footgear
Boots and sandals
Footgear is a collective term for items worn on the feet—shoes, boots, sandals, slippers, and the like.
The word appears most often in contexts where specific types don't matter: proper footgear for hiking, military footgear regulations.
Footwear means the same thing and is more common.
Laced dress shoes
- broguesPerforated leather dress shoes
- loafersLaceless slip-on shoes
- derbiesDome-crowned formal hats
- wingtipsShoes with decorative toe perforations
espadrilles · clogs · sandals · flip-flops · mules · slides · chukkas · flats
Softening force or fall
- insolesRemovable shoe padding
- paddingMaterial for cushioning
- orthoticSupportive medical device
- ergonomicDesigned for bodily efficiency
breathability · moisture-wicking · slip-ons · moccasins · slippers · loafers · flexibility · supportive
Thin, high-heeled shoes
- pumpsLaceless dress shoes
- wedgesTapered pieces for leverage
- peep-toeShoe exposing toes
- slingbacksShoes with heel straps
embellished · suede · trendy · runway · couture · boutique · luxury · strappy
Impervious to moisture
- gaitersAnkle-to-calf protective wear
- cramponsSpiked boot attachments
- insulatedShielded from heat loss
- breathablePermits air passage
durable · grippy · gore-tex · rugged · terrain · traction · lightweight
Spiked sports shoes
- trainersThose who coach athletes
- spikesSharp metal protrusions
- cross-trainersVersatile workout footwear
- high-topsAnkle-height athletic shoes
Able to block piercing
- slip-resistantPrevents sliding or skidding
- fireproofUnable to ignite
- insulatedShielded from heat loss
- reinforcedMade more resistant
oxfords
Laced dress shoes
wingtips · espadrilles · clogs · sandals · flip-flops · mules · slides · chukkas · flats · wedges
cushioning
Softening force or fall
ergonomic · breathability · moisture-wicking · slip-ons · moccasins · slippers · loafers · flexibility · supportive
stilettos
Thin, high-heeled shoes
slingbacks · embellished · suede · trendy · runway · couture · boutique · luxury · strappy · metallic
waterproof
Impervious to moisture
breathable · durable · grippy · gore-tex · rugged · terrain · traction · lightweight
cleats
Spiked sports shoes
- trainersThose who coach athletes
- spikesSharp metal protrusions
- cross-trainersVersatile workout footwear
puncture-resistant
Able to block piercing
- slip-resistantPrevents sliding or skidding
- fireproofUnable to ignite
- insulatedShielded from heat loss
ghillies
Soft laced dance shoes