The boots with lapels and long tops, set behind the knee, were widespread in England. In the continuation of nearly a century, these shoes served as the hallmark of nobility. Shoes with a long, narrow noses came into fashion in the 14th century - first in France, then in Burgundy thence this fashion went to Germany, England, and Scotland. The first mention of high-top boots falls on the 15th century. They were laced, buttoned with buckles or wrapped around the legs with straps. Citizens mainly wore shoes or low ankle boots, and boots with high tops were worn by peasants and travelers. In continuation of this tradition, we produce custom medieval boots - each pair is made according to the customer's measurements. Obviously, there were no medieval shoe stores with ready-to-wear boots, so the wealthy ordered custom footwear from cobblers with numerous fitting, and the poor had to settle for the makeshift shoes. The first guild of shoemakers appeared in the mid-13th century. To wear Viking boots with comfort, you need to wear them in an authentic manner, ie with woolen knitted socks and insoles made of straw or felted wool. It was cut out of a solid piece or two pieces of leather sewn together in front. Heavy duty footwear was perfect for wet weather. Vikings' rawhide boots were primitive but strong.

Viking Bootsįrom the sagas, we know that Vikings wore nalbinding socks and shoes made of cattle leather, deerskin or sealskin. In the 6th century BC, Persians brought fine leather boots to Europe. Traditional footwear of Persians, they naturally complemented the rider's suit. In contrast, the eastern boots resembled the modern models. With tight-fitting tops and tapered at the ankle with straps, Byzantine boots still resembled stockings. The new type of footwear spread from there to Rome, and then - to Byzantium. Shoes with high carved sophisticated lacing were considered festive, ancient Greeks of both sexes wore them to a party. Most scientists are inclined to the version of the ancient Greek origin of the boots. Our medieval boots store offers a wide range of genuine leather and suede models for ladies and gentlemen of different eras! Ancient BootsĮarly man invented boots to provide better protection to his ankles and calves. Giving preference to buy medieval boots, you get a universal remedy against morning dew, road dust, dirt, and mosquito bites.

Leather shoes with high tops are a great for a variety of uses, whether you're working on a new LARP attire, running errands on the Ren Faire, or even taking part in reenactment tournament fighting.

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