← Back to the front page Strange History 15 Historical Fashion Trends So Absurd They Could Injure You (Or Already Did) Darren September 7, 2025 5 min f in 𝕏 13. Monster Pattens Image Source: Wikimedia Commons. Medieval “pattens” were raised wooden platforms strapped over shoes to keep feet out of mud. These elevated overshoes could be difficult to balance on, leading to twisted ankles and falls. (medievallondon.ace.fordham.edu) Pages 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 Written by Darren
