Good Things From Italy - Le Cose Buone d'Italia

Italy brings us many amazing fashion brands, and there is one region in particular where numerous shoe makers come from – coastal Marche region – and more specifically Fermo and Macerata districts, not far from Rome. The most famous women’s luxury brand from Marche would probably be the jewel-incrusted Loriblu shoes, which would even match Cinderella’s glass slippers! Also the company making those famous Tod’s loafers and Hogan shoes is located in the Marche region. [...]

Protagonists of Spring Summer 2015 Giorgio Grati collection are contemporary and couture silhouettes, a mix of fluid volumes and squared structures to invent new classics. 
Each theme is a declaration of love for nature, art, colour. An exercise in style between tradition and innovation.

The proposals of the new Loriblu shoes for women autumn winter 2014/15  collection includes various models and details to suit every woman: the romantic girl, the strict woman, young-change and those who are about going to the altar. For every moment and every occasion Loriblu has an answer and a proposal of great elegance and unique selection of shoes. Testimonial of the campaign is Elisabetta Gregoraci

Giovanna Nicolai was born in 2006 in Civitanova Marche from the intuition of its founder Daniele Macellari, who intends to continue the family tradition in the Haute Couture, reality consolidates within four generations. GIENNE is tailoring and craftsmanship, synonymous of Italian excellence, contextualized in the global market requirements; the Haute Couture and Prêt-à-Porter collections are the results of research of tissues, rich and fine yarns, worked by the able hands of Italian tailors, repositories of a timeless art. GIENNE is 100% made in Italy certified (according to the Italian law 166/2009 art.16), guarantee of high quality and exclusivity.

In the modern world, not everything faster is better. Sure, we like our download speeds and our pizza delivery to be lightning quick; but not necessarily our fashion.

Santoni, a leading luxury shoe brand from Italy, lives by a different creed, and a different speed: Fatto a Mano su Misura, which means “handmade bespoke,” refers to a special level of service and attention to detail. And it’s something that makes their brand a distinctive addition to Shangri-La Plaza’s East Wing.

Launching the brand last week, Asia area manager Andrea Casavecchia was in town to show us how Italian pride in artisan craftsmanship is what makes Santoni special.

To illustrate the point, he brought along shoe artisan Francesco De Santis from the company’s factory and birthplace in Macerata, a small, medieval-era town in central Italy. De Santis demonstrated the first steps of fatto a mano su misura, which is to trace and measure the clients’ feet on a sheet of paper. From the drawings and measurements, there is the meticulous creation of a wooden last, used as the model to construct the bespoke shoe, or the “build.” That involves hand tooling, hand stitching, and even hand painting by a team of artisans, some of them art students. The result? A very unique pair of shoes. The timetable? From drawing board to your feet: up to three months. [...]

Spring Summer 2014 Preview | Le Silla

In 1837, the greatest Italian poet of the time Giacomo Leopardi died due to an asthma attack at the age of 38, in a small apartment in Napoli. Legend has it that when his grave was dug up, the only item that helped identify his body was a pair of ankle boots found inside the coffin. They were the same size and style as seen in the poets’ portraits. The buried boots survived, perfectly preserved after 63 years!

And so, inspired by this story, Silvano Lattanzi, a shoe maker known for his unconventional materials and concepts, decided to bury different pairs of shoes in a garden for a period of four years in order for them to achieve the same kind of preservation and the antique feel. And following this procedure of naturally ageing shoes below the earth, the buried shoes have come back to life!

The new process involves the footwear being placed on a carpet of straw for protection and covered with dried flowers and other perfumed herbage. The leather shoes result in tones and shades so unique and remarkable, it is impossible to reproduce.[...]

This festive season, storm the red carpet and make a bold statement with the new limited edition shoe from Loriblu, a leading Italian brand in luxury shoes for women and men.

