Cecilia Furlan Handmade

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In The Workshop

So I came across this funky hip footwear brand out of Argentina called Cecilia Furlan.

I’ve actually been following them for some time and decided to finally write a post about the brand and share them with you.

Some of the best shoes that I’ve bought and worn in the 90’s were from South America from the likes of Brazil, Argentina, Peru etc. They have some of the best shoe makers and very colorful by culture which goes into their shoes inevitably.

According to the designer the brand was started in 2009 and are thriving in the present with a six person crew which is very impressive.

Here is more from the designer:

HELLO! I AM CECI FURLAN, DESIGNER AND CREATOR OF THIS BEAUTIFUL WORLD, MY WORLD …

“After finishing studying textile and clothing design at the University of Córdoba, I began to feel something special about shoes and the need to create those little shoes myself that I imagined, but could not get anywhere.

It was thus that I decided to do a postgraduate degree in Footwear Design and Manufacturing, and finally in 2013 I started the Cecilia Furlan brand. I especially chose my name, precisely to represent those ideas that have been in my head for so long and that continue to inspire me to this day.

From the beginning I wanted our products to be made 100% by hand, through a careful, meticulous and quality process. and with noble materials.

The comfort of the shoe is one of our pillars, and luckily our clients recognize and value it constantly. Quality, comfort and timeless, feminine, and eclectic designs are qualities that have characterized us since our beginnings.

We are a team of 6 people who make all this possible, against all odds, but very happy to achieve it!”

I’m totally a fan of these shoes and I hope you will be as well. So if you would like to purchase some of the shoes then you can visit the site which is in Spanish.

I’m not quite sure if the designer speaks English but there is a WhatsApp icon on the site to contact them directly. Doesn’t hurt to try.

Shop Cecilia Furlan Shoes : http://cecifurlan.com

XoXo,

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If you don’t know Papucei shoes then you are missing out

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Papucei artistic take the combat boot

Papucei shoes are one of the funkiest, free spirited , uniquely quirky footwear brands out there.

I have been a fan of this brand from Romania for quite some time and have been following them for years now.

The color contrasts, funky free designs only those who are unique and comfortable in their own skin will dare to wear, and the overall individuality the designer has in creating their shoes.

Have a look at some of my picks from their recent season collection and judge for yourself.

If you love them as I do then head on over to www.papucei.ro and show them some shoe love.

Xoxo,

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Saudi Sandals with a twist of Jil Sander

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Far long have designers who were admirers of the classic arabian sandal from the gulf region, danced with making their own version of the unique ethnic footwear.

I must admit there is something quite special about the sandals donned by royals and layman alike of Arabia.

Here is a glimpse of the original, authentic , ethnic style of the sandal

Saudi Madas Sharqi worn by a local

A more festive detailed pair of the original for ladies….

Now take a look at Jil Sanders version of the classic

She calls them the detailed sandal. Can be purchased Here.

I personally like them and thinks she did an excellent job on modernizing an otherwise very ethnic looking shoe to meet the eclectic updated taste of the western world.

Here is an even more detailed version of the Saudi sandal by Jil Sander

These are my favorite.

Jil Sander isn’t the only designer making this sandals a part of her season collection. Last SS 2019 British Columbian designer Esteban Cortazar created a beautiful detailed version of the Saudi sandal in both flat and heeled styles.

Can be purchased Here.

I am all for designers venturing out into other cultures and putting their own touches and twists on the original design. After all that is what being an artist and designer is all about.

There are many versions of the sandal created by many designers and local brands in the Middle East. Take a look and get yourself a pair to stand out from the crowd.

Created by local brand Thaqafah in the United Arab Emirates. Can be purchased Here.

Created by local Emirati brand Tamashee. Can be purchased Here.

I hope you loved the collections just as much as I did. Until next time , stay as chic and fashionable as you are unique and special.

Xoxo,

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Candy coated handmade custom Avarcas

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If you want your very own pair of avarcas sandals in any color combination you’d like then make your way over to our Etsy shop to put in your custom order or purchase our ready design sandals.

