On this April day, he was wearing black half-boots and a gray hacking jacket. |
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The clothing was as plain as it could possibly be, almost severe, and he had forgone the customary heeled shoes in favor of military half-boots. |
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My 4' 9'' powerhouse of a grandmother, Iris, always in an apron, with sturdy lace-up half-boots, is long gone, and with it her recipe. |
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During the years 1813-1815, the hems are a bit shorter, allowing a view of half-boots or sandals laced up the ankle. |
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Boots and half-boots often had fur adornments and were extremely colourful, but comfort was equally as important. |
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