A shoe is an item of footwear intended to protect and
comfort the human foot while doing various activities. Shoes are also used as
an item of decoration. The design of shoes has varied enormously through time
and from culture to culture, with appearance originally being tied to function.
Additionally, fashion has often dictated many design elements, such as whether
shoes have very high heels or flat ones. Contemporary footwear varies widely in
style, complexity and cost.
Basic sandals may consist of only a thin sole and simple
strap. High fashion shoes may be made of very expensive materials in complex
construction and sell for thousands of dollars a pair. Other shoes are for very
specific purposes, such as boots designed specifically for mountaineering or
skiing.
Traditionally, shoes have been made from leather, wood or
canvas, but are increasingly made from rubber, plastics, and other
petrochemical-derived materials.
The foot contains more bones than any other single part of
the body. Though it has evolved over hundreds of thousands of years in relation
to vastly varied terrain and climate conditions, the foot is still vulnerable
to environmental hazards such as sharp rocks and hot ground, against which,
shoes can protect.
Types:
There are a wide variety of different types of Leather Shoes. Most
types of shoes are designed for specific activities.
For example,
Boots are typically designed for work or heavy outdoor use.
Athletic shoes are
designed for particular sports such as running, walking, or other sports.
Some shoes are designed to be worn at more formal occasions,
and others are designed for casual wear.
There are also a wide
variety of shoes designed for different types of dancing. Orthopedic shoes are
special types of footwear designed for individuals with particular foot
problems or special needs. Other animals, such as dogs and horses, may also
wear special shoes to protect their feet as well.
Depending on the activity for which they are designed, some
types of footwear may fit into multiple categories. For example, Cowboy boots
are considered boots, but may also be worn in more formal occasions and used as
dress shoes. Hiking boots incorporate many of the protective features of boots,
but also provide the extra flexibility and comfort of many athletic shoes.
Flip-flops are considered casual footwear, but have also been worn in formal
occasions, such as visits to the White House.


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