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Vintage Dancer | 1940s Fashion | 1940s Men’s Shoes: Men’s Vintage Shoe History

1940s Men’s Shoes: Men’s Vintage Shoe History

1940s Fashion History· Mens Fashions History

25 Mar 2014
1920s mens shoe fashion

1940s Men’s Shoes 

From the 1920s to the 1950s, men’s shoes had an overall similar style and color palette. Lace up dress shoes were the most practical, while boots were worn for work, sneakers for sports, sandals in the summer, and loafers for at home.  The choice of colors were brown, black, white, or a two tone combination of these colors. What marks each vintage fashion decade different from the next is in the details.

For men’s shoes in the 1940s, the style was stuck between the ornamented 1930s men’s shoes and the colorful 1950s men’s shoes. Sturdy but elegant dress shoes or casual yet stylish leisure shoes, men’s 1940s shoes have their place in men’s fashion history. 

1940s mens shoes history

Check out those two-tone shoes!

Shoes During the War — 1940s Shoe History

1940s men’s fashion in the early years was directly affected by WWII. Because leather was in such short supply for civilians, men’s shoes were very expensive to purchase. A single pair of leather Oxfords could use up half a family’s ration stamp for an entire month. Unlike women’s shoes, men were not fond of shoes made from reptile skins or synthetic materials, although vintage men’s shoes can be found in them.  The only non-leather shoes they accepted were fabric Oxfords made of cotton canvas in either brown or grey.

Fabric shoes were not rationed and not very expensive, but they did not last long either.

1940s mens fabric shoes

Fabric Shoes were Not Rationed

 

Other experiments to cheapen men’s shoes included the use of wood soles. They could not withstand the elements very well, nor were they comfortable. After the war, most leather Oxfords were fashioned with rubber soles that were easy for a cobbler to re-sole. This made shoes last longer and worth the extra cost. A single pair of well-made Oxfords, even with leather soles replaced yearly, could last the duration of the war.

As much as possible, men continued to wear shoes from the 1930s.

1940 men's shoes
1940 men’s shoes
1941 men's shoes
1941 men’s shoes

1940s Men’s Oxford Shoes

The most common 1940s shoes for men were  lace up dress shoes, also known as Oxfords.  These shoes became common starting in the 1900s, and have remained popular dress shoes for men today. What makes them unique to the 1940s is the material, heel, and top stitch detailing.

1942 business dress oxfords

1942 business dress oxfords: cap toe, wingtip, cape toe and moc top

Overall, men’s shoes in the 1940s appeared chunky or heavy with thick stacked heels, thick soles, wide toes, and top stitching details with heavy thread. Formal dressy shoes often had a pointed toe. By the later years, the new boxy square toe was making waves in 1940s men’s fashion. The wide shoes balanced out men’s wide suits, too.

1944 men's leather oxford shoes- smooth with minimal decoration

1944 men’s leather oxfords- smooth with minimal decoration

Men’s shoes had to be durable. With the war in the early ’40s limiting leather, men’s shoes had to stand up to daily wear for years. Even after the war, leather supplies took a long time to recuperate. While women’s shoes featured non-leather materials, men’s shoes were nearly all made of leather or suede, making them an expensive purchase for the average man.

1942 mens shoes: oxfords with some detail

1942 oxfords with some detail stitched into the body.  L and N are moc tops.  K and P are faux wingtips.

The lace up Oxford was very popular in shades of a medium brown called mellow brown, often called saddle brown today. The milk chocolate brown tone is one of the few distinctions of men’s shoes from the ’30s and ’50s. Matte black and dark brown Oxfords were alternatives to the standard mellow brown. White Oxfords graced the feet of men in the summer months and were considered an upper class luxury. By the end of the decade, new colors such as grey or dark blue were being featured in men’s fashion magazines.

1946 moc toe shoes

1946 moc toe shoes

Moccasins tops with or without two to four eyelet laces were one common variation.  Toes were outlined in crimped leather, just like moccasin slippers. Casual moc-toes had insides that were lined in comfortable wool felt fabrics for winter or cotton for summer. Dressy moc-toes did not have lining.

1944 woven or perforated breathable summer shoe

1944 woven or perforated breathable summer shoes

The woven Oxford was the best shoe for summer. The weave patterns could be quite elaborate all over the shoe body or in sections. Basket weave (criss-cross) was the fanciest weave. Cheaper versions just had perforated holes around the body. One catalog advertised them as “air conditioning for your feet.”

1949 woven leather shoes

1949 woven leather shoes

Decorative details were more minimalist than they were in the prior two decades. Small holes, called brogue, that were prevalent on 1930s shoes were nearly extinct by the mid-1940s. Top stitching around the tongue and heel dressed up very plain shoes, while broguing on toe caps or wingtips made for dressier footwear. Instead of wingtips being made by placing a second piece of leather over the body, the wingtip design was brogued or stitched onto the body to conserve materials.

