Bring a playful and classic vibe to your collection with these 1988 Carousel Howdy Doody Child Size Slippers, a rare deadstock find that captures the mid-century spirit of television’s most famous marionette.
Produced during the late 80s nostalgia boom, these slippers feature highly detailed, hand-painted plastic heads of Howdy Doody, complete with his signature freckles, wide grin, and bright blue eyes. The design is quintessentially "Howdy," incorporating a red and black plaid flannel-style upper, a bright blue bandana, and a durable denim-look fabric for the feet. Finding these in "New with Tag" condition is a significant discovery for collectors of Americana, as the original vibrant yellow "Feet" branding remains securely attached.
These slippers are in excellent vintage condition, having never been worn. The colors are crisp, the plastic is free of scuffs, and the plush interior remains soft and undisturbed. While they are technically child-sized footwear, they serve as an incredible display piece for a shelf of vintage toys, a media room, or a collection of 1950s-inspired television memorabilia. They are a tactile, nostalgic connection to the "Howdy Doody Time" legacy.
This item is vintage, over 35 years old. All measurements are close but approximate. I measure in quarter inches.
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Origin: Carousel / NBC Licensed
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Era: 1988
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Material: Plastic, Synthetic Fabric, Denim-style Cotton
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Dimensions: Child Size Medium (Approx. 8" length)
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Condition: Excellent / New with Tag (NWT)
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Special Feature: Plastic molded heads; original "Feet" tag