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Vintage 1950's black beaded and embroidered heels floral shoes UK 4 US 6 EU 36
Vintage 1950's black beaded and embroidered heels floral shoes UK 4 US 6 EU 36

Vintage 1950's black beaded and embroidered heels floral shoes UK 4 US 6 EU 36

Located in Nashville, TN

Edged with a black faille piped border along the collar of the shoe, and finished with a small heel, which boasts matching beadwork and embroidery, these original 1950's heels, showc...

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1950s Vintage 1950S Shoes

Vintage 1950's House Shoes Yellow Brocade Satin Slippers UK 6 US 8 EU 39
Vintage 1950's House Shoes Yellow Brocade Satin Slippers UK 6 US 8 EU 39

Vintage 1950's House Shoes Yellow Brocade Satin Slippers UK 6 US 8 EU 39

Located in Nashville, TN

These lovely 1950's buttercream brocade slippers with a blooming floral pattern, are the perfect little pair to keep you stylish indoors. The elegant loafer design, boasts gold toned...

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1950s Vintage 1950S Shoes

Vintage 1950s Nude Leather Derbys Men Shoes Size 41 or 8.5 US
Vintage 1950s Nude Leather Derbys Men Shoes Size 41 or 8.5 US

Vintage 1950s Nude Leather Derbys Men Shoes Size 41 or 8.5 US

Located in Atlanta, GA

Stunning original 1950s nude leather lace-up men's shoes. Exceptional fine-grain quality leather in beige nude color with perforated design on top.

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1950s French Vintage 1950S Shoes

Ravne Green Porceline "Angel" Heels, Circa 1950's
Ravne Green Porceline "Angel" Heels, Circa 1950's

Ravne Green Porceline "Angel" Heels, Circa 1950's

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This is a pair of lite green vintage heels by Ravne, from the 1950's. They have a porceline heel with a white detailed angel with wings, an adjustable ankle strap and open toe. The h...

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1950s English Vintage 1950S Shoes

1950's Roger Vivier Gold Leather Slingbacks
1950's Roger Vivier Gold Leather Slingbacks

1950's Roger Vivier Gold Leather Slingbacks

By Roger Vivier

Located in Toronto, Ontario

1950’s Roger Vivier gold leather pointed toe slingback heels.

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1950s French Vintage 1950S Shoes

Gi Gi Black Beaded Pumps with Embroidered Flowers, Circa 1950's
Gi Gi Black Beaded Pumps with Embroidered Flowers, Circa 1950's

Gi Gi Black Beaded Pumps with Embroidered Flowers, Circa 1950's

Located in Los Angeles, CA

These vintage pumps by GI GI Shoes, are covered in tiny black beads with colorful flower embroidery. They are a US size 9.5. Measurements: Size: 9.5A Insole Length: 10.75" Heel:...

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1950s Unknown Vintage 1950S Shoes

Vintage 1950's Silk Heels and Matching Purse Set Floral UK 5.5 US 7.5 EU 38.5
Vintage 1950's Silk Heels and Matching Purse Set Floral UK 5.5 US 7.5 EU 38.5

Vintage 1950's Silk Heels and Matching Purse Set Floral UK 5.5 US 7.5 EU 38.5

Located in Nashville, TN

Rendered in the most exquisite floral silk, this truly eye-catching 1950's set, comprising of a handbag and matching heels, are the perfect finishing touch to your outfit.

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1950s Vintage 1950S Shoes

Vintage 1950's pink heels watercolour silk floral high heels UK 5 US 7 EU 38
Vintage 1950's pink heels watercolour silk floral high heels UK 5 US 7 EU 38

Vintage 1950's pink heels watercolour silk floral high heels UK 5 US 7 EU 38

Located in Nashville, TN

The most beautiful little pair of shoes you could ever hope to set eyes upon. The delicate shoe encloses the front of the foot in a rounded pointed toe, in a vibrant watercolour pin...

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1950s Vintage 1950S Shoes

A'mano Vintage Chocolate Brown Croc Leather Peep Toe Heels, 1950s
A'mano Vintage Chocolate Brown Croc Leather Peep Toe Heels, 1950s

A'mano Vintage Chocolate Brown Croc Leather Peep Toe Heels, 1950s

Located in Brooklyn, NY

handmade croc leather perfect bombshell peep toe slingback with buckle closure shoes have leather soles 🏷 These shoes are a spectacular piece of mid century fashion history!