1941 brogue perforated shoes mens

1941 brogue perforated shoes

Around 1947-1948, shoes elaborated again with more details, layers of leather, color combinations, new fabrics, and new styles.  Comparing men’s early shoes and the late ’40s shoes, you can clearly see a progression back to more ornate designs. The same trend was happening with 1940 attire for men, too.

1940s Men’s Two Tone Shoes

Today, the favorite shoe of the 1940s for re-enactors, swing dancers and theatrical costumers is the two-tone shoe. Nothing screams vintage quite like black and white or brown and white men’s shoes.

1947 mens two tone shoes

1947 men’s two tone shoes- saddle, wingtip, brogue, moc

In the ’40s, all variations and styles of men’s shoes came in two-tone combinations. Basic lace up Oxfords, fancy wingtips, slip-on loafers, and occasionally boots all came in brown and white designs. The ’30s two-tone shoe was a swirl of pattern, while the ’40s and ’50s two-tone shoes featured large blocks of light on dark.

1940s mens shoes

1940s Men’s Two-Tone Shoes (1947)- cap toe, wingtip, cap tie, moc

Brown and white was the most casual style of two tone shoes. They could either be a medium saddle brown or slightly darker milk chocolate brown. The photo below also shows a tan brown that came out in the late 1940s.

1947 tan and brown two tone shoes mens

1947 tan and brown two tone shoes

Black and grey was also a new combination in the later years. Black and white shoes were usually worn only by teens and youth. Black and white movies give us the illusion that men were wearing black and white shoes in the 1940s, when in reality they were brown and white. 

In the 1920s, they were only worn for sporty occasions, but by the mid-’30s and into the 1940s, two-tone shoes were acceptable to wear with suits. A man who wore two-tone shoes took pride in keeping them looking smart. A bottle of white shoe polish traveled with him everywhere.

1940s men's summer shoes- 1948 Two tone oxford and woven oxford- two newer looks in the late '40s

1948 Two tone casual Oxford and woven Oxford shoes

1940s Men’s Saddle Shoe

When I think of saddle shoes, I think of the 1950s teens wearing black and white Oxfords to school. I was surprised to find men’s saddle shoes appearing in the 1940s, and even as early as the 1920s. The distinctive brown ‘saddle’ center on white a body with brown soles and white laces give a very vintage look to men’s shoes. In the later years, a black saddle on grey or blue bodies became popular, as well as black and white. They are an icon of 1940s men’s fashion as well as the 1950s.

Learn more about the history of saddle shoes.

1947 men's saddle shoe in brown and white
1947 men’s saddle shoe in brown and white
1948 Black on Grey Men's Saddle Shoes
1948 Black on Grey Men’s Saddle Shoes

More 1940s Men’s Shoe Styles

While the Oxford with its many colors and varieties were the most common men’s shoe, a few other styles did appear as the decade moved closer to the 1950s.  Read more about these styles on 1950s men’s shoe history.

Half boots or ankle boots were military inspired shoes with a clean smooth surface, maybe a cap toe, and a minimal 3-5 hole laces. These boots were common work boots, although patent leather varieties could be worn by businessmen. Also called Chukka boots, they appeared in the early ’40s and reemerged in the late 1940s and early 1950s.

1940s mens chukka boot

1940s Chukka boot

Monk strap shoes are mostly associated with the 1950s, but they got their start in the 1940s. The detail was all in the buckle strap, with the rest of the shoe made of smooth leather in brown, black and white. It was considered a casual or semi dressy shoe.

1948 men's plain monk strap shoes
1948 men’s plain monk strap shoes
1943 Mens Monk Strap Shoes

The slip-on shoe was a favorite for men’s casual and house shoes. Not quite slippers and not as fancy as the 1950s penny loafers, the 1940s slip-on was simple, sleek and casual. Featuring a plain undecorated apron front or elaborate weave, short tongue, and stacked heel. The “penny slot” appeared on most slip-on loafers, but only teens put real a penny in them. The moccasin style slip on featured a crimped edge and lace tie.

1942 casual mens shoes: loafers, monk straps, slip on, boat shoes

1942 casual mens shoes: loafers, monk straps, slip on, boat shoes

Topsider shoes were popular slip on shoes with young men. They were a moccasin style with a lace that wove all around the shoes and a bow that tied on the tongue. These shoes became associated with the sport of boating in the 1930s, and were also called deck shoes or boat shoes.

1947 "topsider" or moccasin or boat shoes

1947 “topsider” or moccasin or boat shoes

 

Sandals were another leisure shoe for summer. Made of all leather, the straps were woven across the vamp and around the heel with usually just one buckle. The T-strap up the center or single strap was very popular throughout the decade. For the most part they came only in black, brown and white.

