HERMES Gold brown leather DANSEUSE Ballet Flats Shoes 37.5
By Hermès
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Hermès Danseuse ballet flats in camel brown calf leather. Features iconic Palladium
HERMES Gold brown leather DANSEUSE Ballet Flats Shoes 37.5
By Hermès
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Hermès Danseuse ballet flats in camel brown calf leather. Features iconic Palladium
$528Sale Price|20% Off
HERMES Lisboa Chaine d’Ancre brown leather cut out flat sandal slippers EU37.5
By Hermès
Located in Hong Kong, NT
HERMES Lisboa Chaine d’Ancre brown leather cut out flat sandal slippers EU37.5 Reference: SNKO
$415
Size: 38.5 FRANCE
HERMÈS Silver Metallic Leather Ballerina HERMÈS SAD Palladie Clasp Flats Size 38
By Hermès
Located in London, GB
HERMÈS Silver Metallic Leather Ballerina HERMÈS SAD Palladie Clasp Flats Size 38.5 Hermès
HERMES red leather PEGASE Ballet Flats Shoes 36
By Hermès
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Hermès 'Pegase' ballerina in deep red calfskin with palladium plated buckle and
Hermes Oran Sandal Jaune Ambre Alligator Flat Slide 39 / 9
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
edition Hermes Oran flat slide sandal is a warm honeyed yellow. The iconic H cutout over the top of the
HERMES Rose Bubinga nude leather ANCORA Loafers Flats Shoes 38
By Hermès
Located in Zürich, CH
These 100% authentic Hermès Ancona loafers in Rose Bubinga (dusty rose) supple calfskin leather
$429Sale Price|35% Off
HERMES Dune tan leather palladium Collier de Chien flat sandal EU37.5
By Hermès
Located in Hong Kong, NT
HERMES Dune tan leather palladium Collier de Chien flat sandal EU37.5 Reference: KYCG/A00173 Brand
Hermes Sandal Flat Oran Gold Box Calfskin Shoes 37.5 / 7.5
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a pair of Hermes Oran exquisite Gold box calfskin slide. The iconic top stitched
Hermes Sandal Flat Oran Gold Box Calfskin Shoes 42 / 12
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a guaranteed authentic Hermes Oran exquisite Gold box calfskin slide. The iconic
HERMES Rose Porcelaine pink suede TRIP Espadrilles Flats Shoes 41 fit 40
By Hermès
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Hermès Trip espadrille flats in Rose Porcelaine suede goatskin with rope sole. Brand
Hermes Sandal Flat Oran Gold Box Calfskin 37 / 7 New w/ Box
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a guaranteed authentic Hermes Oran exquisite Gold box calfskin slide. The iconic
Unavailable
Size: EU 41.5 (Approx. US 11.5) Regula
Hermès Brown Leather Mocassin Loafers 1hj1020 Flats
By Hermès
Located in Forest Hills, NY
OVERALL VERY GOOD CONDITION ( 8/10 or AB ) Size 41.5 Fits Men 9 US Fits Womens 11 US Includes Dust Bag Signs of Wear: Light marks on exterior and bottom soles. This item does not co...
HERMES Paris Chocolate Brown Leather Flats Size 39.5
By Hermès
Located in University City, MO
HERMES Paris Chocolate brown leather flats Size 39.5 The classic brown leather shoes are designed
Hermes Brown Leather Aline MM Flat Tote Bag 5her1222
By Hermès
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: L in a Circle Made In: France Measurements: Length: 12" Width: .3" Height: 10.75" Shoulder Handle Drop: 18.5" OVERALL GOOD CONDITION ( 7/10 or B ) Acc...
