Snow boots

[decodoll]

So do I, Rosie! Yes, it basically just covers your toes, and the sling part stretches around the back of your shoe to hold them on. I got both pairs of mine on ebay. They don't usually go for very much.

 

[waingirl]

I took a photo of my 1944-45 Fall/Winter Montgomery Wards Catalogue.

That catalogue photo is great decodoll. For a Syracuse winter I would definitely need the tallest pair-#15. It's too bad that there isn't a company out there that makes vintage repros for winter boots. Even if you had a pair of real vintage, it would be insane to wear them out and ruin them.

 

[maisie]

Ohh decodoll I love your boots! Why can't i find any like that in my size! :rage: Cause i've got a 40's black coat, muff and hat all trim in that curly lamb (or persian lamb, or whatever different names it has been called lol!) and i think it is so cute!
I have a pair of black galoshes, that go over shoes, they are like black velveteen material on the outside with a fur trim over the top and are all fleece lined on the inside to keep your tooties warm! lol! But i'm worried that if i wear the the heel of the shoes with go through the rubber!!

 

[decodoll]

That catalogue photo is great decodoll. For a Syracuse winter I would definitely need the tallest pair-#15. It's too bad that there isn't a company out there that makes vintage repros for winter boots. Even if you had a pair of real vintage, it would be insane to wear them out and ruin them.

Number 15 looks to be a pretty basic galosh style. I should think you'll be able to find something very similar today.

Ohh decodoll I love your boots! Why can't i find any like that in my size! Cause i've got a 40's black coat, muff and hat all trim in that curly lamb (or persian lamb, or whatever different names it has been called !) and i think it is so cute!
I have a pair of black galoshes, that go over shoes, they are like black velveteen material on the outside with a fur trim over the top and are all fleece lined on the inside to keep your tooties warm! ! But i'm worried that if i wear the the heel of the shoes with go through the rubber!!
Today 02:39 PM

Thanks, Maise! It took me awhile to find them even in my size. I was watching ebay for a few years. I have a pair like you describe as well. I was never really afraid about the rubber heel, however, I was always concerned about the boot rubbing against my vintage shoes! I have a 1940's winter 3/4 length persian lamb coat the matches my boots very well, but it never really gets cold enough here to wear it.

 

[maisie]

Thanks, Maise! It took me awhile to find them even in my size. I was watching ebay for a few years. I have a pair like you describe as well. I was never really afraid about the rubber heel, however, I was always concerned about the boot rubbing against my vintage shoes! I have a 1940's winter 3/4 length persian lamb coat the matches my boots very well, but it never really gets cold enough here to wear it.

Well living in England means that i never have to worry about the weather, or will i get the chance to wear 'yet another' coat!!lol Good excuse for buying them as you need one for all occasions! Even know in August it has been raining all day!![huh]

I know what you mean about the shoes rubbing againest the inside, but i was more concerned with get a pair of shoes that would actually fit inside! So i manged to get a pair of NOS CC41 pumps that fit perfectly and as they are leather, not suede that would be a nightmare, so they sort of get a quick polish from the fleece inside the boot!!lol

 

[imoldfashioned]

Ohh decodoll I love your boots! Why can't i find any like that in my size! :rage: Cause i've got a 40's black coat, muff and hat all trim in that curly lamb (or persian lamb, or whatever different names it has been called lol!) and i think it is so cute!
I have a pair of black galoshes, that go over shoes, they are like black velveteen material on the outside with a fur trim over the top and are all fleece lined on the inside to keep your tooties warm! lol! But i'm worried that if i wear the the heel of the shoes with go through the rubber!!

Maisie, I'd love to see a photo of your persian lamb ensemble if you have one. Thanks!

 

[jitterbugdoll]

Cause i've got a 40's black coat, muff and hat all trim in that curly lamb

I have two sets with the same trim--one is a black wool coat, and the other is a grey swagger coat with black Persian lamb trim. I just had a photo taken of the black ensemble the other day, so I will have to post it here

 

[Tafty]

US Gaytees

My first post....wow what a great forum! This company made adorable rain and snow boots! You can see lots of ads on ebay, plus an occasional pair. If anybody has a tiny size 5 foot, I have a pair NOS in the box. Way too small for me but couldn't pass them up.

