Slide	Similar to a flat mule, with just one piece of fabric over the foot
Slingback	Shoes that are backless with a rear strap that goes around the upper heel, usually with a buckle or elastic panel
Slipper	Slip-on shoes not designed to be worn outside
Slouched	Shoes with a baggy, gathered design that “slouches” down, usually found in boots
Snip Toe	A type of toe that is tapered, with a squared front as if “snipped”
Sole	Another word for outsole, the bottom part of the shoe
Spandex/Neoprene	A combination of stretchy Spandex fabric and soft neoprene rubber, a soft and waterproof material usually used as a lining
Stacked Heel	A heel that has horizontal lines, indicating that it is made up of stacked layers of leather, or a heel with that appearance
Stiletto	A high, tapered, narrow heel, also called a “spike” heel, named for a type of slim knife
Strappy Sandal	A sandal characterized by a multiple strap design
Studio-Aerobic	Athletic shoes ideally for aerobics and other studio fitness activities
Suede	Leather that has been sanded or roughed to produce a surface with a soft texture or “nap”
Sueded Fabric	Fabric  given a soft nap to simulate the feel of suede leather
Supination	The rolling of the foot outward to the side while running or walking, can lead to serious injury
Stiletto	Shoe with slim heel that gets much narrower toward the bottom
Tailored	A fitted, precise design that follows the contours of the foot
Thong	Any sandal that has material that fits between the toes, especially the big and second toes
Toe-post	Name given to a flip-flop to make it sound more glamorous. May have a heel / extra straps
Toe Ridge	A horizontal ridge added into the footbed of some sandals to anchor and provide support and cushioning for the toes
Toe Thong Post	The part of a thong sandal that actually fits between the toes
Trainer / Sneaker	Shoes supposedly designed for sport but usually used for posing
Trubuck	An fabric with a durable but soft texture that simulates nubuck leather
T-Strap	A  shoe with a single vertical strap linking the toe and ankle/heel areas
Turf Cleats	Permanent or removable plastic or rubber cleats on athletic shoes
Twill Fabric	A woven fabric material with a smooth surface and durable wear
Ugg boot	Australian  made Sheepskin lined, flat suede boots, made famous by celebrities
Upper	The part of a shoe covering the top part of the foot, from heel to toe
Vachetta Leather	A type of soft cow leather
Vamp	The front centre part of a shoe's upper
Vegetable Tanned	Leather that has been tanned using a vegetable process, ideal for those with allergies to chromium or other tanning chemicals
Water Sports	Any sports such as rafting, kayaking, surfing, etc. that require footwear that is waterproof, quick drying, with all terrain traction
Wedge	The heel is joined to the sole of the shoe, creating a triangular effect
Western Roper	A type of Western boot characterized by a lower shaft, flared top, and medium round toe
Wing Tip	A type of shoe with overlays and stitched, perforated trim, usually a dress style
Work Non-Safety	Work boots that do not have a steel safety toe
Work Safety	Work boots that have a steel safety toe and conform to ANSI safety standards specified
Wrestling Shoe	Athletic shoes ideal for Greco-Roman wrestling, usually with a flexible split outsole and covered laces to conform to rules