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By Desiree Stimpert, About.com

"Kye" Ankle Strap Shoes from Betsey Johnson.

"Kye" Ankle Strap Shoes from Betsey Johnson.

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Definition: An ankle strap shoe has a single strap or multiple straps that wraps around the ankle.

Whether the shoes in question are sandals or pumps, or whether the straps are buckled or elasticized, one or more straps is all that is needed to make a shoe an ankle strap.

When a shoe features ribbons, string, or other material that can be wrapped around the ankle multiple times and tied, it is often called an ankle "wrap" shoe.

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