Footwear refers to garments worn on the feet, which typically serve the purpose of protection against adversities of the environment such as wear from rough ground; stability on slippery ground; and temperature. Shoes and similar garments ease locomotion and prevent injuries.

Wedge boots, wedgies, or lifties are shoes and boots with a sole in the form of a wedge, such that one piece of material, normally rubber, serves as both the sole and the heel. This design dates back to ancient Greece. [1] . Greek Actors used to wear these shoes to signify status.

A shoe is an item of footwear intended to protect and comfort the human foot. Though the human foot can adapt to varied terrains and climate conditions, it is vulnerable, and shoes provide protection.

This is a list of shoe styles and designs. 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.

Footwear is an item of clothing made by humans that covers and protects the foot, including the soles of the feet. Footwear allows people to walk on rough surfaces such as gravel roads without hurting their feet.

The main article for this category is Footwear. Footwear — types and topics. This category has the following 16 subcategories, out of 16 total. The following 42 pages are in this category, out of 42 total. This list may not reflect recent changes.

Sneakers (US) or trainers (UK), also known by a wide variety of other names, are shoes primarily designed for sports or other forms of physical exercise but are also widely used for everyday casual wear. They were popularized by companies such as Converse, Nike and Spalding in the mid 20th century.