Francesco Russo and Charles de Vilmorin are teaming up in an exciting exclusive shoe collaboration. The renowned Italian shoemaker and the up-and-coming French designer will join forces to create a capsule collection of five shoe styles. This collaboration will feature hand-painted images by de Vilmorin, which will be printed on leather to create unique and eye-catching designs. The goal of this collaboration is to blend de Vilmorin’s rich graphic imagination with Russo’s exceptional shoemaking skills, resulting in a collection that showcases the best of both talents.
Francesco Russo has an impressive background in the fashion industry, having worked for esteemed brands such as Miu Miu, Yves Saint Laurent, Sergio Rossi, and Dior. In 2013, he launched his own label, highlighting his expertise and commitment to creating beautiful and comfortable footwear. Charles de Vilmorin, on the other hand, burst onto the fashion scene with his dramatic sketches and debut collection in 2019. His talent and unique vision led him to be appointed as the creative director of Rochas in 2021, further solidifying his position as an exciting new force in the industry.
The capsule collection will include some of Russo’s iconic shoe styles such as knee-high boots, loafers, and three stiletto variations. All of these designs will feature de Vilmorin’s hand-painted images, adding an artistic and personalized touch to each pair. The collaboration between Russo and de Vilmorin has been preceded by their previous work together, as de Vilmorin hand-painted Russo shoes for his Spring 2021 couture show. This prior collaboration was well-received and showcased the seamless fusion of their talents.
Russo has expressed his admiration for de Vilmorin’s imagination and drawings, stating that seeing his classic shoe silhouettes transformed into a canvas for de Vilmorin’s creativity is a great honor. De Vilmorin himself has described the collaboration as a perfect combination of Russo’s traditional expertise and his own playful design approach. The result is expected to be a collection of elegant, seductive, creative, and colorful pieces that will captivate fashion lovers.
The highly anticipated capsule collection is set to be available for purchase on Francesco Russo’s website, as well as select retailers, from April to May 2022. The prices for the shoes will range from 595 euros for stilettos to 1,500 euros for knee-high boots, reflecting the quality craftsmanship and unique designs. This collaboration between two talented individuals in the fashion industry is generating a lot of excitement among shoe enthusiasts and fashion lovers who are eagerly anticipating the release of this extraordinary collection.
To learn more about Francesco Russo and his previous work, visit his official website here.
To explore Charles de Vilmorin’s artistic creations and his journey in the fashion world, visit his official website here.
