June 23, 2011

The Bata Shoe Museum celebrates “The Roaring Twenties” with a focus on the wardrobe of the “New Woman” – particularly “heels, hemlines and high spirits.” The 1920s saw shorter hemlines, and as such, stylish shoes became a decided fashion statement and a necessity for any woman wanting to make a lasting impression. Footwear was influenced by the modernity of the post-war era; cinemas and jazz clubs became fashionable, world travel became more accessible, and the “flapper” style defined the generation.

The Roaring Twenties: Heels, Hemlines and High Spirits is open until June 2012; admission is $14, which gives you access to the entire Bata Shoe Museum. For more information on the exhibit and the museum, including hours of operation, go to www.batashoemuseum.ca.