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1950s American Vintage 1950S Shoes

Unworn Hand-Painted Persian Toe Flat Thong Sandals - US 9, 1950s
Unworn Hand-Painted Persian Toe Flat Thong Sandals - US 9, 1950s

Unworn Hand-Painted Persian Toe Flat Thong Sandals - US 9, 1950s

By Exotica Footwear

Located in Tucson, AZ

An immaculate pair of vintage gold sandals in a wearable modern size? With a Persian toe?! Yes Virginia, there is a Santa Claus. Gold leather flat thongs with hand-painted triangula...

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1950s Indian Vintage 1950S Shoes

Black Satin Marabou Pouf Boudoir Slipper Peep Toe Wedge Mules – 5 A, 1950s
Black Satin Marabou Pouf Boudoir Slipper Peep Toe Wedge Mules – 5 A, 1950s

Black Satin Marabou Pouf Boudoir Slipper Peep Toe Wedge Mules – 5 A, 1950s

Located in Tucson, AZ

No vamp’s boudoir should be without a marabou mule slipper. Such a shame these were never given their due as they are unworn and untested. Black satin peep toe slipper with marabou ...

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1950s American Vintage 1950S Shoes

New Orange and Yellow Jackson Pollock Splatter Stiletto Heel Pumps – 6, 1950s
New Orange and Yellow Jackson Pollock Splatter Stiletto Heel Pumps – 6, 1950s

New Orange and Yellow Jackson Pollock Splatter Stiletto Heel Pumps – 6, 1950s

Located in Tucson, AZ

A pump worthy of Peggy Guggenheim, these stilettos celebrate the abstract expressionist style of Jackson Pollock and were created during the height of his fame and creativity. Like t...

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1950s American Vintage 1950S Shoes

New 1950s Mackey Starr Size 6N Sorbet Orange Leather Rhinestone Slingback Heels
New 1950s Mackey Starr Size 6N Sorbet Orange Leather Rhinestone Slingback Heels

New 1950s Mackey Starr Size 6N Sorbet Orange Leather Rhinestone Slingback Heels

Located in San Diego, CA

Brand new, never worn 50s vintage MACKEY STARR sorbet orange peep toe slingback high heel shoes! Features rhinestones at the toe. Adjustable sling back strap. Leather sole. Great wit...

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1950s Italian Vintage 1950S Shoes

I Miller Ivory, Pink and Green Peony Vamp Slingback Stiletto Sandals-6.5A, 1950s
I Miller Ivory, Pink and Green Peony Vamp Slingback Stiletto Sandals-6.5A, 1950s

I Miller Ivory, Pink and Green Peony Vamp Slingback Stiletto Sandals-6.5A, 1950s

Located in Tucson, AZ

As if to prove mid-century gals were unafraid of color, these sculpted stilettos mitigate their neutral bone ground with a fully-articulated leather peony in shades of pink and green...

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1950s American Vintage 1950S Shoes

1950s Gaymode Size 8 / 8.5 Chartreuse Green + Gold Silk Brocade 50s High Heels
1950s Gaymode Size 8 / 8.5 Chartreuse Green + Gold Silk Brocade 50s High Heels

1950s Gaymode Size 8 / 8.5 Chartreuse Green + Gold Silk Brocade 50s High Heels

Located in San Diego, CA

Gorgeous 1950s vintage GAYMODE chartreuse green and gold pointed toe high heels! Features a sensible 2.5 inch heels that is great for the entire day / night. Can easily be dressed up...

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1950s Italian Vintage 1950S Shoes

1950's Stitched Leather horse shoe mirror by Jacques Adnet
1950's Stitched Leather horse shoe mirror by Jacques Adnet

1950's Stitched Leather horse shoe mirror by Jacques Adnet

Located in Bois-Colombes, FR

1950's Stitched Leather horse shoe mirror by Jacques Adnet Rare model Great condition Leather horse shoe with bronze nail

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1950s French Vintage 1950S Shoes

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Bronze

1950's Stitched leather Horse shoe lamp By Jacques Adnet
1950's Stitched leather Horse shoe lamp By Jacques Adnet

1950's Stitched leather Horse shoe lamp By Jacques Adnet

By Jacques Adnet

Located in Bois-Colombes, FR

A Rare French Midcentury Modern hand stitched leather horse shoe lamp by Jacques Adnet, circa 1955. Dimensions given without shade / No shade included Adnet had a rare talent for cr...

