Socks

Unknown

ca. 1940 · wool · Costume Institute

Contemporary designers seeking a more ergonomically sound form have created socks and shoes that reflect the articulation of the toes. Pierre Cardin, in collaboration with Carlos Peñafiel, modified the footprint of his man's shoe only slightly. But he suggested a more natural shape than is actually created by indicating the toes of the foot in clear relief.

Artist

Unknown

Date

ca. 1940

Medium

wool

Culture

American

Department

Costume Institute

Credit line

Gift of Miss Grace Johnson, 1943