Hermes Brown Leather Evelyne Flat Sandals Shoes Size 44
By Hermès
Located in Rome, Rome
Hermès Evelyne sandal in brown leather featuring perforated H at leather strap upper, single toe
HERMES Time tan brown smooth leather horse carriage buckle flat loafers EU35
By Hermès
Located in Hong Kong, NT
HERMES Time tan brown smooth leather horse carriage buckle flat loafers EU35 Reference: ZETO/A00018
HERMES Size 10 Brown Studded Leather ORAN H Flat Strap Sandals
By Hermès
Located in San Francisco, CA
HERMES "ORAN" sandals come in chocolate brown leather and feature antiqued dark gold tone studded H
Hermes Izmir Sandal Men's Shoes Flat Classic Brown / Orange 43 / 10
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a pair of Hermes Men's Izmir sandals featured in deep warm Brown and Orange. The
new HERMES brown suede zip front silver buckle flat riding boots EU38.5 o
By Hermès
Located in Hong Kong, NT
new HERMES brown suede zip front silver buckle flat riding boots EU38.5 o Reference: MELK/A00230
HERMES brown suede zip front silver buckle flat riding boots EU38.5 o
By Hermès
Located in Hong Kong, NT
HERMES brown suede zip front silver buckle flat riding boots EU38.5 o Reference: MELK/A00230 Brand
Hermes Sandal Flat Oran Gold Box Calfskin 41
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers Hermes Oran sandal shoes featured in neutral Etoupe Epsom leather. The iconic
HERMES white leather ORAN Flat Slides Sandals Shoes 37
By Hermès
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Hermes Oran flats in white Box leather with iconic 'H' cut-out. Features beige
Hermes Izmir Sandal Men's Shoes Flat Classic Gold 42
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Guaranteed authentic Hermes Men's Izmir sandal features classic Gold. The iconic H cutout over the
Hermes Sandal Flat Oran Gold Box Calfskin 38 / 8 new
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Guaranteed authentic Hermes Oran exquisite Gold box calfskin slide. The iconic top stitched H
Hermes Jaune Sable Oran Sandal Epsom Leather Flat Shoes 39 / 9
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers Hermes Oran sandal featured in Jaune Sable. This warm soft yellow Hermes Oran
HERMES Etain grey leather JUMPING Knee High Flat Boots Shoes 38
By Hermès
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Hermès 'Jumping Boots' in Etain box leather with Ruthenium Kelly buckle. Brand new
HERMES Etain grey leather JUMPING Knee High Flat Boots Shoes 40
By Hermès
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Hermès 'Jumping Boots' in Etain box leather with Ruthenium Kelly buckle. Brand new
Hermes Sandal Flat Oran Gold Box Calfskin 38 / 8 New w/ Box
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers Hermes Oran Gold box calfskin slide sandals. The iconic top stitched H cutout
Hermes Shoes Flat Oran Sandal Rose de Venise Suede Brides de Gala Toile 39.5
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Guaranteed authentic Hermes Oran exquisite Rose de Venise slide. The iconic top stitched H cutout
Hermes Brown Kelly Flat
By Hermès
Located in London, GB
Hermes Kelly flat in chocolate brown Swift leather featuring gold- plated hardware. This bag is
HERMES Jumping Kelly brown leather silver buckle strap flat ridiing boots EU39
By Hermès
Located in Hong Kong, NT
HERMES Jumping Kelly brown leather silver buckle strap flat ridiing boots EU39 Brand: Hermes Model
HERMES Chocolat brown Box leather JUMPING Knee High Flat Boots Shoes 35.5
By Hermès
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Hermès 'Jumping Boots' in Chocolat box leather with Ruthenium Kelly buckle. Brand
Hermès New Rose Gold Leather Oran Flat
By Hermès
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Hermès rose gold Leather Oran Flat in Metallic gold Leather are crafted from the best leather, and
2007 Hermes Etoupe Swift Leather Kelly Flat 35cm Sellier
By Hermès
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
HERMÈS Etoupe Swift Leather Kelly Flat 35cm Sellier Xupes Reference: CB385 Serial Number: [K] Age
Hermes Sandal Flat Oran Gold Box Calfskin 36.5 / 6.5 New
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Guaranteed authentic Hermes Oran exquisite Gold box calfskin slide. The iconic top stitched H
Hermes Sandal Flat Oran Gold Box Calfskin 38 / 8 new
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Guaranteed authentic Hermes Oran exquisite Gold box calfskin slide. The iconic top stitched H
