If there was ever an item of clothing to epitomise the style and fashion of an era it would have to be shoes (or
their absence). The following presentation is a brief review of rock shows in the later part of the 20th Century.
Pinyin was developed as part of a Chinese government project in the 1950s to romanize Mandarin Chinese. Zhou Youguang, a prominent Chinese linguist, led the government committee that developed pinyin. He is often called "the father of pinyin" for his leadership role in creating the romanization system.
the ppt covers detailed information on the costumes of east asia covering countries like Japan, China, Koreas, Bhutan. this talks about the history of clothing in these areas during the very first civilizations.
The document discusses the benefits of exercise for mental health. Regular physical activity can help reduce anxiety and depression and improve mood and cognitive functioning. Exercise causes chemical changes in the brain that may help protect against mental illness and improve symptoms.
A jammer is a type of swimsuit worn by male swimmers for competitions. It is made of materials like nylon and lycra that provide moderate coverage from the waist to above the knee while being form fitting to reduce drag. A cycling jersey is a specialized shirt for cycling with features like a long back and pockets only in the back for comfort and reduced air resistance when in a bent position. A leotard is a unisex tight full body garment that leaves the legs free, worn for activities like gymnastics, dancing, and circus performances sometimes with ballet skirts or tights.
1162 mcq on computer with answer [www.itmona.com]Itmona
The document discusses the benefits of exercise for mental health. It states that regular physical activity can help reduce anxiety and depression and improve mood and cognitive functioning. Exercise causes chemical changes in the brain that may help boost feelings of calmness, happiness and focus.
This document is the table of contents for a book titled "Design Essentials: 100 Principles of Fashion Design" by Jay Calderin. The table of contents outlines the book's structure, which is divided into three main sections: Thought, Inventory, and Technique. It also lists the title of each of the 100 chapters that make up the book.
The author added pictures to an existing scientific work about scales of size called "Powers of Ten" to help explain the research. They included Hubble Space Telescope images showing galaxies from 10 billion years ago to demonstrate scientific findings that the universe appears flat. A series of measurements from 10^25 meters to 10^-33 meters is also included.
Pinyin was developed as part of a Chinese government project in the 1950s to romanize Mandarin Chinese. Zhou Youguang, a prominent Chinese linguist, led the government committee that developed pinyin. He is often called "the father of pinyin" for his leadership role in creating the romanization system.
the ppt covers detailed information on the costumes of east asia covering countries like Japan, China, Koreas, Bhutan. this talks about the history of clothing in these areas during the very first civilizations.
The document discusses the benefits of exercise for mental health. Regular physical activity can help reduce anxiety and depression and improve mood and cognitive functioning. Exercise causes chemical changes in the brain that may help protect against mental illness and improve symptoms.
A jammer is a type of swimsuit worn by male swimmers for competitions. It is made of materials like nylon and lycra that provide moderate coverage from the waist to above the knee while being form fitting to reduce drag. A cycling jersey is a specialized shirt for cycling with features like a long back and pockets only in the back for comfort and reduced air resistance when in a bent position. A leotard is a unisex tight full body garment that leaves the legs free, worn for activities like gymnastics, dancing, and circus performances sometimes with ballet skirts or tights.
1162 mcq on computer with answer [www.itmona.com]Itmona
The document discusses the benefits of exercise for mental health. It states that regular physical activity can help reduce anxiety and depression and improve mood and cognitive functioning. Exercise causes chemical changes in the brain that may help boost feelings of calmness, happiness and focus.
This document is the table of contents for a book titled "Design Essentials: 100 Principles of Fashion Design" by Jay Calderin. The table of contents outlines the book's structure, which is divided into three main sections: Thought, Inventory, and Technique. It also lists the title of each of the 100 chapters that make up the book.
The author added pictures to an existing scientific work about scales of size called "Powers of Ten" to help explain the research. They included Hubble Space Telescope images showing galaxies from 10 billion years ago to demonstrate scientific findings that the universe appears flat. A series of measurements from 10^25 meters to 10^-33 meters is also included.
Indigenous Australians rarely wore shoes, while early European settlers brought shoes that were ill-suited for Australian conditions. Convict shoemakers established the footwear industry in Australia. While American imports dominated in the late 19th century, Australian manufacturers rebounded during the World Wars. Some iconic Australian shoe brands like RM Williams emerged, focusing on practical styles for rural lifestyles. However, most footwear production has now moved offshore, with local manufacturers producing around 12% of shoes purchased in Australia.
Fetishism & Sexual Variance: A brief reviewCameron Kippen
This document discusses foot and shoe fetishes from a psychological perspective. It defines fetishism and different levels of fetishism intensity. It provides background on theorists like Freud who have studied fetishes. It discusses characteristics of those with paraphilic fetishes and specifics about foot and shoe fetishes. It notes fetishism is often seen as a male phenomenon related to performance anxiety and a way to ease anxiety about sexual acts.
John Lobb became famous for his bespoke bootmaking business after developing a hollow-heeled boot for prospectors in Australia and winning awards for his craft. He eventually moved his business to London. Shoe polish, like Kiwi polish invented in Australia, became important for maintaining footwear and a mark of status. Shoe shining was an occupation that some businessmen rose from, like Malcolm X. The shoe polishing industry has faced issues around child labor and street children.
The document lists 50 things that "real men" allegedly do not do, ranging from acting macho and fighting unnecessarily to watching certain TV shows, owning small vehicles, and engaging in behaviors seen as feminine or weak. The list promotes stereotypical ideas of masculinity.
This document proposes an efficient keyword searching technique (EKST) for encrypted data stored in cloud computing environments. EKST allows for fuzzy keyword searches that tolerate minor typos or inconsistencies. It does this by constructing fuzzy keyword sets for predefined keywords that include variations within a certain edit distance. EKST then designs an efficient search approach based on these fuzzy keyword sets to securely retrieve matching encrypted files from the cloud server while revealing minimal information. The document outlines the problem formulation, related work, and proposes techniques like wildcard-based construction of fuzzy keyword sets to improve storage efficiency and search performance for fuzzy keyword search over encrypted cloud data.
