Hermes Oran Sandals Etoupe Epsom Leather Flat Shoes 39 / 9
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers Hermes Oran sandal shoes featured in neutral Etoupe Epsom leather.
Hermes Oran Sandals Etoupe Epsom Leather Flat Shoes 39 / 9
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers Hermes Oran sandal shoes featured in neutral Etoupe Epsom leather.
Hermes Men's Shoes Flat Izmir Sandal Shearling Black 42 / 9
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Comes with sleepers and and signature Hermes box. NEW or NEVER WORN. Please see our extensive Chypre and Oran selections on our dealer store, mightychic. final sale SIZE 42 USA SIZE...
Hermes Himalaya Oran Sandal Matte Alligator Flat Shoes 39 / 9
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers Hermes Himalaya matte alligator Oran sandals. These stunning limited edition Hermes Oran flat slide sandals are a rare find. The iconic H cutout over the top of th...
Hermes Izmir Sandal Marine Epsom Leather Men's Shoes Flat 42 / 9
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Comes with sleepers and and signature Hermes box. NEW or NEVER WORN. Please see our extensive Chypre and Oran selections on our dealer store, mightychic. final sale SIZE 42 USA SIZE...
Hermes Size 40 /9 - 9.5 Black Patent Leather Gold 2000s Sandals Shoes Y2K Slides
By Hermès
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic 2000s Hermes black patent leather sandals / slides with gold hardware. Simply slides on the foot. Can easily be dressed up or down. Pair with jeans, shorts, trousers or a dress....
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...
Hermes Trail Sneaker Gold Calfskin 39 / 9
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a pair of Hermes Trail Sneakers featured in Gold calfskin. Accentuated with orange topstitch and rear detail. H logo on the side of sneakers. Rubber detailed soles....
Hermes Oran Rose Sorbet Doblis (Suede) Sandal 39 / 9
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers Hermes Oran sandals featured in limited edition Rose Sorbet Doblis doblis The iconic H cutout over the top of the foot in Rose Sorbet flat slide sandals. Pretty Blu...
Hermes Chypre Himalaya Crocodile Limited Edition Men's Sandal 42 / 9
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
NEW or NEVER WORN. final sale SIZE 42 USA SIZE 9 SHOE MEASURES: HEEL 1" UPPER SOLE 10.25" CONDITION: NEW or NEVER WORN
Hermes Oran Flat Sandal Jaune Pollen Epsom Leather 39 / 9
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a pair of Hermes Oran sandels shoes featured in fresh Jaune Pollen Epsom leather.
Hermes Oran Sandal Jaune Ambre Alligator Flat Slide 39 / 9
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers Hermes Oran sandals featured in Jaune Ambre Alligator. This stunning limited edition Hermes Oran flat slide sandal is a warm honeyed yellow. The iconic H cutout ove...
Hermes Shearling Oran Teddy Sandal Orange Limited Edition Flats 39 / 9
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a pair of Hermes Oran Shearling limited edition flat sandal slide featured in Orange. This beautiful Hermes Oran shearling sandal is foot flirting perfection! Embos...
Hermes Shearling Oran Teddy Sandal Vert D'Eau Limited Edition Flats 39 / 9
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a pair of Hermes Oran Shearling limited edition flat sandal slide featured in Vert D'Eau. This stunning pale green Hermes Oran shearling sandal is foot flirting per...
Hermes Mens Chypre Sandals US 9 EU 42 Aligator Crocodile Beton Beige Tan Slides
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
- Alligator exterior - Tagged size 42 - Comes with dust - Current retail is $8,000 Condition: The Sandals are brand new with box Measurements: ( Approximately In Inches )...
Hermes sandale "Izmir" Calfskin Leather White Color Size 9
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Hermes sandale "Izmir" Calfskin Leather White Color Size 42 2017 Pristine condition. Pre-owned and never used. Bought it in Hermes store in 2017. Composition: Calfskin Leather. M...
Hermes Men's Shoes Flat Izmir Sandal Blue / Black 42 / 9
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Comes with sleepers and and signature Hermes box. NEW or NEVER WORN final sale SIZE 42 USA SIZE 9 SHOE MEASURES: HEEL .5" UPPER SOLE 11" CONDITION: NEW or NEVER WORN
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 flat slide sandal is featured in Epsom leather. The iconic H cutout over the top of th...
Men's HERMES Size 9 Black Leather Toe Cap Lace Up Napoli Oxford Dress Shoes
By Hermès
Located in San Francisco, CA
HERMES "Napoli Oxfords" dress shoes come in smooth black leather with a lace up front and stitched toe cap. With box. Made in Italy. Good Pre-Owned Condition. Marked: IT 42 Outso...
