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Insole The insole is the interior bottom of Diabetic Shoes a shoe, which sits directly beneath the foot. Many Diabetic Shoes shoes have removable and replaceable insoles, and extra insoles are often Diabetic Shoes added for comfort or health reasons (to control the Diabetic Shoes shape, moisture, or smell of the shoe). Outsole The outsole is the layer Diabetic Shoes in direct contact with Diabetic Shoes the ground. Diabetic Shoes Dress shoes have leather outsoles; casual or work-oriented shoes have outsoles made of natural rubber or a synthetic imitation. The Diabetic Shoes outsole may comprise a single piece, or may comprise separate pieces of different materials. Often the heel of the sole is rubber Diabetic Shoes for durability Pleaser Shoes and traction, while the front is leather for style. Diabetic Shoes Specialized shoes will often Diabetic Shoes have Diabetic Shoes modifications Diabetic Shoes on this design: athletic cleats have spikes embedded in the outsole to grip Diabetic Shoes the ground; many kinds of dancing shoes have much softer or harder soles. Midsole The layer in between the outsole and the insole Zappos Shoes that is typically there for shock absorption. Some types of shoes, like running shoes, have another material Safety Shoes for shock absorption, usually beneath the heel Diabetic Shoes where one puts the most pressure down. Different companies use different materials for the midsoles of Diabetic Shoes their shoes. Some shoes may not have a midsole at all. Heel Women's fashion boots The Diabetic Shoes bottom rear part ofDiabetic Shoesa shoe is the Diabetic Shoes heel. Its function is to support the heel of the foot. They are often made of the same Diabetic Shoes material as the sole of the shoe. This part can be high for fashion or Diabetic Shoes to make the person look taller, or flat for a more practical use. Vamp, or upper Any shoe has an upper part that Diabetic Shoes helps Diabetic Shoes hold the shoe Diabetic Shoes onto the Diabetic Shoes foot. Diabetic Shoes In the Diabetic Shoes simplest cases, such as sandals or flip flops, this may be nothing more than Diabetic Shoes Mephisto Shoes a few straps Diabetic Shoes 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 Diabetic Shoes decorated or is made in a certain style to look attractive. The U.S. Patent 3,355,535 , from 1967, describes a method for producing a shoe-upper (Hain Diabetic Shoes 1967). Accessories to shoes Shoehorn: can be used to insert a foot into a shoe by keeping the shoe open and providing Diabetic Shoes a smooth surface for the foot Diabetic Shoes to slide upon. Shoe tree: placed inside the shoe when user is not wearing it, to help maintain the shoe's shape. Shoe polishing equipment: Shoe polish: a waxy material spread on shoes to improve appearance, glossiness, and Diabetic Shoes provide Diabetic Shoes protection. Shoe brush and polishing cloth: used to apply polish to shoes. Overshoes or galoshes: Diabetic Shoes a rubber covering placed over shoes for Diabetic Shoes rain Diabetic Shoes and snow protection. (Orthopedic) shoe insert: insert of various Diabetic Shoes materials for cushioning, improved fit, or reduced abrasion. These include padding and inner linings. Diabetic Shoes Inserts may also be used to correct foot Diabetic Shoes problems. Shoe bag: a bag that Diabetic Shoes protects shoes against damage when they are not being worn. Shoe stretcher: a tool for making a shoe Diabetic Shoes longer or wider or for reducing discomfort in areas of Diabetic Shoes a shoe. Snow shoe: Diabetic Shoes a wooden or leather piece which increases the area of ground covered Diabetic Shoes by the shoe. Shoelaces: a system used to secure Diabetic Shoes shoes. Types of shoes Shoes made from real Diabetic Shoes crocodile skin, in a conservation exhibit at Bristol Zoo, England. Dress and casual shoes Dress shoes are Diabetic Shoes categorized by smooth and supple leather uppers, leather soles, and narrow sleek figure. Casual Diabetic Shoes shoes are characterized Diabetic Shoes by sturdy leather uppers, non-leather outsoles, and wide profile. Some Ellie Shoes designs of dress shoes can be worn Diabetic Shoes by either gender. The majority Diabetic Shoes of dress shoes have an upper covering, commonly made of leather, enclosing most of the lower foot, but not covering the ankles. This upper part of the shoe is often made without apertures or openings, but may also be made Diabetic Shoes withDiabetic Shoesopenings or even itself consist of a series of straps, Diabetic Shoes e.g. an Diabetic Shoes open toe featured in women's shoes. Shoes with uppers made high to cover the ankles Diabetic Shoes are also available; a shoe with the upperDiabetic ShoesrisingDiabetic Shoesabove the ankle is usually considered a boot but certain styles may Diabetic Shoes be referred to as high-topped shoes or high-tops. Usually, a high-topped shoe is secured by laces or zippers, although some styles have elastic inserts Diabetic Shoes to ease slipping the shoe on. Men's shoes Men's shoes Diabetic Shoes can be categorized Diabetic Shoes by how they are closed: Balmorals: the vamp has a V-shaped slit to which the