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[–] Mouselemming@sh.itjust.works 16 points 2 months ago* (last edited 2 months ago) (1 children)

This is a modern cosplay item. But dressy shoes from the 1690s would have had a wide strap or "latchet" from each side, that crossed over and were held by/threaded through a separate fancy buckle. You could use the same buckle with different pairs of shoes. I've been exploring The Met Costume Collection, here's a pair of women's shoes with latchets: https://www.metmuseum.org/art/collection/search/156200

I think working shoes would have simpler ties.

[–] hactar42@lemmy.world 2 points 2 months ago (1 children)

I was watching Wednesday and was wondering what was up with pilgrim hats. Turns out it was a 19th century Victorian invention that has stuck around to today.