Hermes Sandal Flat Oran Gold Box Calfskin 36.5 / 6.5 New
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a pair of Hermes Oran exquisite Gold box calfskin slide. The iconic top stitched
Hermes Sandal Flat Oran Parme Doblis (Suede) Ruby Red Sole 39 / 9
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Hermes Oran flat slide sandal is featured with a Ruby leather insole. The iconic H cutout over the top of
Hermes Sandal Flat Oran Gold Box Calfskin 37 / 7 New w/ Box
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Guaranteed authentic Hermes Oran exquisite Gold box calfskin slide. The iconic top stitched H
Hermes Sandal Flat Oran Gold Box Calfskin 38 / 8 New w/ Box
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Guaranteed authentic Hermes Oran exquisite Gold box calfskin slide. The iconic top stitched H
Hermes Sandal Flat Oran Gold Box Calfskin Shoes 39 / 9 New W/ Box
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Guaranteed authentic Hermes Oran exquisite Gold box calfskin slide. The iconic top stitched H
Hermes Sandal Flat Oran Gold Box Calfskin Shoes 39 / 9 New W/ Box
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a guaranteed authentic Hermes Oran exquisite Gold box calfskin slide. The iconic
Hermes Sandal Flat Oran Gold Box Calfskin Shoe 38.5 / 8.5 New w/ Box
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Guaranteed authentic Hermes Oran exquisite Gold box calfskin slide. The iconic top stitched H
Hermes Sandal Flat Oran Gold Box Calfskin Shoes 39.5 / 9.5 New W/ Box
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a guaranteed authentic Hermes Oran exquisite Gold box calfskin slide. The iconic
Hermès Orange Size 7 Suede Slip On Flats
By Hermès
Located in San Francisco, CA
Striking suede slip ons by HERMES. In signature orange, this style features a top stitch detail
Hermes Brown Fabric Oran Flats Size 36.5
By Hermès
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Put your best foot forward this season in these pretty Hermes flats. These brown Oran flats have
Hermes Brown Leather Oz Flat Mules Size 37.5
By Hermès
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
in brown leather with the signature twist lock in silver plated metal on the vamps. Slip these flat
Hermes Brown Leather Ionie Flat Sandals Size 42
By Hermès
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
. They are designed with brown leather straps with a buckle on one. The flats are complete with soles
Hermes Brown Leather Flat Slingback Sandals Size 40
By Hermès
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
These striking and trendy Hermes sandals will elevate your casual ensembles instantly. Crafted from
Hermes Brown Leather Liberty Ballet Flats Size 36
By Hermès
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Complete your look by adding these designer ballet flats to your collection of everyday footwear
Hermes Brown Leather Chypre Flat Sandals Size 41.5
By Hermès
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
These sandals will frame your feet in an elegant manner. Crafted from quality materials they flaunt a classy display comfortable insoles and durable heels.
Hermes Brown Leather Aloha Flat Slides Size 36
By Hermès
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Frame your feet with these Hermes flat sandals. Created using the best materials the flats are
Hermes Brown Leather Izmir Flat Slides Size 42.5
By Hermès
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Hermes is a brand that epitomizes art and all their designs have a luxurious blend of comfort and
Hermes Brown Fur Oran Flat Slides Size 37
By Hermès
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
A perfect blend of luxury, style, and comfort, these designer flats are made using quality
Hermes Brown Leather Villa Flat Slides Size 39
By Hermès
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
These slides will offer you a statement appeal. Made from premium materials, these shoes will lend a stylish twist to your outfit and aims to provide you with all-day comfort.
Hermes Brown Leather Chypre Flat Sandals Size 45
By Hermès
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
These sandals will frame your feet in an elegant manner. Crafted from quality materials they display a classy design and comfortable insoles.
