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1756
High heels were a must for women during this time. Heels were worn to go along with over the top gowns, rich brocades, embroidered silks, and painted leathers. Most heels were decorated with large buckles and a metallic braid that could be transferred from one shoe to another. -
1790
During the 1700s, men wore durable shoes. They're shoes were usually black with a medium heel, pointed and displayed a big shiny gold or silver buckle. -
1804
Heels were no longer included in women's shoes which meant no more discomfort and no more squashing toes into turned up points. Women's shoes were now more like slippers. They were made from soft materials and came in romantic pastel colors. -
1830
Women wore over sized gowns which meant their shoes were never really seen which is why women started wearing the English boot. The English boot was made from hard material with luminous colors and intricate designs. Slippers and clogs were only worn on special occasions. -
1900
Women who weren't high up in class wore boots under their dresses because they could not afford other shoes. Since sewing machines were around at this time, boots were made with different types of fmaterials instead of only hard material. -
1900
Women who were wealthy wore handmade silk shoes with pointed toes and a two or three inch heel. They were decorated with shiny buckles and bows that matched their gown. -
1900
Men kept they're style of laced up boots. The only thing that really changed were the colors. It was now appropriate for men to wear grey and brown rather than only black. -
1914
During this time, it was appropriate for women to wear boots during the daytime and Louis heel in the evenings. The boots were mostly a pastel color and were handmade. -
1915
Spats were the most fashionable shoes for men at the time. They were mostly worn for formal dress. Spats were made from leather with a small heel. -
1917
In 1917, the first sneaker was developed. These rubber soled shoes were known as Keds.
They were called sneakers because the rubber sole didn't make noise when you walked so you could literally "sneak" up on people! -
1918
Narrow feet was a sign of good breeding and gentility during this time. Both men and women wore a size or more too small. Some women even went as far as to have their toes removed for maximum narrow-ability. Louis heels were often made with embroidery or metallic thread and glass. -
1920
In the 1920s, heels were lighter and had a finer pointed toe. They also had the addition of straps. The t-straps were the most used. -
1920
Men wore two toned shoes known as Oxfords. They usually came in white and tan or white and black. Oxfords were made with black patent-leather. -
1930
in 1930, men still wore two toned shoes. Black, brown and tan Fred Astaire shoes were the only colors that men used. Boots were no longer around unless you were a laborer . -
1936
In 1936, there were a variety of shoe options available but the heeled pump was the most used. The heeled pump was usually round toed with thick heels, some had ankle straps and others were lace up. -
1940
Reptile skinned shoes and mesh were the most successful substitutes for leather used on women's shoes. The US rationing regulated heel height and only allowed heels to be one inch. These heels were known as Wedgies. -
1950
The stiletto! The stiletto was first introduced in 1950 by Charles Jourdan. Thick heels were no longer in style. Stilettos were light, v-shaped, curved vamps that came in all colors to go with every outfit. -
1950
Men wore conservative shoes to go with their outfits. All white buck shoes were most appropriate for a man's attire. -
1960
Winkle pickers were the shoes that every man wore. They were ankle boots with a square Cuban heal. These boots were also known as Beatle boots because members of the Beatles wore them. -
1960
Gogo boots were a must have. They were boots made with loose plastic or plain leather and came in every height imaginable. Conservative women stuck with stilettos an slip on shoes. -
1970
The disco era. Women wore high heels, flats, wedges, clogs, stilettos, and lets not forget, platforms! Platforms were the in style and must have shoes at this time. -
1990
During the 90s, it was now appropriate for women to wear all types of shoes. Both men and women wore sneakers such as Nike, New Balance, Sketchers, Doc Martons, an more. Women especially wore jelly shoes. -
2000
In the early 2000s, many 90s shoes were still around. Platform sandals and sneakers were the shoes that almost everyone wore. New Balance, Nike and Keds were the most used sneakers. Heelys were also a big thing during this time. -
2010
In 2010, flats, heels and sneakers were the most used styles. Women especially wore reptile skin flats and heels. Men wore sneakers and conservative shoes for the most part. -
2016
Right now the biggest shoe trend for most women are lace up shoes. Whether they're heels, sandals or flats, lace ups are in. Nike and Adidas are also a must have for both men and women.