War and disposable income led to the rise of teenage culture in the 1950s. Teenagers began going to dance halls on weekends and developed their own styles like wearing leather jackets, jeans, and boots. Dick Clark's American Bandstand TV show, which began in 1952, helped popularize dances and music among teens. Specific dances like the jive, bop, and twist developed and spread among youth along with iconic shoes styles of the time like saddle shoes, penny loafers, and brothel creepers. Rock music and films like The Wild One further influenced youth fashion in the 1950s with styles like blue suede shoes and biker boots.
Pope Pius X disapproved of early 20th century dance crazes that mimicked animal movements like the Turkey Trot and Grizzly Bear. Dances like the Tango rose in popularity in the early 1900s and spread from nightclubs to Europe on ocean liners. Throughout the 1920s and 1930s, new dances like the Charleston, Black Bottom, and Lindy Hop emerged alongside changing hemlines, shoes styles, and music trends. Dance styles incorporated influences from places like Cuba, Argentina, and Africa and reflected contemporary events and fashion of the time period.
The document provides a history of shoes from ancient times to modern day across various cultures and geographies. It discusses how the first shoes were sandals worn by ancient Egyptians and others for protection. Over time, shoes evolved and different styles emerged for various purposes, environments, social statuses, and tribes. For example, moccasins were commonly worn by Native Americans while Chinese developed straw sandals and silk shoes. The document also examines the origins and designs of traditional wooden shoes like Dutch clogs, Japanese geta, and medieval European pattens.
This document provides a brief history of footwear from 8000 BCE to present day, covering various styles from around the world. It mentions early sandals from the Stone Age consisting of a simple platform with toe and heel attachments woven from rope. During the 4th-1st millennium BCE, animal skins were used and footwear began distinguishing social ranks. The section where toe thongs attached was called the "nkh" and some believe this symbolized the Ankh symbol for life. The document then briefly outlines various footwear styles from cultures including Biblical times, the Roman Empire, 16th century Europe, Korea, Latin America, and present day styles from New Zealand.
The document provides a 5-step process for leaders to manage stress and increase their leadership effectiveness. The steps are: 1) Identify specific stressors, 2) Determine if stress is helpful or harmful, 3) Shift focus from stress to progress, 4) Increase leadership capacity and impact, 5) Avoid passing stress to team and build momentum. It discusses how stress can be a useful signal if managed properly, but too much stress is unhealthy and can negatively impact leadership.
This document discusses the history and cultural significance of shoes. It covers how shoes have evolved from basic foot coverings made of skins and fur to the modern high-heeled shoes popular today. Some key points mentioned include that high heels were originally worn by men while riding horses, and only later became a fashion trend for women. The document also notes that shoes can be objects of obsession and fantasy for many women, and collecting shoes is likened to a form of love.
O Olho do Consumidor - cartilha sobre orgânicos ilustrada pelo ZiraldoMaria Rê
O documento fornece informações sobre produtos orgânicos para consumidores, definindo o que é produção orgânica, como identificar produtos orgânicos verdadeiros e as regras para a utilização do selo orgânico.
The document summarizes the history and evolution of shoes from the earliest evidence of protective foot coverings around 40,000 years ago to modern times. It discusses the origins of shoe use dating back 500,000 years for protection from harsh climates. The earliest hard evidence of shoes are sandals from around 10,000 years ago. The timeline then outlines important developments in shoe design and manufacturing over centuries from ancient Egypt and Mesopotamia to modern inventions that enabled mass production and popularization of shoes worldwide.
Este catálogo de fardas fornece uma variedade de opções de uniformes para diferentes indústrias e atividades, incluindo saúde, hotelaria, restauração e serviços. Ele descreve detalhadamente conjuntos, peças individuais e acessórios para homens e mulheres, com informações sobre corte, tecidos e cores disponíveis. O catálogo parece ter o objetivo de ajudar empresas a personalizarem uniformes funcionais e estilizados para seus funcionários.
This document discusses the history and embellishments of footwear and mentions heels, soles, fixings, and interchangeable plastic parts that allow for choice in footwear customization. Specific hybrid footwear designs are referenced along with a YouTube video providing additional information.
The document discusses the global and Indian footwear markets. The global footwear market grew 3.8% in 2005 to $159.6 billion and is forecast to reach $194.3 billion by 2010. In India, liberalization increased purchasing power and the footwear market grew 8% in 2004 to 1.8 billion pairs worth $2.4 billion. Major Indian brands include Bata, Liberty, Woodland, and Reebok. The market is shifting towards branded, casual styles and growth in sportswear, women's/kids segments.
Gideon Shoes is an Australian company that produces handmade sneakers made from premium materials like kangaroo leather and cane toad hide. All profits from shoe sales go to supporting The Street University, a facility in Sydney that provides education and counseling to marginalized youth. The shoes are produced ethically in Australia without the use of sweatshops. Gideon Shoes had a product launch in December 2010 and are working to expand distribution across Australia, the U.S., and Europe while continuing to support charitable causes.
Cricket originated in England in the 16th century and became widely popular in the 18th century. It was introduced to India in the 1840s when the Parsi community in Bombay founded the first Indian cricket club. India entered international test cricket in 1932 while still under British rule. The game has evolved over time, from being played mainly by aristocrats to becoming a professional sport dominated by test matches and one-day internationals between countries.
The document summarizes fashion trends in music and clothing from the 1950s to the 2010s. In the 1950s, classic music dominated and men wore dark, conservative suits. Casual skirts and pants became popular for women. In the 1970s, disco music rose in popularity thanks to artists like the Bee Gees. Fashion included bell bottom jeans and platform shoes. Punk fashion also emerged. By the 1990s, grunge music and fashion grew influential due to bands like Nirvana. From 2010 onward, colors like teal and neon became trendy as did skinny jeans, while pop, hip hop, electronic, and dubstep music grew in popularity.
The musical influence on fashion and design of clothing over the 20th centuryKillian Vigna
The document discusses how different musical genres from the 20th century influenced fashion and clothing design. It covers the jazz scene of the 1920s-1930s and the zoot suits and free flowing dresses popular then. The 1950s rock and roll era brought tight jeans, t-shirts, and leather jackets for men and poodle skirts for women. Glam rock in the late 1960s featured elaborate costumes with makeup. Hip hop from the 1970s-1990s was characterized by baggy clothes, gold jewelry, and brand names. Punk rock in the late 1970s stood out with torn and safety pinned clothes, colorful hairstyles, tattoos, and piercings.
