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This week, we’re diving into former Philippine First Lady Imelda Marcos’ 3,000-pair shoe collection. As a girl growing up in the Philippines, the first thing I knew about our infamous First...
Sep 21, 2018 · In smaller print was the manufacturer’s name: “Imelda Marcos by Marlet Shoes.” Brands from the department store Rustan’s were mostly from the Philippines during the Marcos regime and so ...
But the biggest surprise was inside Imelda’s 1,500 square foot closet: 508 gowns, 888 handbags and a massive shoe collection that the Presidential Commission on Good Government (PCGG) in the Philippines claimed included 3,000 pairs of high heels, flats, sandals, boots and slippers, all size 8.5.
Jul 20, 2023 · Imelda Marcos’ shoe collection, seen in 1987. Imelda’s collection is certainly extensive, with pairs hailing from a wide array of brands — including Chanel, Dior, Gucci and Charles...
May 11, 2022 · Where are Imelda Marcos’ shoes now? About 800 pairs of the designer shoes can now be viewed at the Marikina Shoe Museum in the north of the country. The collection features shoes of all shapes and sizes, from kitten heels to flat boots from local makers and designers like Christian Dior.
May 11, 2022 · Today, the Marikina Shoe museum holds around 750 pairs of Imelda Marcos’ shoes. Brands on display include Charles Jourdan, Christian Dior, Gucci and Oleg Cassini, as well as shoes Imelda wore by local designers, who reportedly delivered her ten pairs a week.
Jun 12, 2024 · Marcos’ shoe collection reportedly totaled 3,000 pairs, though the final count was around 1,060. Her wardrobe also included 15 mink coats, 508 gowns, 888 handbags and a bulletproof bra. Many...
