Summary
Pair of woman's high-heeled shoes painted in purple / bronze colours. Foot of shoe rises to ankle with wing-like flaps at back; 10 cm stiletto heels. The shoes were designed by Prue Acton P/L designer Maree Menzel, and made by Prue Acton Pty Ltd & Guido Pasquali, 1980 - 1983. They were worn by the donor, Prue Acton, in 1983 with the 1983 Melbourne Cup outfit SH 94.2104-2109.
Physical Description
Pair of woman's high-heeled shoes painted in purple / bronze colours. Foot of shoe rises to ankle with wing-like flaps at back. 10 cm stiletto heels. Sole and inner lining are leather.
More Information
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Collection Names
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Collecting Areas
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Acquisition Information
Donation from Ms Prue Acton, 21 Nov 1994
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Manufacturer
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Designer
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Commissioned By
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Date Made
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Place & Date Used
Melbourne, Greater Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 1983 or later
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User
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Inscriptions
Fabric label inside both shoes, brown on cream: GUIDO PASQUALI/MILANO/MADE IN ITALY.
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Classification
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Category
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Discipline
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Type of item
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overall dimensions
20 cm (Height)
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Dimensions
250 mm (Length), 70 mm (Width), 200 mm (Height)
Measurement From Conservation.
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References
RMIT Collection
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Keywords
Clothing, Fashion, Fashion Industry, Race Wear, Women's Footwear, Making History - Prue Acton