Indigenous Australians rarely wore shoes, while early European settlers brought shoes that were ill-suited for Australian conditions. Convict shoemakers established the footwear industry in Australia. While American imports dominated in the late 19th century, Australian manufacturers rebounded during the World Wars. Some iconic Australian shoe brands like RM Williams emerged, focusing on practical styles for rural lifestyles. However, most footwear production has now moved offshore, with local manufacturers producing around 12% of shoes purchased in Australia.
Fetishism & Sexual Variance: A brief reviewCameron Kippen
This document discusses foot and shoe fetishes from a psychological perspective. It defines fetishism and different levels of fetishism intensity. It provides background on theorists like Freud who have studied fetishes. It discusses characteristics of those with paraphilic fetishes and specifics about foot and shoe fetishes. It notes fetishism is often seen as a male phenomenon related to performance anxiety and a way to ease anxiety about sexual acts.
John Lobb became famous for his bespoke bootmaking business after developing a hollow-heeled boot for prospectors in Australia and winning awards for his craft. He eventually moved his business to London. Shoe polish, like Kiwi polish invented in Australia, became important for maintaining footwear and a mark of status. Shoe shining was an occupation that some businessmen rose from, like Malcolm X. The shoe polishing industry has faced issues around child labor and street children.
The document lists 50 things that "real men" allegedly do not do, ranging from acting macho and fighting unnecessarily to watching certain TV shows, owning small vehicles, and engaging in behaviors seen as feminine or weak. The list promotes stereotypical ideas of masculinity.
This document proposes an efficient keyword searching technique (EKST) for encrypted data stored in cloud computing environments. EKST allows for fuzzy keyword searches that tolerate minor typos or inconsistencies. It does this by constructing fuzzy keyword sets for predefined keywords that include variations within a certain edit distance. EKST then designs an efficient search approach based on these fuzzy keyword sets to securely retrieve matching encrypted files from the cloud server while revealing minimal information. The document outlines the problem formulation, related work, and proposes techniques like wildcard-based construction of fuzzy keyword sets to improve storage efficiency and search performance for fuzzy keyword search over encrypted cloud data.
War and disposable income led to the rise of teenage culture in the 1950s. Teenagers began going to dance halls on weekends and developed their own styles like wearing leather jackets, jeans, and boots. Dick Clark's American Bandstand TV show, which began in 1952, helped popularize dances and music among teens. Specific dances like the jive, bop, and twist developed and spread among youth along with iconic shoes styles of the time like saddle shoes, penny loafers, and brothel creepers. Rock music and films like The Wild One further influenced youth fashion in the 1950s with styles like blue suede shoes and biker boots.
Pope Pius X disapproved of early 20th century dance crazes that mimicked animal movements like the Turkey Trot and Grizzly Bear. Dances like the Tango rose in popularity in the early 1900s and spread from nightclubs to Europe on ocean liners. Throughout the 1920s and 1930s, new dances like the Charleston, Black Bottom, and Lindy Hop emerged alongside changing hemlines, shoes styles, and music trends. Dance styles incorporated influences from places like Cuba, Argentina, and Africa and reflected contemporary events and fashion of the time period.
The document provides a history of shoes from ancient times to modern day across various cultures and geographies. It discusses how the first shoes were sandals worn by ancient Egyptians and others for protection. Over time, shoes evolved and different styles emerged for various purposes, environments, social statuses, and tribes. For example, moccasins were commonly worn by Native Americans while Chinese developed straw sandals and silk shoes. The document also examines the origins and designs of traditional wooden shoes like Dutch clogs, Japanese geta, and medieval European pattens.
This document provides a brief history of footwear from 8000 BCE to present day, covering various styles from around the world. It mentions early sandals from the Stone Age consisting of a simple platform with toe and heel attachments woven from rope. During the 4th-1st millennium BCE, animal skins were used and footwear began distinguishing social ranks. The section where toe thongs attached was called the "nkh" and some believe this symbolized the Ankh symbol for life. The document then briefly outlines various footwear styles from cultures including Biblical times, the Roman Empire, 16th century Europe, Korea, Latin America, and present day styles from New Zealand.
The document provides a 5-step process for leaders to manage stress and increase their leadership effectiveness. The steps are: 1) Identify specific stressors, 2) Determine if stress is helpful or harmful, 3) Shift focus from stress to progress, 4) Increase leadership capacity and impact, 5) Avoid passing stress to team and build momentum. It discusses how stress can be a useful signal if managed properly, but too much stress is unhealthy and can negatively impact leadership.
This document discusses the history and cultural significance of shoes. It covers how shoes have evolved from basic foot coverings made of skins and fur to the modern high-heeled shoes popular today. Some key points mentioned include that high heels were originally worn by men while riding horses, and only later became a fashion trend for women. The document also notes that shoes can be objects of obsession and fantasy for many women, and collecting shoes is likened to a form of love.
O Olho do Consumidor - cartilha sobre orgânicos ilustrada pelo ZiraldoMaria Rê
O documento fornece informações sobre produtos orgânicos para consumidores, definindo o que é produção orgânica, como identificar produtos orgânicos verdadeiros e as regras para a utilização do selo orgânico.
The document summarizes the history and evolution of shoes from the earliest evidence of protective foot coverings around 40,000 years ago to modern times. It discusses the origins of shoe use dating back 500,000 years for protection from harsh climates. The earliest hard evidence of shoes are sandals from around 10,000 years ago. The timeline then outlines important developments in shoe design and manufacturing over centuries from ancient Egypt and Mesopotamia to modern inventions that enabled mass production and popularization of shoes worldwide.
Este catálogo de fardas fornece uma variedade de opções de uniformes para diferentes indústrias e atividades, incluindo saúde, hotelaria, restauração e serviços. Ele descreve detalhadamente conjuntos, peças individuais e acessórios para homens e mulheres, com informações sobre corte, tecidos e cores disponíveis. O catálogo parece ter o objetivo de ajudar empresas a personalizarem uniformes funcionais e estilizados para seus funcionários.