Hermes Emerald Oran Sandal Epsom Leather Flat Shoes 39 / 9 New w/ Box
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers guaranteed authentic Hermes Oran Emerald sandals. This stunning limited edition Hermes Oran flat slide sandal is featured in Epsom leather. The iconic H cutout over...
Hermes Chypre White Calfskin Sandal 39 / 9 9
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Comes with sleepers and and signature Hermes box. NEW or NEVER WORN. final sale SIZE 39 USA SIZE 9 SHOE MEASURES: HEEL 1" UPPER SOLE 10" CONDITION: NEW or NEVER WORN
HERMES Size 9 Black Leather Slip On Kennedy Loafers
By Hermès
Located in San Francisco, CA
HERMES "Kennedy" loafers comes in a black leather featuring a hand-stitched apron, slip on, and a leather sole. Includes dust bag & box. Made in Italy. Excellent Pre-Owned Conditio...
HERMES Size 9 Navy & White Cap Toe Leather Sneakers
By Hermès
Located in San Francisco, CA
HERMES sneakers consists of leather material in a two-tone navy and white color tone. Designed with a two-tone color blocked style, round front, white cap-toe detail, tan trim all ar...
Hermes Fresh Ankle Boot Blanc 39 / 9
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a pair of Hermes Fresh Ankle Boots featured in White. Round, White leather Clou de Selle plaque. Water repellent parachute fabric boot with calfskin toe cap. White ...
Hermes Oran Blue Marine Alligator Flat Sandals 39 / 9
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Comes with sleepers, signature Hermes box and ribbon. NEW or NEVER WORN. See our vast array of Hermes Oran sandals available. final sale SIZE 37.5 USA SIZE 7.5 SHOE MEASURES...
Hermes Shearling Oran Teddy Sandal Brown Limited Edition 39 / 9
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a pair of Hermes Oran Shearling limited edition flat sandal slide featured in Brun (Brown). This beautiful arm Brown Hermes Oran shearling sandal is foot flirting p...
Hermes Cayla Mules Hetre Calfskin Clog 39 / 9
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Comes with sleepers and signature Hermes box. NEW or NEVER WORN. final sale SIZE 39 USA SIZE 9 SHOE MEASURES: HEEL 1.50" UPPER SOLE 10" CONDITION: NEW or NEVER WORN
Hermes Shearling Oran Teddy Sandal Bleu Limited Edition Flats 39 / 9
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a pair of Hermes Oran Shearling limited edition flat sandal slide featured in Bleu. This stunning muted blue Hermes Oran shearling sandal is foot flirting perfectio...
Hermes Oran Sandal Black Alligator Flat Slides 39 / 9 New w/Box
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers Hermes Oran Sandals featured in Black Alligator. The iconic H cutout over the top of the foot. Classic and timeless. Wood heel with leather sole. Comes with sleep...
HERMES Size 9 Black Contrast Stitch Leather Slip On H Strap Sandals
By Hermès
Located in San Francisco, CA
HERMES sandals come in black leather with contrast stitching H cutout straps. With dust bag. Made in Spain. Excellent Pre-Owned Condition. Marked: IT 42 Outsole: 11 x 4 in.
Hermes Oran Flat Sandal Blanc w/ Havane Topstitch 39 / 9
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Comes with sleepers and and signature Hermes box. NEW or NEVER WORN final sale SIZE 39 USA SIZE 9 SHOE MEASURES: HEEL .5" UPPER SOLE 10" CONDITION: NEW or NEVER WORN
Hermes Carlotta Mules Black Calfskin / Shearling Palladium Kelly Buckle 39 / 9
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Comes with sleepers and signature Hermes box. NEW or NEVER WORN. final sale SIZE 39 USA SIZE 9 SHOE MEASURES: HEEL 1.50" UPPER SOLE 10" CONDITION: NEW or NEVER WORN
Hermes Sandal Flat Omaha Black Shoe 39 / 9 new
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Comes with sleepers and signature Hermes box. NEW or NEVER WORN final sale SIZE 39 USA SIZE 9 SHOE MEASURES: HEEL 1" SOLE 9.75" CONDITION: NEW or NEVER WORN
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 cutout over the top of the foot in sublime calfskin. Gold embossed calfskin insole. Woo...
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 top stitched H cutout over the top of the foot in sublime calfskin. Gold embossed c...
Hermes Vert Embrun Oran Sandal Epsom Leather Flat Shoes 39 / 9 New w/ Box
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers Hermes Oran flat sandals featured in Vert Embrun. This stunning limited edition Hermes Oran slide sandal is in the softest sea foam hue - stunning. The iconic H cut...