The limited edition Loriblu jewel high heeled sandal was created and dedicated to Paris and was unveiled to celebrate the 10th anniversary of Italian Vanity Fair. The suede platform sandal combined the red and green colours emanating sensual opulence and elegant femininity. The sandal is sculptured like a rose featuring its luxury heels looking like the stalk of the flower and the red petals sit conspicuously on the heel counter. Embellished by SWAROVSKI elements, the platform and stiletto heels accentuate the look. [...]

The D-Bag Couture Collection is the premier offer from Tod’s, comprising a number of limited edition D-Bags designed to illustrate the very best of Made in Italy craftsmanship.

Rodo Firenze represents the history and the beautiful present of the Italian Luxury Accessories Production.
Timeless style and Le Marche craftmanship expertise since early 1900 for items always current with a superior quality.
Enter the world of RODO Firenze and discover a brand steeped in glamour and luxury craftsmanship.
Handbags, pochettes, tiptoe pumps, high heeled ankle boots, this is Rodo Firenze

Cesare Paciotti has become synonymous with luxury footwear for men. All Paciotti collections use an array of the finest leathers ranging from traditional calf skins to the full spectrum of exotic leathers, including python, crocodile, alligator and stingray.  Please find below a selection of the Fall 2013 men's collection which are currently available in-store [...]

The new Spring/Summer Fashion 2013 trends for women have no half way measures, it's either very high heeled pumps, open toe shoes, wedges or totally flat shoes that are back in fashion as elegant moccasins and lace ups or casual flat pumps right through to sneakers

Of course the of all the varieties among flat shoes, the version to reign supremely is the flat pump which is certainly one of the "musts" for this season in a gamut of pastel colours that aspire to soft hues from powdery pink to oranges with woven varieties extremely soft to wear. For those who prefer brighter colours, this year's trend is towards fluorescent colours that run from bright yellow to crimson. Alternatives inkeeping with the theme permit eveyrone to individualize their own "look" without being forced to wear high heels but by wearing highly refined laceups or delicate moccasins which have come boldly back into fashion in the last fashion parades by Armani, Gucci,from Stella mcCartney to Prada.

A number of world famous stylists such as Manolo Blahnik and Christian Louboutin have brought the androgynous look back onto the catwalk, by retouching laceups these flat styles can be pleasantly matched with casual tight jeans or leggings under oversized jumpers or with jersey or stretch trousers, but they are also suitable for ankle length wider legged trousers or can also be matched with flared high-waisted skirts or short dresses in full MadMen style. For a more professional look these laceups are perfect with flared trousers or fitted straight skirts.

In the new Spring/Summer 2015 advertising campaign a neutral setting enhances the elegance and the virtuosity of craftsmanship of Santoni collections. The protagonists perfectly embody the refined and confident soul that has been signature of the historic brand since its very beginning, while exuding an effortless allure that catches the eye.
Shot in New York by Giampaolo Sgura, boasts the collaboration of Giovanna Battaglia for the styling. The models are Anna S. and R.J. King.

About Daniele Michetti: Born into an Italian shoemaking family, Daniele Michetti has been immersed in the world of footwear since a very early age. After first cultivating his innovative, luxurious design ethos at the men’s footwear brand Santoni, he has served in instrumental roles at Burberry Prorsum, Yves Saint Laurent, Sergio Rossi, Tod’s, and Giorgio Armani. Daniele Michetti shoe designs have won critical acclaim for their eclectic style and cutting-edge fabrications. Sandals, boots, pumps, and slippers — from austere to exuberant — appeal to the “noble” and “revolutionary” woman. [...]

Lady Gaga and Tony Bennett together for the H&M's upcoming holiday campaign, and revealed that they'll sing together for the brand with the song It Don’t Mean A Thing (If It Ain’t Got That Swing), from their recent album Cheek to Cheek.
H&M will release the track on its website starting November 25.
The 28-year-old pop star sports a voluminous curly hairstyle and an oversize off-the-shoulder sweater, forgoing pants, in print ads for the campaign.
Lady Gaga wears a pair of Gianmarco Lorenzi Shoes from the Autumn Winter Collection 2014-15.
The N.34 is a black suede court shoe featuring gold metal panels at the back.
Mr Bennett, 88, wears a classic suit and bow-tie.

