Shoes

Shoes are protective coverings worn on the feet, typically with a sole and an upper. They provide protection, support, and traction, and their forms vary with activity, environment, and culture.

Sole (footwear): The bottom part of footwear that contacts the ground and provides protection and traction. Its material and tread determine how a shoe grips surfaces and withstands wear.
Running shoe: A shoe designed to support and protect the foot during running. Cushioning, stability, and weight are tuned to repeated running impacts.
Sandals: Open footwear consisting of a sole attached to the foot by straps or other fastenings. Sandals represent a simple, ancient form of protective footwear.
Shoe removal customs: Social practices that require or encourage removing shoes in particular places. Cleanliness, household boundaries, and reverence shape when shoes come off.
Boot: A type of footwear that extends above the ankle. Boots differ from shoes chiefly through their higher coverage and added protection.
Shoe upper: The part of a shoe above the sole that covers and holds the foot. Its construction shapes support, breathability, and how securely the shoe fits.
Hiking boot: A sturdy boot designed to protect and support feet on hiking terrain. Its traction and ankle coverage suit uneven trails and heavy loads.
Ötzi: A Copper Age individual whose naturally preserved body was found in the Alps in 1991. His remains included complex hide-and-bark footwear, an early surviving shoe example.
Foot binding: The historical practice in China of tightly binding girls’ feet to produce small, shaped feet. It shows how footwear ideals and bodily practices can become bound to status and gender.
Slipper: Light indoor footwear designed primarily for comfort and ease of wear. Slippers are generally less structured and protective than outdoor shoes.

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