This document discusses the history and embellishments of footwear and mentions heels, soles, fixings, and interchangeable plastic parts that allow for choice in footwear customization. Specific hybrid footwear designs are referenced along with a YouTube video providing additional information.
The document discusses the global and Indian footwear markets. The global footwear market grew 3.8% in 2005 to $159.6 billion and is forecast to reach $194.3 billion by 2010. In India, liberalization increased purchasing power and the footwear market grew 8% in 2004 to 1.8 billion pairs worth $2.4 billion. Major Indian brands include Bata, Liberty, Woodland, and Reebok. The market is shifting towards branded, casual styles and growth in sportswear, women's/kids segments.
Gideon Shoes is an Australian company that produces handmade sneakers made from premium materials like kangaroo leather and cane toad hide. All profits from shoe sales go to supporting The Street University, a facility in Sydney that provides education and counseling to marginalized youth. The shoes are produced ethically in Australia without the use of sweatshops. Gideon Shoes had a product launch in December 2010 and are working to expand distribution across Australia, the U.S., and Europe while continuing to support charitable causes.
Cricket originated in England in the 16th century and became widely popular in the 18th century. It was introduced to India in the 1840s when the Parsi community in Bombay founded the first Indian cricket club. India entered international test cricket in 1932 while still under British rule. The game has evolved over time, from being played mainly by aristocrats to becoming a professional sport dominated by test matches and one-day internationals between countries.
The document summarizes fashion trends in music and clothing from the 1950s to the 2010s. In the 1950s, classic music dominated and men wore dark, conservative suits. Casual skirts and pants became popular for women. In the 1970s, disco music rose in popularity thanks to artists like the Bee Gees. Fashion included bell bottom jeans and platform shoes. Punk fashion also emerged. By the 1990s, grunge music and fashion grew influential due to bands like Nirvana. From 2010 onward, colors like teal and neon became trendy as did skinny jeans, while pop, hip hop, electronic, and dubstep music grew in popularity.
The musical influence on fashion and design of clothing over the 20th centuryKillian Vigna
The document discusses how different musical genres from the 20th century influenced fashion and clothing design. It covers the jazz scene of the 1920s-1930s and the zoot suits and free flowing dresses popular then. The 1950s rock and roll era brought tight jeans, t-shirts, and leather jackets for men and poodle skirts for women. Glam rock in the late 1960s featured elaborate costumes with makeup. Hip hop from the 1970s-1990s was characterized by baggy clothes, gold jewelry, and brand names. Punk rock in the late 1970s stood out with torn and safety pinned clothes, colorful hairstyles, tattoos, and piercings.
The document summarizes several youth subcultures that emerged in the 1960s-1980s in the UK, including mods, punks, and skinheads. Mods in the 1960s were known for customized suits and scooters and listening to R&B music. Punks in the 1970s rebelled through provocative clothing like ripped jeans and safety pins, and music with swearing. Skinheads in the 1980s were often misperceived as violent, but were actually sharply dressed fans of ska music who were patriotic.
The document summarizes several 1950s-1960s teen subcultures in the UK, including Mods, Teds, Freaks, Hippies, and Bikers. Mods originated in London in the late 1950s and were known for modern jazz, soul, and R&B music as well as tailored Carnaby Street fashion. Teds adopted a working class style with long jackets, velvet collars, drainpipe trousers, and brothel creepers. Freaks in the late 1960s listened to artists like Bowie and Pink Floyd and had long hair and alternative gatherings. Hippies in the 1960s embraced psychedelic rock, drugs, and simple lifestyles as part of a
The document summarizes various aspects of pop culture in the 1960s, including music, food, toys/games, fashion, transport, technology, social influences, history, and the economy. Some of the most popular bands of the 1960s included The Beatles, Rolling Stones, and Bob Dylan. Food was simpler but tasty, featuring items like carrot sticks and chocolate cake. Popular toys included Twister, Clue, and Barbie. Fashions included miniskirts for women and suits for men. Technology included transistor radios and cassette recorders. John F. Kennedy was president during this time period and Martin Luther King Jr. gave his iconic "I Have a Dream" speech.
The document provides an overview of pop culture in the 1900s. It discusses trends in various areas including music (ragtime, vaudeville, Broadway), dance (waltz, cakewalk, tango), fashion (corsets, long dresses, large hats), government (Theodore Roosevelt as US President, women's foot binding outlawed in China), art movements (cubism, fauvism, expressionism), popular pastimes (ping pong, speeding, teddy bears), slang terms, and early films (nickelodeons, "The Great Train Robbery"). Iconic figures of the time are also mentioned.
The document provides background on various aspects of pop culture in the 1900s. Music included ragtime, Broadway musicals, and vaudeville songs. Dancing shifted from traditional waltzes to styles like the jitterbug and tango. Fashion was formal, with women wearing corseted dresses and large hats and men suits. Government saw Theodore Roosevelt as US President and reforms in China and London. Art styles included cubism, fauvism, and expressionism. Popular fads included teddy bears and ping pong, while films were short and shown in nickelodeons.
The 1960s was a decade of major political, social, and technological change. Key events included John F. Kennedy becoming president and being assassinated, the Vietnam War, the Civil Rights Movement led by Martin Luther King Jr., the moon landing, and the rise of new styles of music and fashion epitomized by the hippie movement. Technology advanced rapidly with inventions like the home computer. The decade saw a cultural divide emerge as younger people rebelled against traditions through music, dress, and opposing the war.
Edie Sedgwick and Twiggy were fashion icons of the 1960s who popularized a similar style featuring cropped platinum hair, dark eyeliner, simple sheath dresses, bold jewelry, solid color tights, and basic pumps or flats. Both women left a lasting legacy still influential today by making this mod look instantly popular through their fame on both sides of the Atlantic in Britain and the United States.
False. Seat belts in the 1950s served the same purpose as they do now - to restrain occupants in vehicles during accidents or sudden stops to prevent injury.
