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Pair of Deck Shoes

1981-1982 (made)
Artist/Maker
Place of origin

The so-called 'deck shoe' started out as useful sailing footwear. Its informal style, ridged soles and lightweight design made it useful for slippery conditions. In 1980s America the shoe moved away from the boat-deck to the university campus to become a preppie wardrobe staple. Traditionally made from natural leather, the deck shoe evolved to include a variety of hues. This version in patriotic red, navy and white is a colourful update of a conservative, practical design.

Object details

Categories
Object type
Parts
This object consists of 2 parts.

  • Deck Shoe
  • Deck Shoe
Materials and techniques
Leather
Brief description
Pair of deck shoes, leather, Sebago, United States, 1981-82.
Physical description
Red leather with navy trim and white lacing. The shoes are finished with white contrast stitching.
Dimensions
  • Length: 11.5cm
  • At widest point width: 9.5cm
Production typeMass produced
Marks and inscriptions
  • 'Sebago / Docksides / Made in USA' (Label on inside sole)
  • Transliteration
Credit line
Given by Adrian Sassoon
Object history
Registered File number 1993/571.
Summary
The so-called 'deck shoe' started out as useful sailing footwear. Its informal style, ridged soles and lightweight design made it useful for slippery conditions. In 1980s America the shoe moved away from the boat-deck to the university campus to become a preppie wardrobe staple. Traditionally made from natural leather, the deck shoe evolved to include a variety of hues. This version in patriotic red, navy and white is a colourful update of a conservative, practical design.
Collection
Accession number
T.342:1, 2-1993

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Record createdJune 24, 2009
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