Moccasins, origins and types
Created: July 24, 2019
Last updated: July 24, 2019
The moccasin shoes They are ideal for the well-dressed man of the 21st century. They are elegant and comfortable at the same time, and can be used in all kinds of situations, from work days, meetings, leisure or daily life. Although they can also be used by women, they are mainly a male shoe. They are characterized by not having laces or support and being very easy to put on.
The moccasin shoes They are ideal for the well-dressed man of the 21st century. They are elegant and comfortable at the same time, and can be used in all kinds of situations, from work days, meetings, leisure or daily life. Although they can also be used by women, they are mainly a male shoe. They are characterized by not having laces or support and being very easy to put on.
The history of this type of footwear, so in vogue in the 21st century, dates back to the times of the colonization of North America. It was the type of shoe worn by Native Americans, at that time they were characterized by being made of untanned skins and having a soft sole. Its use became popular at that time among European settlers and the first Americans of European origin and its popularity reached Europe, however they lost part of their popularity with the industrial revolution, where mass production gave rise to other types of footwear that were more profitable to manufacture. Despite its decline in popularity, at the end of the 20th century and today its popularity experienced a resurgence, becoming an essential in the shoes of any man who likes to dress elegantly.
There are different types of moccasins, the best known are the Beefroll type (the king of moccasins), the Italian and the Tassel.
He Beefroll Moccasin (meat roll in English) owes its name to the knots that attach the mask to the upper of the shoe and that resemble meat rolls. It is a type of moccasin that lends itself to all kinds of situations, although it is more commonly used with more informal looks.
He Tassel-type moccasin It is characterised by its decoration, with a bow and two tassels on the instep. It is a more formal and elegant shoe than the Beefroll, which is why it is more widely used on special occasions, formal dinners, social events, etc.
The Italian loafers, are born as an imitation of the moccasins made in the USA and over time have their own definition and character. They are of a freer style, made with finer and softer leathers, which give them an excellent adaptation to the foot and a smaller size, which makes them more aesthetic. Currently, they are one of the most appreciated types of moccasins in the men's wardrobe. On the downside, they have their durability, which is less than that of other types of moccasins, due to the use of softer and finer materials.
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