How High Heels Became a Feminist Issue at Cannes

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Outrage ensued after a group of women wearing flat shoes was turned away from a Cannes red carpet. Why is the high heel such a charged piece of clothing?

Published May 19 2015 8:40PM EDT

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Last year’s Golden Globes saw British actress Emma Thompson storm the stage barefoot, her Christian Louboutin stilettos in one hand and a dirty martini in the other.

She flashed Louboutin’s trademark red-lacquered soles at an amused audience, clutching her heels indignantly.

Lizzie Crocker

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How High Heels Became a Feminist Issue at Cannes

Outrage ensued after a group of women wearing flat shoes was turned away from a Cannes red carpet. Why is the high heel such a charged piece of clothing?

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Lizzie Crocker