The idea of men wearing sandals was still a bit too foreign to many men, so it took most of the 1940s to gain the popular status that they were to have in the 1950s.

Men's shoes: 1942 casual loafers, slippers and sandals

1942 casual loafers, slippers (top row) and sandals

Tennis shoes

Boys and men who played sports had to have tennis shoes or sneakers. The ‘40s versions resembled Keds or Converse, with cotton or leather canvas uppers and thick 1-inch rubber soles.

In 1936 the US Olympics names the Converse All Star as their official sport shoe. Shortly thereafter, the Converse sneaker went to war, this time as an all white shoe for training exercises. The shoes were worn with blue and white All Star text on the Converse’s classic round seal as a patriotic symbol.  After the war, Converse went back to the design board and came up with the now classic Black and White All Star sneaker – still keeping the patriotic seal for another few decades.

1940s tennis shoes or sneakers

1947 Men’s Sport Shoes

The brown leather or suede high top shoes with round classic converse label made for a striking contrast to every day Oxford styles. Eventually, brown gave way to black and leather gave way to canvas. Converse shoes were worn by basketball players, baseball players, and football players with the edition of metal cleats. By the late ’40s, teenagers were wearing Converse as their everyday shoes in both low and high tops. Brown, blue and white with cream rubber soles (often crepe rubber) and white laces were the design made by Converse, but knocked off by many other brands.

1940s Men’s Work Boots

For hardy work jobs such as farming, railroading, and mechanics, men wore sturdy work boots with very thick heavy rubber soles and high leather bodies that rose above the ankle to provide support and stability for long days. They laced up part way and hook and looped the rest.

1940s mens work boots

1944 Men’s Rugged Work Boots

Various grades of leather determined the quality of work boots. Elk hide was the softest and appropriate for light, indoor work such as in a factory. Tanned cowhide was tougher with a coating of rubbed oil to make them waterproof and better suited for the outdoors. Kangaroo leather imported from Australia was advertised as being 17% stronger than cowhide. They were some of the top of the line work boots a man could buy.

Engineer boots were one version of work boot usually worn by railroad workers. It featured a strap across the vamp to the ankle and a buckle on the tall calf for an adjustable calf fit. The heel was very short and sometimes made of rubber.  This style was also adopted by motorcycle riders.

1942 men's Engineer work boots

1942 men’s Engineer work boots

Learn more about men’s work boots and clothing here.

Dressy work boots were also worn by business men, servicemen, and less rugged workers. They were thin with laces and loops on an Oxford sole. Some were pull on style with elastic panels on the sides (Chelsea boots).

1943 men's dressy work boots and shoes

1943 men’s dressy work boots and shoes

Cowboy boots were worn for riding and working on ranches. City slickers who admired the western lifestyle also wore them with casual clothing. They featured a blunt square toe, Cuban leather heels, and leather shaft with embossed “western” designs.

1942 Men's Western Cowboy Boots

1942 Men’s Western Cowboy Boots

Hiking boots or outdoorsmen boots were very tall lace up boots worn over tall wool socks. Tall boots were also worn by men at work too but most favor in the mid 1940s for shorter styles.

1942 men's hiking boots

1942 men’s hiking boots

Men’s Slippers and House Shoes

1943 men's house slippers

1943 men’s house slippers

At the end of the busy day, men returned home and took of their dress shoes and work boots and put on a pair of house slippers.  Most slippers were made of brown leather and some of wool felt. The warmest versions were also lined in felt or shearling. They came in a few different styles:

  • Opera: ( J, L ) has a deep V cut out on the side.
  • Everette: (B, E, G, H) A classic slip on shape with a full coverage tongue.
  • Romeo: (C, D) Deep cut outs on the side of an Everette had elastic inserts somewhat like a low Chelsea boot slipper.
  • Bootie: (F, K)Ankle high bootie with a zipper on the top. Could also come in an oxford shape.

Many men wore loafers and slip on moccasins at home, eliminating the need for multiple casual and house shoes.

1940s Men’s Socks

1940s Mens socks, ribbed, argyle, deco pattern, striped and solids.

1944 Men’s Socks

Socks were worn fairly tall, to about mid-calf. Work socks came in shorter above-the-ankle lengths. They were made of ribbed wool or cotton, or a rayon blend with tighter ribbing at the top inch or two to hold them up. They were dark colors like brown, tan and blue, or light white and grey.  Just like ties, socks also came in a wild range of colorful stripes, Art Deco patterns, and argyle designs.

Because elastic wasn’t used in socks yet, they tended to sag, and sock garters helped to hold them up. They were an elastic or leather strap with two clips that grabbed the sock and another clip that wrapped around the calf tightly and held the socks in place.

Learn more about 1940s men’s socks here and all decades here.

Buying Vintage Inspired 1940s Men’s Shoes

Need help buying or dating a pair of vintage men’s shoes? Try posting in the I love VINTAGE MEN’S SHOES (pre-1960)! Facebook group.

