Soled Collection

Advert for Dri-ped soled footwear, 1925 Date: 1925

Nobleman in his Habit of State wears a tunic with slit to the skirt & magyar sleeves, a mantle with jewelled clasp, criss-cross leg bandages over soled-hose & a stalked beret. Date: 13th century

Italian Costume 1380
Italian costume: garments worn with armour include parti- coloured soled hose, gipon or doublet, tight-fitting garment without sleeves or with short raglan sleeves & buckles. Date: 1380

German Costume of 1400
Ornately patterned, short, sleeveless super-tunics worn over doublets & chain-mail. Footwear: buskins or soled hose. Headdress: hoods or caps. NB: pouch & cloak with brooch. Date: 1400

Prince, Noble, Page C14
Prince: gipon (doublet), soled & piked hose, knightly-girdle, dagged mantle. Noble: shoulder cape, hood & cloak. Page: wide short sleeveless tunic with side vents, funnel sleeves. Date: 14th century

Italian Costumes 1488-90
Italian costume. Woman: bold striped gown, the sleeves decorated with ribbon bows, hair worn in a long plait. Men: fur -trimmed tabard or huke, soled hose. Date: 1488 - 1490

Advert for Forbec footwear sole & heel inserts 1912
Forbec footwear brand, that inserts into your sole and heel to make different grips for sporting activities. 1912

Advert for Lillywhites sports shoes for men and women 1937
Shoes specially designed for sports at Lillywhites. 1937

Street Fashion
June 1973: A couple in the street, he is wearing thick soled shoes, dungarees and t-shirt. She wears high heeled platform shoes, trousers with turn-ups

Brevitt Bounder Shoes
A flat soled shoe called the Brevitt Bounder with buckle and strap detail

Fishing Scene / 1555
Two men haul in a net full of fish, from ice-capped waters judging by their spike-soled footwear and warm winter clothing

Model in Shorts 1940
Young model wears white linen shorts and a striped, short- sleeved, double-breasted linen jacket. She also wears a pair of thick soled shoes laced up with cord

Coronation Habit C13Th
King in his Coronation Habit: long, highly ornate tunic with magyar sleeves worn with a buckled girdle, green mantle with decorative lining & soled hose

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"Soled through the Ages: A Journey of Fashion and Function" Step into a time machine as we explore the fascinating evolution of footwear soles. From Italian Costume in 1380 to Street Fashion in modern times, shoes have not only protected our feet but also made bold fashion statements. In the German Costume of 1400, sturdy leather soles were essential for navigating cobblestone streets. Fast forward to 1925, an advert for Dri-ped soled footwear highlights the importance of comfort and durability during long walks or busy days. Even noblemen embraced fashionable soles. A Nobleman in his Habit of State dons a tunic with magyar sleeves and a skirt slit revealing his stylish yet functional footwear. Meanwhile, Prince, Noble, Page C14 showcases how even those in high society valued comfortable shoe options. Fashionistas from different eras had their fair share of sole choices too. Italian Costumes from 1488-90 display exquisite craftsmanship with intricately designed shoe bottoms that complemented lavish ensembles. Advertisements for Forbec footwear sole & heel inserts in 1912 prove that even then people sought ways to enhance their shoe comfort without compromising style. Sports enthusiasts were not left behind either. In Lillywhites' sports shoes advert from 1937, men and women alike could find trendy athletic footwear suitable for any activity. Brevitt Bounder Shoes catered to individuals seeking both elegance and practicality on city streets. Not just limited to urban settings, fishing scenes from 1555 reveal specialized boots with rugged soles perfect for gripping slippery surfaces while casting lines into tranquil waters. As time progressed towards more casual attire, models sporting shorts in the year 1940 showcased how versatile shoes became integral parts of everyday outfits - combining functionality with effortless style. From ancient costumes to contemporary street fashion trends – one thing remains constant: Soled shoes have always been an indispensable element bridging the gap between fashion and function.