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1950s French Vintage 1950S Shoes

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Leather

1950s Gustav Bertelsen desk with brass shoes and six drawers
1950s Gustav Bertelsen desk with brass shoes and six drawers

1950s Gustav Bertelsen desk with brass shoes and six drawers

By Gustav Bertelsen

Located in London, GB

1950s Gustav Bertelsen Mahogany desk with brass shoes.

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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1950S Shoes

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Hardwood

Walter Bosse Brass Shoe Horn, around circa 1950s
Walter Bosse Brass Shoe Horn, around circa 1950s

Walter Bosse Brass Shoe Horn, around circa 1950s

By Herta Baller, Walter Bosse

Located in Wien, Au

Walter Bosse Brass Shoe Horn, around circa 1950s Polished and stove enameled

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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950S Shoes

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Brass

Early Gucci Leather and Bamboo Shoe Polish Case with Brush, Italy 1950s
Early Gucci Leather and Bamboo Shoe Polish Case with Brush, Italy 1950s

Early Gucci Leather and Bamboo Shoe Polish Case with Brush, Italy 1950s

By Gucci

Located in Milan, IT

Early Gucci Leather and Bamboo Shoe Polish Case with Brush, Italy 1950s Signed Gucci.

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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950S Shoes

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Leather, Bamboo

1950s Børge Mogensen Rectangular Table, beech frame, solid teak top and shoes
1950s Børge Mogensen Rectangular Table, beech frame, solid teak top and shoes

1950s Børge Mogensen Rectangular Table, beech frame, solid teak top and shoes

By Børge Mogensen

Located in London, GB

1950s Børge Mogensen Rectangular table with beech frame, solid teak top and shoes.

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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1950S Shoes

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Teak, Beech

Rare Surrealist “High Heel Shoe” Tôle Chandelier, 5-Light, France, ca. 1950s
Rare Surrealist “High Heel Shoe” Tôle Chandelier, 5-Light, France, ca. 1950s

Rare Surrealist “High Heel Shoe” Tôle Chandelier, 5-Light, France, ca. 1950s

Located in Antwerp, BE

Rare Surrealist “High Heel Shoe” Tôle Chandelier, 5-Light, France, ca. 1950s Rare and unusual mid-century French tôle chandelier with surrealist flair: each arm is shaped like a wom...

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Mid-20th Century French Hollywood Regency Vintage 1950S Shoes

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Metal

Vintage 1950s Metal Shoe Department Store Mirror Foot and Floor Pick-Up
Vintage 1950s Metal Shoe Department Store Mirror Foot and Floor Pick-Up

Vintage 1950s Metal Shoe Department Store Mirror Foot and Floor Pick-Up

By Raymond Lowey, Globe Wernicke

Located in Hyattsville, MD

Very cool and rare shoe store floor mirror for trying on those kicks in the walk-in closet. Chrome plated frame, steel rear, with handle and stand. Showing much use and wear, but th...

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1950s American Industrial Vintage 1950S Shoes

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Steel

Vintage Brass Etched Aladdin Middle Eastern Slipper Shoe Ashtray Set of 4
Vintage Brass Etched Aladdin Middle Eastern Slipper Shoe Ashtray Set of 4

Vintage Brass Etched Aladdin Middle Eastern Slipper Shoe Ashtray Set of 4

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Aladdin Middle Eastern Moorish Arabian Mughal Islamic pointed shoes, great conversation piece. 1950s Vintage Moroccan shoes Brass Ashtray from the Middle East.

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Mid-20th Century Unknown Islamic Vintage 1950S Shoes

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Metal, Brass

9ct Gold Vintage chain bracelet
9ct Gold Vintage chain bracelet

9ct Gold Vintage chain bracelet

Located in London, GB

9ct Gold Vintage chain bracelet with 9ct Gold shoe charm - Dated 1950s Length 18cm Weight 2.48 grams

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Mid-20th Century British Retro Vintage 1950S Shoes

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Gold, 9k Gold

Woman in Blue
Woman in Blue

Woman in Blue

By Andy Warhol

Located in Toronto, Ontario

In the mid-1950s Warhol became synonymous with shoes after creating a successful campaign for shoe retailer Miller & Sons.

