Story of Heels - #FashionStories

Heels, showcasing an array of shapes and sizes, may have a reputation for discomfort, but let's face it, they're an undeniable fixture in our modern society. But how did these glamorous statement pieces find their way into women's closets?

Let's go back to the beginnings of high heels – a narrative that commences not with women but with the kings, nobility, and affluent men of bygone eras. Envision this: men confidently wearing high heels, flaunting their style long before it transformed into a fashion trend for women. One hypothesis proposes that these heels originated out of practicality, crafted to facilitate equestrians in navigating stirrups.


In the day, Persian soldiers cracked the code: heeled shoes kept their feet snug in stirrups, providing the stability to nail those bow and arrow moves. Unearthed in Nishapur, Iran, a soldier from the Samanid Empire's heyday (874-1005) rocked an early version of heeled riding boots. Guess what? Our modern cowboy boots owe it all to this 10th-century vibe!

Fast forward to the 17th century – Persian riders were rocking one-inch heels, whether on horseback or strutting the streets. Since horses were the ultimate status symbol, these heels became a flex of money and power.

Jumping to the present day, and heels have become an essential accessory for nearly every woman, still featuring a subtle heel for added stability.

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