simply as an alternate style of casual or dress wear. Styles include rubber Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles boots and snow boots, as well as work boots and hiking Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles boots. Slippers: For indoor use, commonly worn with pajamas. Athletic shoes Men's and women's athletic shoes and special function Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles shoes often have less difference between the sexes than in dress shoes. In many cases these shoes can be worn by Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles either Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles sex. Emphasis Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles tends to be more on function than style. Sneakers/trainers (also called gym shoes or tennis shoes): general purpose athletic shoes; made out of rubber, cloth, and/or plastic to be lightweight, flexible, and have good traction. Special varieties are available for basketball

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or tennis. Running shoes: very similar to above, with additional emphasis on cushioning. Track shoes: lightweight; often with plastic Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles or metal cleats A Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles shoe for Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles the right foot. Cleat (shoe): a type of shoe Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles featuring molded or removable Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles studs. Usually worn while playing sports such as rugby, football, American football, or baseball. A shoe for Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles the Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles right foot. Golf shoes: with "spikes" for Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles better grip in grass Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles and wet ground. Originally the spikes or "cleats" were made of metal but replaceable "soft spikes"

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made of synthetic plastic-like materials Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles with prongs distributed radially around the edge of each spike are much more common today (and are required on many golf courses since they cause less damage to the greens). Bowling shoes: intermediate style between ordinary dress shoes and athletic shoes. They have harder rubber

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soles/heels so as not to damage bowling alley floors. Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles They are often rented Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles or loaned Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles at bowling alleys. Climbing shoes: a Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles shoe designed for rock climbing. Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles They typically have a close fit, little if any padding, and a smooth sticky rubber sole with an extended rubber rand. Hiking shoes or boots: usually have a high somewhat stiff upper with Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles many lace eyelets, to provide ankle support Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles on uneven terrain, with extra large traction on the sole. Walking shoes: have a more flexible sole than the running shoe, lighter in weight than the hiking boot, may have air holes, may not be water proof. Skating shoes: typically called skates. They have various attachments for skating on the bottom of the shoe portion. Ice skates Roller skates Inline skates Ski boot: a

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large, thick plastic boot specially designed for attachment to the ski. Skateboarding shoes have flat soles for

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a better Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles grip on a skateboard. They are very wide and have extra Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles layers of padding to protect the skateboarders feet. Cycling shoes are equipped with a Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles metal or plastic cleat to interface with clipless pedals, as well as a stiff sole to maximize power transfer and support the foot. Snowshoes are special shoes for walking in thick snow. In temperate climates, snowshoes are used for mostly recreational purposes in winter. Wrestling Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles shoes are Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles light, flexible shoes Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles that mimic Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles bare feet while providing additional traction and protection. Orthopedic shoes Orthopedic or "comfort" shoes are made with pedorthic and anatomically-correct Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles comfort qualities, such as padded removable footbeds, wide toe boxes and arch support are made especially for those with Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles problematic feet. Dance Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles shoes Pointe shoes. Designed for ballet dancing. These have a Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles toe box that is stiffened with glue and a hardened sole so the dancer can stand on the tips of Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles their toes. They are secured by elastic straps and ribbons that are tied to the dancer's ankles. Ballet shoes Heel-less slippers made of canvas or leather, with either continuous or two-part sole (i.e., split-sole). The sole is typically made of leather, with thicker material under the ball and heel of

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the foot, and thinner and thus more flexible material under the arch so that the foot can be pointed to its utmost. Ballet slippers are usually secured by elastics that cross over the top of the foot. They are most commonly pink, white, black, or pale tan, although they may be made in specialty colours such as red or blue. Jazz shoes. These typically have

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a two-part, rubberized Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles sole (i.e., split-sole) to provide both flexibility and traction, and Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles a low (one inch or shorter) Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles heel. They are secured to the foot by laces or elastic inserts. Tango/flamenco dance shoes. Ballroom shoes. They fall

