Gypsy Coins, 1937
When dress hems started to become shorter, and shoes started to become visible, women desired beautiful footwear. Herman Delman realized the market potential and started a shoe line in 1919. Department stores began carrying the Delman line; Delman was the first line department stores carried besides their own.
Platform, 1939
In 1926 Delman opened a shoe store on Madison Avenue that was more of a gallery than the typical shoe store. Delman's creations were works of art; he used materials such as frog skin and monkey and zebra fur. During World War II leather was rationed, so Delman was forced to use other materials in his work.
Pineapple Heels, 1956
Besides ready-to-wear shoes, Delman also made custom shoes for celebrities and socialites. Delmanette, with a lower price point, was designed for young woman. Delman said that people could judge a woman by the shoes that she wore. So, he strived to make statement shoes for every woman.
Comma Heel, 1993
To buy Delman online, visit www.delmanshoes.com.
Photos from Fashion Wire Daily
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