Ladies Colonial, Victorian, Edwardian and American Civil War Boots and
Shoes including: High Button, High Top Lace Up, Gusseted and Buckle shoes. Some have the low heel
used prior to 1867, others have the slightly higher heel of 1867 on and some have the high heels of
the 1890s and on. We also have some shoes that are NOT reproduction, but have the style of the period
shoes for those interested in the style, but not necessarily wanting reproduction shoes / boots. We
carry work shoes, everyday shoes and dress shoes. Some of these shoes have been popular for weddings.
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Ladies Victorian Boots and Shoes, General Information
Our Reproduction boots and shoes are made from top grain leather with the
rough side out (unless otherwise specified) for greater durability. Styles include shoes and boots from the
late 1700's through the 1800's and into the 1900s.
Some of the shoes and, such as the some of the Oak Tree Farms, are NOT reproduction.
They are what could be call retro, as they are modern made shoes that look like those of the earlier period.
In most cases the differenced is minor.
Stella - Ladies High-Top Lace-Up Shoes
These are the ladies high top shoes, with
7 holes on each side for laces. It is well-suited to the horsewoman seated
sidesaddle, traveling by coach or attending a Civil War Event. They do not have
metal eyelets (which were Patented in the 1890's) nor toe caps (stitching near the toe). They have leather heels (Rubber
heels were Patented by in 1889 by Humphrey O'Sullivan, a printer with tired feet).
The Stella has a softly pointed toe, which is correct for
Civil War (although the square toe is more typical for Civil War) and also later
usage. They are made from dark smooth-grained leather and are fully lined with
leather. They are built on a modern last for your comfort, with leather heel and
come with round leather laces. This is a first quality shoe.
Standard colors: Black, sizes 6 to 11 Medium.
Normal delivery time is 2 to 6 weeks.
These are the ladies high top lace-up shoes for Early to Mid Victorian
use, including the Civil War. They do not have metal eyelets which were not Patented until the 1890's or toe caps
(stitching near the toe). They come with matching laces, but you can replace them with gorgon ribbon if you like.
Available in Black or Brown.
Normal delivery time for black is 2 to 8 weeks and for brown is 4 to 8 weeks. The brown shoes
are $10.00 higher in price.
These are the ladies high top shoes, with holes
on each side for laces. They are similar to our other ladies high-top lace-up shoes,
except with a higher heel and a toe cap (you can see the stitching for the toe cap in picture). The heels date from about 1867, but this shoe also has metal
eyelets which not patented until the 1890's. They have rubber heels with were patented
in 1889. Genuine black kid, American made. Additional information coming soon.
These are the ladies high top shoes, with 12 buttons
and button holes per side. This shoe has a hand finished leather sole and heal, a soft light
weight leather upper and squared toe. Additional information coming soon.
Normal delivery time is 2 to 6 weeks.
This shoe has been discontinued.
We are now OUT of all sizes.
NOTE: These shoes run large, order 1/2 size smaller than your
normal shoe size.
Victoria (FF) - Ladies False Button-Up Shoes
These are the ladies high top shoes,
with 6 buttons and false button holes (Buttons are for looks only).
They are actually a pull-on shoe with an elastic gusset (patent 1837 - same
as used in the 1847 Mexican war U.S. booties). This is a flat heeled ankle
high shoe. This is a lovely Civil War and Victorian era reproduction shoe
in black or Bone (Cream) leather.
Black
Bone / Cream
Shown next to originals
Standard colors (Black or Bone) and sizes (6 - 11,
Medium & Wide). Normal delivery time is 2 to 6
weeks.
The sleek companion to the
Victoria is the rose. With two elastic gussets (patent 1837 - same as used
in the 1847 Mexican war U.S. booties) it give more room for ladies with a
high instep or heavier ankles. It is correct for Civil War and also later usage.
