From Maoist symbol to hipster accessory: Nepali shoes get revamp-An article from Dailymail worth some read!

in nepal •  7 years ago 


Long maligned as the footwear of choice for Nepal's Maoist guerillas, Goldstar sneakers are undergoing a revival in the Himalayan nation -- fast becoming a must-have hipster accessory.

The humble $8 trainers were worn by insurgents during Nepal's decade-long civil war, when just being seen wearing a pair was enough to wind up in prison accused to being part of the rebel force.


Read More hehe on Dailymail link: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/wires/afp/article-5398401/From-Maoist-symbol-hipster-accessory-Nepali-shoes-revamp.html


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Hi @steemnepal .i am a goldstar fan from patna.your neighbouring state.please visit my recent post about my trip to nepal and if you like it please resteem.i have tried to cover as much as I can through my lens.thanks for your support.
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Thanks for this :)