ContributorCommunity HistoryDescriptionWhite leather baby shoes edged with tan bias binding, a strap with button closure, and lace decoration across the front. There is some wear on the soles, marks on the uppers, and some stitching is broken between the soles and uppers. There is also discolouring on the lace. CollectionChildhood daysDate createdc1965Height (mm)105Width (mm)140Maker marks / inscriptions'Made by Fautley Baby shoes' label adhered to the inside heel of the right shoe.Materialsleather, bias, lace, buttonHistorical details
This pair of white leather baby shoes were owned by the Joll family and were worn by Cynthia Joll at approximately ten months of age. The Joll family, who were originally from Brisbane, moved to Perth in 1964 where they lived in Floreat, Wembley and Churchlands.
Vintage baby shoes were often made using high-quality materials like soft leather. Shoes like these would have been worn for special occasions, such as christenings, weddings, or birthdays.