Hermes Brown Suede Chypre Flat Slides Size 42
By Hermès
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Enhance your casual looks with a touch of high style with these designer slides. Rendered in quality material with a lovely hue adorning its expanse this pair is a must have
Hermès Brown Leather Kola Thong Flat Slingback Sandals Size 37.5
By Hermès
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Minimal, versatile, and comfortable, these Kola sandals by Hermès are the type of footwear that
Hermes Brown Croc Leather Izmir Flat Sandals Size 42
By Hermès
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Hermes is a brand that epitomizes art and noticeably, all their designs have a luxurious blend of
Hermes Dark Brown Leather Izmir Flat Slides Size 44
By Hermès
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Hermes is a brand that epitomizes art and all their designs have a luxurious blend of comfort and
Hermes Dark Brown Leather Izmir Flat Sandals Size 40.5
By Hermès
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Hermes is a brand that epitomizes art and all their designs have a luxurious blend of comfort and
Hermes Brown Leather Manege Ankle Strap Flat Sandals Size 39
By Hermès
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
These sandals will frame your feet in an elegant manner. Crafted from quality materials they display a classy design and comfortable insoles.
Hermes Black/Brown Leather Izmir Flat Slides Size 40.5
By Hermès
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Enhance your casual looks with a touch of high style with these designer slides. Rendered in quality material with a lovely hue adorning its expanse this pair is a must have
Hermes Brown Suede D'ancre Chaine Flat Slide Sandals Size 38
By Hermès
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
A must-have for the summers and for your vacations, these beautiful Hermes sandals are enough to
Hermes Brown Suede D'ancre Chaine Flat Slide Sandals Size 38
By Hermès
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
A must-have for the summers and for your vacations, these beautiful Hermes sandals are enough to
Hermes White/Brown Leather and Suede Extra Flat Sandals Size 38
By Hermès
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Frame your feet with these Hermes flat sandals. Created using the best materials the flats are
Hermes Tan Leather Izmir Flat Slides Size 44
By Hermès
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Hermes is a brand that epitomizes art and all their designs have a luxurious blend of comfort and
Hermes Tan Leather Izmir Flat Slides Size 44
By Hermès
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Hermes is a brand that epitomizes art and all their designs have a luxurious blend of comfort and
$49,900
H 7.6 in W 11.7 in D 3.9 in
Chanel Purple Alligator Jumbo Classic Double Flap Bag with Gold Hardware
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
AN EXQUISITE JUMBO CHANEL PURPLE ALLIGATOR CLASSIC DOUBLE FLAP BAG WITH GOLD TONE HARDWARE CHANEL. 2013-2014 Year. Crafted with precision using rare alligator leather, and touched wi...
Hermes Birkin 30 Gold Bag Epsom Leather Palladium Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers an Hermes Birkin 30 bag featured in iconic Gold. Fresh and crisp with difficult to find Palladium hardware. Accentuated with signature bone top stitch. Epsom leathe...
HERMES black Swift & Tuffetage corduroy BIRKIN 30 COTE-A-COTE Bag
By Hermès
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Hermès Birkin 30 Côté-a-Côté in black corduroy with Veau Swift leather trim and gussets. Features palladium plated hardware and cleaning brush for corduroy. Brand new ...
$13,613
H 0.87 in W 0.87 in Dm 0.87 in
Chanel 1989 Montre Mademoiselle 16 cm Yellow Gold Pearls bracelet Watch M
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel Mademoiselle model watch, square yellow gold case, quartz movement, white background with Roman numeral indexes, crown with a small half pearl, yellow gold and pearl bracelet,...
Pearl, Yellow Gold
$907
H 1.19 in W 0.28 in L 1.07 in
Hermès Curiosity Kelly Bag Charm Pendant Necklace Guilloche Permabrass
By Hermès
Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique
Adorable Authentic Hermès Pendant In shape of a "Kelly" Bag The smallest version ever of the Iconic Kelly Bag It even has the padlock and clochette-tirette ! Made in France Made...
