1980s
Vintage jelly shoes were THE footwear for summer in the ’80s & ’90s
In the summer of the ’80s and ’90s, jelly shoes were the fad footwear. The popular jellies are made of plastic and came in vibrant, translucent colors.
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1960s
These shoes were made for walkin’: Retro ’60s shoes for women from the 1968 Wards catalog
Some of the most stylish retro ’60s shoes for women had bows, flowers, rhinestones, buckles, straps and ruffles. And don’t forget the broad, chunky heels!
1980s
Stylish ’80s shoes for men from the 1983 JC Penney catalog
What were the hottest shoes for men from the 1983 JC Penney catalog? Guys were swapping traditional shoes for either running shoes or casual shoes with the lightweight and cushiony comfort of a running shoe.
1970s
Late ’70s fashion: Women’s shoes from the 1979 Sears catalog
Bright colors, sculpted heels, fisherman sandals and platform shoes were trending in the ’70s. Here, see lots of women’s shoes from the 1979 Sears catalog!
1980s
Trendy ’80s women’s shoes from the 1983 JC Penney catalog
Looking for some fancy retro footwear? Women of the ’80s could select from spike heels, wedge heels, “flats,” pumps, penny loafers, moccasins and boat shoes, just to name a few women’s shoes from the 1983 JC Penney catalog.
1960s
Clothes and gifts for men and boys in the M Shwartz & Co. 1968 catalog
See inside this vintage catalog of gifts for men and boys from M Shwartz & Co. 1968 — menswear, shirts, ties, jackets, pants, sweaters, shoes, slippers and gloves — and more.
1970s
Foxy fashions and affordable accessories for her from 1972
Pick-me-ups under $10 Add a little magic to a familiar sunny-day wardrobe — new snap, new shine — to lift the spirits without lightening the
1930s
Fancy feet: Stylish shoes for women are big business (1938)
Most women’s shoe styles originate in Europe. Top-notch U.S. designers adapt European styles to U.S. taste. New designs sell first in the highest price brackets, from $16 up.
1960s
Cosmic clothes! Out of this world outfits from 1966
Fashion Free Fall Not light years away, but right now, this summer, a chance to soar off into a new fashion orbit, wearing the kinds
1960s
Think pink! Stylish dresses and other pink clothing for her from 1961
Pink is a morning, noon and night color — it can be beguiling or sophisticated. Look for pink accessories as a complement to or to contrast with your favorite summer dress.
1960s
How to make a ‘Lazy Susan’ wardrobe closet for your bedroom (1961)
Make a ‘Lazy Susan’ wardrobe Four-season wardrobe selection at the touch of a finger Separate your wardrobe by season . . . by formal and
1900s
Up close: Antique leather lace-up boots from the Edwardian Era
It’s one thing to see drawings of vintage boots in old catalogs, but quite another to look at a pair that has survived a hundred years!
1940s
Stylish vintage women’s shoes from 1940
Air Step: The shoe with the magic sole Dora wants new-fashioned style – Cora wants old-fashioned comfort. You get both in Air Step: The shoe with the
1920s
Tweedie boot-tops for graceful ankles (1921)
Tweedie boot-tops For graceful ankles — and those who wish their ankles to appear so, Tweedies impart a tailor-clad trimness, an unmistakable air of distinctive
1920s
Stylishly smart women’s shoes from 1925
A very attractive combination that is unusually appealing to women of exquisite taste. Built over the new French last, which is the most popular in women’s footwear.
1920s
Go window shopping in Washington DC in the 1920s
J C Harding & Co, Inc. electrical goods “Housecleaning made easy” – appliances, radio, vacuums Shoe store (1925) Display of Dr Scholl’s shoes and
1980s
Levi’s 505 jeans cut for women (1985)
Who’s got the best fitting jeans in these parts? Levi’s 505 preshrunk, zipper-fly jeans feel comfortable right down layout toe parts, thanks to a fit
1970s
Keds Grasshoppers: Bounciest, liveliest shoes afoot (1974)
Grasshoppers love going to the beach. Keds Grasshoppers. The bounciest, liveliest shoes afoot. Grasshoppers love picnics. Grasshoppers love to dance.
1960s
Daniel Green oriental brocade ballet flats (1963-1964)
Bangkok… holiday decoration afoot Oriental brocade lined with satin. In black, Heaven blue, Ming blue, pink, red and white with gold. AA and B widths.
1980s
Boots for women: Glistening colors & accordion styles (1982)
For every occasion, leathers to boot. $32 to $68 Want a change of pace? Add a little lustre to your life! Our Sugar Babies boots
1970s
Famolare shoes: The shape of fashion (1978)
The fashioning of shape The shape of fashion All across the country, this shoe is becoming a dynamic symbol of the way Americans like to
1950s
High-top Keds sneakers for healthful, manly sports (1951)
Coach Frank Leahy says, “Win in Keds!” “If any fast game and for all sports, you’ll do better for your team, and have more fun,
1960s
Cobbies: The smartest little T-strap shoes for summer (1964)
A little light luxury, please Yes, indeed… Cobbies give it to you in the smartest little T-strap ever to sift a summer breeze. Airy, light
1970s
Chris Evert shoes by Converse (1977)
How do you step into your backhand so nicely, Chris? Chris Evert steps in Chris Evert shoes by Converse, the shoes of the stars. Chris
1980s
Totally ’80s: Loafers & patterned knee socks (1982)
You can’t stand on good looks alone. Clarks Casuals. In a class by themselves. Superb comfort and classic good looks put Clarks Casuals in a
1910s
Vintage & retro-style shoes you can get now
Vintage shoe styles for women The shoes featured above: 1. Bordello by Pleaser Women’s Flora Boot 2. Eric Michael Esme Boot 3. Frye Women’s Miranda
1980s
Converse sports shoes (1980-1989)
Converse baseball Base Stealers (1980) It got locked up for stealing Familiar birds of North America (1982) The American Flamingo The Ring Billed Gull The
1980s
50 shoes for under $50 (1982)
50 spring shoes for under $50 We’ve collected the prettiest, the brightest, the newest looks at the lowest prices — starting at just $20! 50
1920s
The new King Tut sandal (1923)
Get your sandals — fit for a Pharaoh! The Tut Sandal, named after the famous king Tutankhamen, is the latest in feminine footwear. Mary Potter
1800s
Choosing well-fitting shoes (1895)
Selecting footgear Dangers attending the use of bad-fitting shoes Too much attention cannot well be given to the footwear of young girls, since much of
1900s
Women’s shoes at Macy’s (1909)
12 shoe styles Here’s a Macy’s ad (R.H. Macy N.Y.) for 12 different styles of shoes that were new and fashionable in 1909. The shoes
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