sandals shoes

The sandal has an open and summery shoe shape. It consists only of a sole and straps that can be attached to the foot. Classic sandals are usually made of leather, while sporty sandals like trekking sandals are made of synthetic material.

Classification of the sandals category

The sandal is the oldest form of shoe known to man. A typical feature of the sandal is its airy lightness, as the sole of this shoe is attached to the foot with just a few straps. Sandals do not have a real heel, so the sandal is a unisex shoe model.

The sole is usually very flat but can be several inches thick depending on use. The leather from which the sandals are made and the exact shape of the straps are subject to fashion.

variants and materials

Sandals are made in countless variations and combinations of materials. It is best to distinguish them by their sole. There is:

• Cork sandals, often worn as slippers.
• Wooden sandals with an engraved ergonomic footbed.
• Leather sandals, also known as Roman sandals, where the sole is made of thick, tanned, smooth leather. This particular sandal can only be worn in dry weather.
• Straw sandals, which are the most common in Asia and are also known as waraji.
• Plastic sandals that are often used as bathing shoes. Especially when bathing in the sea to protect yourself from dangerous marine life such as sea urchins.
• Trekking sandals that are resistant to water and are specially tailored to the needs of hikers.

In fact, sandals are the most common shoe model in the world. They existed in the early days and will continue to exist in the future.