It has a plain, tapered square-ish toe and a vamp
much like fine English riding boots or jodhpur. Designed to be comfortable
for outdoor wear, it is a fine shoe for the active lady, whether
period-correct event watcher, nurse or sweetheart. The Rose is leather
lined and very well constructed.
Standard colors: Black, sizes 6 Medium to 11 Wide.
Normal delivery time is 2 to 6 weeks.
This is the exact same shoe as the men's dress brogan, but converted to ladies shoe sizes.
Available in Black smooth top grain or rough
flesh-out leather. These brogans / work have four lace holes and shoes Sewn
Soles. They
are suitable for women's work wear. Because of a glitch in naming the widths
of our very first Bootees, our E width is more like a standard D. This page
is in ladies shoe sizes.
Normal delivery is 2 to 4 weeks. "Large/Small Sizes"
may change the delivery time to 6 to 8 weeks.
This is the same shoe as offered on the
Men's Shoe page, but converted to ladies shoe sizes.
The Southern or Monticello model. It is appropriate for
Seminole Wars and as a work shoe from the early 1800's until the present day, is built on the same lasts as
the Federal Contract Bootee. It has five lace holes and a pull tab on the back of the boot. It's color is
russet or natural and the rough-out model takes on a beautiful color when given a coat of Lexol or other oil.
Smooth or rough. Sewn-On Soles. This page is in ladies shoe sizes.
The Monticello or Civil War Southern shoe is the closest thing to a ready-made 1800s work
shoe that you will find. Shoes like these were packed 100 pairs to the barrel and shipped from Boston to St
Louis and on to Taos, to the Western frontier and any seaport that the Stars and Stripes traded with. This
type of shoe was worn by the Yankee seamen who, in the 1820s rounded Cape Horn to load cattle hides in the
tiny Spanish port of Los Angeles de California. They took the hides back to Boston, where they were made into
shoes and harness.
Normal delivery time is 2 to 4 weeks. "Large/Small Sizes"
may change the delivery time to 6 to 8 weeks.
Both Black and Brown have arrived.
Hi-Top lace-up leather shoe for Ladies with canvas upper. 2 1/2" Stacked leather heel and sole. Heel has a
metal plate above the bottom layer of the heel to keep you from wearing into
the heel stack. NOT for anyone with a wide foot, as this shoe
is just wide enough for a medium width.
1890s on. Available in Black and Brown.
Normal Delivery: Black or Brown: 1 to 3 weeks.
Single or Multi Item Purchase of Catherine Hi-Top Lace-Up Boot/Shoe
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1890s on. Hi-Top lace-up shoes for Ladies. More description coming soon.
Available in Black, Antique Saddle and Brandy and is only available in wide sizes.
White will be available about July 2007.
Normal Delivery: 1 to 3 weeks.
Single or Multi Item
Purchase of Veil Hi-Top Lace-Up Boot/Shoe
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THIS SHOE/BOOT IS NOT GOING TO BE
AVAILABLE AT THIS TIME. We hope that it may be sometime in the future.
1890s on. Hi-Top lace-up shoes for Ladies.
Vows - Lace-Up High-Top Boot
This boot/shoe has a more modern High heel and extra
pieces sewn on for looks. It is NOT a reproduction of an 1800s or early
1900s boot/shoe, but they are a nice looking shoe for someone who just likes
the look. Hi-Top lace-up shoes for Ladies.
Available in Black, White, Antique Saddle and Brown Nubuck.
Ivory is no longer available.
Normal Delivery: 1 to 3 weeks.
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This boot/shoe has a modern cowboy heel and extra
pieces sewn on for looks. It is NOT a reproduction of an 1800s or early
1900s boot/shoe, but they are a nice looking shoe for someone who just likes
the look. Hi-Top lace-up shoes for Ladies.
Available in Black, White, Ivory, Antique Saddle, Brandy and Brown Nubuck.
Normal Delivery: 1 to 3 weeks.