The 1980s saw experimental fashion trends and the rise of iconic pop stars that defined the era. Designers abandoned conventions and embraced bright colors, padded shoulders, and teased hair. Michael Jackson, Prince, and Madonna emerged as hugely popular musicians. By the mid-1980s, Cyndi Lauper's style influenced youth fashion with neon colors and accessories. The decade was defined by bold self-expression through clothing, music, and popular culture.
This document discusses different styles and groups of teenagers in high school based on their fashion choices. It describes the Prep clique as wearing expensive brand name clothes like Polo and khakis. It also describes Wiggers who wear oversized clothes from brands like Fubu and sag their pants low. Jocks are described as wearing tight white t-shirts, jeans, and having crew cuts or shaved heads. Gothic kids are said to dress entirely in black clothes with black makeup. The document provides details on the fashion styles and stereotypes of these different high school groups.
Boots have been worn for over 17,000 years, as evidenced by cave paintings from 15,000 BCE depicting humans wearing skin and fur boots. Early boots were likely made of felt or leather and held together with bone needles or flint awls. Throughout history, boot designs evolved for different purposes and cultures, from finely crafted Persian boots to the modern cowboy boot. Major developments included the introduction of hobnails by the Romans and Etruscans, the popularization of the Wellington boot after the Napoleonic Wars, and the emergence of distinct cowboy boots in the American West by the 1880s.
The document provides a collection of facts, trends, and events from the 1950s and 1960s submitted by different students. Some of the key details mentioned include:
- Yuri Gagarin became the first person to venture beyond Earth's atmosphere in 1961.
- In 1963, John F. Kennedy was assassinated and Martin Luther King Jr. gave his iconic "I Have a Dream" speech.
- Popular music artists of the 1950s included The Beatles, The Who, and The Jackson 5.
- Hairstyles, fashion trends, toys, and games from the 1950s-1960s like poodle skirts, hula hoops, and Twister are discussed.
The document discusses the resurgence of longboard surfing among older generations. It describes a group of men between ages 46-56 who meet regularly for longboard contests near Byron Bay, Australia. It explains how longboarding allows older surfers to stay active in a fun environment. It outlines how longboards were popular in the 1950s-60s but declined as shortboards rose in the 1970s-80s. However, longboards have recently regained popularity as a way for multiple generations to surf waves together for fun rather than competition.
The skinhead movement began in Great Britain in the 1960s, started by two groups - the hard mods from the mods movement and Jamaican immigrants called rudeboys. Male skinheads typically had their hair cropped short while females had feathercuts or mod-style cuts. They wore button-up shirts, jeans, and boots, originally army boots and later Dr. Martens. Their associated music included ska, rocksteady, reggae, 2 Tone, punk, and Oi! which had working class roots. Later, some skinheads adopted neo-Nazi ideologies called boneheads and promoted acts of violence against minorities.
The document summarizes the history and origins of drums. It discusses how drums date back to 4000 BCE in Egypt and were central to jazz music by World War I. It also explains how the 1962-1964 releases of songs like "Wipe Out" and Ringo Starr's drumming motivated many to take up playing drums. Additionally, it notes that modern drummers often incorporate additional percussion instruments and electronics into their drum kits.
The document summarizes several counterculture movements that emerged in Britain during the 1960s including:
- Rockers, who wore leather jackets and motorcycle boots and listened to rock and roll music.
- Mods, known for their fashionable suits and love of pop music like ska and R&B as well as scooters.
- Hippies, who rejected materialism and sought spiritual guidance from Eastern religions while promoting psychedelic drugs and folk/rock music.
- Skinheads emerged from working class mods and marked themselves with shaved heads, jeans, and boots listening to reggae, ska, and soul music as well as football.
- Pirate radio stations
The Teddy Boys emerged in the 1950s as a working class youth subculture in London known for their distinctive Edwardian-inspired fashion and embrace of American rock and roll music. They wore expensive suits and drape jackets paired with tight trousers, greased hair, and polished shoes to send a message of working class adoption of upper class style. Teddy Boys formed gangs and engaged in riots and clashes with other groups, though their violent reputation was exaggerated by the media who both criticized and popularized them. By the 1960s, some Teddy Boys adopted the leather motorcycle jacket associated with another subculture, the Rockers, as rock and roll culture continued to spread.
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The document discusses the origins and traditions of Hogmanay, the Scottish New Year's celebration. It traces the roots of Hogmanay to ancient Celtic winter festivals like Samhain that celebrated the new year on November 1st. Traditions discussed include first-footing, where the first visitor of the new year brings luck; foods eaten for good fortune; and the singing of Auld Lang Syne. The banning of Christmas in 16th century Scotland by John Knox helped establish Hogmanay as the main end of year celebration.
The document provides a brief history of Christmas traditions and their origins. It traces how winter solstice celebrations in ancient Egypt, Babylon, Rome and Celtic traditions incorporated Christian elements over time. Decorating with greenery, gift giving, feasting and lighting candles can be traced back to pagan winter festivals celebrating the return of longer days. The Christmas tree tradition originated from Germany and the Puritans banned Christmas celebrations in England in the 1600s before it was revived. Carols, cards, crackers and other modern traditions developed through the 19th century.
Women have played forms of soccer since the 17th century in Scotland, but it was not until the late 19th century that organized women's soccer emerged. The first international match was in 1881 between England and Scotland. Women's teams in the early 20th century helped promote women's suffrage. During World War 1, women's soccer grew as women worked in factories. However, soccer associations banned women's soccer in the 1920s. It continued locally until the 1970s when national and international governing bodies began to officially support and organize women's soccer competitions.
The document summarizes the origins and evolution of Santa Claus figures from various cultures. It describes figures like Saint Nicholas who gave gifts to poor families in Turkey in the 4th century AD. It then discusses traditions from countries like Germany, France, Spain, Italy, and Russia that involved gift-giving near Christmas by figures like Father Christmas, Christkind, Balthazar, La Befana, and Babouschka. It outlines how Santa was depicted in American artwork and advertisements over time, from Thomas Nast's political cartoons to Norman Rockwell paintings to Coca-Cola ads cementing the modern image of Santa.