laces are attached; also known as "closed lacing". In England, the balmoral is known as the Oxford. The word "Oxford" is used by American clothing companies to market Diabetic Shoes shoes that are not balmorals, such as rubber-sole bluchers. Bluchers: the laces Diabetic Shoes 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 Diabetic Shoes of lacing Various Diabetic Shoes other closings exist but are less popular such as side-elastic closings. Men's shoes can also be decorated in various ways: Plain-toes: have a sleek appearance and no extra decorations on Diabetic Shoes the vamp. Cap-toes: has Diabetic Shoes an Diabetic Shoes extra layer of leather that "caps" the toe. This is possibly the most popular decoration. Brogues (American: wing-tips): Diabetic Shoes The toe of the shoe is covered with a perforated panel, the Diabetic Shoes wing-tip, which extends down either side of the shoe. Brogues can be found in both balmoral and blucher styles. Please help Diabetic Shoes improve Diabetic Shoes this section by expanding it. Further information might be found on the talk page or at requests for expansion. The tone or style of this Diabetic Shoes article or section may not be appropriate for Wikipedia. Specific concerns may be found on Diabetic Shoes the talk page. See Wikipedia's Diabetic Shoes guide 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 styles being more accepted as unisex. Some Diabetic Shoes broad categories are: Pumps, known in the US and UK as ballerinas, ballet pumps or skimmers, Diabetic Shoes are shoesDiabetic Shoeswith a very low heel and a relatively short vamp, exposing much of the instep. Diabetic Shoes They are popular for warm-weather wear, and may be seen as more comfortable than shoes with a higher heel. 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Saddle shoe: leather shoe with a contrasting saddle-shaped band over the instep, typically white Diabetic Shoes uppers with black "saddle". Loafer: a dress or casual shoe without laces; often with tassels, buckles, or coin-holders (penny loafers). Boating shoes, also known as boat Diabetic Shoes shoes and deck shoes: similar to Diabetic Shoes a loafer, but more casual. Laces, if present, are Diabetic Shoes usually simple leather (often two-tone) with no frills. Often made of canvas or featuring a white sole. They have soft soles/heels to avoid Diabetic Shoes marring or scratching a boat deck. Boots: Long shoes (covering the ankle) frequently made of leather. Some are designed to be used in times of bad Diabetic Shoes weather, or simply as an alternate style of casual or dress wear. Styles include rubber boots and snow boots, as well as work boots and hiking boots. Slippers: Cole Haan Shoes For indoor use, commonly worn with pajamas. Athletic shoes Men's and women's Diabetic Shoes athletic shoes and special function shoes often have less difference between the sexes than in dress shoes. In Diabetic Shoes many cases these shoes can be worn by either Diabetic Shoes sex. Emphasis tends to be more on function Diabetic Shoes than style. Sneakers/trainers Diabetic Shoes (also called gym shoes or tennis shoes): general purpose athletic shoes; made out of rubber, cloth, and/or Diabetic Shoes plastic to be Diabetic Shoes lightweight, flexible, and have good Diabetic Shoes traction. Diabetic Shoes Special varieties are Diabetic Shoes available for basketball or tennis. Running shoes: very similar to above, Diabetic Shoes with additional emphasis on cushioning. Track shoes: lightweight; Diabetic Shoes often Diabetic Shoes with plastic or metal cleats A shoe for the right foot. Cleat (shoe): a type of shoe featuring molded or removable studs. Usually worn while playing sports such as rugby, football, American football, or baseball. A shoe for the right foot. Golf shoes: with Diabetic Shoes "spikes" for better grip in grass and wet ground. Originally the spikes or "cleats" were Diabetic Shoes made of metal but replaceable Diabetic Shoes "soft spikes" made of synthetic plastic-like materials with prongs distributed Diabetic Shoes radially around the edge of each spike are much Diabetic Shoes more common Diabetic Shoes 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 soles/heels so as not to damageDiabetic Shoesbowling alley floors. They are often rented or loaned Diabetic Shoes at bowling alleys. Climbing shoes: a shoe designed for rock climbing. They typically have a Diabetic Shoes close fit, little if any padding, and a smoothDiabetic Shoessticky rubber sole with Diabetic Shoes an extended rubber rand. Hiking shoes or boots: usually have a high somewhat stiff upper withDiabetic Shoesmany lace eyelets, to provide ankle support on uneven terrain, with extra large traction on the Diabetic Shoes sole. Walking shoes: have a more flexible sole than the running shoe, lighter in weight than the hiking Diabetic Shoes boot, may have air holes, may not be water proof. Skating shoes: typically called Diabetic Shoes skates. They have various attachments for skating on Diabetic Shoes the bottom of the shoe portion. Ice skates Roller skates Inline skates Ski boot: a large, thick plastic boot specially designed for attachment to the ski. Skateboarding shoes have