I don't think it has anything to do with symbolism. Many adults (Up to 1 in 3 Americans have bunions) are wearing shoes that are not appropriate for their foot shape and size. Women especially are more likely to purchase a shoe that is too small, putting them at risk for corns, bunions, and other deformities that may require surgery to correct. So this type of shoes actually fixes/avoids the issues.
I don't think it has anything to do with symbolism. Many adults are wearing shoes that are not appropriate for their foot shape and size. Women especially are more likely to purchase a shoe that is too small, putting them at risk for corns, bunions, and other deformities that may require surgery to correct. So this type of shoes actually fixes/avoids the issues.