Hermes Chypre Black Calfskin Sandal 37 / 7
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a pair of limited edition Hermes Chypre sandals featured in Black. Calfskin with
Hermes Chypre Black Calfskin Sandal 37 / 7
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a pair of limited edition Hermes Chypre sandals featured in Black. Calfskin with
Hermes Black Leather Santorini Ankle Wrap Sandals Size 37
By Hermès
Located in Krakow, PL
Sandal in calfskin with "H" cut-out detail, thin ankle strap and palladium plated studs. Black
Hermes Oran Sandal White Calfskin Havane Topstitch 37 / 7
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers an Hermes Oran sandal iconic slide featured in White with Havane topstitch. The
Hermes Oran Sandals Etoupe Epsom Leather Flat Shoes 37 / 7
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers Hermes Oran sandal shoes featured in neutral Etoupe Epsom leather. The iconic
Hermes Vert Embrun Oran Sandal Epsom Leather Flat Shoes 37
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers Hermes Oran flat sandals featured in Vert Embrun. This stunning limited edition
Hermes Oran Sandal Limited Edtion Rouge Blush Chevre Leather 37 / 7
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a pair of Hermes Oran sands feature in exquisite limited edition Rouge Blush pink
Hermes Metallic Vert Bronze Oran Sandal Epsom Leather Flat Shoes 37 / 7
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a limited edition pair of Hermes Oran sandals featured in Metallic Vert Bronze
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
HERMES Oran H logo iconic black beaded blue insole sandals shoes EU 37
By Hermès
Located in Hong Kong, NT
HERMES Oran H logo iconic black beaded blue insole sandals shoes EU 37 Reference: LNKO/A02099 Brand
Hermes Emerald Oran Sandal Epsom Leather Flat Shoes 37 / 7 New w/ Box
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers limited edition Hermes Oran Emerald sandals. This stunning limited edition Hermes
Hermes Womens Chypre Sandal Size US 7 EU 37 Fringed Prunoir Black Grey Tan
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
- Black exterior with fringe canvas H - Tagged size 37 - No box Condition: The sandals are
Hermès Sandal size 37
By Hermès
Located in Gazzaniga (BG), IT
Suede Blue color Black profiles Heel high cm 12 (472 inches) Plateau high cm 15 (059 inches) With dustbag
Hermes Oran Sandal Limited Edition Blue Bleuet Calfskin 37
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a pair of Hermes Oran flat sandals featured in limited edition beautiful Bleu
Hermes Oran Flat Sandal Blanc w/ Havane Topstitch 37 / 7
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
selection of Hermes Oran sandals available. NEW or NEVER WORN. final sale SIZE 37 USA SIZE 7 CONDITION
HERMES Rouge Grenat suede ANJOU PLATFROM ANKLE STRAP Sandals Shoes 37
By Hermès
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Hermès Anjou platform sandals are crafted in Rouge Grenat red, burgundy, nude
Hermes Oran Sandal Black Calfskin White Top Stitch Flat Shoes 37 / 7
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a pair of Hermes Oran exquisite Black calfskin slides. The iconic bone top
HERMES Beige Sable suede EXTRA CHAINE D'ANCRE Slide Sandals Shoes 37.5 fit 37
By Hermès
Located in Zürich, CH
These 100% authentic Hermès Extra slide sandals are crafted in Beige Sable (sand) suede and smooth
HERMES SANDALS ORAN 37 VISON RASE Blue 2015.
