The News In Shoes: Getting Off On A Sound Footing

March, 1979

With the trend in trousers to a narrower, tapered shape, footwear is naturally getting more attention. Designers are concentrating on re-forming the classics—and the basics for almost any shoe wardrobe are reflected here: from the dressy fundamentals of brogues to the elegant casuals, such as slip-ons and sandals. Even the most casual styles are gaining a more solid fashion footing, to the point where they are not infrequently seen in the presence of three-piece suits. The point being, shoes are...