We gave some fashion ideas to pair your Avarcas with in the pics below.

Enjoy!!!! Shop Here.

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Quirky Accessories for your shoes and Ears

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What I love so much about what I do is never getting board of the new talent that I find in the world. People are unique individuals and they produce things that are unique to them as individuals.

I have stumbled upon a new quirky accessories brand based out of Russia called Plyaka Accessories and they make avengers styled footwear accessories that double as earrings which I thought were so creative.

The accessories have various animation of animal faces , beautiful colored patterns and human animated faces and fringes as its design. Beautiful paired with your favorite shoes to jazz them up or wear them as earrings. From the looks of the brand page on Instagram they also have clothing with some of their designs printed in them which is a plus for those ladies that aren’t into shoes or jewelry.

I absolutely love these creations and find them to be so unique and beautiful. They don’t have a website unfortunately so if you want to purchase then you must contact them through Instagram and their what’s App. @plyaka_accessories

Xoxo,

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Walk Handmade shoes

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Walk by Anat Dahari

Anat Dahari, the founder of Walk Handmade Shoes, studied Architecture at the renowned Bezalel Academy of Arts and Design in Jerusalem. During her studies she discovered a love for shoe design and after graduating she pursued her passion and studied the art of footwear craftsmanship from local tradesmen. Anat’s architectural background influences her design aesthetic, resulting in geometrical shapes for the person who seeks a classic and timeless look with simple and clean elegance.

If you are a fan like we are and like what you see and would like to purchase, then visit them Here.

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Dondoks: When Two Paris Showgirls Make Shoes!

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I love finding out about new shoe brands. Especially ones that are female-driven & incredibly original, like Dondoks,  designed by two fabulous Parisian show girls with flare!

When shoes are this extraordinary, there’s usually an exciting story behind them. And Dondoks — a Paris-based, Brazillian-made shoe brand — is no exception, as it was born from a deep seeded love and friendship!

Carmen and Charlotte met while working together in wondrous places: as showgirls at the Moulin Rouge, the Lido in Paris and modelling for Jean Paul Gaultier. And of course, they became instant friends!

Both ladies are professionally trained dancers from Mexico and France, respectively. Charlotte, while working, was also studying fashion business at ESMOD in Paris, which helped the duo with creating their brand. And of all places, because she and I are actually fellow alumni!

The ladies’ shared passion for shoes, the Parisian lifestyle & a flair for the exotic is how Dondoks was born. And if anyone is curious as per the name, it comes from a Brazilian expression that means “daddy’s girl”.

The brand’s motto is high quality and high fun & the resulting product is just that!

Colorful & stunningly creative, Dondoks shoes are not your average ho-hum footwear!

The polar opposite of ubiquitous mass production, the Dondoks brand wants to raise awareness of high quality materials & local production and ethical practices. Handmade from stunning leathers & materials in Brazil by artisans, Dondoks’ current Spring/Summer 2018 “Candy Rainbow” collection — composed of 4 shoe designs — embodies fun, glamour & sophistication.

There’s a definite Moulin Rouge feel throughout the collection, which I’m totally here for! I love that their designs are whimsical & girly, yet not unwearable. They have girly pink frou-frou styles, yet you can also achieve the same vibe in more neutral colorways such as black & peach. And as all shoes should, they will add panache to any of your outfits this season!

As per the fit of the shoes, they do work best for a slim to medium sized foot. The black & white Mely sandal fits true to size, while the Frida flat (pictured in this post in blue and emerald), does fit rather small.  I would size up. Each pair of  shoes is shipped in a solid color-blocked shoe box & includes a pink branded satin shoe bag.

Reblogged from shoe-tease.com

Xoxo,

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Thaqafah shoes Pom Pom Woven mules

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These artistic woven mules remind me so much of Figue shoes. The Pom Poms make them so fun and colorful, as well as feminine and versatile. If you are looking for a unique shoes that is handmade and customizable then this style from Thaqafah shoes is it.

They are called Pom Adad and can be checked out Here.