Every shoe tells a story.
Add a touch of glamor and elegance to your wardrobe with American Duchess - meticulously reproduced footwear inspired by the fashions of history.
Esme 1930s Wedges Pride Edition
15% of profits from every pair of Pride Esme Wedges sold will be donated to the Point Foundation LGBTQ+ and Ally Scholarship Fund.
Pompadour 18th Century Shoes
Picture-perfect footwear for your exquisite Baroque and Rococo costumes.
Josephine 18th Century Pumps
This jaunty pump's uppers are constructed in lovely striped cotton, with period-accurate side seams and a cotton twill lining.
Bronte Slippers
Interior lacing loops allow for ribbons to be laced through in a variety of attractive arrangements.
Esme 1930s Wedges Pride Edition
15% of profits from every pair of Pride Esme Wedges sold will be donated to the Point Foundation LGBTQ+ and Ally Scholarship Fund.
Pompadour 18th Century Shoes
Picture-perfect footwear for your exquisite Baroque and Rococo costumes.
Josephine 18th Century Pumps
This jaunty pump's uppers are constructed in lovely striped cotton, with period-accurate side seams and a cotton twill lining.
Bronte Slippers
Interior lacing loops allow for ribbons to be laced through in a variety of attractive arrangements.
From Past to Present
Each American Duchess design is a marriage of meticulous historical research and our expertise in modern footwear manufacturing.
But these designs only come to life with the support of our community. When you pre-order with American Duchess, you allow us to bring new life to these styles at the best price we can offer.
Explore the Blog
Catch up on all things American Duchess! From costuming tips to deep dives into fashion history, our blog will keep you educated and entertained.
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A little History of Arsenic Green
Fabrics for the 18th Century & Beyond
Designing Vintage Shoes: 1940s Style
Jessica Out of the Closet
Vintage charm comes alive with this collection of flats and pumps, based on original shoes from the 1940s and 1950s. Designed in collaboration with YouTuber Jessica Kellgren-Fozard, each pair boasts fetching bows, alluring design details, and accessible closures.
Bata Collection
Own a piece of wearable art when you shop our best-selling collection of embroidered satin footwear. Crafted in partnership with the Bata Shoe Museum in Toronto and inspired by florals in footwear and the legacy of famous designer François Pinet.
