Bizarre Shoes in History

The 10 Most Bizarre Shoes in History according to Retrocharm

1. Chopines (Italy 1580-1620)

2. Kabkabs (Lebanon 14th-17th Century)

3. Padukas / Toe Knob Sandals (India 1700s)

4. Men's High Heels (Europe 1700s)

5. Okobo (Japan 18th Century - Present)

6. Wooden Bridal Shoes (France late 19th Century)

7. Plaited Birch Bark Shoe (Finland mid 20th Century)

8. Lotus Shoes (China 10th Century - 2009)

9. The Ballet Boot (1980's to Present)

10. Heel-less Shoes (2007)

BONUS: The Armadillo Shoes by Alexander Mcqueen

click on the LINK for a more detailed write up about the history of the shoes 

5,500 years ago

Oldest shoe was found in in the mountains of Armenia (somewhere in Southern Europe)

It is said to be a piece of leather with its front and back laced up

"found in a cave along with other evidence of human occupation. The shoe had been stuffed with grass, which dated to the same time as the leather of the shoe — between 5,637 and 5,387 years ago." - yahoo news (june10,2010)

I'm just glad I live in the 21st century, where shoes already evolved with designs and styles.