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
HERMES SANDALS ORAN 37 VISON RASE Blue 2015. Pre-owned and never used. Bought it in Hermes
Hermes Rose Porcelaine Calfskin Size 37 Oasis sandal
By Hermès
Located in Nicosia, CY
Preloved, never used with box. Calfskin. Heel height: 5 cm Color: Rose Porcelaine. Size 37.PR11521
Hermes Vert D'eau Calfskin Size 37 Oasis sandal
By Hermès
Located in Nicosia, CY
Preloved, never used with box. Calfskin. Heel height: 5 cm Color: Vert D'eau. Size 37
Hermes Chypre Black Calfskin Sandal 37 / 7
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a pair of limited edition Hermes Chypre sandals featured in Black. Calfskin with
Hermes Chypre Tan Sandals Natural Suede Size 37 NEW
By Hermès
Located in Roosendaal, NL
From the collection of SAVINETI we offer these new pair of Hermès Chypre Sandals: - Brand: Hermes
Hermes Silver Leather Extra Slide Sandals Shoes Size 37
By Hermès
Located in Rome, Rome
Hermès Extra slide sandals. Silver metal leather upper. Chaine d'Ancre inspired straps. Anatomical
Hermes Chypre White Calfskin Sandal 37 / 7 New w/ Box
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a limited edition Hermes Chypre Sandal featured in White. Calfskin with black
Hermes Oran Sandal White Calfskin Havane Topstitch 37 / 7 New w/Box
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers an Hermes Oran sandal iconic slide featured in White with Havane topstitch. The
Hermes Oran Sandal Rose Sorbet Leather Flats 37 / 7 New w/Box
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers guaranteed authentic Hermes Oran Rose Sorbet pink flat sandal. These rich
Hermes Silver Leather Chaine d’Ancre Extra Slide Sandals Shoes Size 37
By Hermès
Located in Rome, Rome
Hermès Extra slide sandals. Silver metal leather upper. Chaine d'Ancre inspired straps. Anatomical
Hermes Himalaya Oran Sandal Matte Alligator Flat Shoes 37/ 7 New w/ Box
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers Hermes Himalaya matte alligator Oran sandals. These stunning limited edition
HERMES Oran H logo iconic black beaded blue insole sandals shoes EU 37
By Hermès
Located in Hong Kong, NT
HERMES Oran H logo iconic black beaded blue insole sandals shoes EU 37 Reference: LNKO/A02099 Brand
HERMES Oran Sandals Gold Box Leather 37
By Hermès
Located in West Chester, PA
The Oran Sandal Gold, the perfect neutral Nothing Better For Summer Size 37 Sandal in Box
Hermes Oran Sandal Corail Patent Calfskin 37 / 7
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
leather sole. Comes with sleepers and and signature Hermes box. NEW or NEVER WORN final sale SIZE 37
HERMES Pinede blue suede EXTRA SLIDE Sandals Shoes 37
By Hermès
Located in Zürich, CH
These 100% authentic Hermès Extra slide techno-sandals are crafted from Bleu Pinede (pine blue
HERMES Oran Sandals Gold Box Veau Lisse Leather 37
By Hermès
Located in West Chester, PA
The Oran Sandal About the Oran sandal: Hermes Oran is a style of sandal produced by the luxury
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
New HERMES Egerie Black Chaine d'Ancre Motif Sandal 37
By Hermès
Located in West Chester, PA
, this silhouette is an essential piece in every wardrobe. Made in Italy SIZE 37 Hermes Box, 2 dustcovers
HERMES Bleu Claire Natural fringed denim SANTORINI Sandals Shoes 37
By Hermès
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Hermès Santorini sandals are crafted in Bleu Claire (light blue) denim with
HERMES Purnoir canvas ORAN TOILE H FRINGE Sandals Shoes 37
By Hermès
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Hermès Oran sandal in Prunoir fringed Toile H with iconic "H" cut-out. Brand new
New HERMES Egerie Bleu Outremer Chaine d'Ancre Motif Sandal 37
By Hermès
Located in West Chester, PA
essential piece in every wardrobe. Made in Italy SIZE 37 Hermes Box, 2 dustcovers, ribbon
Hermes Shoes Flat Oran Sandal Black Calfskin White Top Stitch 37 / 7 New w/ Box
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Guaranteed authentic Hermes Oran exquisite Black calfskin slide. The iconic bone top stitched H
Hermes Aloha Jelly Sandals Rubber Rose Slides 37 New
Located in West Chester, PA
Aloha Sandals Jelly Rubber Rose Berry Size 37 New in Box with Dustcovers New never used
Hermes Sandal Flat Egerie Vert Embrun Limited Edition 37 / 7
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers limited edition Hermes Egerie waterproof sandals featured in Vert Embrun. The
Hermes Teddy Bear Oran Sandal Fuchsia Limited Edition Shearling Flat 37 / 7
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
sandal slide. Featured in saturated Fuchsia this limited edition Hermes Oran sandal is foot flirting
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 Emerald Oran Sandal Epsom Leather Flat Shoes 37/ 7 New w/ Box
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers guaranteed authentic Hermes Oran Emerald sandals. This stunning limited edition
HERMES Beige Sable suede VIBRATO ORAN Slides Sandals Shoes 37
By Hermès
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Hermès Oran Vibrato sandals in Beige Sable (sand beige) laser-cut suede with iconic
Hermes Shoes Flat Oran Sandal Bleu Littoral 37 / 7 New
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Guaranteed authentic Hermes Oran exquisite Bleu Littoral calfskin slide. The iconic top stitched H
Hermes Oran Sandal Rose Cotinga Leather Flats 37 / 7 New w/Box
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Hermes Oran vibrant Rose Cotinga pink flat sandal. These rich, saturated pink slides are a must for
Hermes Sandals 37 Black 2013.