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into two categories for the two genres of dances as defined by the IDSF (International DanceSport Federation): Ballroom and Latin American. Both are characterised by suede soles. Mens' Ballroom shoes are typically lace-ups with 1-inch heels and Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles patent leather uppers. Ladies' Ballroom shoes Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles are typically court shoes with Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles low 2-inch heels, usually made of fabric so that they can be finished with a greater Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles variety of colours to Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles match the dancer's dress. The low Ballroom heel distributes the dancer's weight Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles across the foot while Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles Latin American shoes have higher heels designed to throw the dancer's weight on to the toes Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles and the soles are more flexible. Men's Latin shoes typically have 1.5-inch to Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles 2-inch shaped heels while Ladies' Latin shoes have 2,5-inch to 3-inch heels, open-toed and strapped. Dance sneakers. Also known as dansneakers, these are a combination of a sneaker and a dance shoe, with Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles a reinforced rubber toe. Character shoes. Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles Shoes with Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles a one to three inch heel, which are usually made of leather, Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles and often have one or more straps across Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles the instep to secure the foot during dance. Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles They may come in Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles soft-soled (suede) or hard-soled varieties. They may be converted to tap shoes by attaching taps. Foot thongs. Variously called Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles called Foot Paws and FootUndeez, depending on the manufacturer, these are slip-on, partial foot Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles covers that protect the ball of a dancer's foot from skin abrasions while executing turns. Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles From a distance, flesh colored Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles foot thongs give a dancer the appearance of having bare feet. Modern pointe shoes. Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles Ballet shoes. Jazz shoes. This style is frequently Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles worn Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles by acro dancers. Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles A foot thong, viewed from the underside. Work shoes Work shoes are designed to stand heavy wear, to protect the wearer, and provide high traction. They are generally made from sturdy leather uppers and non-leather outsoles. Sometimes they are used for uniforms or comfort by nurses, waitresses, police, military personnel, etc. Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles They are commonly used for protection in industrial settings, construction, mining, and other Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles workplaces. Protective features may include steel-tipped toes and soles or ankle guards. Historical shoes Footwear has Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles been worn for Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles tens of thousands of years. Shoes of the past include: Espadrilles: these sandals, which are still Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles worn today, are found as Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles early as the 14th century. Patten: a European wooden overshoe used to keep a person's feet dry outdoors. First worn in the middle ages, they continued in use even into the early 20th century. Poulaine: a shoe with a long-pointed toe, Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles popular in Europe Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles in the 1400s. Moccasins: the historical Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles shoe of many North American Indian tribes. Maintenance Breaking-in: Some shoes are made of hard but Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles deformable material. After a person wears them multiple times, the Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles material reforms to fit the wearer's feet. The person is said to have broken Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles in the shoes. Polishing: for protection, Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles water resistance (to some extent) and appearance, especially for leather shoes and boots. Heel replacement: heels periodically wear out. Not Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles all shoes Timberland Boat Shoes are designed to enable this. Sole replacement: soles also wear out. Not all shoes can Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles have their soles replaced. Shoelace Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles replacement. When unfit for use, shoes can be treated as trash or municipal solid waste Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles and disposed of. The exception can be Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles with most athletic sneakers Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles which can be recycled and turned into other raw materials. See Nike

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Grind as an example. Someone who makes or repairs shoes in a shop is called a cobbler. Shoe etiquette In most parts of the world Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles (Asia, Eastern Europe, parts of

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the Middle East and Africa, much of Northern Europe and Canada, as well as Alaska) Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles it is customary to remove shoes when entering a house. In some Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles areas of the United States, especially the Midwest, it is expected that visitors remove their Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles shoes unless a host specifically invites them to leave their shoes on. People Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles do this to

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avoid bringing dirt, mud or snow into the house. For some societies, Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles including those in Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles Asia, indoor footwear may be provided for guests. In the Middle East, parts of Africa, Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles Korea Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles and Thailand, it is considered rude to show the soles of the feet to others (even accidentally, such as by crossing the legs). In addition, in Thailand, it is an extreme insult for the foot, socks, or shoes to touch Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles someone's head or Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles be placed over it. Although feet touching heads is an extremely rare occurrence in any society, some Muay Thai boxers insult each other by "kicking" the opponent's head with their foot (most Muay Thai kicks are executed with the Report Shoes Gigi Espadrilles shin).

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