$561Sale Price|51% Off
Two piece Wool Tweed Suit with Black Fox Fur Collar
Located in Amsterdam, NL
We offer more exclusive vintage items, view our frontstore. Details: 2-piece suit with a skirt and a jacket. Made from wool/tweed The black fox fur collar is non- detachable. Size f...
Hermes Birkin 25cm Etain Gold Hardware Grey Bag
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Hermes Birkin 25cm Etain Tin Grey Gold Hardware Bag Brand New in Box. Store fresh. Pristine Condition (with plastic on hardware) Perfect gift! Comes with keys, lock, clochette, sleep...
Rare GUCCI Iconic Golden GG Monogram Beaded Bag Purse with Bamboo Handles
By Gucci
Located in Switzerland, CH
A limited edition bag by Gucci From the early 2000s years A signature piece in the famous GG Monogram Beautiful beaded Gucci bag in golden color Gucci Bamboo design handles and closu...
Hermes Kelly Sellier 32 Tri-Colour Poussiere Poudre Ficelle Crocodile
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers an Hermes Kelly 32 Sellier bag featured in a rare tri-colour Porosus Crocodile. The perfect neutral palette of Poussiere, Poudre and Ficelle. No longer produced thi...
Dolce & Gabbana Black & Cream Lingerie Inspired Evening Gown Spring 2006 Sz 40IT
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Saint Petersburg, FL
Dolce & Gabbana Black & Cream Lingerie Inspired Evening Gown. Spring/Summer 2006 Size 40IT
Christian Lacroix Haute-Couture Crimson Draped Silk Chiffon Gown, FW 1999
By Christian Lacroix
Located in London, GB
This Christian Lacroix dress from the Fall-Winter 1999 haute couture collection is an asymmetrical masterpiece crafted in rich crimson silk chiffon. The one-shoulder design features ...
Vivienne Westwood brown shearling coat dress, fw 1992
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in London, GB
Vivienne Westwood brown shearling coat dress. High neck, signature Westwood Orb buttons, fitted waist and flared skirt. Fall-Winter 1992
HERMES Etain grey Togo leather BIRKIN 35 Tote Bag Palladium
By Hermès
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Hermès 'Birkin 35' bag in Etain Veau Togo leather. Lined in Chevre (goat skin) with an open pocket against the front and a zipper pocket against the back. Has been car...
$395Sale Price|27% Off
Size: 36
Vintage New The Original Prada Car Shoe Flat Moccasin Shearling Driving Sz 36
By Prada
Located in Conroe, TX
The Original Car Shoe by Prada Vintage Brand New * Rust * Suede * Shearling Lining * Gold Hardware * Bow Toe * Flat Heel * Rubber Bumper Sole * With Box & Dust Cover
Iconic Roberto Cavalli FW 2006 Silk Evening Gown Showstopper
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Berlin, BE
A Roberto Cavalli Masterpiece from 2006 Drenched in the opulence of gilded romance, this Roberto Cavalli silk evening gown is a red-carpet reverie. A symphony of delicate florals, li...
1997 Gucci by Tom Ford Semi-Sheer Black Extra Long Gown Dress
By Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Baar, CH
Rare 1997 Tom Ford for Gucci dress with original gold-tone "Illusion" hook belt, crafted from thick, body-molding jersey. - From the 1997 Cruise collection. - Comes with original ...
For Hermès, what began as a maker of leather equestrian goods for European noblemen would eventually grow into one of the most storied fashion labels in the world. In 1837, German-born French entrepreneur Thierry Hermès opened a saddle and harness purveyor in Paris. Gradually, the house extended into accessories and luggage for its riders, and today, in paying homage to its origins, the family-run luxury brand resurfaces horse motifs in everything from clothing and modernist jewelry to pillows and handbags.
The first top-handled bag ever produced by Hermès was the Haut à courroies, which made its debut in 1892. A tall bag secured with a folded leather flap (fastened with bridle-inspired straps), it was designed to transport riding boots and a harness.
