Manolo Blahnik's "PADSTOW" exudes elegance while remaining light. / Connoisseur's Choice

2023.05.02

The beautiful curves created by the high stiletto heels. Manolo Blahnik women's shoes are so captivating that even men are left breathless. However, we've found loafers made from unique materials that men can wear elegantly too.

Manolo Blahnik "PADSTOW"
This penny loafer model is a combination of raffia and calf leather. The uneven texture of the raffia gives it a cool look. The heel, which is prone to wear, is made of calf leather, ensuring durability. It has a leather sole. Price: 128,700 yen (tax included).
Text by Rohan Kurano
Photograph by Masanori Yoshie
[Article published in the July 2023 issue of Kronos Japan]


The men's shoes were also very attractive!

 It may not be a brand that men are familiar with, but there is a luxury shoe brand that has been captivating international celebrities such as the late Princess Diana, Madonna, and Miranda Kerr, as well as female fashion influencers. That brand is British-born Manolo Blahnik.

 Sarah Jessica Parker, who played the lead role in the 2008 American film "Sex and the City," wore Manolo Blahnik's shoes not only in the film but also in her private life, which brought Manolo Blahnik worldwide attention. This film also sparked serious popularity in Japan.

 The brand has a long history, having opened a boutique on London's Old Church Street in 1971 and debuted its collection the following year. Founder and designer Manolo Blahnik was a keen researcher, and although he initially lacked the know-how for shoemaking, he spent over 10 years learning from shoemakers. This resulted in the brand having firmly established its craftsmanship.

 The brand's iconic shoes include the jewel-adorned "Hangisi" and the everyday "Maeser." They offer a wide range of styles, from elegant stiletto heels (pin heels) to flat heels.

 Well, that was a long introduction, but the brand has actually been offering a men's line for several years now, and includes the classic cap-toe oxford "Whitney," as well as loafers and sneakers. We especially recommend the raffia loafers, perfect for this season. Raffia is a natural fiber made from dried and processed raffia palm leaves, and is a cool-looking material. Manolo himself is a favorite material of his, and he has been designing men's shoes using raffia every season.

 Spring and summer footwear tends to be casual, but if you choose these shoes from Manolo Blahnik, you can rest assured. They are a pair of shoes that exude elegance while being light. It is a brand that will make you jealous and you won't want to have them all to yourself.

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