Condition:
Good vintage condition. Minor surface scuffing on the suede heel area (as photographed); soles and interior remain clean and well kept. Structurally sound.
Key Features:
- Material: Genuine suede upper, leather sole
- Colour: Rich crimson red
- Design:
- V-cut sweetheart vamp
- Pointed toe
- Mid-height stiletto heel
- Elegant sculpted 1980s silhouette
- Style: Late 1980s Italian pumps
- Brand: Baldinini, Made in Italy
- Size: IT 40
Background of the Brand/Fabric/Style/Era:
Founded in 1910 in Italy’s renowned San Mauro Pascoli shoemaking district, Baldinini is celebrated for its luxury craftsmanship and refined leatherwork. During the late 1980s and early 1990s, the brand became known for sculptural, feminine silhouettes and high-quality suede heels.
This pair reflects that era’s signature design language: a bold V-cut front, rich colour palette and expertly shaped stiletto. All made in Italy, these pumps demonstrate the high-end artisanal construction Baldinini is known for.
Provenance – Doreen Willis Bailey:
This pair comes from the wardrobe of Doreen Willis Bailey, a Canadian-born TWA hostess in the 1940s–50s who later worked with the American government promoting international travel in the UK. Known for her cosmopolitan lifestyle and refined taste, she met and served notable figures including JFK. Now celebrating her 100th birthday, Doreen’s wardrobe offers a rare and intimate glimpse into a century of fashion, travel, and cultural elegance.
Size Information:
- Modern Sizing Equivalent:
- UK: Women’s 7
- US: Women’s 9
- EU: Women’s 40
- Heel Height: 8.5 cm
Materials:
Suede upper
Leather sole
Leather lining
Care Instructions:
Brush gently with a suede brush. Avoid moisture. Store away from direct sunlight.
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68 Charing Cross Road, London WC2H 0BB, to try on and collect your items (£1 admin fee applies).
UK delivery: £4 on orders under £100, free over £100.
International delivery: Calculated at checkout
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