Tabi Toe & Split Toe shoes

Discover Tabi shoes in Australia at Marie Claire Shoes, featuring distinctive split toe footwear inspired by traditional Japanese tabi. Recognised by the separation between the big toe and the remaining toes, the Tabi silhouette creates an instantly recognisable look that feels both minimalist and directional.

Traditional Japanese tabi have been worn for centuries, with the split-toe construction originally designed to be worn with thong-style footwear. In contemporary fashion, the silhouette became internationally recognised through Martin Margiela, whose famous Tabi boot debuted with Maison Margiela in 1988 and transformed the traditional form into an avant-garde fashion statement.

Today, split toe shoes extend far beyond the original heeled boot. Tabi-inspired footwear appears in flats, ballet shoes, loafers, boots and other modern silhouettes, offering a distinctive alternative to conventional round, square and pointed toes.

At Marie Claire Shoes, the current Tabi shoe collection is centred on Yuko Imanishi. The range includes the 701052-8 Tabi ballet flat in black leather and grey patent, alongside the 737038-1 Tabi ankle boot in black and soft grey leather. These styles bring the split-toe silhouette into wearable everyday shapes while keeping the architectural look that makes Tabi footwear so recognisable.

The ballet flats offer a softer interpretation of the trend, pairing the distinctive toe shape with a low-profile silhouette that works with denim, tailored trousers and dresses. The ankle boots make a stronger statement, combining the Tabi toe with leather construction and a sculpted block heel.

Whether you’re searching for Tabi shoes, split toe shoes, Tabi ballet flats or Tabi boots in Australia, this collection offers a contemporary way to explore one of fashion’s most distinctive footwear silhouettes.

Shop Tabi shoes at Marie Claire Shoes online or visit our Subiaco, Perth store to discover Yuko Imanishi split toe ballet flats and ankle boots.