Brogue Collection

London Life - Fashion pages by Jean Shrimpton, 1965
Spread from the short-lived but impossibly cool magazine, London Life, with a column by sixties supermodel Jean Shrimpton who regularly wrote about the clothes she liked

Raoul Shoe Company 1912
Chic Parisian footwear offered for sale in Regent St featuring a brogue shoe, fancy top boot, seaside shoe, French shoes and court shoe

Woman's brogue shoe design in pale leather within an art deco abstract border
FLO4603064 Woman's brogue shoe design in pale leather within an art deco abstract border. Chromolithograph from Andre Camy's La Chausage d'Art, The Art Shoe, August-September, Paris

Woman's brogue shoe design in ivory leather with snakeskin lace-up panel within an art deco abstract border
FLO4603079 Woman's brogue shoe design in ivory leather with snakeskin lace-up panel within an art deco abstract border

Woman's brogue shoe design in brown leather with snakeskin panel within an art deco abstract border
FLO4603084 Woman's brogue shoe design in brown leather with snakeskin panel within an art deco abstract border. Chromolithograph from Andre Camy's La Chausage d'Art, The Art Shoe

A Variety of womens shoes 1926
Ladies 1920s footwear, including slippers, tennis and dress shoes. Date: circa 1926

Womans brogue shoe design in brown leather, 1930
Womans brogue shoe design in brown leather with snakeskin panel within an art deco abstract border. Chromolithograph from Andre Camys La Chaussure d Art, The Art Shoe, August-September, Paris, 1930

Womans brogue shoe design in ivory leather, 1930
Womans brogue shoe design in ivory leather with snakeskin lace-up panel within an art deco abstract border. Chromolithograph from Andre Camys La Chaussure d Art, The Art Shoe, August-September

Womans brogue shoe design in pale leather within an art deco abstract border. Chromolithograph from Andre Camys La Chaussure d Art, The Art Shoe, August-September, Paris, 1930

"Macalister", from The Clans of the Scottish Highlands, pub. 1845 (colour litho)
3804288 " Macalister", from The Clans of the Scottish Highlands, pub.1845 (colour litho) by McIan, Robert Ronald (1803-56); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; Scottish

Advert for Marshall & Snelgrove childrens footwear 1927
Selection of childrens footwear from 1927. Date: 1927

Page of fashion adverts - October 1927
Page of four fashion adverts for womens clothing, for Autumn, from The Illustrated Sporting and Dramatic News, October 1927

A Variety of womens walking shoes 1926
Ladies 1920s footwear walking shoe. Date: circa 1926

Macalister, from The Clans of the Scottish Highlands, pub. 1845 (colour lithograph)

Advert for London Shoe Company 1898
A selection of victorian boots, real whale skin for shooting, ladys field boot made from tan or blacking calf, button or lace, smart toe brogues

Super brogues advertisement, 1919
Advertisement for super brogues for sports, town and country jaunts. Built by W. Abbott and Sons Ltd for the demobbed officer who

Highland dress for Girls - advertisement, 1956
The Atholl outfit - as serviceable as it is attractive comprising a Tweed jacket, tartan kilt, jersey blouse, tie, stockings, brogue shoes and kilt pin. Available from Paisleys Ltd of Glasgow

Patent Pump Shoes
Shiny black patent pump shoe with punched brogue vamp and chunky heel

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Step into the world of timeless style with brogue shoes. Dating back to the early 20th century, these classic footwear pieces have stood the test of time and continue to be a staple in fashion today. In 1912, the Raoul Shoe Company introduced brogues to London's fashion scene, captivating stylish individuals like Jean Shrimpton in 1965. The iconic model graced the pages of London Life - Fashion, showcasing her impeccable taste by pairing brogues with chic ensembles. The versatility of brogues is evident through various designs that emerged over the years. In the 1930s, women embraced brown leather brogues for a touch of sophistication and elegance. Ivory leather options also gained popularity during this time, exuding a refined charm. Brogue shoes were not limited to one color; pale leather variations added a subtle yet distinctive flair to any outfit. These delicate hues perfectly complemented feminine styles while maintaining their distinct masculine roots. Drawing inspiration from Scottish heritage, Macalister brogues made an appearance in both literature and fashion throughout history. A colour lithograph from "The Clans of the Scottish Highlands" published in 1845 captured their essence beautifully. Children were not excluded from enjoying this fashionable trend either. Marshall & Snelgrove advertised children's footwear featuring adorable miniature versions of these sophisticated shoes as early as 1927. Flipping through October 1927's fashion adverts reveals an array of stunning shoe choices for women walking confidently on city streets or strolling leisurely through parks. Brogue designs took center stage among other trendy options available at that time. With each passing year, designers continued to reinvent brogue styles while preserving their traditional appeal. Women had countless choices when it came to selecting walking shoes or adding variety to their shoe collection in 1926.