flat soles for a better grip on a skateboard. They are 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 Diabetic Shoes clipless pedals, as well as a stiff sole to maximize power transfer and Diabetic Shoes support the foot. Snowshoes are special shoes for walking Diabetic Shoes Prada Shoes in Diabetic Shoes thick snow. In temperate climates, Diabetic Shoes snowshoes Diabetic Shoes are used for Diabetic Shoes mostly recreational purposes in winter. Wrestling shoes are light, flexible shoes that mimic bare feet while providing additional traction Diabetic Shoes and protection. Orthopedic shoes Orthopedic Diabetic Shoes or "comfort" shoes are made withDiabetic Shoespedorthic and anatomically-correct comfort qualities, such as padded removable footbeds, wide toe boxes and arch support are made especially for those with problematic Diabetic Shoes feet. Dance shoes Pointe shoes. Diabetic Shoes Designed for ballet dancing. These have a toe box that is stiffened with glue and a hardened sole so the dancer can Diabetic Shoes stand on the tips of Diabetic Shoes their toes. They are secured by elastic straps and ribbons that Diabetic Shoes are tiedDiabetic Shoesto the dancer's ankles. Ballet shoes Heel-less slippers made of Diabetic Shoes canvas or leather, with either continuous or two-partDiabetic Shoessole (i.e., split-sole). The sole is typically made Diabetic Shoes of leather, with thicker material under the ball and heel Diabetic Shoes of the Diabetic Shoes foot, and thinner and thus more flexible material under the arch so that Diabetic Shoes 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 Diabetic Shoes be made in specialty colours such as red or blue. Jazz shoes. These typically have a two-part, rubberizedDiabetic Shoessole (i.e., split-sole) to provide both flexibility and traction, and a low (one inch or shorter) heel. They are secured to the foot by laces or elastic inserts. Tango/flamenco dance shoes. Ballroom shoes. They fall into two categories for the two genres of dances as defined by the IDSF (International Diabetic Shoes DanceSport Federation): Ballroom and Latin American. Both are characterised by suede soles. Mens' Ballroom shoes are typically lace-ups with 1-inch heels and patent leather uppers. Ladies' Ballroom shoes are typically court shoes with low 2-inch heels, Diabetic Shoes usually made of fabric so that they can be Diabetic Shoes finished with aDiabetic Shoesgreater variety of colours to match the dancer's Diabetic Shoes dress. 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Variously called called Foot Paws and FootUndeez, depending on the manufacturer, these are slip-on, partial foot covers that protect the ball of a dancer's foot from skin Diabetic Shoes abrasions while executing turns. From a distance, fleshDiabetic Shoescolored foot thongs give a dancer the appearance of Diabetic Shoes having Tennis Shoes bare feet. Modern pointe shoes. Ballet shoes. Jazz shoes. This style is frequently worn by acro dancers. 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 Diabetic Shoes generally made from sturdy leather uppers and non-leather outsoles. Diabetic Shoes Sometimes they are used for uniforms or comfort by nurses, waitresses, police, military personnel, etc. They are commonly Diabetic Shoes used for protection in industrial settings, construction, mining, and other workplaces. Diabetic Shoes Protective features may include steel-tipped toes and soles or ankle guards. Historical shoes Footwear has been worn for tens of thousands of years. Shoes of the past Diabetic Shoes include: Espadrilles: these sandals, which are still worn today, are Diabetic Shoes found as early as the 14th century. Patten: a European wooden Diabetic Shoes overshoe used to keep a person's feet dry outdoors. First worn in the middle ages, they continued in use even into the earlyDiabetic Shoes20th century. Poulaine: a shoe with a long-pointed toe, popular in Europe Diabetic Shoes in the 1400s. Moccasins: the historical shoe Diabetic Shoes 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 material reforms to fit the wearer's feet. The person is said to have broken in Diabetic Shoes the Diabetic Shoes shoes. Polishing: for protection, water resistance (toDiabetic Shoessome Diabetic Shoes extent) and appearance, especially for leather shoes and boots. Heel replacement: heels periodically wear Diabetic Shoes out. Not all shoes are designed to enable this. Sole replacement: soles also wear out. Not all shoes can have their soles replaced. Shoelace replacement. When unfit for use, shoes can Diabetic Shoes be treated Diabetic Shoes as Diabetic Shoes trash or municipal solid waste and disposed of. The exception can be with most athletic sneakers which can be recycled and turned into other raw materials. Diabetic Shoes See Nike Grind as an example. Someone who makes or repairs shoes in a shop is called a cobbler. Shoe Diabetic Shoes etiquette In most parts of the world (Asia, Diabetic Shoes Eastern Europe, parts of the Middle East and Africa, much of Northern Europe and Canada, as well as Alaska) it Diabetic Shoes is customary to remove shoes when entering a house. 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