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'Shoe fashions at Collinson's' leaflet

Archive reference number DX/187

Accession number 1979.645

illustration of 2 smartly dressed ladies walking away from a Rolls Royce with a chauffeur holding the door open, with text 'Shoe fashions at Collinson's'

Front cover of leaflet

Double page spread from inside leaflet with lots of illustrations of shoes and stylishly dressed figures pursuing leisure activities such as playing golf and walking a dog

Centre pages of leaflet

The text on the centre pages reads:

"Footwear for Autumn and Winter Days.

J. Collinson & Co. herewith depict six new styles which are representative of all that is best in this season's Walking and Golfing Footwear.

The newest note in colouring, the latest conception in shoe-modelling, technical knowledge of leather values - these are all combined to produce shoes of the highest character and artistic achievement.

The discernin public of to-day demand continued originality in their Footwear, and will find every requirement anticipated in the lavish variety and completeness of the stock placed at their service by J. Collinson & Co.

"A House with Old Traditions"

J. Collinson & Co., 34/36, Bold Street, Liverpool. Established 1831"

The illustrations of shoes are labelled as follows:

"The 'Ghillie' Shoe. In Willow Calf with Lizard strappings. Price 57/6. In all Willow Calf, Prices 31/6 to 46/6.

Reliable Golfing Shoe. In strong grain leather, possessing those weatherproof qualities that are so essential. In various strengths. Prices 39/6 to 48/6 .

Fully-brogued Country Shoe. In Willow Calf with studded Uskide soles for hard wear, Price 43/6.

Portraying the New Bulrush shade in Willow Calf and Deerskin. A low heel model in perfect accord with a country costume. Price 41/6. In all Willow Calf, 39/6.

A charmin contrast in Bulrush Glacé Kid combined with Lizard Skin. Distinctive and serviceable for Town Wear. Price 47/6.

Autumn Tones in Glacé Kid with Deerskin Panels. An attractive creation modelled on long graceful lines for wear on smart occasions. Price 41/6."

Faded leaflet cover with text as described below

Back cover of leaflet

The text on the back of the leaflet reads:

"Customers may with confidence order by post or telephone, feeling assured that they will receive the same prompt and careful attention that would be given upon a personal visit.
J Collinson & Co.

Telephone: No. Royal 2618 (Private Branch Exchange)."