Whenever possible, wearing vintage 1940s men’s shoes is the best choice for recreating 1940s men’s fashion; however, when the style, size or color you want isn’t available in vintage footwear, consider new shoes. Many new Oxfords, two-tone wingtips, saddle shoes, boots, and slip-ons exist on the modern shoe market.

To make finding these shoes easier, I have put together a 1940s men’s shoes shopping page. New styles are added frequently from multiple shoe retailers to make your shopping easier. For additional shoe brands look at this list. 

Start here:

1940s Men’s Shoes: Men’s Vintage Shoe History Stacy Adams Tinsley Wingtip Oxford BlackWhite Mens Lace up casual Shoes $124.95 AT vintagedancer.com
Zapposcom
$124.95
1940s Men’s Shoes: Men’s Vintage Shoe History Boardwalk Empire- Forzieri Designer Shoes Italian Handcrafted Two-tone Wingtip Oxford Shoes $660.00 AT vintagedancer.com
FORZIERICOM
$660.00
1940s Men’s Shoes: Men’s Vintage Shoe History Johnston  Murphy Reedy Beige Saddle Lace Ups $139.99 AT vintagedancer.com
TheMensWearhouse
$139.99
1940s Men’s Shoes: Men’s Vintage Shoe History Bostonian Walker Mid Black Leather Mens Shoes $130.00 AT vintagedancer.com
Zapposcom
$130.00
1940s Men’s Shoes: Men’s Vintage Shoe History Stacy Adams Dayton - Wingtip Black w White Mens Shoes $99.99 AT vintagedancer.com
Zapposcom
$99.99
1940s Men’s Shoes: Men’s Vintage Shoe History Florsheim Beaufort Moc Toe Penny Loafer Mens Brown Slip On 9 W $129.95 AT vintagedancer.com
Shoemallcom
$129.95
1940s Men’s Shoes: Men’s Vintage Shoe History Bostonian Walker Mid Beeswax Mens Shoes $130.00 AT vintagedancer.com
Zapposcom
$130.00
1940s Men’s Shoes: Men’s Vintage Shoe History Allen Edmonds Higgins Mill Black Grain Mens Boots $315.99 AT vintagedancer.com
Zapposcom
$315.99
1940s Men’s Shoes: Men’s Vintage Shoe History Stacy Adams Tammany Folded Moc Toe Oxford BlackWhite Mens Shoes $74.99 AT vintagedancer.com
Zapposcom
$74.99
1940s Men’s Shoes: Men’s Vintage Shoe History Cole Haan Frankland Grand Plain Toe Derbys Hawthorne $125.99 AT vintagedancer.com
TheMensWearhouse
$125.99
1940s Men’s Shoes: Men’s Vintage Shoe History Nunn Bush Nelson Wing Tip Dress Casual Oxford Brown Mens Dress Flat Shoes $69.95 AT vintagedancer.com
Zapposcom
$69.95
1940s Men’s Shoes: Men’s Vintage Shoe History Massimo Matteo Fisherman Sandal Mens Shoes $119.00 AT vintagedancer.com
Zapposcom
$119.00
1940s Men’s Shoes: Men’s Vintage Shoe History  Mens Two Tone Perforated Wing Tip Lace Up Oxford Dress Shoes $39.99 AT vintagedancer.com
Amazon
$39.99
1940s Men’s Shoes: Men’s Vintage Shoe History Knee high lace-up mens boots in dark brown crazy horse leather / Laceup geniune leather boots / Cosplay steampunk gothic leather shoes / $264.00 AT vintagedancer.com
Etsy
$264.00
1940s Men’s Shoes: Men’s Vintage Shoe History Metrocharm MC113 Mens Wing Tip Perforated Lace Up Oxford Dress Shoes $39.99 AT vintagedancer.com
Amazon
$39.99
1940s Men’s Shoes: Men’s Vintage Shoe History DLT Mens Genuine Imported Leather with Leather Sole English Goodyear Welted Oxford Dress Shoes $99.00 AT vintagedancer.com
Amazon
$99.00
1940s Men’s Shoes: Men’s Vintage Shoe History Navy Ferro Aldo Mens 19268A Two Tone Saddle Lace Up Oxfords Dress Shoes  AT vintagedancer.com
Amazon
1940s Men’s Shoes: Men’s Vintage Shoe History Awearness Kenneth Cole AWEAR-TECH Kite Flex White Wingtip Derbys $124.99 AT vintagedancer.com
TheMensWearhouse
$124.99
1940s Men’s Shoes: Men’s Vintage Shoe History Historical Emporium Mens Deluxe Leather Military Gaiters $49.95 AT vintagedancer.com