Hermes Oran Sandal Black Calfskin White Top Stitch Flat Shoes 39 9
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a pair of Hermes Oran exquisite Black calfskin slides. The iconic bone top stitched H cutout over the top of the foot in sublime calfskin. Black embossed calfskin i...
Hermes Shoes Flat Oran Sandal Black Calfskin White Top Stitch 39 / 9 New w/ Box
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Guaranteed authentic Hermes Oran exquisite Black calfskin slide. The iconic bone top stitched H cutout over the top of the foot in sublime calfskin. Gold embossed calfskin insole. W...
Hermes Chypre Black Calfskin Sandal 39 / 9
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a pair of limited edition Hermes Chypre sandals featured in Black. Calfskin with black anatomical insole and H embossed Black rubber sole. Strap across foot is adju...
HERMES Purple Suede Ancre Heels Shoes - Sz 39
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Hermes Purple Suede Ancre Shoes - Sz 9 Made in Italy Materials: suede Ankle strap Stamped "HERMES MADE IN ITALY" Heel: 5" Platform:1" Width: 3" Insole: 9....
Hermes Oran Sandal Rouge Blush Chevre 39 / 9 New More Sizes Available
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Comes with sleepers and signature Hermes box. NEW or NEVER WORN Also available in additional sizes. final sale SIZE 39 USA SIZE 9 SHOE MEASURES: HEEL 1" UPPER SOLE 9"...
Hermes Sandal Flat Oran Parme Doblis (Suede) Ruby Red Sole 39 / 9
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers Hermes Oran sandals featured in Parme Doblis. This stunning limited edition Hermes Oran flat slide sandal is featured with a Ruby leather insole. The iconic H cutou...
Hermes Carlotta Mules Black Calfskin Palladium Kelly Buckle 39 / 9
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Comes with sleepers and signature Hermes box. NEW or NEVER WORN. final sale SIZE 39 USA SIZE 9 SHOE MEASURES: HEEL 1.50" UPPER SOLE 10" CONDITION: NEW or NEVER WORN
Hermes Oran Flat Sandal Blanc w/ Havane Topstitch 39 / 9
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Comes with sleepers and and signature Hermes box. NEW or NEVER WORN final sale SIZE 39 USA SIZE 9 SHOE MEASURES: HEEL .5" UPPER SOLE 10" CONDITION: NEW or NEVER WORN
Hermes Oran Sandal Blue Bleuet Leather Size 39 / 9 New w/Box
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Guaranteed authentic Hermes Oran flat sandal features in beautiful Beu Bleuet. These neutral blue slides are a must for foot flirting! Hermes Paris embossed leather insole. Wood hee...
Hermes JPG Black Boots In Hermes Box 9
By Hermès
Located in Cloverdale, CA
Gorgeous black leather boots with buckle straps from Hermes circa JPG. Sz 39 Worn once, in excellent condition in Hermes box.
Hermes Loafer with Kelly Lock Details New in Box 9
By Hermès
Located in Cloverdale, CA
Hermes Navy blue Loafer with Palladium Kelly Lock Details New in Hermes Box Size 39 Eu US 9
Hermes Cognac Loafers with H Buckle New in Box 9
By Hermès
Located in Cloverdale, CA
Hermes Cognac Loafers with H Buckle New in Box 9
Hermes Epice Tresse Woven Wedge Sandals US 9
By Hermès
Located in London, GB
Hermes Epice Tresse Woven Wedge Sandals - High platform wedges - Open-toe - Tie-around ankle fastening - Espadrille rope sole - Woven patent leather, matte leather and suede upper a...
Hermès 24 Faubourg Silk And Suede Wedge Sandals EU 39 UK 6 US 9
By Hermès
Located in London, GB
These sandals by Hermès have been made in Italy from black suede, they're set on a structured wedge heel that's balanced with the brand’s iconic silk printed twilly ankle strap with ...
Hermes Men Sandals "Izmir" Calfskin Leather Black Color 9 Size
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Hermes Men Sandals "Izmir" Calfskin Leather Black Color 42 Size 2017 Pristine condition. Pre-owned and never used. Bought it in Hermes store in 2017 Composition: Leather. Model: ...
Hermes Chypre Tan Suede Sandals - Sold Out/Rare - Us size 9
By Hermès
Located in London, GB
Hermes Chypre Tan Suede Sandals - Sold Out/Rare - Adjustable velcro strap - Soft ecru wool skin insole - Golden beige goatskin lining - Black rubber sole Materials: Rubber sole Woo...