Sneakers: From sandshoes to bluechip record breakers Cameron Kippen
This document provides a history of sneakers/trainers from their origins in the 1800s as rubber-soled canvas shoes for beach activities, to their modern use as high-fashion and sports performance footwear. It traces key developments like the introduction of rubber soles, celebrity endorsements boosting popularity, and the rise of sneaker collecting. The summary highlights how sneakers evolved from casual sandals to multi-billion dollar cultural icons through technological advances, popularity in sports, and clever marketing exploiting youth culture.
This document provides a brief history of eight types of shoes from over 15,000 years ago to modern times. It traces the evolution of basic foot coverings made of animal skins to specialized crafting of leather shoes. Key developments included the use of needles for sewing around 10,000 years ago, the addition of heels by horse-riding cultures, and changes due to wars, industrialization, and consumer demand. Sumptuary laws historically regulated dress and footwear to reinforce social hierarchies. The document focuses on how various cultures influenced shoe fashion over millennia.
Plimsolls, which were canvas shoes with rubber soles, originated in the late 1800s as inexpensive shoes worn by families visiting the seaside. Over time, plimsolls evolved and were adapted for different sports like tennis, eventually becoming early sneakers and tennis shoes. In the 1900s, brands like Converse and Keds rose to popularity among teenagers and sneaker culture continued to grow with limited editions and celebrity endorsements fueling the collecting market today, with some rare sneakers selling for over $100,000.
1) Shoes have evolved over thousands of years from simple sandals to address needs like protection, decoration, and modesty. Prehistoric finds show a variety of early shoe styles.
2) Throughout history, fashion trends and shoe styles were influenced by factors like military use, religion, courtly love traditions, and disease outbreaks. Long-toed shoes and platforms may have served practical sexual purposes.
3) Major forces shaping modern footwear include Hollywood, world wars, the space race, and new technologies enabling high performance and injury prevention. Biomechanics research optimizes shoe design.
From antiquity, footwear became an important status symbol jealously guarded by the ‘well heeled,’ and through to modern history; protected by Sumptuary Laws to prevent upward mobility.
This document presents redesigned posters for each FIFA World Cup from 1930 to 2014 created by designer James Taylor. The original posters on the left tried to represent the host nation's culture while celebrating football. Taylor's redesigns on the right modernize the posters with a consistent style for easy comparison across the tournaments. References are provided for further information on Taylor's posters and the history of World Cup graphic design over 80 years.
This slide presentation outlines a psycho-sexual perspective of shoes. Shoes are intrinsically human and a source of eternal fascination to those who take an interest. The purpose of the presentation is to inform and entertain.
The document provides information about the history of FIFA World Cup match balls from 1930 to 2014. It summarizes the key details about each World Cup tournament, including the host nation, winning team, and match ball used. The balls evolved over time from hand-sewn leather to more advanced synthetic materials with improved aerodynamics. Adidas became the official ball supplier in 1970 and has updated the design for each subsequent World Cup to enhance performance.
Early football boots were customized to individual players' feet and extended above the ankle for support. Over time, boots incorporated studs for traction and became standardized. In the 20th century, brands like Adidas and Puma emerged and began using new materials like synthetic leather and removable plastic studs. Today's football boots emphasize lightweight materials and customized fits while some prioritize injury prevention through biomechanical designs. Injuries remain a concern as brands focus on performance and novelty.
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The document summarizes the history of ballet shoes from the Romantic period to modern ballet in 3 parts. It describes how en pointe dancing was introduced in the Romantic period and ballerinas like Marie Taglioni performed on their toes in soft slippers. It then discusses the development of stronger pointe shoes and techniques in the late 19th century, allowing more complex moves. The document concludes with the growth of ballet in the 20th century, from the Ballets Russes to innovations by Balanchine that influenced today's ballet attire and training.
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Early humans enjoyed dancing for celebratory and ritualistic purposes, and dance was an important form of communication before written language. Dancing occurred in religious ceremonies and rituals in ancient cultures around the world. In ancient Greece, dance was considered a healthy activity and a way to express emotions. Throughout history, certain dances like morris dancing and sword dances were performed in Europe for fertility and battle. Fashionable court dancing and special dancing shoes for nobility emerged in the 16th century. In the 19th century, dances like the waltz and polka became popular among common people despite some initial criticism. Ragtime music and dance preceded the development of jazz in the early 20th century.
A potted history of professional footcare (podiatry)Cameron Kippen
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The Origins of the Dwayne Johnson Kidnapping Saga
Dwayne Johnson: A Brief Background
Before discussing the specifics of the kidnapping. it is crucial to understand who Dwayne Johnson is and why his kidnapping would be so significant. Born May 2, 1972, Dwayne Douglas Johnson is an American actor, producer, businessman. and former professional wrestler. Known by his ring name, "The Rock," he gained fame in the World Wrestling Federation (WWF, now WWE) before transitioning to a successful career in Hollywood.
Johnson's filmography includes blockbuster hits such as "The Fast and the Furious" series, "Jumanji," "Moana," and "San Andreas." His charismatic personality, impressive physique. and action-star status have made him a beloved figure worldwide. Thus, the news of his kidnapping would send shockwaves across the globe.
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The incident of Dwayne Johnson's kidnapping began on an ordinary day. Johnson was filming his latest high-octane action film set to break box office records. The location was a remote yet scenic area. chosen for its rugged terrain and breathtaking vistas. perfect for the film's climactic scenes.
But, beneath the veneer of normalcy, a sinister plot was unfolding. Unbeknownst to Johnson and his team, a group of criminals had planned his abduction. hoping to leverage his celebrity status for a hefty ransom. The stage was set for an event that would soon dominate worldwide headlines and social media feeds.
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The Moment of Capture
On the day of the kidnapping, everything seemed to be proceeding as usual on set. Johnson and his co-stars and crew were engrossed in shooting a particularly demanding scene. As the day wore on, the production team took a short break. providing the kidnappers with the perfect opportunity to strike.
The abduction was executed with military precision. A group of masked men, armed and organized, infiltrated the set. They created chaos, taking advantage of the confusion to isolate Johnson. Johnson was outnumbered and caught off guard despite his formidable strength and fighting skills. The kidnappers overpowered him, bundled him into a waiting vehicle. and sped away, leaving everyone on set in a state of shock and disbelief.
