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The earliest known shoes date from about 8000 to 7000 Softwalk Shoes BCE and were found in Oregon, USA in 1938[1]. However, the materials used for making shoes do not normally Softwalk Shoes last for thousands of years, so shoes were probably in Softwalk Shoes use long before this. Physical anthropologist Erik Trinkaus believes he has found evidence that the use of shoes began in the period between about Softwalk Shoes 40,000 and

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26,000 years ago, based on the

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fact that the Softwalk Shoes thickness of the bones of the toes (other than the big toe) decreased during this period, on the Softwalk Shoes premise that going barefoot results in greater bone growth before this period.[1] Parts of a Softwalk Shoes shoe Gluing a new outsole to an athletic shoe Sole The bottom of a shoe is called the sole. Insole The insole is the interior bottom of a shoe, which sits Softwalk Shoes directly beneath the foot. Many shoes have removable and Softwalk Shoes replaceable insoles, and extra insoles are often added for comfort or Softwalk Shoes health reasons (to

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control the shape, moisture, or smell of the shoe). Outsole The outsole is the layer in direct contact with the ground. Dress shoes Softwalk Shoes have leather outsoles; casual or work-oriented shoes have outsoles made of natural rubber or a synthetic imitation. The Softwalk Shoes outsole may comprise a single piece, Softwalk Shoes or may comprise separate pieces of different materials. Often the heel of the sole is rubber Womens Sports Shoes for durability and traction, Softwalk Shoes while the front is leather for style. Specialized shoes will often

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have modifications on this design: athletic cleats have spikes embedded in the outsole to grip the ground; many kinds of dancing shoes have much softer or harder soles. Midsole The layer in between the outsole and the insole that is typically there for Softwalk Shoes shock absorption. Some types of shoes, Softwalk Shoes like running shoes, have another material for shock absorption, usually Softwalk Shoes beneath the heel where one puts the most Softwalk Shoes pressure down. Softwalk Shoes Different companies use different materials for the midsoles of their shoes. Some shoes Softwalk Shoes may Softwalk Shoes not have a midsole at all. Heel Women's fashion boots The bottom rear Softwalk Shoes part of a shoe is Softwalk Shoes the heel. Its function is to support the heel of the foot. They are often made of the same material as the sole of the shoe. This part can be high for fashion or to make the person look taller, or flat Softwalk Shoes 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 as Softwalk Shoes sandals or flip Softwalk Shoes flops, this may be Softwalk Shoes nothing Softwalk Shoes more than a few straps for holding the sole in place. Closed Softwalk Shoes footwear, Softwalk Shoes such as boots, sneakers Softwalk Shoes and most men's shoes, will have Skateboarding Shoes a more complex upper. This part is often decorated or is made in a Softwalk Shoes certain style to look attractive. The U.S. Patent 3,355,535 , from 1967,

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describes a Softwalk Shoes method for producing a shoe-upper (Hain 1967). Accessories to shoes Shoehorn: can be Softwalk Shoes used to insert a foot Softwalk Shoes into a shoe by keeping the shoe open and Softwalk Shoes providing a smooth surface for Softwalk Shoes the foot to slide upon. Shoe tree: placed inside the Softwalk Shoes shoe when user Softwalk Shoes is not Softwalk Shoes wearing it, to help maintain the shoe's shape. Shoe polishing

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equipment: Shoe polish: a Softwalk Shoes waxy material spread on shoes to improve appearance, glossiness, Softwalk Shoes and Softwalk Shoes provide protection. Shoe brush and polishing cloth: used to apply polish to shoes. Overshoes or galoshes: Softwalk Shoes a rubber covering placed over Softwalk Shoes shoes for rain and snow protection. (Orthopedic) shoe insert: insert of various materials for Softwalk Shoes cushioning, improved fit, or reduced abrasion. Softwalk Shoes These include padding and inner linings. Inserts may also be used to correct foot problems. Shoe Softwalk Shoes bag: a bag that Softwalk Shoes protects shoes against damage when they are not being Softwalk Shoes 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 Softwalk Shoes which increases the area of ground covered by the shoe. Shoelaces: a system used to secure shoes. Types of shoes Shoes made from real crocodile skin, in a Merril Shoes conservation exhibit at Bristol Zoo, England. Dress and casual shoes Dress shoes are categorized Softwalk Shoes by smooth and supple leather uppers, leather soles, Softwalk Shoes and narrow sleek figure. Casual shoes are characterized by sturdy leather uppers, non-leather outsoles, and wide profile. Some designs Softwalk Shoes of dress shoes can be worn by either gender. The majority of dress shoes have an upper covering, commonly made of

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leather, Softwalk Shoes enclosing most of the lower foot, but not covering the ankles. This upper part of the shoe Softwalk Shoes is

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often made without apertures or openings, but may also be made with openings or even itself consist of Softwalk Shoes a series of straps, e.g. an open

