Feet And Footwear: A Cultural Encyclopedia May 2026

While today they are largely a symbol of femininity, in 17th-century Europe, they were originally a sign of masculinity and high social status for men.

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These backless slippers were favored by ancient Patricians in Rome. By the 17th century, they became highly adorned public fashion statements for wealthy French women. 2. Footwear, Taboos, and the Law While today they are largely a symbol of