The Italian Shoes Guide!

Italian Wedding Shoes

Just as Paris is considered the fashion capital of the world, so too, the world turns to Italy when it comes to owning the ultimate in shoes. Italian shoes epitomize the best of craftsmanship, quality and style in each and every pair.

Italian shoes for men and women can be found in a variety of styles to suit myriad looks. You can find everything from simple sandals to boots, to slip-ons, loafers, stilettos and wedges. What makes Italian shoes stand out is the fact that they still use traditional methods of shoe making and tanning. This calls for the use of nothing but the best in the linings of shoes. Most Italian shoes are hand sewn, thus imparting a look of its own.

Italian shoes for men

Shoes made in Italy for men come in several varieties:

• Take your pick from the Oxford line in handmade black leather. These dress shoes will also be available in dark brown leather, lace-ups and even brown calf-length leather shoes in black and brown. The price range varies from $300 to $550.
• For those really special occasions complete your wardrobe with a Forzieri pair of dress shoes. In the range of $500, it is a decision you will not regret.
• Should you love boots then you could opt for the Brunori’s black ankle strap boots with elastic gore insets. These shoes are made to order and even the largest of foots can take heart, since they are made for all sizes. They will cost you approximately $450.
• Those of you interested in casual-wear shoes can opt for the Pakerson in beige and tan.

Italian shoes for women

The range of Italian shoes for women is mind-boggling. Here is some of the choice:

• Women can dress up their casual-wear with a lovely pair of Italian boots in soft leather. Choose from among those with a side button or a short zip. For a $150 investment, this will significantly up the chic factor of your wardrobe.
• A famous Italian shoe brand for women is the Quai d’Orsay pump shoes. These come in signature black patent leather and for $160 turns your evening wear into a style statement.

Must-haves in your Italian shoes collection

• A set of black shoes that go well with all pant or skirt suits.
• A set of brown shoes to go with outfits in the hues of tan, brown and khaki
• A chestnut pair would go extremely well with your tweeds, silks or earthy tone outfits.
• Enhance the look of your black, brown or tan suits with a pair of burgundy shoes.
• Choose to own a reddish brown pair as an accompaniment to earthy toned clothes.
• For those with spunk, a pair of white shoes and/or a pair of black and white Italian shoes would make quite a splash.