Peshawari chappal requires no introduction in Pakistan. This traditional footwear is widely worn by Pakistani men during summers. The chappal more of a sandal has a hundreds of years old history mostly worn with traditional shalwar kameez. But wait a second; this leather sandal has now become a friend of jeans. Seeing the popularity of this leather sandal Paul Smith Shoes, a UK based shoe brand, has launched it under its brand name ‘Men’s high-shine black leather sandals with neon pink trims inspired by the Peshawari Chappal’. One can find it showcased with all the elegance; however, it is beyond the reach of an average earning person. The chappal costs massive £300.00 which is above 50,000 Pak rupees.
These made in Italy shoes details high-shine black leather uppers, cross-over strap, open toe, heel buckle fastening, gold-tone buckle, leather foot bed, neon pink footbed trims, smooth leather soles and stow bag.
The advertisement reads ‘100% Leather Uppers, 100% Leather Soles.’
I am sure you have never paid that much attention to your Peshawari chappal before.