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Mocassin Pattern – Soft Leather Shoes from the Native Americans

Moccasin patterns combine function and comfort making it the ideal all-weather footwear. Available in boots or flats the shoes are reminiscent of Native American style fashion style.

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Moccasin Pattern - Recreating Traditional Footwear

Individuals who wish to create their own shoe designs can recreate the Native American footwear using a moccasin pattern. The slipper type shoe is characterized by interwoven laces in loafers, driving shoes or sandals. The unique details of a moccasin pattern include attractive stitching, turquoise and beadwork accents, fabric patterns and many more. The shoes may come in various colors with different types of embellishments. Individuals who prefer unique designs plus the challenge to actually sew their own footwear can purchase the shoe patterns at specialty stores. Creating handmade moccasin is an interesting hobby. There are a lot of establishment that sell materials and other supplies for the hand sewn shoe. Online resources are also available to help interested individuals.

Moccasin Boot - Rugged but Comfortable Shoes

A fashionable individual can match a rugged look with a tradtional moccasin boot. Available in knee and ankle length, the footwear is made of soft and breathable leather. A moccasin boot easily conforms to the shape of the foot with its leather base and a cushion insole. The shoe’s outer layer is made of thick suede for durability and toughness especially during the cold season. A more modern streamlined design for men’s boots includes a toe cap and heel cover. Women wear ankle length fringe boots with shorts and knee length skirts. With leather lining and a rubber sole, the comfortable footwear is the perfect walking shoe for the all year round.

Moccasin Flats - Functional with Unique Details

The woven lacings and frontal ties are some of the stylish details of moccasin flats. The shoes and slippers come in different designs, with unique ornaments. Traditionally each Native American tribe was recognized according to their moccasin designs. Nowadays the footwear can be made of materials like deerskin, suede, leather and synthetic. Moccasin flats like slippers are usually with fringes while the loafers may have laces or attractive leather stitching. The slippers are made of leather or suede. It is soft and flexible and usually adorned with ties or other ornaments. The traditional details can also be replaced by new accents like a silver buckle, or a tassel on a square toe loafer-style shoe.

Written by Katherine Murphy

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