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Hermes Sandals 37 Black 2013. Pre-owned and used. Bought it in hermès store in 2013. Size
Hermes Étoupe Oran sandal Size 37
By Hermès
Located in Nicosia, CY
Size 37 Sandal in Epsom calfskin with iconic "H" cut-out. An iconic Hermès style, this silhouette
Hermes Sandals Oran Box 37 White 2015.
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Hermes Sandals Oran Box 37 White 2015. Pre-owned and never used. Bought it in Hermes store in
Hermes Sandals Oran Box 37 Moka 2015.
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Hermes Sandals Oran Box 37 Moka 2015. Pre-owned and never used. Bought it in Hermes store in
Hermes Tan Leather Elbe Sandals Size 37
By Hermès
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Make a statement with these Hermes leather sandals for women. Impeccably crafted, these chic heels
Hermes Gold calfskin Size 37 Ines sandal
By Hermès
Located in Nicosia, CY
Preloved, never used with box. Calfskin. Palladium-plated oversized Kelly buckle. Size 37. PR11467
Hermes Sandals Oran Box 37 Verni Ciel 2016.
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Hermes Sandals Oran Box 37 Verni Ciel 2016. Pre-owned and never used. Bought it in Hermes
Hermes Oran sandals Cornflower Blue Size 37 EU
By Hermès
Located in Nicosia, CY
Color Cornflower Blue Size 37 EU Iconic sandals of the House
Hermes Beige Printed Canvas Oran Sandals Size 37
By Hermès
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Put your best foot forward this season in these pretty Hermes sandals. These Oran sandals have been
Hermes Black Printed Canvas Oran Sandals Size 37
By Hermès
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Put your best foot forward this season in these pretty Hermés sandals. These Oran sandals have been
Hermes Yellow Fabric Oran Flat Sandals Size 37
By Hermès
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Put your best foot forward this season in these pretty Hermes sandals. These yellow Oran sandals
Hermes Blue Perforated Leather Oran Sandals Size 37
By Hermès
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Put your best foot forward this season in these pretty Hermes sandals. These blue Oran sandals have
Hermes Ruby Leather Trocadero Mule Sandals Size 37
By Hermès
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Another quality creation from the House of Hermes is this pair of Trocadero mule sandals. It is
Hermes White/Brown Leather Romy Sandals Size 37
By Hermès
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
These beautiful Hermes sandals are enough to add style to any look. Constructed in white and brown
Hermes Black Leather Keira Ankle Sandals Size 37
By Hermès
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Crafted using leather, these black sandals are defined by the wonderful cutout design all over
Hermes Black Leather Keira Ankle Sandals Size 37
By Hermès
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Crafted using leather, these black sandals are defined by the wonderful cutout design all over
Hermes Black Leather Omaha Slide Sandals Size 37
By Hermès
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
These comfortable sandals from Hermes are ideal for those days when you have to spend long hours
Hermes Blue Leather Oran Flats Sandals Size 37
By Hermès
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Put your best foot forward this season in these pretty Hermès flats. These blue Oran slides have
Hermes Rouge Pivoine Epsom Leather Oran Sandals 37
By Hermès
Located in London, GB
Hermes Rouge Pivoine Epsom Leather Oran Sandals - Square toe - Epsom Leather - Iconic H Cut out
Hermes Brown Leather Legend Wedge Sandals Size 37
By Hermès
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
These sandals will offer you both luxury and comfort. Made from quality materials, they come in a
Hermes Black Leather Heel Mule Sandals Size 37
By Hermès
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
day without any hassle just like these Hermes ones. They are crafted from leather and feature pointed
Hermes White/Brown Leather Tandem Slide Sandals Size 37
By Hermès
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Hermes brings you the perfect pair of sandals to celebrate the season in. Crafted from leather
Hermes Burgundy Patent Leather Very Slide Sandals Size 37
By Hermès
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
You'll love to wear these burgundy Very slide sandals from Hermes as they are all about comfort and
Hermes Burgundy Patent Leather Very Slide Sandals Size 37
By Hermès
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
You'll love to wear these burgundy Very slide sandals from Hermes as they are all about comfort and
Hermes Multicolor Suede And Leather Romy Sandals Size 37
By Hermès
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
The House of Hermes never fails to create styles that stand out with exuberance. These Romy sandals
Hermes Gold Glitter Leather Oasis Slide Sandals Size 37
By Hermès
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Crafted in gold glitter leather, these Oasis slide sandals from Hermes are classy and comfortable
Hermes Gold Glitter Leather Oasis Slide Sandals Size 37
By Hermès
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Crafted in gold glitter leather, these Oasis slide sandals from Hermes are classy and comfortable
1990S JOHN GALLIANO Pink, Black, & Multicolor Silk Slip Dress
By John Galliano
Located in New York, NY
1990S JOHN GALLIANO Pink, Black, & Multicolor Silk Slip Dress
ROBERTO CAVALLI long dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Rubiera, RE
ROBERTO CAVALLI Long dress, black background, floral pattern, thin straps. Deep neckline on the back. 90% polyamide/nylon 10% Elastane/Spandex SIZE L Made in Italy Flat measurements:...
