Boot fetishism

So-called boot worship became a common subcultural practice among sadomasochists and related fetishists in the early 20th century.

[11] High-heeled boots help to elongate the calf, creating a longer-legged appearance which is generally considered to be more sexually attractive.

[citation needed] These boots feature prominently in outfits worn by leather enthusiasts in competitions such as International Mr.

They argue that random developmental processes which are still poorly understood make some men more prone to developing paraphilias and fetishes.

[13] The television series The Avengers, which ran in the 1960s, often featured fetishistic clothing, with Emma Peel, played by Diana Rigg, wearing thigh-high boots as a characteristic sign of her as a sexy and strong woman.

[14] Patrick Macnee and Rigg's predecessor Honor Blackman (as Cathy Gale) released a 45 RPM single in 1964 entitled "Kinky Boots".