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toe featured in women's shoes. Shoes with uppers made high to cover the ankles are also available; a shoe with Softwalk Shoes the upper Softwalk Shoes rising above the ankle is usually considered a boot but certain styles may be referred to as Softwalk Shoes high-topped shoes or high-tops. Usually, Softwalk Shoes a high-topped shoe is secured by laces or zippers, Softwalk Shoes although some styles have elastic inserts to ease slipping the shoe on. Men's shoes Men's shoes can be categorized by how they are closed: Balmorals: the vamp has a V-shaped slit to which the laces are attached; also known as "closed Softwalk Shoes lacing". In England, the balmoral is known as the Oxford. The word "Oxford" Softwalk Shoes is Softwalk Shoes used by American clothing companies to market shoes that are not balmorals, such as rubber-sole Softwalk Shoes bluchers. Bluchers: the laces are tied to two pieces of leather independently attached to the vamp; also known as "open lacing". In England, the Blucher is known as the Derby shoe. Monk-straps: a buckle and strap instead of lacing Various other Softwalk Shoes closings exist

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but are less popular such as side-elastic closings. Men's shoes can also be Softwalk Shoes decorated in various ways: Plain-toes: have a sleek appearance and no Softwalk Shoes extra decorations Martial Arts Shoes on the vamp. Cap-toes: has an extra layer of leather that "caps" the toe. This

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is possibly Softwalk Shoes the most popular Softwalk Shoes decoration. Brogues (American: wing-tips): The toe of the shoe is covered with Softwalk Shoes a perforated panel, the wing-tip, which extends down either side of the shoe. Brogues can be Softspot Shoes found in both balmoral and blucher styles. Please help improve Softwalk Shoes this section by expanding it. Further information might be found on the talk page or at requests for Z-coil Shoes 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 Softwalk Shoes to writing better articles for suggestions.(December 2007) Women's shoes There is a large variety of shoes available for women, in addition to most of the men's Softwalk Shoes styles being more accepted as unisex. Some broad categories are: Pumps, known in the US and UK as ballerinas, ballet pumps or skimmers, are Softwalk Shoes shoes with a very low heel and a Softwalk Shoes relatively short vamp, exposing much of the instep. They are popular for warm-weather wear, and may

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be seen as Finn Comfort Shoes more comfortable than shoes with a higher heel. High heels may be shoes with heels 2 inches (5 cm) or higher. They are often seen as having more sex appeal than low heels (see article for discussion) and are thus commonly worn by women for formal occasions or social outings. Sneaker boot Softwalk Shoes and sneaker pump: a shoe that looks like an athletic shoe, but is equipped with a heel, making it a kind of Softwalk Shoes novelty Softwalk Shoes dress shoe. Either gender Women's sandals Clog Platform shoe: shoe with very thick soles and heels Moccasin: originated by Native

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Americans, a soft shoe without a heel and usually made Softwalk Shoes of leather. Sandals: open shoes consisting of a Goth Shoes sole and various straps, leaving much of the foot 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, typically white uppers Softwalk Shoes with black American Eagle Shoes "saddle". Loafer: a dress or Softwalk Shoes casual shoe without laces; often with tassels, buckles, or coin-holders (penny loafers). Boating shoes, also known Softwalk Shoes as boat shoes and deck shoes: similar to a loafer, but more casual. Laces, if present, are usually simple leather (often Softwalk Shoes two-tone) with no frills. Often made of canvas or featuring a white sole. They have soft soles/heels to avoid marring or Softwalk Shoes scratching a boat deck. Boots: Long shoes (covering the ankle) frequently made of leather. Some are designed to be Softwalk Shoes used in Softwalk Shoes times of bad weather, or simply as an alternate style Softwalk Shoes of casual or dress wear. Styles include rubber boots and snow boots, as well as Softwalk Shoes work boots and hiking boots. Slippers: For indoor use, commonly worn with pajamas. Athletic shoes Men's and women's athletic shoes and special function shoes often have less difference between the sexes than Softwalk Shoes in dress shoes. In many cases these shoes can be worn by either sex. Emphasis 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 Softwalk Shoes varieties are available for basketball or tennis. Running shoes: very similar to above, with additional emphasis on cushioning. Track shoes: lightweight; often with plastic or metal cleats A shoe for the right Softwalk Shoes foot. Cleat (shoe): a type Softwalk Shoes of shoe featuring molded or removable studs. Usually worn while playing sports such as rugby, Softwalk Shoes football, American football, or baseball. A shoe for the right Softwalk Shoes foot. Golf shoes: with "spikes" for better grip in grass and Softwalk Shoes wet ground. Originally the Softwalk Shoes spikes or "cleats" were made of metal but replaceable "soft spikes" made of synthetic plastic-like materials with prongs distributed radially around the edge of each spike are much more common today (and are required on many golf Softwalk Shoes courses Softwalk Shoes since they cause less damage to the greens). Bowling shoes: intermediate style between ordinary dress shoes and athletic shoes. They have harder rubber soles/heels so as not to damage bowling alley floors. They are often rented Softwalk Shoes or loaned at bowling alleys. Climbing shoes: Softwalk Shoes a shoe designed for rock climbing. They typically have a close fit, little Softwalk Shoes if any padding, and a smooth sticky Softwalk Shoes rubber sole with an extended rubber rand. Hiking shoes Softwalk Shoes or boots: usually have a high somewhat stiff upper Softwalk Shoes with many lace eyelets, to provide ankle support on uneven terrain, with extra large traction on the sole. Walking shoes: have a more flexible sole than the running Softwalk Shoes shoe, lighter Softwalk Shoes in weight than the hiking boot, may have air holes, may Softwalk Shoes not be water proof. Skating shoes: typically called skates. Softwalk Shoes They Softwalk Shoes have various attachments for skating on the bottom of Softwalk Shoes the shoe portion.