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1950s American Modern Vintage 1950S Shoes

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Ballpoint Pen

Eileen Ford Poses with Models, 1954

Eileen Ford Poses with Models, 1954

By Mark Shaw

Located in New York, NY

All wearing fashionable 1950's dresses, shoes, and jewelry

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1950s Modern Vintage 1950S Shoes

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Giclée

Eileen Ford Poses with Models, 1954

Eileen Ford Poses with Models, 1954

By Mark Shaw

Located in New York, NY

All wearing fashionable 1950's dresses, shoes, and jewelry

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1950s Modern Vintage 1950S Shoes

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Giclée

Eileen Ford Poses with Models, 1954

Eileen Ford Poses with Models, 1954

By Mark Shaw

Located in New York, NY

All wearing fashionable 1950's dresses, shoes and jewelry

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1950s Modern Vintage 1950S Shoes

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Giclée

Eileen Ford Poses with Models, 1954

Eileen Ford Poses with Models, 1954

By Mark Shaw

Located in New York, NY

All wearing fashionable 1950's dresses, shoes, and jewelry

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1950s Modern Vintage 1950S Shoes

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Giclée

Mademoiselle 1950s crocodile babydoll shoes
Mademoiselle 1950s crocodile babydoll shoes

Mademoiselle 1950s crocodile babydoll shoes

Located in San Francisco, CA

1950s brown crocodile shoes by Mademoiselle. Size 8 aaaa. 10 in. long, 3 inch ball.

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1950s Vintage 1950S Shoes

Vintage David Evins 1950s rainbow shoes
Vintage David Evins 1950s rainbow shoes

Vintage David Evins 1950s rainbow shoes

Located in San Francisco, CA

Vintage 50s shoes by shoe genius David Evins. Size 8 AA. 10 inches long. Ball of 3 1/4 inches. Heel of 3.5 inches. Evins started as a fashion illustrator at Vogue magazine. Pink an...

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1950s American Vintage 1950S Shoes

Christian Dior 1950s
Christian Dior 1950s

Christian Dior 1950s

Unavailable|$250

Christian Dior 1950s

By Christian Dior

Located in San Francisco, CA

1950s navy and white shoes by Dior. Size 7 B. 3.5 inch heel, ball of 3 inches. 10 inches long.

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1950s Vintage 1950S Shoes

Henri Flatow Avant Garde Spring O Lator shoes 4 B French Bootier Las Vegas
Henri Flatow Avant Garde Spring O Lator shoes 4 B French Bootier Las Vegas

Henri Flatow Avant Garde Spring O Lator shoes 4 B French Bootier Las Vegas

Located in San Francisco, CA

1950s Spring O Lator shoes by Henri Flatow. From Danny Simmon's French Bootier, the most avant-garde shoe shop in Las Vegas from the 1940s to the 1970s.

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1950s Vintage 1950S Shoes

1950s Men's Butterfly & Daisy Cowboy Boots
1950s Men's Butterfly & Daisy Cowboy Boots

1950s Men's Butterfly & Daisy Cowboy Boots

Located in Bozeman, MT

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1950s American Vintage 1950S Shoes

SPECIAL HOLIDAY PRICE: 1950s  R.Delicata décolleté  in pink satin
SPECIAL HOLIDAY PRICE: 1950s  R.Delicata décolleté  in pink satin

SPECIAL HOLIDAY PRICE: 1950s R.Delicata décolleté in pink satin

Located in Milano, IT

SPECIAL HOLIDAY PRICE: 1950s R.Delicata décolleté in pink satin encrusted with stones and embroidery. Custom made MEASURES: Size USA: 8 Size IT: 38 1/2 Heels: 7 CM Returns are ...

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1950s French Vintage 1950S Shoes

Original 1950s Bally Shoes Advertising Poster Fashion
Original 1950s Bally Shoes Advertising Poster Fashion

Original 1950s Bally Shoes Advertising Poster Fashion

By Pierre Augsburger

Located in Nottingham, Nottinghamshire

Original 1958 advertising poster for bally shoes designed by Pierre Augsburger. Rolled. Measures: H 76 cm x L 51.5 cm.

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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950S Shoes

Materials

Paper

Rhinestone and Black Silk satin Shoe Clips, 1950s
Rhinestone and Black Silk satin Shoe Clips, 1950s

Rhinestone and Black Silk satin Shoe Clips, 1950s

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Presented here you have a pair of magnificent shoe clips from the 1950's in mint condition. They are a silk chiffon ruffling around the edge, surrounded by rhinestones and a black si...

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1950s Vintage 1950S Shoes

1950s Red Metal High Heel Stiletto Shoe Display Pop Art, 5 x available
1950s Red Metal High Heel Stiletto Shoe Display Pop Art, 5 x available

1950s Red Metal High Heel Stiletto Shoe Display Pop Art, 5 x available

Located in Nottingham, Nottinghamshire

1950s Stiletto shoe displays. Red painted steel form designed and manufactured in the United Kingdom.

