Historic shoes. Inspired style.
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.
Artemisia Pre-Raphaelite Shoes
Designed in collaboration with artist and historian Elena Kanagy-Loux, Artemisia functions both as a Pre-Raphaelite, mid-late Victorian shoe or as a 14th-16th century Renaissance shoe.
Foxtrot Edwardian Pump
Embody the height of 1910s fashion with these gorgeous Foxtrot pumps! Wear them with historical costumes, contemporary evening-wear, Lolita coords, or your favorite dress for a touch of glamour.
Cleo Edwardian Boots
Cleo is the showstopping, sophisticated, and irresistibly seductive Edwardian boot that you have been dreaming of! Exquisitely detailed cutout straps wrap around the leg, with finely shaped strap closures.
Marigold Rhinestone 1920s Pumps
Based on the lavishly decorated pumps from the Roaring 20s, Marigold is a sumptuous, one-of-a-kind shoe that is fit for dancing the night away.
Artemisia Pre-Raphaelite Shoes
Designed in collaboration with artist and historian Elena Kanagy-Loux, Artemisia functions both as a Pre-Raphaelite, mid-late Victorian shoe or as a 14th-16th century Renaissance shoe.
Foxtrot Edwardian Pump
Embody the height of 1910s fashion with these gorgeous Foxtrot pumps! Wear them with historical costumes, contemporary evening-wear, Lolita coords, or your favorite dress for a touch of glamour.
Cleo Edwardian Boots
Cleo is the showstopping, sophisticated, and irresistibly seductive Edwardian boot that you have been dreaming of! Exquisitely detailed cutout straps wrap around the leg, with finely shaped strap closures.
Marigold Rhinestone 1920s Pumps
Based on the lavishly decorated pumps from the Roaring 20s, Marigold is a sumptuous, one-of-a-kind shoe that is fit for dancing the night away.
We’ve got shoes to suit every occasion. Wear them to a theme party, a wedding or the grocery store.
No matter the venue, you’ll be stepping in style.
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
Shoes That Changed (Fashion) History
Christine McConnell Collection
Our collaboration collection with the one and only Christine McConnell is utterly bewitching with luxe velvets, rich colors, and unique, vintage-inspired silhouettes. All three styles are leather-free and festooned with Christine's signature on in the insole.
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.
