Mezlan shoes are footwear used for protection of human foot, which is either made of leather or some durable material. These shoes have been around for a very long time.

In prehistoric times, the necessity to cover the foot from hard and rough terrain and from harsh climatic conditions resulted in invention of Mezlan Shoes. In warm area, large leaves or grass were used as Mezlan shoes by tying them around and below the foot with vines. The hides and skins of animals were used as Mezlan shoes in cold countries.

In modern times, besides protecting the feet, these shoes are worn more for comfort and as fashion statement. It has become important part of our outfit. Mezlan Shoes can help us know about the personality, social and economical condition of the person who has worn them.

People have started wearing different types of Mezlan shoes such as Lace-up Mezlan Shoes, Cap toes Mezlan Shoes, Loafer Mezlan Shoes, Slip on Mezlan Shoes, White Mezlan Shoes, Boots, Casual Mezlan Shoes, Wingtips Mezlan Shoes, Tasseled Loafer Mezlan Shoes, Modern Style of Sandals, and Athletic Mezlan Shoes. These types of shoes are available at MensItaly located in Los Angeles, USA.

History

The evolution of Mezlan shoes came into being in the prehistoric time as old as 15,000 years. The cave paintings depict human hunting with Mezlan shoes worn by them. The shoes illustrated in the cave paintings were made out of animal skin and furs. These oldest type of Mezlan shoes is called Moccasin. In warm countries like Egypt, Greece and Rome, sandals woven from plant materials were worn.

The Mezlan shoes in Middle Ages were soft, richly decorated with materials like velvet and gold. Populaine made out of wooden clogs were used. They were used to protect these shoes from mud or water. The more modern form of populaine is the heeled shoe.

In renaissance period, the Mezlan Shoes were without heels, slashed with puffs of fabric pulled through the cuts. Leather was the most common material used to make them. These shoes had laces or buckle straps to tie them around the feet.

The appearance of duck-billed Mezlan shoes, widely used during Charles VII' reign, was lost during the Elizabeth's reign. During the reign of Queen Elizabeth, high heels Mezlan shoes were used once again. These shoes were decorated with rosettes, lace and beautifully embroidered. Mezlan shoes like Pantofle, pumps, mule, and latchets were used commonly.

During 17th century, the Mezlan Shoes with high tongue, buckles, and square toe became popular. Straps were used to fasten the shoes. In 18th century, the thick heels begin to thin down. Towards the late 18th century and early 19th century Mezlan shoes became narrow oval toes. The popular styles in 19th century were Blucher boot, button boot, cloth boots, and Balmoral boots.

With industrial revolution, Mezlan shoes were made in machines. This resulted in common use of leather with more refined and precise measurements. The usage of men's Mezlan shoes varied depending on the activity and the time of day. Oxford Mezlan shoes were used for walking. The Elastic Sided Mezlan shoes were used in evening time. For special evening dress, Pump Mezlan Shoes was used. Then, highly fashionable formal footwear spats made its appearance.