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1950s British Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950S Shoes

Materials

Steel

Daybed Cognac Leather
Daybed Cognac Leather

Daybed Cognac Leather

Unavailable|$4,095

Daybed Cognac Leather

Located in Paris, FR

Beautiful daybed upholstered in cognac colored deep buttoned leather on stained beech legs with brass shoes. 1950s Danish design.

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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1950S Shoes

Materials

Brass

Carl Auböck II Vintage 1950s Shoe Horn
Carl Auböck II Vintage 1950s Shoe Horn

Carl Auböck II Vintage 1950s Shoe Horn

By Werkstätte Carl Auböck

Located in London, GB

A vintage leather and brass shoe horn designed and made by Carl Auböck II, Vienna, circa 1950. The leather is colored in scarlet red and is in overall good condition, with minor los...

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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950S Shoes

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Brass

Schiaparelli Glossy Red Leather Heels, Size 8, 1950's
Schiaparelli Glossy Red Leather Heels, Size 8, 1950's

Schiaparelli Glossy Red Leather Heels, Size 8, 1950's

By Schiaparelli

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This is a pair of red glossy leather heels by Schiaparelli, from the 1950's. The heels are a size 8, 4" heel, and a base width of 3 1/4", with an adjustable strap at the ankle.
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1950s Vintage 1950S Shoes

Ravne Black Silk Pumps with Rhinestone, Circa 1950's
Ravne Black Silk Pumps with Rhinestone, Circa 1950's

Ravne Black Silk Pumps with Rhinestone, Circa 1950's

Located in Los Angeles, CA

These black silk pumps by RAVNE, have a beautiful rhinestone detail with shapely folds over the toe. They are a size 8.5.
Measurements:
Size: 8.5
Heel: 3.5
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1950s Vintage 1950S Shoes

Late 1950's Roger Vivier for Christian Dior Beige Leather Pumps
Late 1950's Roger Vivier for Christian Dior Beige Leather Pumps

Late 1950's Roger Vivier for Christian Dior Beige Leather Pumps

By Roger Vivier for Christian Dior

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Timeless elegance meets mid-century allure in these exquisite late 1950's Christian Dior pumps, crafted in collaboration by legendary shoe designer Roger Vivier.

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1950s British Vintage 1950S Shoes

Late 1950's Roger Vivier for Christian Dior Black Suede Pumps
Late 1950's Roger Vivier for Christian Dior Black Suede Pumps

Late 1950's Roger Vivier for Christian Dior Black Suede Pumps

By Roger Vivier for Christian Dior

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Late 1950's Christian Dior pumps, crafted in collaboration by legendary shoe designer Roger Vivier.

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1950s British Vintage 1950S Shoes

"Tuxedo" Satin 1950's Evening Pump w/ Bow in Burnt Orange
"Tuxedo" Satin 1950's Evening Pump w/ Bow in Burnt Orange

"Tuxedo" Satin 1950's Evening Pump w/ Bow in Burnt Orange

By Herbert Levine

Located in Gresham, OR

Fantastic Herbert Levine "Tuxedo" evening pump in burnt orange silk satin is embellished with an extravagant bow. The style is pictured on the cover of Helene Verin's book titled "B...

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1950s American Vintage 1950S Shoes

Italian shoe cabinet in walnut and brass 1950s
Italian shoe cabinet in walnut and brass 1950s

Italian shoe cabinet in walnut and brass 1950s

By Ico Parisi, Gio Ponti

Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant

Embrace the timeless appearance of this 1950s shoe cabinet, and elevate your home with its combination of functionality and aesthetics.

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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950S Shoes

Materials

Brass

1950s Gold Wingtip Stilettos
1950s Gold Wingtip Stilettos

1950s Gold Wingtip Stilettos

Located in New York, NY

Sometimes a full gold shoe can be too much, and who wants a boring black pump?Here the designer has found the most gorgeous solution. Additionally the shine of the gold is set agains...

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1950s Vintage 1950S Shoes

c. 1950's Clown Shoes
c. 1950's Clown Shoes

c. 1950's Clown Shoes

Located in Santa Monica, CA

An amazing pair of c. 1950's clown shoes with several layers of original white paint and rainbow laces from the 1970's.