Amazon
$49.95
1940s Men’s Shoes: Men’s Vintage Shoe History Stacy Adams Mens Madison Lizard Print Oxford $129.95 AT vintagedancer.com
Amazon
$129.95
1940s Men’s Shoes: Men’s Vintage Shoe History Miller & Ben Tap Shoes Jazz-Tap Master Black & White - STANDARD SIZES $285.00 AT vintagedancer.com
Amazon
$285.00
1940s Men’s Shoes: Men’s Vintage Shoe History Polar Fox Wyatt MPX608005 Mens Casual Engineer Zipper and Buckle Motorcycle Boots $49.99 AT vintagedancer.com
Amazon
$49.99
1940s Men’s Shoes: Men’s Vintage Shoe History Merlutti Velvet Loafer Cigar And Whiskey Glass Embroidery Flat $179.99 AT vintagedancer.com
Etsy
$179.99
1940s Men’s Shoes: Men’s Vintage Shoe History Men’s Handmade Geninue Two tone Black and white leather shoes $201.74 AT vintagedancer.com
Etsy
$201.74
1940s Men’s Shoes: Men’s Vintage Shoe History L.B. Evans Aristocrat Opera Black Leather Mens Slippers $74.95 AT vintagedancer.com
Zapposcom
$74.95
1940s Men’s Shoes: Men’s Vintage Shoe History Deer Stags Mens Bamboo Fisherman Sandal Mens Shoes $66.99 AT vintagedancer.com
Macyscom
$66.99
1940s Men’s Shoes: Men’s Vintage Shoe History Trask Slade Mens Slip-on Dress Shoes $179.99 AT vintagedancer.com
Zapposcom
$179.99
1940s Men’s Shoes: Men’s Vintage Shoe History ROYAL WIND Geninue Leather Spectator Shoes Mens Black White Lace up Wing Tip Perforated Dress Shoes $79.99 AT vintagedancer.com
Amazon
$79.99
1940s Men’s Shoes: Men’s Vintage Shoe History Bolano Men’s Two-Tone Metallic Black Smooth Lace up Oxford Dress Shoe Wingtip Spectator Style Lawson $59.99 AT vintagedancer.com
Amazon
$59.99
1940s Men’s Shoes: Men’s Vintage Shoe History Stacy Adams Fabian Chelsea Boot Black Mens Shoes $66.05 AT vintagedancer.com
Zapposcom
$66.05
1940s Men’s Shoes: Men’s Vintage Shoe History Allen Edmonds Cavanaugh Walnut Burnished Mens Shoes $295.00 AT vintagedancer.com
Zapposcom
$295.00
1940s Men’s Shoes: Men’s Vintage Shoe History Mens Two Tone Perforated Wing Tip Lace Up Oxford Dress Shoes Metrocharm MC118  £47.49 AT vintagedancer.com
AmazonUK
£47.49
1940s Men’s Shoes: Men’s Vintage Shoe History Off-White Tango Shoes Dance Shoes Leather Shoes Leaders Shoes Mens Shoes La Vikinga Shoes $135.00 AT vintagedancer.com
Etsy
$135.00
1940s Men’s Shoes: Men’s Vintage Shoe History Chippewa Mens 11 Steel Toe 27899 Engineer Boot $119.89 AT vintagedancer.com
Amazon
$119.89
1940s Men’s Shoes: Men’s Vintage Shoe History Stacy Adams Corsica Mens Yellow Slip On 8 M $94.95 AT vintagedancer.com
Shoemallcom
$94.95
1940s Men’s Shoes: Men’s Vintage Shoe History SMONT WW2 US. M1936 Boot Gaiters Leggings Repro WWII Soldier Canvas Puttee for Hiking Climbing Khaki/3R  AT vintagedancer.com
Amazon
1940s Men’s Shoes: Men’s Vintage Shoe History Ride Tecs 13 Engineer Mens Black Boot 13 W $132.95 AT vintagedancer.com
Shoemallcom
$132.95
1940s Men’s Shoes: Men’s Vintage Shoe History Chippewa 6” Service Boot $279.95 AT vintagedancer.com
SchottNYC
$279.95
1940s Men’s Shoes: Men’s Vintage Shoe History UGG Scuff Romeo II Espresso 1 Mens Slippers $99.95 AT vintagedancer.com
Zapposcom
$99.95
1940s Men’s Shoes: Men’s Vintage Shoe History Bruno Marc Mens HUTCHINGSON Dress Shoes $29.99 AT vintagedancer.com
Amazon
$29.99
1940s Men’s Shoes: Men’s Vintage Shoe History Allen Edmonds Higgins Mill Brown Mens Boots $444.95 AT vintagedancer.com
Zapposcom
$444.95
1940s Men’s Shoes: Men’s Vintage Shoe History Eastland 1955 Edition High Fidelity Black Leather Mens Lace-up Boots $69.18 AT vintagedancer.com
