Boots
Brand
Valentino Boutique
(Italian, founded 1969)
Designer
Valentino
(born 1932)
c. 1970
Satin
Gift of Ruth Ford
Object number86.136.27
Boots were an important trend in youth fashions of the 1960s and early 1970s; their dominance was directly correlated with the popularity of the mini-skirt and the general emphasis on the leg. These knee-high, purple satin boots anticipate glam rock styles with their bold color and shiny fabric.
DescriptionPurple satin knee high boots, 5 cm heel; square toe; stitched spiral design on vamp; center back zipperCollections
Exhibitions