Orbost & District Historical Society
pair of shoes, Parker Coronal - New York, c. 1960s
... winkle-pickers women-shoes mary-gilbert... of the fashion of the 1960s. winkle-pickers women-shoes mary-gilbert Made ...
These shoes were called "winkle pickers" because of their pointed toes and came into fashion during the 1960s. These were probably worn by Mary Gilbert and donated by her. Mary was a well-known Orbost teacher and historian. These shoes have a personal association with Mary Gilbert from Orbost and are also typical of the fashion of the 1960s.A pair of deep red patent leather women's shoes with pointed toes and thin heels. The front of the shoe has a decorative small rosette and leaves. Made in USA New Yorkwinkle-pickers women-shoes mary-gilbert