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Image of Brocade T-strap evening shoes, ca. 1920s

Brocade T-strap evening shoes, ca. 1920s

This pair of women's brocade T-strap evening shoes were sold in the 1920s by I. Miller Co. and worn by Olive J. Smith, buyer for Nordstrom and local fashion influencer.
ID Number:1974.5916.1
Date:Circa 1920
Image of Black high heels with black bows, ca. 1950s

Black high heels with black bows, ca. 1950s

These pumps, "Mijji by Deluca Originals," were purchased from Best's Apparel in Seattle in the 1950s.
ID Number:1974.5919.116
Date:Circa 1950
Image of White loafers worn by Daniel J. Evans, ca. 1971

White loafers worn by Daniel J. Evans, ca. 1971

Daniel J. Evans most likely wore these Sak's-Fifth Avenue shoes while he was the Governor of Washington State from 1965-1977. He later was a State Senator from 1983-1989.
ID Number:1974.5924.5
Date:Circa 1971
Image of White Corfam pumps, ca. 1958

White Corfam pumps, ca. 1958

In the 1950s, Best's Apparel was located on the corner of Fifth and Pine Streets in downtown Seattle. The company combined with Nordstrom in the 1960s to become Nordstrom-Best's.
ID Number:1974.5983.1
Date:Circa 1958
Image of Chiffon and taffeta dress from MacDougall & Southwick, ca. 1915

Chiffon and taffeta dress from MacDougall & Southwick, ca. 1915

This light and romantic dress is typical of 1910s fashion. The wide hips reference the 18th century, but the shortened length is evidence of the modernizing changes that occurred during the First World War. In addition to a label for Seattle department store MacDougall & Southwick, there is also one which reads “Harry Collins, Art in Dress, Authorized Reproduction by…
ID Number:1975.5995.9C2095
Date:Circa 1915
Image of Brown calf boots worn by John Doyle Bishop, ca. 1960s-1970s

Brown calf boots worn by John Doyle Bishop, ca. 1960s-1970s

John Doyle Bishop (1913-1980) operated a high-end women’s clothing store in Seattle from 1950 until his death in 1980. He sourced designer garments from the United States and Europe and provided personalized fashion advice for his devoted clients. He was also known for his personal style and cultivated a reputation as a local personality.
ID Number:1975.6056.2A
Date:Circa 1960-1970
Image of Green and white leather shoes worn by John Doyle Bishop, ca. 1970s

Green and white leather shoes worn by John Doyle Bishop, ca. 1970s

John Doyle Bishop (1913-1980) operated a high-end women’s clothing store in Seattle from 1950 until his death in 1980. He sourced designer garments from the United States and Europe and provided personalized fashion advice for his devoted clients. He was also known for his personal style and cultivated a reputation as a local personality. Bishop took great pride in his…
ID Number:1975.6056.3E
Date:Circa 1970
Image of Pair of suede loafers worn by John Doyle Bishop, 1960s-1970s

Pair of suede loafers worn by John Doyle Bishop, 1960s-1970s

John Doyle Bishop (1913-1980) operated a high-end women’s clothing store in Seattle from 1950 until his death in 1980. He sourced designer garments from the United States and Europe and provided personalized fashion advice for his devoted clients. He was also known for his personal style and cultivated a reputation as a local personality.
ID Number:1975.6056.3G
Date:Circa 1960-1970
Image of Pair of carpet slippers worn by John Doyle Bishop, ca. 1960

Pair of carpet slippers worn by John Doyle Bishop, ca. 1960

John Doyle Bishop (1913-1980) operated a high-end women’s clothing store in Seattle from 1950 until his death in 1980. He sourced designer garments from the United States and Europe and provided personalized fashion advice for his devoted clients. He was also known for his personal style and cultivated a reputation as a local personality. These slippers are in the style…
ID Number:1975.6056.4
Date:Circa 1960
Image of Green patterned suit worn by John Doyle Bishop, 1970

Green patterned suit worn by John Doyle Bishop, 1970

John Doyle Bishop (1913-1980) operated a high-end women’s clothing store in Seattle from 1950 until his death in 1980. He sourced designer garments from the United States and Europe and provided personalized fashion advice for his devoted clients. He was also known for his personal style and cultivated a reputation as a local personality. He had most of his suits…
ID Number:1975.6056.14C2124
Date:1970
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