The Sunday Magazine

Shoes make the woman - personal essay

As Tanaz Bhathena grew up, and as her family moved from the restrictive social mores of Saudi Arabia to the freedom of Canada, her choice in footwear reflected her struggle for self-expression.

Tanaz Bhathena was born in Saudi Arabia, but when her family moved from the restrictive social mores of that country to the freedom of Canada, her choice in footwear reflected her struggle for self-expression.