Feet And Footwear: A Cultural Encyclopedia -

: The Poulaine —a shoe with an extremely long, pointed toe —became a status marker; the longer the point, the higher the wearer's social rank.

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: In many Arab cultures, showing the sole of your shoe to someone is considered a grave insult. 👞 Footwear as a Status Symbol : The Poulaine —a shoe with an extremely