As the world made the switch from horse to automobile, the bag adapted, becoming a multifunctional travel satchel instead of a designated saddlebag. Today, 120 years later, the HAC remains in Hermès’s line — and its distinctive flap and clasping straps have laid the groundwork for some of the house’s other iconic bags.
In the 1930s, Robert Dumas (son-in-law to Émile-Maurice Hermès, Thierry’s grandson) designed a smaller, trapezoidal take on the flap bag with a handle and two side straps. Later, actress Grace Kelly, then engaged to Prince Rainier of Monaco, is said to have used one of these bags to conceal her pregnancy during the 1950s. Because she was photographed constantly, the coverage catapulted her handbag to international popularity.
In 1977, Hermès officially renamed the model for her, and the Kelly bag was born. Each Kelly bag takes between 18 and 25 hours to produce, and its 680 hand stitches owe solely to one Hermès artisan.
Robert Dumas was also responsible for another one of the brand’s most iconic offerings: the launch of its first silk scarf on the occasion of Hermès’s 100th anniversary in 1937. Based on a woodblock designed by Dumas and printed on Chinese silk, the accessory was an immediate hit.
Today, vintage Hermès scarves, typically adorned in rich colors and elaborate patterns, serve many functions, just as they did back then. Well-heeled women wear it on their heads, around their necks and, in a genius piece of cross-promotion, tied to the straps of their Hermès bags. Kelly even once used one as a sling for her broken arm.
In 1981, Robert Dumas’s son Jean-Louis Dumas, then Hermès chairman, found himself sitting next to French actress and musician Jane Birkin on a plane, where she was complaining about finding a suitable carryall for the necessary accoutrements of motherhood. After the two travelers were properly introduced, Birkin helped design Jean-Louis’s most famous contribution to the Hermès canon: the Birkin bag, a roomy, square catchall with the HAC’s trademark leather flap top and the addition of a lock and key.
Owing to the brand’s legendary commitment to deft, handcrafted construction, the Birkin is an investment that is coveted by collectors everywhere.
While the Kelly and Birkin may be standouts, gracing the arms of everyone from royal heiresses to hip-hop stars in the past few decades, the handbags are but a small part of Hermès’s fashion offerings.
Since the 1920s, the brand has produced some of the most desirable leather goods in the world. There’s the Constance bag, a favorite of Jacqueline Kennedy, the recently relaunched 1970s-era Evelyne and, on the vintage market, a slew of designs dating back to the 1920s.
Good design never goes out of style. Find a variety of vintage Hermès handbags, day dresses, shoes and more on 1stDibs.
Whether they’re Hermès sandals, black Jimmy Choo boots, ivory-leather-and-pink-daisy heels by sublime shoemaker Manolo Blahnik or Christian Louboutin platform pumps, you can find your next pair of legendary luxury vintage and designer shoes today on 1stDibs.
Shoes offered by the likes of Versace, Chanel, Charles Jourdan or Prada are integral to completing your carefully orchestrated street-style or evening ensemble these days, but footwear wasn’t always the big deal it is for your average Adidas enthusiast.
The decorative floor-length gowns that upper-class women of the 18th century wore meant that their shoes, then likely featuring high curved heels finished with woven or embroidered silks — a sharp contrast to the heavy, rudimentary form of the era’s footwear for men — were partially or entirely obscured by the base of their ornate dresses. What good is fashion if it’s tucked away?
Our modern age’s legions of sneakerheads might have trouble tracking down a pair of black-and-gold vintage Jordans but can at least fill their dream closets with original Adidas Gazelles or 1980s New Balances if they put the time in, while 1990s-era Prada pumps or a good pair of mid-20th-century jewel-tone heels in satin or silk haven’t lost their allure with today’s nostalgic fashionistas.
A pair of shoes can commemorate an achievement, mark an important trip overseas and is sometimes a rich manifestation of a hard-won physical feat. On 1stDibs, find Chanel flats or two-tone heels, Christian Dior pumps, vintage Margiela Tabi boots and many more designer shoes today.