Single or Multi Item Purchase of Steeple Hi Lace-Up Boot/Shoe
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Until recently, museums and collectors kept only the fanciest footwear.
Work shoes were thrown out like old sneakers. Most of the surviving women's shoes of the Colonial era were
made of linen or silk. The problem with fabric shoes is that the unending varieties of linen and damask and
ball gown material make it impossible to make a shoe except on an individual basis. Our supplier studied
dozens of books and surviving leather shoes in museum collections. We found that the etchings of Hogarth
(1740-1780) were a gold mine of information on Colonial period shoes. They also designed several models in
leather that may be dyed to any color you desire.
All of Colonial ladies' shoes are all leather, including heels and lifts. Buckles are not included
in the base prices shown.
Anna - Ladies
Shoe, 1500s into the 20th Century
The Anna is a basic style that appears from the 1500's up into the 20th century,
which includes the Colonial, Victorian and Edwardian periods plus much more. It dates from before the use of buckles which
began about 1600 and goes on past the end of buckles in the 1790's until the early part of the 20th century.
This is a comfortable heeled shoe and is a left/right
model designed to be worn without buckles. They are designed to be worn with a ribbon tie or a rosette that
will match your outfit. Heel is 2 inches. Steel shank, black calfskin. Modern last.
They are available in sizes 5B to 12C in whole and half sizes, in medium
width only.
The Barbara is the woman's version of our 1758 or Ligonier
shoe. Low heel, straight last, round toe, unlined, and available in smooth or rough-out leather. Sturdy and
stable on a city street paved with cobblestones or on the rough turf of a campground. May be worn with ties
or buckles. They are available in sizes 6B to 10C in whole and half sizes.
The Concord. was originally designed to honor those men who fired
the shot heard round the World, the Concord is proving popular with women who want a solid and comfortable shoe
that will stand up to grass and gravel; a shoe that will carry a tired woman until sunset.
Order the men's size, but one and one half sizes smaller than your regular women's shoe size. Few women will
require anything wider than an E width (our narrowest). Thus. if you take a normal woman's size 9c, you probably
will find a good fit in a Concord 7½ E. The best shoe around for a stony site. Buckles not included.
The Connie is modeled after a photo in Baumgartner's book on Clothing
in Colonial Williamsburg. Connie is a straight last, heeled shoe. Surprisingly comfortable. You will forget that
it is a straight last shoe the second or third time you wear it. We have Connie in black smooth calfskin or
Rough-Out
and a in natural color rough out (NO Natural Smooth Side out). The naturals were meant to allow the customer to dye a shoe to match her
outfit. The Baumgartner book shows a natural color shoe like the one shown and was
the model for our Connie. Connie has a 1-3/4 inch heel and is available in sizes 6B to 10C in whole and half sizes.
Price is $75 plus $7 shipping. Buckles are not included. Shown in photo Ladies plain brass buckle.
The Debbie is modeled after a shoe seen in Hogarth's etchings.
It is made on a left/right last with a heel of 1-3/4". Smooth black calfskin. The Debbie will take
a 1¼ inch buckle or may be tied with a ribbon or rosette. They are available
in sizes 6 to 10 in whole and half sizes, in medium width only. Buckles are not included.
The Martha is an elegant shoe, ready for the Governor's Ball
or for everyday use by a style-conscious lady. Martha features all leather construction on a comfortable
modern last with a heel of 2 inches. The thing that makes Martha elegant is the carefully crafted fan-shaped
tongue. Buckles are not included. Martha is also available in a bone color suitable for use as it comes from
the box or easily dyed to almost any color. They are available in sizes 5B
to 11C in whole and half sizes.
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For more information on ordering, see Order Information Page.
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Felt and Straw Hats will normally take 2 - 4 weeks for delivery.
Enlisted Kepis and Forage Caps will normally take 3 -5 weeks for delivery.
Officers Kepis and Forage Caps will normally take 10 - 12 weeks for delivery.
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