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October 1938: A pair of Underground shoes designed for an exhibition at New York World Fair, made by Stricklands. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

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Hulton Archive

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This photograph showcases a remarkable pair of Tube Shoes, designed specifically for an exhibition at the prestigious New York World Fair in October 1938. Created by the renowned Stricklands brand, these avant-garde shoes push the boundaries of fashion and footwear design during the 1930s. The portrait format allows us to fully appreciate every intricate detail of these bizarre yet fascinating shoes. The stark contrast between black and white emphasizes their unique shape and structure, making them truly stand out as a work of art. As we delve into this snapshot from history, we are transported back to an era where creativity knew no bounds. These Tube Shoes epitomize the innovative spirit that defined fashion during this period. With their unconventional silhouette and daring style, they challenge traditional notions of what footwear should be. It is evident that these shoes were not made for everyday wear but rather as a statement piece meant to captivate audiences at exhibitions such as the New York World Fair. They represent a fusion of form and function, blurring the lines between practicality and artistic expression. This print from Hulton Archive serves as a testament to human ingenuity in fashion design throughout time. It invites us to marvel at how even something as ordinary as shoes can become extraordinary works of art when placed in capable hands like those behind Stricklands' visionary creations.

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