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Yellow Espadrilles
Yellow Espadrilles
Yellow Espadrilles

Yellow Espadrilles

Wearer (Seattle, Portland, USA, 1903 - 1991)
Date1930s
Object NameShoes
Mediumesparto, metal and cardboard
ClassificationsFashion and Dress
DimensionsOverall (ABDMS029941.1 Left Shoe: Height x Width x Depth): 110 × 90 × 232mm
Overall (ABDMS029941.2 Right Shoe: Height x Width x Depth): 110 × 90 × 229mm
AcquisitionPresented in 1996.
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDMS029941
About MeThis pair of yellow ladies sandals are called espadrilles because they have a plaited fibre sole.

They have a wedge heel that helps to keep them stable when walking.

The ankle strap fastens with a metal buckle.
More About Me

Espadrilles are a type of shoe where the sole is made from esparto, a tough Mediterranean grass used to make rope. Where might would you wear a pair?