Roberto Cavalli S/S 2003 Tattoo Print Bias Cut Slip Dress in Silk
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in London, GB
Collectors piece from Roberto Cavalli Spring/Summer 2003 collection featuring the iconic Cavalli tattoo print shown on the S/S 2003 runway and campaign images. Classic slip dress s...
Chanel 2023 Coco Masters White Mini Tennis Cloth Crossbody Bag
By Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The Chanel 2023 Coco Masters White Mini Tennis Cloth Crossbody Bag is a whimsical yet refined statement piece that captures the essence of sporty luxury. Crafted from high-quality cl...
$1,036Sale Price|20% Off
Size: 10
1990s Bob Mackie Size 10 Black Crepe Sexy 90s Vintage High Slit Evening Gown
By Bob Mackie
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy, yet sophisticated 1990s BOB MACKIE black crepe bodycon evening dress! Features an elegant sweetheart neckline, with satin trim. Figure flattering silhouette that hugs the body ...
Chanel Shiny Alligator Jumbo Double Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
Rare Item - Chanel Shiny Alligator Jumbo Double Flap Bag Shiny black iconic handbag crafted in Alligator skin and gold hardware. Double front flap and signature 'CC' turn-lock clos...
$14,718
Size: FR38 - UK10
John Galliano Crystal Adorned Crimson Satin Evening Dress and Shawl, ss 2001
By John Galliano
Located in London, GB
▪ Archival John Galliano Evening Dress ▪ Spring-Summer 2001 ▪ Crafted from crimson crepe-back satin, with alternating panels that highlight both the satin sheen and crepe texture ▪ D...
Vintage 1960's Ivory Woven Basket Bag Pearlescent Lucite Handles
Located in Nashville, TN
This beautiful early 1960's ivory basket bag, accented by pearlescent lucite handles, is just the piece to add to your vintage accessory collection. The elegant rectangle shape is ...
$266,378
H 9.06 in W 11.82 in D 6.3 in
Hermès Birkin 30 Himalaya Crocodile Niloticus Palladium Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Berlin, DE
Hermès Birkin 30 Himalaya in crocodile niloticus leather with palladium hardware. The bag is unworn and comes as full set including the receipt and Cites. Stamp Y (2020)
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...
Dolce & Gabbana black silk corset with crystal straps, fw 2004
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in London, GB
▪ Dolce & Gabbana evening corset top ▪ Black silk ▪ Crystal mesh shoulder straps ▪ Built-in bra with lace trim and adjustable shoulder straps ▪ Corset bones throughout ▪ Zipper a...
BADGLEY MISCHKA Vintage Grey Embellished Mini Evening Bag
By Badgley Mischka
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Badgley Mischka Vintage Heavily embellished with sequins, crystals, and beading Grey tones Silver hardware Pristine Measurements in inches laying flat: usable inside space: length 5....
Hermès Silver Micro Kelly Bag Pill Box
By Hermès
Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique
Adorable Authentic Hermès Smallest "Kelly" bag ever made This baby kelly has nothing to envy of the grown-ups, because she opens up too Can be used to put jewelry, a photo, your pi...
Hermes Izmir Sandal Bleu Bleuet and Orange Epsom Leather Men's Shoes 42 / 9
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a pair of Hermes Men's Izmir sandal featured in Bleu Bleuet with orange insole calfskin leather lining. The iconic H cutout over the top of the foot in Epsom leathe...
Christian Dior by John Galliano Sheer Bronze Gold Knit Mini Dress 1999 2000
By Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in Berlin, BE
Christian Dior by John Galliano Fall 1999/ 2000 Extremely sexy dress by John Galliano for Dior - a dress that transcends mere fabric to become an emblem of audacious elegance. This...
$1,709
Size: ONE SIZE
1970's CHRISTIAN DIOR Brown Leather Canvas Trotter Monogram Suitcase Luggage Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Sheffield, GB
A decadent, luxury 1970's CHRISTIAN DIOR suitcase with art deco 'CD' detail buckle. A sturdy, yet elegantly constructed Christian Dior case made from rich, Smooth Chocolate brown le...
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.