In the Roaring Twenties, the Western world was alive with the sound of jazz. Hemlines were shorter, dance floors were packed, and the age of cinema was just beginning. Mary Janes were the shoe of choice for ladies who wanted to spend hours doing the Charleston in a lively club. The instep strap of the shoe offered a secure fit, and a low, chunky heel was a stable, smart choice. The style was so popular that it’s still the shoe of choice for many ballroom dancers and stage performers.