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Not currently on display at the V&A

Pair of Shoes

ca. 1955 (made)
Artist/Maker
Place of origin

After the Second World War, although rationing continued until 1952, a release from some design restrictions led to the re-introduction of feminine pre-war shoe styles, such as the peep-toe and a higher heel. These shoes, with their multicoloured suede, peep-toe and high-heel, represent this return to pre-war style. Sandals such as these were popular for summer wear.


Object details

Categories
Object type
Parts
This object consists of 2 parts.

  • Shoe
  • Shoe
Materials and techniques
Suede
Brief description
F, pair of shoes, multicoloured suede with heel, Rayne, 1950s, Britain
Physical description
Yellow, pink, green and blue multicoloured suede shoe with heel. Ankle strap and open toe.
Dimensions
  • Length: 25.5cm
  • Toes width: 6cm
Marks and inscriptions
  • 'By Appointment' / 'To H.M. The Queen' / 'Shoemaker' / 'M&M Rayne Ltd.'
  • 'Rayne'
Credit line
Given by Mrs Rosemary Wreford
Summary
After the Second World War, although rationing continued until 1952, a release from some design restrictions led to the re-introduction of feminine pre-war shoe styles, such as the peep-toe and a higher heel. These shoes, with their multicoloured suede, peep-toe and high-heel, represent this return to pre-war style. Sandals such as these were popular for summer wear.
Collection
Accession number
T.138:1, 2-2009

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Record createdAugust 6, 2009
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