by a buckle, or more recently by Velcro. A length-wise strap extends from the vamp and joins the cross-strap over the arch of the foot to form a T shape. A common variant has two cross-straps. The toe is often pierced with a pattern of holes or slots. The sole is low-heeled and usually of crepe rubber, stitched-down to the upper. First seen in Europe and America in the early 20th century, by the 1950s they were very common for boys and girls up to their teens, but are now mainly worn by much younger children. This style or similar styles are also called "Mary Jane" shoes. Waraji, Japanese straw sandals common in the Edo period Wörishofer, a ladies' sandal with a cork wedge heel Zōri, a flat and thonged Japanese sandal, usually made of straw, cloth, leather, or rubber Gallery See also Birkenstock Crocs Keens Mules Slipper Socks and sandals References External links Footwear