Cork-soled footwear with platform or wedge heels were popular as beachwear as early as the 1920s. In the 1930s, they gradually entered mainstream fashion. Several designers including Perugia were experimenting with elevating footwear during this time, creating towering and highly experimental shoes.

(Bottom) This bootie from 1933 has an upper made of textured, scalloped fabric, pale ribbon ties, and a colourful, layered wedge sole.

(Top) This white sandal features a saw-toothed platform sole painted with tiny flowers, and was described as having “kinked soles, so that you tread on waves.” It was made for Schiaparelli’s Spring/Summer collection in 1938. Perugia himself created the first ever evening platform sandal for Schiaparelli in this decade. It was considered highly fashionable but not commercial.


Collection of @museedelachaussure, @villederomans.

Funding provided by the @ocaf_lefonds a program of the Government of Ontario through the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Gaming, administered by the Ontario Cultural Attractions Fund Corporation.
Sponsored by: @blogto @curiocitytoronto @dailyhivetoronto @jazzfm91 @fashioncanada @torontolife ...

This contemporary pair of cowboy boots features the Disney character Woody with his loyal steed Bullseye, from the Toy Story franchise. A nostalgic embodiment of the classic cowboy, Woody represents friendship and loyalty. The boots reflect aspects of traditional cowboy boot design but the side zippers are a fully contemporary addition.


Target, American designed, Chinese made, 21st century.

On view now in our Rough & Ready: A History of the Cowboy Boot exhibition. Funding provided by the @ocaf_lefonds, a program of the Government of Ontario through the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Gaming, administered by the Ontario Cultural Attractions Fund Corporation.

Sponsored by: @blogto @curiocitytoronto @dailyhivetoronto @fashioncanada @thekitca @nationalpost @nowtoronto @thetorontostar ...

Get creative and express your personal style with artist @jasminpannu as she guides you to paint your own custom shoe design. Sign up by visiting our website 🖌️

📅 Saturday, March 14, 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
🎟️ $55
ℹ️ Art materials including paint and brushes are included. Participants must provide their own new or used shoes to customize, clean white sneakers are recommended for best results. ...

Join Catherine Chambers of Let’s Make It for a hands-on workshop exploring self-care through the lens of the African and Caribbean diasporas on Saturday, February 21.

Participants will craft their own luxurious foot scrub using natural ingredients rooted in Black food and wellness traditions, such as sugar, coffee, and coconut. Guided step-by-step, you’ll learn how to blend clays, exfoliants, and natural fragrances while discovering the cultural and skin-nourishing significance of each ingredient.

Sign up by visiting our website 🎟️ ...

📢 EXTENDED HOURS📢

On select dates, we`ll be extending our hours for you to explore our exhibitions or participate in a different craft!

Wednesday, February 11: Sketching
Thursday, March 12: Zine Making
Friday, April 10: Button Making

Learn more on our website 👠 ...

UPDATE: Thank you for your patience! The Museum will be open today, Wednesday January 28 for our regular operating hours (10:00 am to 5:00 pm)
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The Museum is will be temporarily closed until further notice due to building maintenance. We apologize for the inconvenience.


Please stay tuned on our website and social media for further updates. ...