Many modern women use them as a beach sandal or for sport wear. Pull-on boots handmade of goat leather are worn by country men in Lebanon and Syria. The same designs may be seen in 19th century prints of the area. Many of these boots are dyed solid red or yellow. Black slippers, worn with the backs folded down under the heel and durable leather sandals are characteristic styles of local footwear.
Western shoes are now very common.
Many lovely costumes can be seen today in the Arab countries. Not all have been included in this book, for emphasis here is on the dress of Lebanon and Syria. Close observance of prevailing costumes will show many similarities between the dress of the different sects and some interesting vestiges of former costumes. Authentic original historical costumes are difficult to find. They are scarce for a number of reasons.