An Overview of the Royal Footwear: Punjabi Juttis
There is something so regal about Punjabi Juttis. After all, they were designed to adorn the feet of the Royals back in the day. Made from the finest material and real gold and silver threads, the Punjabi Jutti was introduced in India by the Mughals and went on to become footwear that were designed exclusively for kings and queens.
The word Jutti comes from an Urdu term for a closed shoe. From the time they were introduced, they went through several transformations to become the fashionable shoes that they are today. The designs of the shoes were influenced by the regional conventions, the rituals and traditions of every area, the weather and the creative ideas of different craftsmen. Today, they come in different designs from the ones with a curl to the simpler, modern ones.
The Punjabi Jutti is royal thanks to the exquisite embroidery, beadwork and embellishments. They are made from the sturdiest material. Yet, they are extremely light and comfortable. They are so light that some cobblers say that even sparrows can wear a jutti and still fly.