Boots
Brand
J & J Slater
(American)
c. 1914
Silk satin
Gift of Frank Smith Collection
Object number2008.84.16
Named for their association with the dance, tango boots were characterized by ribbon laces that revealed the fashionable sheer hosiery beneath. The laced fastenings of these boots created a tight fit that would outline the wearer’s slender ankle.
DescriptionBlack silk satin ankle tango boots with crisscrossing silk satin ribbon laces at front closure, calf height, scalloped front opening with embroidered eyelet at each tab for laces and slightly rounded pointed toe with sharp center crease with sharply curved heel or Louis heelExhibitions