Zapposcom
$69.18
1940s Men’s Shoes: Men’s Vintage Shoe History Coffee Light Brown Dark Camel Cognac Wingtip Leather Shoe Lace up $85.00 AT vintagedancer.com
MensUSA
$85.00
1940s Men’s Shoes: Men’s Vintage Shoe History Paul Malone Tan and White Wing Tip Spectators 100% Leather $157.97 AT vintagedancer.com
Amazon
$157.97
1940s Men’s Shoes: Men’s Vintage Shoe History Derby mens shoes Leather shoes Oxfords lace shoes Vintage swing shoes - Yogurt White $174.45 AT vintagedancer.com
Etsy
$174.45
1940s Men’s Shoes: Men’s Vintage Shoe History Men Swing Dance Shoes Men’s Brogue dark brown & white leather handmade by Harlem Shoes $200.80 AT vintagedancer.com
Etsy
$200.80
1940s Men’s Shoes: Men’s Vintage Shoe History Derby mens shoes Leather shoes Oxfords lace shoes Vintage swing shoes - Yogurt White $177.00 AT vintagedancer.com
Etsy
$177.00
1940s Men’s Shoes: Men’s Vintage Shoe History Red Wing Heritage Mens Blacksmith Vibram Boot $342.57 AT vintagedancer.com
Amazon
$342.57
1940s Men’s Shoes: Men’s Vintage Shoe History Red Wing Heritage Mens Iron Ranger 6 Vibram Boot $259.97 AT vintagedancer.com
Amazon
$259.97
1940s Men’s Shoes: Men’s Vintage Shoe History Work America Mens 6 Farm Leather Steel Toe Lace Up Safety Shoes $136.95 AT vintagedancer.com
Amazon
$136.95
1940s Men’s Shoes: Men’s Vintage Shoe History Bloch Mens Xavier Ballroom Dance Shoe $111.50 AT vintagedancer.com
Amazon
$111.50
1940s Men’s Shoes: Men’s Vintage Shoe History 1940s Mens Black Italian Vintage Party Pointed Oxford Broque Shoes Black-Borsalino £48.89 AT vintagedancer.com
AmazonUK
£48.89
1940s Men’s Shoes: Men’s Vintage Shoe History Men Swing Dance Shoes Men’s Oxfords brown & white leather handmade by Harlem Shoes $202.69 AT vintagedancer.com
Etsy
$202.69
1940s Men’s Shoes: Men’s Vintage Shoe History Chippewa 6 Cordovan Service Boot $279.95 AT vintagedancer.com
SchottNYC
$279.95
1940s Men’s Shoes: Men’s Vintage Shoe History Steve Madden Laight Black Patent Mens Shoes $79.99 AT vintagedancer.com
Zapposcom
$79.99
1940s Men’s Shoes: Men’s Vintage Shoe History Stacy Adams Garrison Mens Black Oxford 10.5 E $94.95 AT vintagedancer.com
Shoemallcom
$94.95
1940s Men’s Shoes: Men’s Vintage Shoe History BLACK & WHITE Tango Shoes Dance Shoes Leather Shoes Leaders Shoes Mens Shoes La Vikinga Shoes $135.00 AT vintagedancer.com
Etsy
$135.00
1940s Men’s Shoes: Men’s Vintage Shoe History Men Swing Dance Shoes in Beige $212.10 AT vintagedancer.com
Etsy
$212.10
1940s Men’s Shoes: Men’s Vintage Shoe History Frye Bowery Moc Lace-Up Caramel Antique Pull Up Mens Shoes $357.95 AT vintagedancer.com
Zapposcom
$357.95
1940s Men’s Shoes: Men’s Vintage Shoe History Relax Slippers  Grecian Mens Leather Slippers  mens Slip-ons Shoes in Red £55.00 AT vintagedancer.com
Spartoocouk
£55.00
1940s Men’s Shoes: Men’s Vintage Shoe History Polar Fox Mitch MPX808576 Mens Casual Cap Toe Boot Motorcycle Zipper Boots Men $39.99 AT vintagedancer.com
Amazon
$39.99
1940s Men’s Shoes: Men’s Vintage Shoe History Stacy Adams Calax Fisherman Sandal Cognac Mens Shoes $49.99 AT vintagedancer.com
Zapposcom
$49.99
1940s Men’s Shoes: Men’s Vintage Shoe History Mens Fireside Brown Slipper 13 B $59.95 AT vintagedancer.com
Shoemallcom
$59.95
1940s Men’s Shoes: Men’s Vintage Shoe History Relax Slippers  Gavin Mens Leather Slippers  boyss Childrens Slippers in Red £49.99 AT vintagedancer.com
Spartoocouk
£49.99
1940s Men’s Shoes: Men’s Vintage Shoe History Johnston  Murphy Sutton Tan Plain Toe Saddle Lace Up $149.99 AT vintagedancer.com
