directional shoe
n.— «Directional shoes: these might seem an instant updater, but they’re undignified. Conversely, clinging to the styles of yesteryear (that includes kitten heels) is also a bad idea.» —“Age-old dilemmas” by Lisa Armstrong Times (London, England) July 18, 2007. (source: Double-Tongued Dictionary)
Further reading
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