Espadrilhas Explained: Origins, Craftsmanship, and Modern Style
Espadrilhas known in English as espadrilles are among the rare objects that bridge necessity and elegance without losing their soul. At their core, they are simple shoes: canvas uppers stitched to braided jute soles. Yet within that simplicity lies centuries of history, labor, climate adaptation, and cultural identity. For readers searching to understand what espadrilhas…
