“Rising Stars” of Designer Footwear

November 10, 2009 · Posted in Collections, Fashion, Shoes

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Ladies, if you want to stay ahead in the shoe game, check out these up-and-coming shoe designers who are making a huge splash in the industry of high-end footwear. And be sure to view the gallery for more up-close views of the designers’ collections. Via: WWD.

Who: Toklum: Launched Spring 2007
Style: “emphasize feminine, womanly curves and silhouettes”

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Who: Sophie Gittins: Launched Spring 2009
Style: “shoes that are classically feminine, but imbued with a modern architectural edge” sophiegittinslead Rising Stars of Designer Footwear

Who: Rocio Ildemaro: Launched Fall 2009
Style: “a distinct shape, different from other designers, a very 1940s feel” rociolead Rising Stars of Designer Footwear

Who: Michael Lewis: Launched Fall 2009
Style: “flamboyant, sensual, fun and luxurious with a quirky sense of Britishness” michaellewislead Rising Stars of Designer Footwear

Who: Bionda Castana: Launched Spring 2008
Sytle: “exhibit the synergy between Bionda Castana’s classic and edgier side — a tough yet polished look that uses hard-wearing and luxury fabrics, and oozes femininity”

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