The surprising origin of high heels

Footwear is so integral to the human experience, it's hard to imagine a time in history when it didn't exist.

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A Walk Through the History of Shoes

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F ootwear is so integral to the human experience, it's hard to imagine a time in history when it didn't exist. The degree to which shoes are essential for enhanced mobility means they arguably could even be considered our first vehicle. So whether you're a bona fide shoe-lover or someone who takes footwear for granted, it's worth thinking about the lineage of these things we put on our feet to carry ourselves through the world.

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