Are platform shoes from the 70s?

No, platform shoes are not from the ‘70s. Platform shoes have been around for centuries, with origins in Greek theater. Salvatore Ferragamo popularized the footwear again in the 1930s with his rainbow-soled design. Find vintage and contemporary platform shoes from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.

When did platform shoes come into style?

Platform shoes came into style during the 1960s and 70s and remained popular into the 1980s. However, the shoes first debuted during the 1930s. Contemporary footwear designers continue to produce platforms. You'll find a selection of vintage shoes on 1stDibs.

70s Platform Shoes

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70s Platform Snakeskin Sandals in 40s Style

Located in Gresham, OR

Great 70s platform snakeskin sandals by Levant and made in Spain with a 1940s flair. Marked 8 1/2.

1970s Spanish Shoes

70s Platform Snakeskin Sandals in 40s Style

Size: 8.5

70s Black Platform Boots with Snakeskin Detail

Located in San Francisco, CA

shoe of the 70s! Aprox. US size 7 Insole: 9 3/4" Palm of foot: 3" Boot height: 21 1/8" Heel

1970s Boots

70s Black Platform Boots with Snakeskin Detail

70s Platform Shoe

Located in San Francisco, CA

El Dantes 70s Platform shoe Brown leather with cream colored piping and buckle. Slip-on shoes w

1970s Spanish High Heels

70s Platform Shoe

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Questions About 70s Platform Shoes

Are platform shoes from the 70s?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
No, platform shoes are not from the ‘70s. Platform shoes have been around for centuries, with origins in Greek theater. Salvatore Ferragamo popularized the footwear again in the 1930s with his rainbow-soled design. Find vintage and contemporary platform shoes from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
When did platform shoes come into style?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
Platform shoes came into style during the 1960s and 70s and remained popular into the 1980s. However, the shoes first debuted during the 1930s. Contemporary footwear designers continue to produce platforms. You'll find a selection of vintage shoes on 1stDibs.