’80s Shoes
Adidas Campus sneakers came out in 1970 and were originally called “Tournament.” It was only in the 80s that the sneaker was re-named.
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’80s Shoes
Image Credit: Comfortiva Leather ankle boots, especially witchy kinds, were extremely popular, especially amongst the younger generation. Known to many as “Granny” boots, the footwear became popular in the 70s and continued on into the 80s.
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’80s Shoes
Image Credit: Everlane Leather flats in the 80s were a comfortable alternative to the popular heels of the time. The footwear could be dressed up or made casual, making them the perfect addition to any wardrobe.
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’80s Shoes
Image Credit: Timberland Timberland’s classic yellow boot was and is beloved by many. In the 80s, the style was seen on just about everyone from rappers to models.
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’80s Shoes
Image Credit: Old Navy Espadrilles became popular in the 80s thanks in part to their comfort. The first ever espadrille shoes date back to the 13th century in France.
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’80s Shoes
Image Credit: K-Swiss A variety of K-Swiss sneakers were exceedingly popular in the 80s, specifically the brand’s high-top styles.
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’80s Shoes
Image Credit: Journee Kitten heels were extremely popular in the 80s because they had a forgiving and walkable heel. The style continued to grow in popularity in the 90s.
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’80s Shoes
Image Credit: Vans Vans has many styles that were popular in the 80s, however, none have as much longevity as the checkerboard slip-on. The brand’s slip-on silhouette was introduced in 1977 but the checkerboard colorway came out in the early ’80s.
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’80s Shoes
Image Credit: Saucony Saucony’s Jazz Original sneakers were conceived in 1981 in partnership with leading podiatrist Frank Santopietro to offer a design that focused on reducing weight and achieving greater balance.
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’80s Shoes
Image Credit: Chelsea Crew Saddle shoes were a preppy and popular choice back in the 80s. Crafted of leather, the shoe mimicked the look of an oxford but with a heel.
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’80s Shoes
Image Credit: LA Gear LA Gears high-top sneakers, specifically the ones fitted with lights, were extremely popular. The brand was immensely popular during the 80s and 90s.
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’80s Shoes
Image Credit: Sperry Boat shoes, specifically Sperry’s, were majorly popular in the 80s, especially among men. Paul A. Sperry created the boat shoe we know today back in 1935.
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’80s Shoes
Image Credit: Dr. Martens Dr. Martens’ footwear, specifically the brand’s boots, were a pivotal part of the 80s and 90s. The brand’s 1460 boot in 1960.
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’80s Shoes
Image Credit: Converse High-top Converse sneakers were a large part of the 80s and 90s. Everybody from punk rockers and hip hop artists to gym goers and suburban dads wore Chuck Taylors in a range of colors. The shoe was conceived in 1922.
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’80s Shoes
Image Credit: Nike Nike’s Vandal Supreme came out in 1984 as a basketball sneaker but has become an iconic lifestyle shoe.
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’80s Shoes
Image Credit: Nike Nike’s Air Force 1 sneakers ruled the streets in the 80s and still remain popular to this day.
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’80s Shoes
Image Credit: Courtesy of brand Minnetonka “Thunderbird” moccasin.
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’80s Shoes
Image Credit: Courtesy of brand Reebok Freestyles high tops gained massive popularity during the 1980s aerobics craze, even accounting for more than half of Reebok sales in 1984.
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’80s Shoes
Image Credit: Courtesy of Bealls Florida Eastlands, a brown loafer that had yellow and brown strings that were tied into curly q’s, were a popular shoe with people who wanted to look casual without wearing sneakers.
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Keds
Image Credit: Courtesy of Keds Keds Champion sneakers.
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’80s Shoes
Image Credit: Courtesy of Nike If you liked sports, you were most likely wearing Air Jordans, which were named after Michael Jordan, who at that time played shooting guard and small forward for the Chicago Bulls.
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’80s Shoes
Image Credit: Courtesy of Ebay Bo Jackson’s cross trainers by Nike, including the Air Trainer Max, were sneaker styles that gained popularity from a professional athlete. Bo Jackson was a pro football player for the Los Angeles Raiders and baseball player for the Kansas City Royals in 1989.
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’80s Shoes
Image Credit: Courtesy of Shoebuy Penny Loafers were a popular unisex shoe, especially among the prepsters. Everyone from Madonna to Blane from “Pretty in Pink,” rocked the style.
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’80s Shoes
Image Credit: Courtesy of Etsy Huaraches, a woven leather, pre-Columbian type of Mexican and Central American sandal, were a ’80s summertime staple.
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’80s Shoes
Image Credit: Courtesy of Jelly Beans Jelly Shoes gained popularity after a buyer from Bloomingdale’s in New York saw them at a shoe convention in Chicago and decided to add them to the store’s inventory.