Beyond good quality materials and design, shoes that come with a story fascinate me.
In Los Angeles, I chanced upon the flagship store of Fiorentini + Baker. This brand is known for shoes usually made from one-off vintage fabrics, soft leather and velvet. The styles are always exciting and impart a cool attitude.
The brand was established in 2001 by Deborah Baker, who is particular about detail. Fiorentini + Baker has a love for family-run factories dedicated to the craft of making shoes. This is why the shoes not only look good, but also feel good. They bring confidence to your step.
Baker told Forbes Magazine, “I really hate the thought of uncomfortable shoes. If you find one that fits and matches your style, it’s worth it to buy two pairs.”
It’s hard to pick just one pair from the label. There’s the Eternity Three Buckle Boot, which feels great to wear on a California farm, as well as in Paris.
There’s the casual but sleek Bolt Bingo-GW sneakers for daily errands, and the Flash Faber-L slip-on sandals for everything else in between.
If you’re having a hard time deciding what to get, take a cue from the selections of Fiorentini + Baker celebrity fans: Sarah Jessica Parker, Halle Berry, Nicole Kidman, Brad Pitt and Channing Tatum.
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