TheMensWearhouse
$149.99
1940s Men’s Shoes: Men’s Vintage Shoe History L.B. Evans Duke Opera Black Leather Mens Slippers $49.95 AT vintagedancer.com
Zapposcom
$49.95
1940s Men’s Shoes: Men’s Vintage Shoe History Muller Brown $385.00 AT vintagedancer.com
HELMBoots
$385.00
1940s Men’s Shoes: Men’s Vintage Shoe History Derby mens shoes Leather shoes Oxfords lace shoes Vintage swing shoes - Chestnut Brown $174.49 AT vintagedancer.com
Etsy
$174.49
1940s Men’s Shoes: Men’s Vintage Shoe History Stacy Adams Garrison Wingtip Oxford Black Leather Mens Lace Up Wing Tip Shoes $79.99 AT vintagedancer.com
Zapposcom
$79.99
1940s Men’s Shoes: Men’s Vintage Shoe History Massimo Matteo Huarache T. Moro Mens Slip on  Shoes $80.23 AT vintagedancer.com
Zapposcom
$80.23
1940s Men’s Shoes: Men’s Vintage Shoe History Men Swing Dance Shoes Men’s Oxfords white leather handmade by Harlem Shoes $202.69 AT vintagedancer.com
Etsy
$202.69
1940s Men’s Shoes: Men’s Vintage Shoe History Womens MarcelleWomens Marcelle $155.00 AT vintagedancer.com
Wolverine
$155.00
1940s Men’s Shoes: Men’s Vintage Shoe History Relax Slippers  Grecian Mens Leather Slippers  mens Slip-ons Shoes in Black £55.00 AT vintagedancer.com
Spartoocouk
£55.00
1940s Men’s Shoes: Men’s Vintage Shoe History Sperry Saltwater Duck BlackBlack Shoes $69.00 AT vintagedancer.com
Zapposcom
$69.00
1940s Men’s Shoes: Men’s Vintage Shoe History Deer Stags Bamboo 2 Mens Brown Slip On 11 E3 $54.95 AT vintagedancer.com
Shoemallcom
$54.95
1940s Men’s Shoes: Men’s Vintage Shoe History Frye Paul Wingtip Cognac Antique Pull Up Mens Shoes $239.99 AT vintagedancer.com
Zapposcom
$239.99
1940s Men’s Shoes: Men’s Vintage Shoe History Allen Edmonds Alpine Lace Tan Mens Shoes $425.00 AT vintagedancer.com
Zapposcom
$425.00
1940s Men’s Shoes: Men’s Vintage Shoe History Stacy Adams Adler Slip Resistant Wingtip Oxford Black Mens Lace Up Wing Tip Shoes $69.99 AT vintagedancer.com
Zapposcom
$69.99
1940s Men’s Shoes: Men’s Vintage Shoe History Frye Prison Boot Dark Brown Stonewash Pull-Up Mens Lace-up Boots $377.95 AT vintagedancer.com
Zapposcom
$377.95
1940s Men’s Shoes: Men’s Vintage Shoe History JM EST. 1850 Bryson Wingtip Black Mens Shoes $128.25 AT vintagedancer.com
Zapposcom
$128.25
1940s Men’s Shoes: Men’s Vintage Shoe History  Mens 1 Heel Leather Modern Salsa Tango Ballroom Latin Dance Shoes Minishion QJ9011 $42.99 AT vintagedancer.com
Amazon
$42.99
1940s Men’s Shoes: Men’s Vintage Shoe History Men’s Handmade Geninue Two tone leather lace up Oxford brogues $201.74 AT vintagedancer.com
Etsy
$201.74
1940s Men’s Shoes: Men’s Vintage Shoe History Men Luxury Hand Embroidery Bespoke Zardozi Velvet Slip On Tuxedo Shoes Casual Hand Made Bullion Thread Loafers For Men & Boys $109.00 AT vintagedancer.com
Etsy
$109.00
1940s Men’s Shoes: Men’s Vintage Shoe History Men Swing Dance Shoes Men’s Oxfords brown & beige leather handmade by Harlem Shoes $200.80 AT vintagedancer.com
Etsy
$200.80
1940s Men’s Shoes: Men’s Vintage Shoe History Men Swing Dance Shoes Men’s Oxfords green & beige leather handmade by Harlem Shoes $200.80 AT vintagedancer.com
Etsy
$200.80
1940s Men’s Shoes: Men’s Vintage Shoe History Mens Real Mexican Huaraches Closed Toe Dress Sandals Shedron Brown Buckle Sandals Fisherman Woven Leather Sandals Outdoor Sandals $50.00 AT vintagedancer.com
Etsy
$50.00
1940s Men’s Shoes: Men’s Vintage Shoe History Men Swing Dance Shoes Men’s Oxfords black & white leather handmade by Harlem Shoes $202.69 AT vintagedancer.com