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Early Life and Career Beginnings
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Rock shoes:A brief history of Rock Shoes (1956-1990)
1. A BRIEF HISTORY OF ROCK
SHOES (1956-1990)
Cameron Kippen
toeslayer2000@yahoo.com.au
2. Iconiclastic Footwear
If there was ever an item of
clothing to epitomise the
style and fashion of an era it
would have to be shoes (or
their absence).
Pick up a dozen covers of
compilation hits and a
significant number will depict
the age with fashionable
shoes of the time.
3. Blue Suede Shoes
The most famous shoes of the rock and
roll era were Carl Perkin's Blue Suede
shoes. Although Elvis Presley had the big
hit the credit was always given to Perkins.
The idea for the song came from his
early days when he and Johnny Cash
were queuing for some tucker.
Someone in front cried a warning
to another in the queue not to tread on
his foot.
'Hey don't step on my blue suede shoes".
Cash was moved to say to his companion
that would be a good title for a song.
4. Penny Loafers
Penny Loafers were much favoured by
the ‘Preppies’ in the US. Essentially a
two-piece moccasin with a hard sole
and a strap or saddle, made of leather,
over the instep.
KerrybrookeTeenright Smoothies
often had a good luck penny stuck in
the leather saddle.
At the time suede was a shoe cover
preferred by effeminate men so the kids
took to them, to flaunt convention.
Buddy Holly, by contrast wore brown
suede shoes.
5. Brothel Creepers
In the UK Teddyboys in the
UK; Halbstarke in Germany;
and Blousans noirs in
France wore a more crude
Suede shoe called Brothel
Creepers.
These had two inch thick
crepe soles and were a
hybrid of the desert shoe.
Worn originally with drapes and
drainpipe trousers
6. The Baby Boomers
Young American men wore Converse All
Stars (Chucks), a sneaker designed for
basketball star Chuck Taylor (Buffalo
Germans and Akron Firestones).
Teenage cheerleaders wore tight
sweaters, short skirts, ankle or
bobby socks with canvas topped
shoes called to Keds.
7. Skiffle
In the mid fifties skiffle enjoyed
brief popularity in the UK . Similar
to the 1920s Jugs bands of Chicago
skiffle groups played makeshift
instruments and wore non
conventional clothing including
sandals (thongs) on stage.
UK Skiffle was contemporary with
the hip generation and Bohemian
Beatniks
Outside the US Lonnie Donnigan
became one of the first guitar heroes
of modern music
8. Hip Sneakers
In Jailhouse Rock (1957 ) fans
Caught sight of 'The Pelvis‘
sporting sneakers.
The fashion was officially
sanctioned when James
Dean was photographed
wearing Levi jeans and
white Converse Jack
Purcell's.
9. The Barefoot Stomp
By 1957, Sydney's
bodgies & widgies
(Australian Teddyboys
and Teddygirls)
abandoned their
restrictive "St Louis
Blues" (rhyming slang for
shoes), and came to dance
in their bare feet.
10. The Wild Ones
'Ton Up Boys' (Rockers) considered themselves
Outlaws and tougher than the Teds. Their main
obsession was motor bikes and they wore
leather jackets (with or without gang
colours), white Ts, blue jeans, studded belts, and
engineer's boots.
The significance of the above the ankle boot
was very sensible as it protected the lower leg
from the damaging heat of the bike's exhaust.
The heavy boots also, by coincidence provided a
useful offensive weapon to use in the ubiquitous
rumble with sworn enemies.
Inspired by 'The Wild One" (Marlon Brando)
the bikers liked to Rock’n Roll.
11. Juvenile Delinquents
Every country had their
own "Wild man of Rock",
the original was Jerry Lee
Lewis and all others paled
into insignificance.
12. Hush Puppies
By the late fifties the anger was taken out of the
first wave of the rock generation and
conservative Tin Pan Alley once again produced
novelty records for teenagers.
Suede shoes (i.e. Hush Puppies) become
the preferred fashion of the university
students with their duffle coats, college scarfs
and a commitment to the Campaign of
Nuclear Disarmament (CND) tempered
with their love for Trad Jazz.
This thinking generation were the new moderns
and forerunners of the Mods.
13. Sneaks kick the loafers
By the time West Side Story screened in the
early 60s the sight of freuding Jets and
Sharks wearing sneakers was art imitating
life.
Sneakers were cool and just as well because
the jive was especially energetic dance. Its
spasmodic body movements interspersed with
vigorous gyrations meant lightweight durable
footwear was ideal.
The shoes encouraged freedom of movement
as well as offering greater traction on the
dance floor.
As fast as you could sing "High Heeled
Sneakers" canvas topped shoes replaced
"Blue Suede Shoes" as the symbol of
youthful rebellion.
14. Preppy Cool Set
The Peppermint Lounge meant venues for
listening and dancing to music changed.
Restricted space dictatd popular dance took
place standing in one spot.
The Twist required shoes to be twisted, circular
fashion, against the floor in a left and right
manner, as if flattening a cigarette butt. This
was combined with swinging the arms and hips
as if an imaginary towel was drying the back.
These gyrations were best viewed when the
dancers wore tighter clothing showing off their
long legs. Winkle pickers or needlepoint shoes
replaced the cumbersome crepe soled shoes for
men.
The pointed toes were a reworking of
the scandalous poulaines of the Middle
Ages.
15. The Stiletto Heel
Courtship took place on the dance
floor and ability 'swing right' was
essential.
The new innovative pantyhose
meant women's hemlines became
even shorter.
During the early sixties the
instrumental made a popular come
back. The preferred instrument was
the electric guitar and the music
had a strong beat with an obvious
percussion driving it.
16. The British Invasion
When the Beatles arrived, they came wearing boots
with Cuban heels. Brian Epstien commissioned the
Mayfair firm of ballet shoes makers, Anello and Davide
to make the Fab Four, distinctive footwear.
Beatle boots were high heeled, Chelsea Boots which
instantly became vogue. Chisel toes soon relaced the
sharp toe and for the price of one pound, local cobblers
would oblige you by converting your peaks into the new
chisel toe fashion. They just chopped off the end.
Fashionable Beatle Boots often incorporated a French
seem or central stitch running from ankle to toe on the
upper. In the convention of symbols this referred to
female genitalia rather the phallus of long toed or
winklepicker shoes.
