A shoe is an item of footwear intended to protect and comfort the human foot while doing various activities. Shoes are also used as an item of decoration. The design of shoes has varied enormously through time and from culture to culture, with appearance originally being tied to function. Additionally fashion has often dictated many design elements, such as whether shoes have very high heels or flat ones. Contemporary footwear varies widely in style, complexity and cost.
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Nike's new smart shoe is a step in the right direction for wearable tech
With its new Adapt BB, Nike's created a basketball shoe that can tighten or loosen itself to fit your foot just right. More ...