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Chukka boots are ankle-high leather boots with suede or leather uppers, leather or rubber soles, and open lacing with two or three pairs of eyelets.

The name chukka possibly comes from the game of polo, where a chukker is a period of play.

Sneakers (also known as athletic shoes, tennis shoes, runners, takkies, or trainers) are shoes primarily designed for sports or other forms of physical exercise.

Sneakers have evolved to be used for casual everyday activities.

The term generally describes a type of footwear with a flexible sole made of rubber or synthetic material and an upper part made of leather or synthetic materials.

Examples of such shoes include athletic footwear such as: basketball shoes, tennis shoes, cross trainers and other shoes worn for specific sports.

Slip-ons are typically low, lace-less shoes.

The style most commonly seen, known as a loafer or slippers in American culture, has a moccasin construction.

One of the first designs was introduced in London by Wildsmith Shoes, called the Wildsmith Loafer.

They began as casual shoes, but have increased in popularity to the point of being worn in America with city lounge suits.

Another design was introduced as Aurlandskoen (the Aurland Shoe) in Norway (early 20th century).

They are worn in many situations in a variety of colours and designs, often featuring tassels on the front, or metal decorations (the 'Gucci' loafer).

An Oxford shoe is characterized by shoelace eyelets tabs that are attached under the vamp, a feature termed "closed lacing".

This contrasts with Derbys, or Blüchers, which have shoelace eyelets attached to the top of the vamp.

Originally, Oxfords were plain, formal shoes, made of leather but they evolved into a range of styles suitable for both formal, uniform, and casual wear.

Based on function and the dictates of fashion, Oxfords are now made from a variety of materials, including calf leather, faux and genuine patent leather, suede, and canvas.

They are normally black or brown, and may be plain or patterned (Brogue).

Footwear refers to garments worn on the feet, which originally serves to purpose of protection against adversities of the environment, usually regarding ground textures and temperature.

Footwear in the manner of shoes therefore primarily serves the purpose to ease the locomotion and prevent injuries.

Secondly footwear can also be used for fashion and adornment as well as to indicate the status or rank of the person within a social structure.