Mary Jane’s are the ever popular feminine style that have a strap around the ankle to hold the foot in place.
The traditional style is named after a comic strip character who was always pictured in a pair of patent Mary Jane’s. The lovable character appeareared in the famous Buster Brown series that featured in the New York Herald regularly in the early 1900’s.
Since then The Mary Jane has become an iconic footwear design, typically for children the footwear design has proven a popular choice for women too. Mary Jane’s feature heavily in our AW12 collection, here are some highlights-
Peter Kaiser Helmo is a beautiful example of how the traditional Mary Jane can be transformed into a high fashion statement piece. The stiletto heel and glossy patent finish add a glamorous edge and as with all Peter Kaiser shoes, the quality of production is second to none.
Hispanitas Victoria 26979 is a typically Spanish Mary Jane or should we say Merceditas!
The leather court shoe has a patent strap which has is finished with a stylish pewter button engraved with the Hispanitas logo. The strap is fastened with Velcro which you would never guess looking at the shoe. Victoria 26979 would make a fantastic choice of work shoe.
Clarks Alva Kendra is not your typical Mary Jane style as it has a T-bar buckle fastening but it is an early staff favourite for the season. In wine patent the style has a vintage feel, echoing back to the 1930’s. From the Clarks Softwear range, the cushioned platform sole is a blessing for feet.
Gabor Equinox is a good comfortable Mary Jane style. The wide ankle strap holds the foot securely in place and the round toe shape follows the natural shape of the foot. A timeless classic Gabor Equinox with it’s sturdy block heel is a great everyday shoe.
