High Heels
Transcript: Men were the first ones to wear heels. They were adopted by the highest class of societies. For men, wearing heels was a sign of power. Men stopped wearing heels because when women wore them, it made them feel weak and lost their power as a symbol for men. In 3500 B.C., early signs of high heels could be seen on ancient Egyptian murals. Heeled shoes were worn by both men and women, and most commonly for ceremonial purposes. During the Middle Ages, both men and women would wear “pattens”, which were wooden soles, attached to their shoes in order to keep their fragile and expensive footwear out of the mud and street debris. In 1533, the first heels were made for women to make their legs appear longer. Origins of Heels Beginning of High Heels High Heels High heels were originally worn by men. Horse-back riding cultures wore heels on the bottom of their boots. Ancient Egyptians also worse heels as early as 3500 BC. Men and Heels In conclusion, high heels are a very popular accessory today. More than 39 percent of women wear heels everyday, and say that it really brings out their outfit. Since 1954, high heels had a major change. A new style called the "stiletto" was created and many women were thrilled. There are many different types of styles for heels. To this day, women still wear tall heels. Many brands such as Louboutin, Jimmy Choo, and Louis Vuitton have made major sales in the heel company. Designer Brands Conclusion
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