Originating in ancient Greece, these have become iconic and versatile shoes. They were first introduced as “cothurni” in Greek theatre, providing height and stability to actors. Wedges made a comeback ...

They evoke at once the garish decade in which the play is set - the seventies - and the elevated boots or cothurni worn by actors in ancient Greek tragedies. Unfortunately, before long they're ...

Alongside “zinebs” (an agricultural fungicide) and “cothurni” (leather boots worn by Athenian actors), spectators were treated to a few smirks at the appearance of “tit” and “nads ...