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Ice skates Roller skates Inline skates Ski boot: a large, thick plastic Softwalk Shoes boot specially designed for attachment to the ski. Skateboarding shoes have flat soles for a better grip on a skateboard. They

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are Softwalk Shoes very wide and have extra layers of padding to protect the skateboarders feet. Cycling shoes are equipped with a metal or plastic cleat to interface with clipless Softwalk Shoes pedals, as well as a stiff sole to maximize power transfer and support the foot. Snowshoes Softwalk Shoes are special Softwalk Shoes shoes for walking in thick snow. In temperate climates, snowshoes are used for mostly recreational purposes in winter. Wrestling Softwalk Shoes shoes are light, flexible shoes that mimic bare feet while providing Softwalk Shoes additional traction and protection. Orthopedic shoes Orthopedic or "comfort" shoes are made Softwalk Shoes with pedorthic and anatomically-correct comfort qualities, such as padded removable footbeds, wide toe boxes and arch support are made especially for those with problematic feet. Dance shoes Pointe shoes. Designed for ballet dancing. These have Softwalk Shoes a toe box that is stiffened with glue and a hardened sole so the dancer can stand on the Softwalk Shoes tips of Softwalk Shoes their toes. They are secured by elastic Softwalk Shoes straps and ribbons Softwalk Shoes 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 Softwalk Shoes under the ball and heel of the foot, Softwalk Shoes and thinner and thus more flexible material under the arch so that the foot can be pointed to its utmost. Ballet

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the ball of a dancer's foot from skin abrasions while executing turns. From a distance, flesh colored foot thongs give a dancer the appearance of having bare feet. Modern pointe shoes. Ballet shoes. Jazz shoes. Softwalk Shoes This style is frequently worn by acro dancers. A foot Softwalk Shoes thong, viewed from the underside. Work shoes Work shoes Softwalk Shoes are designed Softwalk Shoes 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. They are commonly used for protection in industrial settings, construction, Softwalk Shoes mining, and other workplaces. Protective features may Softwalk Shoes include steel-tipped toes and Softwalk Shoes soles Softwalk Shoes or ankle guards. Historical shoes Footwear has been worn for Softwalk Shoes tens of thousands of years. Shoes of the past include: Espadrilles: these sandals, which are still worn today, are found as early as the 14th century. Patten: a Softwalk Shoes European wooden overshoe Softwalk Shoes used to keep a person's Softwalk Shoes 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 Softwalk Shoes toe, popular in Europe in the 1400s. Moccasins: the historical shoe of many North American Indian tribes. Maintenance Breaking-in: Some shoes are made of hard but deformable material. After a person wears them multiple times, the Softwalk Shoes material reforms to fit the wearer's feet. The person is said to Softwalk Shoes have broken in the shoes. Polishing: for protection, water resistance Softwalk Shoes (to some extent) and appearance, especially for leather shoes and boots. Heel replacement: heels periodically wear out. Not all shoes are designed Softwalk Shoes to enable this. Sole replacement: soles also wear out. Not all shoes Softwalk Shoes can Softwalk Shoes have their soles replaced. Shoelace Softwalk Shoes replacement. When unfit for use, shoes can Softwalk Shoes be treated as trash or municipal solid waste Softwalk Shoes and disposed of. The exception can be with most athletic sneakers which can be recycled and turned into other raw materials. See Nike Grind as an example. Someone who makes or repairs shoes in a Softwalk Shoes shop is called a cobbler. Shoe etiquette In most parts of the world (Asia, Eastern Europe, parts of the

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Middle Softwalk Shoes East and Africa, much of Northern Europe Softwalk Shoes and Canada, as well as Alaska) it is Softwalk Shoes customary Softwalk Shoes to remove shoes when entering a house. In some areas of the United Softwalk Shoes States, especially the Softwalk Shoes Midwest, it is expected that visitors remove their shoes unless a host specifically invites them to leave their shoes on. People do this to avoid Softwalk Shoes bringing dirt, mud or Softwalk Shoes snow into the house. For some societies, including those in Asia, indoor footwear may be provided for Softwalk Shoes guests. In the Middle East, parts of Softwalk Shoes Africa, Korea Softwalk Shoes and Thailand, it is considered Softwalk Shoes rude to show the soles of Vegetarian Shoes the feet Softwalk Shoes to Softwalk Shoes others (even accidentally, such as by crossing the legs). In addition, in Thailand, it is an

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extreme insult for the foot, socks, or shoes to touch someone's head or be placed over it. Although feet touching heads is an extremely rare occurrence in any society, some Softwalk Shoes Muay Thai boxers insult each other by "kicking" the

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