Be a part of our Mocca-Matchup Contest! We are holding a contest for all Mocca-Maniacs to show off how they wear their Medieval Moccasins! Let’s see your boots, sandals, hi-tops, low-tops, and moccasins! Step 1: Submit a photo via the social media platform of your choice wearing Medieval Moccasins, (don’t forget to TAG us or check-in!), and use the hashtag #medmocs25 Step 2: Submit your name and email address here: Mocca-Matchup Contest Entry Form All contest entrants will receive a […]
RENFAIRE SHOES AND STYLING Clothing and footwear that you choose to wear at a Renaissance Festival should be well-fitting, comfortable, stylish, and authentically inspired. Dressing for the occasion is such a fun opportunity to choose period clothing and shoes to get you into the mood and spirit of the Renaissance experience. Your overall comfort is equally important as your style because you will most likely be spending many hours walking and participating in many activities on the fairgrounds. Regarding footwear, […]
THE GHILLIE – TRADITIONAL DANCE SHOES What is a ghillie shoe? Ghillies are a type of soft leather shoe used for Irish and Scottish dancing. Ghillie shoes are specifically designed footwear that is worn by men, women, and children for several types of folk dancing. They are buttery soft handcrafted leather shoes, similar to ballet shoes. Ghillie dance shoes are worn by women in Irish dance, by men and women in Scottish country dance, and by men and women in Scottish […]
Medieval Moccasins to Step into 2025 Renaissance Festivals! As autumn’s vibrant colors fade and winter’s chill approaches, the anticipation for the upcoming festival season begins to build. In 2025, Medieval Moccasins is thrilled to announce our participation in three of the most enchanting Renaissance festivals: the Sherwood Forest Festival, the Scarborough Renaissance Festival, and the Maryland Renaissance Festival. Each event offers a unique experience, and we are excited to showcase our handcrafted leather footwear at all three. Sherwood Forest Festival: […]
GLADIATOR SANDALS – FASHION FOOTWEAR HISTORY The gladiator style of footwear has made a fashion comeback. Currently, we see it as more fashionable than its previous incarnation as a mere utilitarian sandal of the ancient world. ANCIENT PIONEERS OF FOOTWEAR Footwear in ancient civilization was introduced by the ancient Greeks, and it appears as though the history of footwear has come full circle. The initial version of shoes was the basis of what we are seeing in fashion trends today: […]
The Areni-1 Shoe: An Ancient Marvel and Its Medieval Heirs In the annals of ancient discoveries, few treasures compare to the wondrous find of the Areni-1 shoe, a relic that hath endured the ravages of time for over 5,500 years. Unearthed in 2008 within the Areni-1 cave of Vayots Dzor province, Armenia, this remarkable piece of footwear offers a glimpse into the ingenuity and craftsmanship of our ancestors. As we delve into the story of the Areni-1 shoe, we shall […]
What We Do: We Make Shoes for YOUR Feet In these modern days, many a company doth throw about terms such as handcrafted, handmade, or homemade with nary a true understanding of their import. But when the humble artisans at Medieval Moccasins declare such terms, we speak with earnestness and truth. Each stage of our production is wrought from the ground up within our own abode, nestled at the edge of the rugged Texas Hill Country. Here, we trace our […]
Caring for leather items is crucial to preserve their durability and maintain their exquisite appearance throughout the ages. Whether you possess handmade leather moccasins, sandals, bottlenecks, laces, or furniture, carefully attending will safeguard them against wear and uphold their splendor. Here are some essential guidelines on how to care for leather in a manner befitting its noble nature: **Regular Cleansing**: Commence by delicately cleansing thine leather possessions on a routine basis to rid them of dust, dirt, and other impurities. […]
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