Step into History
Cheri is a cherry brick red. It is a tie shoe and will go from 17th century to almost the 19th century. It has a curved heel and is made of soft leather. This is made on a modern left and right last. Sizes are 5 to 12 in widths of B, C, and D.
This 4 hole decorative button is a secure way to have strong and pretty closure. Size of button 160, the Lover’s Knot, is 5/8″.
Two sizes for this pretty button. The floral pattern has openings so that whatever color you are wearing it will show through. 157 is the smaller of the two at only 5/8″. Some have earring made from these.
Matching larger button is 158 L.
The Thistle is a favorite for everyone. We have three sizes. 182 is the largest, useful for most any task. It is 1-1/8″ and fits Cloaks, great coats straps for bags.
Brogans are also called Jefferson Bootees. The Army used the term “Jefferson”. The reason goes back to Thomas Jefferson: During the French Revolution, large, fancy shoe buckles were considered the mark of the Aristocrats. Shortly, wearing any shoe buckles at … Read More
Debbie is made of supple leather with a moderate 1-3/4″ squash heel. It has a steel shank for strength. This shoe is made for those that need a roomier toe, and a wider shoe. It is a lined shoe and can be worn with a buckle or ties. This is a look a like for the Leslie, but in women’s sizing.
Sally an everyday Green ribbon shoe for Colonial dress. sizes 5 to 12
The Stovepipe is close to all around or common boot. It comes high on the leg, almost to the knee. The leg is wider so the trousers can be tucked in them. It is a two piece pattern with 1 1/4″ stacked heel. It has inside pull tabs to make it easier to pull on.
Anna A comfortable heeled colonial shoe is a crooked shoe (left/right) model designed to be worn without buckles. She is designed to be worn with a ribbon tie or a rosette that will match your outfit. The heel is 2 inches. Steel shank, black supple leather.
Connie has a 1-3/4 inch heel, made for a buckle but can be tied. Natural rough-out leather. Straight last shoe.
Available in sizes 6B to 10C in whole and half sizes. $ 129.50
The Concord is a Colonial unlined full-grain all leather shoe. It is natural leather, easy to dye, It has a low heel and 1 1//4″ latchets for buckles. This would be the common man’s shoe.
1758 Ligonier is a straight last shoe. Military or Civilian use. It is an all leather, low heel, short tongue and fit for either a buckle or you can set for ties.
Available in rough out or smooth finish. Short tongue, round toe, (square toes disappeared in 1735) 1¼ inch latchets. .
Red Headed Hannah –
Beautiful shoes! (Run narrow)
Love these shoes! Brick red color. Run narrow - had to go up a width; other than that they are perfect!
Red Headed Hannah –
Beautiful shoes! (Run narrow)
These shoes are beautiful. The color is a lovely brick red and they are made from a wonderful soft leather. I did find they ran a bit narrow - I needed to exchange them for a wider width. They are perfect for my middle class portrayal - fancier than lower class/refuge but not over the top.