Etsy
$202.69
1940s Men’s Shoes: Men’s Vintage Shoe History Frye Bowery Moc Lace-Up Black Antique Pull Up Mens Shoes $357.95 AT vintagedancer.com
Zapposcom
$357.95
1940s Men’s Shoes: Men’s Vintage Shoe History Mens 1000 Mile 1940 Boot $155.00 AT vintagedancer.com
Wolverine
$155.00
1940s Men’s Shoes: Men’s Vintage Shoe History Double Strap Hunter Boot $649.99 AT vintagedancer.com
Etsy
$649.99
1940s Men’s Shoes: Men’s Vintage Shoe History Clarks Whiddon Pace Dark Tan Leather Mens Shoes $60.00 AT vintagedancer.com
Zapposcom
$60.00
1940s Men’s Shoes: Men’s Vintage Shoe History Magnanni Dorio Black Mens Slip on  Shoes $295.00 AT vintagedancer.com
Zapposcom
$295.00
1940s Men’s Shoes: Men’s Vintage Shoe History Mens Fireside Black Slipper 12 E3 $59.95 AT vintagedancer.com
Shoemallcom
$59.95
1940s Men’s Shoes: Men’s Vintage Shoe History Wolverine Journeyman 6 Boot Brown Mens Work Lace-up Boots $174.95 AT vintagedancer.com
Zapposcom
$174.95
1940s Men’s Shoes: Men’s Vintage Shoe History Steve Madden Laight Black Velvet Mens Shoes $99.95 AT vintagedancer.com
Zapposcom
$99.95
1940s Men’s Shoes: Men’s Vintage Shoe History Ross  Snow Riccardo SP Black Mens Shoes $345.00 AT vintagedancer.com
Zapposcom
$345.00
1940s Men’s Shoes: Men’s Vintage Shoe History Ross  Snow Riccardo Supreen Boot Bomber Brown Mens Boots $495.00 AT vintagedancer.com
Zapposcom
$495.00
1940s Men’s Shoes: Men’s Vintage Shoe History Mens Huarache Sandal ~ All Sizes Boho- Hippie Vintage ~ Mexican Style ~ Colorful Leather ~ Mexican Huaraches ~ Shoes ~ Shoes Leather $49.60 AT vintagedancer.com
Etsy
$49.60
1940s Men’s Shoes: Men’s Vintage Shoe History Mens Queensberry Oliver Leather Weave Office Casual Smart Work Loafers £13.10 AT vintagedancer.com
AmazonUK
£13.10
1940s Men’s Shoes: Men’s Vintage Shoe History CARLOS by Carlos Santana Planeo Slide Black Calfskin Leather Mens Clog Shoes $88.99 AT vintagedancer.com
Zapposcom
$88.99
1940s Men’s Shoes: Men’s Vintage Shoe History Men Swing Dance Shoes Men’s Oxfords brown leather handmade by Harlem Shoes $202.69 AT vintagedancer.com
Etsy
$202.69
1940s Men’s Shoes: Men’s Vintage Shoe History Red Wing Heritage Mens Blacksmith Vibram Boot $289.95 AT vintagedancer.com
Amazon
$289.95
1940s Men’s Shoes: Men’s Vintage Shoe History LB Evans Radio Tyme Mens Black Slipper 9 E3 $64.95 AT vintagedancer.com
Shoemallcom
$64.95
1940s Men’s Shoes: Men’s Vintage Shoe History L.B. Evans Radio Tyme II Black Leather Mens Slippers $59.95 AT vintagedancer.com
Zapposcom
$59.95
1940s Men’s Shoes: Men’s Vintage Shoe History LB Evans Aristocrat Opera Mens Black Slipper 12 N $74.95 AT vintagedancer.com
Shoemallcom
$74.95
1940s Men’s Shoes: Men’s Vintage Shoe History LB Evans Aristocrat Opera Mens Brown Slipper 8 M $74.95 AT vintagedancer.com
Shoemallcom
$74.95
1940s Men’s Shoes: Men’s Vintage Shoe History Chippewa 8 Steel Toe Logger Black Mens Work Boots $209.95 AT vintagedancer.com
Zapposcom
$209.95
1940s Men’s Shoes: Men’s Vintage Shoe History Massimo Matteo Velvet Slip-On Black Mens Slip on  Shoes $155.00 AT vintagedancer.com
Zapposcom
$155.00
1940s Men’s Shoes: Men’s Vintage Shoe History Rockport Menss Classic Loafer Penny Cognac £83.06 AT vintagedancer.com
AmazonUK
£83.06
1940s Men’s Shoes: Men’s Vintage Shoe History Metrocharm MC118 Mens Two Tone Perforated Wing Tip Lace Up Oxford Dress Shoes £47.49 AT vintagedancer.com
AmazonUK
£47.49
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