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Black suede platform shoe with red rose and high chunky heel
evening shoes
Black suede platform shoe with red rose and high chunky heel
Evening shoes
Brand (British, founded 1967)
c.1968
Suede
Gift of Jane Holzer
Object number80.181.34
Platform shoes were introduced during the late 1930s, and gradually rose in both height and popularity over the next decade. During the early 1970s, platforms again became fashionable. They were often worn with clothing inspired by the 1930s and 1940s.
DescriptionRose shoes of black suede d'Orsay cut with platform sole, V cut open toe, ankle strap, high chunky heel and large red orange suede rose at side vamp
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