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Moccasin - Mocassins

A moccasin is a shoe made of deerskin or other soft leather. The word derives from the Algonquian language and is the historical footwear of many North Native American tribes. The sole and sides of a moccasin are made from the same single piece of leather, meaning that its construction is continuous. They are then stitched together on the top with an additional panel. The sole of moccasin is very thin and flexible.

Depending on their geographical location, the moccasins of some Native American tribes are made with hard soles meant to protect their feet from rocks and other sharp objects. Moccasins allow the wearer to feel the ground while offering some protection. The top of the shoe is often adorned with beads or other types of decoration made of leather. Some moccasins are only worn during traditional Native American ceremonies and feature elaborate designs and pictures created out of beads. Moccasins are very light in terms of weight making them comfortable and virtually soundless when walking.

Today, moccasins are made in modern styles by most of the prominent footwear designers. Moccasins are very casual comfortable shoes and can be bought in a low boot, mid boot or high boot. They can also be found in a loafer style or with a synthetic fur lining.

The moccasins made with the synthetic fur lining are most typically used as slippers or house shoes as their bottoms easily absorb precipitation. Moccasins are often a light to medium brown natural color and are a great style rooted in tradition.