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Maglificio Pamira, is a small company based in Cingoli in Le Marche, in central Italy, a privileged place to express creativity in wearable creations. Maglificio Pamira considers Knitwear as a lifestyle, a manufacturing specialization and a continuous research of quality.

The result is a soft universe where every point and every model is the product of experience and stylistic research. [...]

With Christian Lacroix and John Galliano no longer plying the couture craft, Marco Zanini has stepped in to offer flamboyance and eccentricity.

A good pair doesn't only mean quality leather, it also means excellent craftsmanship and comfort...something Santoni has been specializing in for years and now it's finally in the Philippines.
To celebrate the opening of their first ever store, the Lucerne group and Santoni flew in Italian master artisan, Francesco De Santis to showcase the art of shoemaking for the ultimate "Santoni Experience" - which is to always be of service to their client and their wishes.
Each bespoke shoe is meticulously measured and their clients get to choose everything...from the shape, the hides used...every little detail. It takes over 200 steps and 60 days to finish a single shoe. The result is a one-of-a-kind perfect pair.
For Santoni's Spring/Summer 2014 Collection, inspiration was brought about by the gestures of the new contemporary man. Old materials and models were reinvented and personalized in a wide variety of colors, patinas and styles.
The women on the other hand, are treated to a set that depicts a flawless combination of the urban and the natural.
Santoni collections are available at the 2nd level East Wing of Shangrila Plaza Manila. [...]

Le Marche, (pronounced Mar-kay) is an undiscovered gem. Situated in central Italy, between the Adriatic sea and the Apennine mountains, it’s the region I call home. We are trying to keep it quiet really, but I just have to share the secret of wonderful shopping here.
Marche is known for it’s leather craftmanship and artisans, producing 90% of all Italy’s shoes. Many are hidden in the hill-top towns (in the centre of Marche near Fermo), family run businesses quietly making beautiful leather items for the big designer names.
Best known of course is Tod’s, whose famous moccasins/driving shoes and handbags are always favourites with celebrities and royalty. The classic “D” bag, named after Princess Diana, is now also being carried by Kate Middleton. Why pay high-street prices when you can come to the factory store and enjoy soaking up the atmosphere of Italy at the same time! You can find the “D‘ handbag in many different colours in their stylish store at 495 euros, reduced from 890 euros. [...]

Ottaviani jewelry brand and the Clothing brand Malloni. Photo service for the Russian magazine “Sapog.”
Thanks PIL associates for collaboration. Thanks Rusmediait, in person Evgeny Jemchugov for photo studio.
check in http://www.sapog.it 

This season, along with lighting up homes and Christmas trees, divas can also light up paths with every step they take wearing the LED-studded footwear. The fast-forward fashionable heels from Cesare Paciotti moves past the time-tested crystal-studded variations to illuminate the trend this season. Aptly christened, Absolute Lumiere, brightens up with hundreds of LED bulbs fitted to deep black calfskin leather. These blinky-twinkly heels delightfully come to life with a battery powered switch which is neatly placed under the insole. This gives an option to wear it without the glow too! [...]

Discover the new Cesare Paciotti Eyewear Collection.The typical brand details, well known all over the world, such as studs, daggers, lace and leather are reproduced even in glasses to emphasize the sensual glamour of Cesare Paciotti fashion.

The Collection will be available soon at Cesare Paciotti Online Boutique

"A New Italian Renaissance" leitmotif of the new fall 2013 _Malloni Collection. A collection in pure Malloni mood: minimal and chic, contemporary and sometimes retro but most of all sophisticated.