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1950s American Vintage 1950S Shoes

Materials

Leather

1950's, English Industrial Shoe Rack
1950's, English Industrial Shoe Rack

1950's, English Industrial Shoe Rack

Located in Hook, Hampshire

1950’s English Industrial shoe rack 1950’s English Industrial shoe rack.

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1950s British Vintage 1950S Shoes

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Wood

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Vintage 1950S Shoes For Sale on 1stDibs

Browse a vast assortment of vintage 1950s shoes for sale on 1stDibs. For vintage 1950s shoes, Black is a pretty popular color, but we also have Brown, Beige, Gray and more in stock now. The ideal items for you are waiting among the distinctive accessories we have available, which include versions made as long ago as the 20th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 20th Century. There have been many classic iterations of vintage 1950s shoes over the years, but those made by Herbert Levine, Christian Dior and Roger Vivier are often thought to be among the most stylish. Finding accessories for sale for women should be easy, but there are 17 pieces available to browse for men as well as unisex, too.

How Much are Vintage 1950S Shoes?

The prices for vintage 1950s shoes start at $44 and top out at $95,000 with these items, on average, selling for $425.
Questions About Vintage 1950S Shoes
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    A vintage shoe refers to various footwear styles that were commonly worn decades ago. Shoes that are deemed vintage are at least 20 years old, and “vintage-style shoes” are inspired by styles that originated at least two decades ago or longer. Also referred to as retro shoes, today’s vintage-style shoes are often reproduced in mass quantities. Find a collection of authentic vintage shoes and other footwear on 1stDibs.
  • 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023
    Some popular watches for men during the 1950s were the Rolex Submariner, the Enicar Sherpa Dive, the Breitling Navitimer, Omega, Constellation and the Rolex GMT-Master. Rolex, Timex, Orvin, Tower and Elgin were among the top watchmakers for women during the decade. On 1stDibs, find a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024
    The clothing style in the 1950s was well tailored and classic. For women, dresses with padded busts, cinched waists and hips, and full circle skirts were popular, and the collared button-up shirt dress came into fashion during the decade. Men tended to wear suits in neutral gray, dark blue and brown colors made out of easy-to-care-for synthetic fabrics. Straight-cut double-breasted blazers were commonly worn for casual occasions. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of vintage clothing from the 1950s.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes. While the gem has always been a mainstay in jewelry, there was a boom in demand for pearl pieces in the 1950s. The style at the time was black-and-white-chic, and pearls were an excellent accompaniment to pieces like the classic little black dress. Shop a collection of expertly vetted pearl jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
    1950s furniture is called vintage furniture. Some pieces produced during this period may be considered mid-century modern based on their characteristics. Mid-century modern design refers to the variety of modernism that rose to prominence in the 1940s and ’50s. It displays many of the characteristics of the earlier versions of modernism, including simple forms and a focus on functionality. Other traits common in mid-century modern furniture include unadorned silhouettes, clean lines and mixed materials, emphasizing wood, wool, steel and plastic. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of 1950s furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023
    In the 1950s, a Chanel bag was priced between $200 and $300. The iconic Chanel 2.55 bag cost $220 when first introduced in February 1955. Accounting for inflation, that works out to around $2,536 in today's money. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of Chanel bags from some of the world's top boutiques.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023
    There were a few popular diamond cuts in the 1950s. One was the brilliant round cut, which is still common today due to its simple shape and prominent sparkle. Other favorite cuts of the decade included the Asscher cut, the emerald cut and the marquise cut. On 1stDibs, explore a large selection of engagement rings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
    The best-known 1950s furniture style is called mid-century modern. Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three phrases that describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style emerged primarily in the years following World War II through creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Mid-century modern designers combined natural and human-made materials, such as teak, rosewood and oak woods as well as steel, fiberglass and molded plywood. Some well-known mid-century modern designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia, Isamu Noguchi and George Nelson. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of mid-century modern furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023
    In the 1950s, several diamond cuts were popular. They included the brilliant round cut, the Asscher cut, the emerald cut and the marquise cut. Rings that featured a large central stone flanked by smaller baguettes were also trendy during the decade. Find a collection of vintage diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 27, 2025
    Frank Stella is the artist who became famous for his series of black paintings in the late 1950s and early 1960s. These works featured bands of black paint separated by thin, precise stripes of bare canvas. At a time when contemporary painting was all about wild gestures, thick paint and formal abandon, the “Black Paintings” created a sensation. Explore a range of Frank Stella art on 1stDibs.