Sensual and elegant Spring/Summer 1998 John Galliano for Christian Dior thigh-high lace stocking boots.

Description

These incredible S/S 1998 documented over-the-knee lace boots from Christian Dior offer a sophisticated play on transparency and speak unmistakably the design language of John Galliano who served as the fashion house's creative director from 1996 until 2011.

"In an age where fashion houses relied heavily on history and house codes, he took Dior’s concepts of femininity and opulence and pushed them to the very edge of an unexpected, artfully-clad cliff. The result was one of the most adrenaline-inducing brand revamps in fashion history." – Caroline Kloster for CR Fashion Book

Versions of the here offered hold-up stocking boots (shown with suspender belts and some with red heels) walked the runway for the A/W 1997 couture collection and the S/S 1998 ready-to-wear collection. Please see the reference photos and the below video of the S/S 1998 runway show.

The boots are made in Italy from a black stretchy semi-sheer floral lace fabric that clings for a second skin fit. They come with a silicon band on top for extra support.

Extending up to the thigh, the design features a pointed silhouette and sleek 100 mm – 3.94" stiletto heels that are covered in black croc-embossed leather. Leather sole and branded insole. Marked size: 38 (EU).

This treasure comes direct from a German socialite and fashion collector so has not been on the market prior to this.

Condition

These boots are in excellent condition. Appear unworn.

Size & Fit

Marked Size: 38 (EU)

Heel height: 10 cm – 3.94"

Height: 68 cm – 26.77"

Width: 17 cm – 6.69"

Reference Photos: Runway pictures from the S/S 1998 Christian Dior ready-to-wear collection featuring Carla Bruni and another model. And from the A/W 1997 couture collection.

Eye-catching golden crystal embellished slingback pumps by Giuseppe Zanotti probably from the 1990s.

Description

These Italian crafted t-strap slingback pumps come in soft metallic golden leather and feature a pointed toe, crystal embellished straps and a pin-thin black resin stiletto heel. The heel strap is elasticated for a perfect and comfortable fit. They are lined in matching golden leather and have a golden branded insole and a leather sole.

Designer

Giuseppe Zanotti was born in 1957 in San Mauro Pascoli, a village near Rimini, Italy. Rimini has had a long history of shoemaking dating back to the 1930s. After working as a freelance designer for small, artisanal shoe companies in the 1980s he started as a designer for various leading fashion brands including Gianfranco Ferré and Valentino. In 1994, Zanotti took over a small shoe manufacturing company called Vicini and began designing and producing his own line of shoe-wear. Since then he became one of the most praised shoe designers. "Shoes will always come first, since they're not just accessories - they're my universe.", he explains. Zanotti's styles are considered emotional, sexy and feminine and are worn by celebrities such as Jennifer Lopez, Charlize Theron, Uma Thurman, Eva Herzigova, Rihanna and many more.

Condition

These pumps are in excellent vintage condition. Few tiny marks at exterior (almost not mentionable). Little visible signs of wear to the insoles and minor scuffing at soles.

Size & Fit

European Size: 39.5 (true to size)

Corresponding Modern Size:

Germany 39.5 / UK 6.5 / USA 9.5

Length: 29,5 cm – 11.6" (insole)

Width: 7,5 cm – 3" (widest part)

Heel: 11 cm – 4.3"

Absolutely fabulous and rare late 1970s Yves Saint Laurent high heel boots.

Description

These late 1970s high heel boots by Yves Saint Laurent represent the characteristic folkloristic style Yves Saint Laurent first showed in his iconic Fall/Winter 1976/1977 Russian Collection.

The knee-high design is crafted from maroon soft suede and features a round toe, a low 1 cm – 0.4" platform and a 9 cm – 3.5 " stacked leather heel. The decorative accents at the toe band and ankle fronts are piped with black edges. Lined in cognac leather. Leather soles. Stamped "Yves Saint Laurent Paris" inside and marked size 9 B.

A wearable piece of fashion history that adds instantly boho vibes to any outfit!

Condition

These boots are in excellent vintage condition. Slight wear to the sole. No insole. Otherwise appear to have been worn very little.

Size & Fit

Marked Size: 9 B

Best fits: US 9 | EU 39 | UK 6

Heel height: 9 cm – 3.5"

Platform height: 1 cm – 0.4"

Insole length: circa 26,5 cm – 10.4"

Width: medium

Shaft height: 39 cm – 15.4" (measured at the back)

Shaft width: 34,5 cm – 13.6" (inside circumference at the top of the boot)

Reference Photo: Model wearing similar boots on the Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture runway in Paris, 1974.

Dainty embellished silver-tone slingback sandals by Escada from the 1980s.

Description

These metallic silver leather strappy sandals crafted in Italy are embellished with beautiful pastel-hued different-sized rhinestones at the front. They feature an open soft square toe, an elasticated slingback strap, a high mirrored metallic stiletto heel of still comfortable height and are lined in metallic silver leather. The sole is made from solid black leather. They are stamped "Escada, Made in Italy".

Designer

Escada was founded by Margaretha Ley and her husband Wolfgang in Munich, Germany, 1976. Being a skilled dressmaker, Margaretha Ley was responsible for the creative part of the company. "She possessed a confident sense of style, a designer's flair, a perfectionist's drive and an eye for colours, patterns and top-quality materials. This was perfect in the 1980s, when the radiant and the glittering, the decorative and the striking were in as much demand as visible luxury. Escada celebrated triumph after triumph and was recognized … as a top brand" throughout the world (Escada – The Eccentric Racehorse, German Fashion Design, Distanz Verlag, Berlin).

Margaretha Ley died in 1992. After her death Escada has interpreted its brand values in a new updated way.

Condition

These sandals are in excellent vintage condition with no missing rhinestones. They seem to have been worn for fashionshow purpose only as sole and heel do not show any wear except some scratches that were added to the sole to prevent models from slipping. Little visible signs of wear to the insoles and heels. Minor glue residue – not visible when worn. Priced accordingly.

Size & Fit

European Size: 39 (true to size)

Corresponding Modern Size:

Germany 39 / UK 6 / USA 9

Length: 25 cm – 9.8" (insole)

Width: 8 cm – 3.1" (widest part)

Heel: 9 cm – 3.5"