Why did Hermes wear winged sandals?

Hermes was guide to the dead, herald of Zeus, and messenger of the gods. He needed to travel to places quickly, so of course he would need his talaria, forged by Hephaestus himself. Also Hermes was the god of speed and travel, so winged shoes would make sense. read more

The wearer of The Sandals could also travel faster than any method of travel known to man. In a display of love and admiration for the mortals that had taken up jobs similar to his own, Hermes had given the town's temple a pair of his Winged Sandals. The Sandals were kept under close watch at all times. read more

Hermes confessed the crime and made a deal with Zeus which made him the messenger of the gods. After that, Zeus gave Hermes a wand, a round hat and the Sandals. When Zeus called Hermes to Olympus to chide him for stealing and lying, Hermes promised he would never again lie if Zeus named him as his messenger and herald. read more