Gianni Versace Red Leather Motorcycle Jacket and Skirt A/W 1994
By Gianni Versace
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous and rare red patent leather motorcycle jacket with matching skirt from Gianni Versace. It has all of Versace's amazing attention to detail including Medusa head pulls on t...
$475Sale Price|20% Off
Size: Small
Rene Ruiz Couture Black and Nude Strapless Silk Net Overlay Bustier Corset Top
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous and sexy new RENE RUIZ black and nude strapless silk ruched bustier / corset! Features a nude silk backdrop, with a black net ruched overlay. Hidden zipper up the side with ...
1960s Jack Bryan Yellow Silk Rhinestone Beaded 60s A-Line Dress + Jacket Suit
By Jack Bryan by Dupuis, Jack Bryan
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic vintage 1960s JACK BRYAN yellow silk shantung A-Line dress and jacket ensemble! Dress features a tailored bodice with a forgiving A-Line shape skirt. Full metal zipper up the ba...
Versace S/S 2005 Embellished Cutout Back Ivory Dress Gown
By Versace
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Versace S/S 2005 Embellished Cutout Back Dress Gown Versace sleeveless gown featuring plunging neckline, beaded embellishments throughout, slit at high-low hem and concealed zip clo...
Hermes Hac 50 Vintage Birkin Bag Black Fjord Leather Brass Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a vintage 50 Hermes Hac (Sac Haut a Courroies) featured in Black Fjord leather. This gorgeous matte leather is rare to find and wears magnificently. Limited editio...
GIA Certified 7.0 Carat Heart Shape Pink Diamond Cocktail Ring
By GEMME
Located in New York, NY
Heart Shape Diamond weighing 7.0 Carat with GIA certificate stating the Diamond is of Fancy Pink color and VS2 Clarity. Surrounded by reverse set White Diamonds weighing 5.02 Carats....
Pink Diamond, Platinum
Hermes LG Vintage Brown Croc Doctor Bag
By Hermès
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Hermes rare and collectible large doctor’s bag in brown shiny croc, lined in brown leather and caramel velvet, gold tone hardware. Dates back to the 50s , pre date stamp. Handle drop...
Chanel Nano Kelly Bag NEW Lilac Gold Hardware
By Chanel
Located in Roosendaal, NL
From the collection of SAVINETI we offer this NEW Chanel Nano Kelly Bag: - Brand: Chanel - Model: Nano Kelly - Color: Lilac - Year: 2024 - Condition: NEW (unused) - Materials: Shiny...
F/W 1994 Gianni Versace Yellow Crocodile Embossed Patent Kelly Style 'Diana' Bag
By Gianni Versace Couture, Gianni Versace
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This vintage Gianni Versace Couture bag is designed in the Hermès 'Kelly' style and comprises bright yellow crocodile pattern embossed leather. Designed by Gianni Versace, this bag d...
Beautiful 1920s Bronze Gold Fully Beaded Vintage 20s Flapper Purse Bag Pouch
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful 1920s bronze and brown fully beaded evening bag! The perfect alternative to a clutch! This rare gem features two gold metal chains, and can be adjusted to wear long or shor...
Chanel 1994 Iconic Spring Runway Vintage Pearl Round Sunglasses Rare
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel 1994 Spring Runway Vintage Pearl Round Sunglasses Rare Silver-tone metal Chanel vintage round sunglasses with faux pearl trim at frames and arms, adjustable nose pads and tin...
Vintage turquoise beaded silk sheer floral layered wedding slip dress gown M L
Located in Milano, Lombardia
LOVE LALI VINTAGE A breathtaking vintage gown. I would estimate this to be from around the late 90's. It has a pale blue lining which is overlayed with a sheer turquoise layer that ...
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...
$800
Size: FR 38 (US 4-6) but runs small
Unworn Christian Dior By John Galliano "Diorissimo" One-Piece Swimsuit, SS2002
By John Galliano, Christian Dior
Located in Geneva, CH
From the SS2002 "Street Chic" collection, this never worn Dior one-piece swimsuit features the house's iconic "Dior Oblique" logo, which makes a subtle statement on its own. Made in ...
Manolo Blahnik Olive Snake Carolyne Slingback Pumps - Size 39
By Manolo Blahnik
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Manolo Blahnik Olive Snake Carolyne Slingback Pumps Size 39. These Manolo Blahnik Carolyne pumps exudes an undeniably luxurious brand of sophistication when its classic slingback sil...
GUCCI brown Ostrich leather LARGE Shoulder Bag
By Gucci
Located in Zürich, CH
Gucci large tote bag in pale brown ostrich leather. Lined in ochre monogram canvas with one zip pocket against the back. Has been carried with some soft color transfer, bag is slight...
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.