Cheers,
Beth

 

[maisie]

Here are some pics of the persian lamb 'ensemble'! ( it all is really jet black, but the camera disagrees!!)
I got the coat of ebay about this time last year, yet i have only just recieved it because i had it sent to a friend in CA (cause seller wouldn't send over here!) who kept it and they posted it over surface!!
I also got the muff off ebay, but the hat i got at a military show for the amazing price of £8 ($15)! It was on a stall with a lady selling lots of overpriced 40's items, but this was her friends! There is nothing wrong with it, perfect condition and its great cause i have been looking for one for ages!! And they normally seem to go for so much on ebay!

 

[jitterbugdoll]

My black coat is very similar to yours, maisie, only mine ties at the waist as well

 

[maisie]

Yes, i love the shape, unfortunatly it looks a bit creased in the photos and the manniquin was too small, but it looks so much better on a real person! Now I just need the cold weather to wear it in!

 

[jitterbugdoll]

Yes, i love the shape, unfortunatly it looks a bit creased in the photos and the manniquin was too small, but it looks so much better on a real person! Now I just need the cold weather to wear it in!

Yes, we need the cold weather here as well (I am very ready for the blazing heat to go away ) Even though it never gets terribly cold, I still get to wear my coats for about a month!

 

[waingirl]

Beautiful ensemble maisie, I just love it! You will have to get a picture of yourself in it.

 

[Daisy Buchanan]

Wow Maisie, that ensemble is so pretty. I wish I had an outfit like that. I find it so difficult to look "put together" in the cold weather. That ensemble would definitely do the trick.

 

[decodoll]

Absolutely Gorgeous!!!!! It's a good thing you live so far away, Maise! I'd be very tempted to turn to a life of crime to get my hands on that set!!

 

[olive bleu]

It is a requirement here in Boston, if you want to navigate through the city sidewalks that are piled up with snow not only from major storms but from snow plows that dump all of the snow from the street onto the sidewalk, to have a reliable pair of snow boots.
I have yet to find a repro that can handle this kind of weather. I have a pair of LL Bean duck boots, lined with thinsulate, they go up past my calf. They are probably the ugliest boots ever made, but they are incredibly reliable and comfortable. LL Bean is a great outfitter for everything outdoors, based in Maine, their Freeport store is open 24 hours a day. I have been wearing duck boots since I could walk. Hemingway Jones and I have matching pairs, isn't that sweet!! They are so well made, that his are over 10 years old, and still in great condition. Mine are 3 years old, and they still look brand new. They even come with a 10 year sole replacement warranty. They are great in the rain, snow, sleet, just made for the crazy New England weather we have. Once again, they aren't the prettiest of boots, but when it comes to keeping my feet warm in a blizzard, I wouldn't wear anything else.check them out here

hey i have these very same Bean boots!!! I have had mine for about 4 years,i was going to buy something new this year, but maybe i will stick with them after all. Seems it is going to be apretty big challenge getting something beautiful and warm enough for these northeast coast winters!!

 

[Miss Crisplock]

I can't be sure by the picture, but while it is rare, I have seen women ski in skirts. Women started out skiing in skirts, and some still do, ususally for religious reasons. Nuns ski in their habits, of course.

 

[Honey Doll]

Cute vintagey pair of snow boots

These were in my latest Aerosoles catalog....

http://store.aerosoles.com/escalate...0014062c&pc=SHEAR+PERFECTION&ret=Whatsnew+All

Honey Doll

 

[Marc Chevalier]

But those snow boots made of suede. Huh?

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[Honey Doll]

Yes sir...

But those snow boots made of suede. Huh?

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And high heels, for very carefully walking about town being especially sure to avoid any snow or ice as might cause injury...or worse damage to your lovely boots.

Honey Doll