17. Bad Boy Sneakers
If the Beatles had the 'boy next door' image
then their nemesis the Rolling Stones had to
be different. For a short time the lads wore
Clarke's dessert boots to counteract the
Beatles leather Chelsea boots.
However as anarchy ruled, and the scruffy
London, five piece appeared on stage
wearing the clothes they wanted to wear. No
Saville Row suits for them and the order of
their day was casual and not necessarily
smart.
Something which did bind them together
however was their footwear because they all
sported sneakers.
Mick Jagger was such a devotee he
wore his Chucks (Chuck Taylor
Converse All Star's) to his wedding
with Bianca.
18. Pantyhose and Mini Skirts
Tights and mini skirts meant once again female
legs became the focus of attention with the
sixties generation.
The longer the leg the better and girl singing
groups like The Shangri Las captured the sultry
look perfectly.
The Vietnam War meant many young
conscripts went into battle with only a pin
up image of the sexy girls waiting for them at
Home.
19. The Regency Revival
Jim Proby (aka PJ Proby) will probably be
best remembered for his trouser splitting
performances in 1965. His sartorial style was
inspired by the film of the season, 'Tom
Jones', the Henry Fielding classic. Albert
Finney played the lead role in this raunchy
tale of an English larrikin. Proby wore his
hair in a bow and the tight pants and high
heeled court shoes with silver buckles.
Similar in style to those worn by
the Sun King (Louis XIV).
20. The Mods
In the UK the nouveaux moderns (or mods),
followed the black music of Motown and
wore expensive designer clothing. They
were the sworn enemies of rockers and took
every Bank Holiday opportunity, according
to the popular press, to terrorise coastal
towns by fighting on the beach.
Mods wore lightweight dessert boots
(Chukka Boots) to protect their ankles from
the exhaust pipes of their Italian scooters.
The Who were the Mod band and wore
Italian made bowling shoes.
21. Barefeet and the Love Generation
60s Pop Diva Sandie Shaw seldom appeared
on stage in shoes and preferred to sing
barefoot. A habit she shared with many
young idealists now following the road
to enlightenment and self discovery.
Perhaps as a reaction to Vietnam and
rejection of western materialism,
Hippies symbolically went without
shoes. Thongs, kaftans, bells, loons and
Afghan coats were the uniform of the
love generation.
22. Going Underground
The cream of pop culture
came together for three
days of love, peace and
music at Yasgor's Farm.
Hippies and rockers
united to show it could be
done.
23. Bluebeat and Skinheads
Towards the end of the sixties as music went
underground (heavy metal) and grew their hair.
An alternative sprung up listening to the music
of Jamaican Ska. Blue beat suited the small
clubs where the early ravers danced the night
away.
Robust footwear was the order of fashion and
Doc Martin became the shoes to wear.
ervicable yet fashionable the heavy duty boots
were useful in a rumble and could be worn by
either sex. Unisex was definitely in fashion.
Suede heads, then skin heads wore eight eyelet
1460 Doc Marten (DM) boots
The counter movement to Hippies
became the urban bad boys and girls
who were the remnants of the Mods.
24. High and Mighty
By the seventies Glam rock had arrived
with larger than life groups parading on
stage wearing platform shoes.
The androgyny unisex style of the glam
rockers pop stars such as Bowie, Rod
Stewart and Elton John made them
firm fixtures in the charts.
Tiny Elton John needed the extra
leverage of his boots to gave him the
necessary reach to make contact with
the piano keys on his Steinway during
live performances.
25. And then there was Abba
More sophisticated sounds meant
nightclubs and lavish clothing.
During the seventies Abba , from
Sweden, became the toast
of the Disco.
Eagerly followed and lavishly
copied the outlandish costumes
they wore soon became the
elegant sartoria of straights,
cross dressers and drag queens.
26. Punks and DMs
By the mid seventies working
class kids from the suburbs
rejected the sophistication of
studio based music preferring
home made live music .
The Punks or Thatcher's no
Future generation wore
clothes more suited to
bondage with the proverbial
DMs
27. The Quiet Revolution
In the late 70s mothers of teenagers found a
new outlet for music and thanks to execise
innovators, such as Jane Fonda, a new
aerobic revolution began. Out went the old
sweatshirts and daks and in came designer
Ath Fashion including chic designer trainers.
Keeping fit set to music started a
movement which affected all ages . Shoes
needed to match the outfit and to keep
demand high adidas and Puma regularly
brought out new ranges of colourful
trainers with eye catching designer logos.
The young enjoyed the exclusive,
designer element and older people
found the broad based cushioned
footwear comfortable to wear.
28. Hip Hop
Marketing was targeted
firmly towards inner city
youths, mainly Afro
American, Hispanic or
Asian. No street kid could
be seen in anything other
than the latest fashion.
29. Drug Shoes
A combination of clever marketing and the
teenage desire to rebel against conservatism
assured the sneaker culture endured.
Some companies were accused of cashing in
on street drug culture by using street slang
as names for their latest wears. Trainers were
often referred to as 'drug shoes' or 'Chronics'.
Celebrity endorsement extolled the virtues
of being cool in the latest styles and peer
pressure ensured parents parted with
enormous amounts of money to buy the
latest hip kicks.
30. The Soccer Casuals
Despite an economic global down turn,
the importance to look cool continued
and when the English Soccer Youths
savoured the Continental styles during
their frequent forages to follow their
national Soccer team, they soon
discovered Italian designer's shoes and
trainers which were proudly worn as a
badge of office. The fashion caught on
and no self respecting Casual of the
eighties would be seen in public, unless
they were wearing expensive designer
footwear.
Many of these young people had
no visible means of income and
hence association was made with
criminal activities including illicit
drug trafficking.
31. New phase, new wave, dance craze
How about a pair of pink sidewinders
(sandals)
And a bright orange pair of pants?
You could really be a Beau Brummel
baby, If you just give it half a chance.
Don't waste your money on a new set of
speakers, You get more mileage from a
cheap pair of sneakers.
Next phase, new wave, dance craze,
Anyways It's still rock and roll to me. Billy Joel’s Still Rock’n Roll to
me