Many of these brands have their shoes made in Italy by talented artisans. Of course, Italy is known for its incredible depth of expertise in handcrafting leather shoes over the centuries. M.Gemi is one such handmade shoe brand that has garnered incredible success in making handcrafted Italian leather shoes accessible to Americans.
Luxury Italian sneaker brand Golden Goose has enjoyed huge success with its meticulously hand-distressed sneakers. That has given rise to many more brands specializing in high-quality sneakers made in Italy. Oliver Cabell has jumped into distressed sneakers as well to craft a perfectly imperfect look.
For handmade leather boots, British brand Grenson has a century-long history. Find a fantastic range of classic and modern options for women and men.
For handmade women's high heels, look no further than British brand Malone Souliers, pictured. The brand names its skilled team cordwainers, the ancient term for artisan shoemakers who craft high-quality shoes from scratch. Find feminine silhouettes made in beautiful fabrics and leather.
BRANDS
Ancient Greek Sandals
Greece
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Ancient Greek Sandals is an authentic footwear label out of Greece. Skilled local artisans employ age-old handmade techniques to bring us modern sandals inspired by ancient Greek mythology.
Arizona Love
France
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Arizona Love makes of-the-moment handmade sandals using colorful vintage and recycled bandana fabric. Trendy and functional for hot climates.
Beek
USA
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Beek is an all-leather sandal label crafted by artisans in Mexico using soft vegetable-tanned leather. The brand's sandals have molded arch supports for comfort.
Carrie Forbes
USA
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Carrie Forbes is a Californian label making handcrafted sandals and handbags in Morocco. Artisans weave natural raffia using ancient techniques to create one-of-a-kind items.
CITY Boots
USA
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CITY Boots is known for chic and feminine cowboy boots made by hand. The sleek modern fit elongates the leg for a versatile look.
Golden Goose
Italy
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Golden Goose is famed for its hand-distressed dirty sneakers. The cult Italian brand's bags and clothing are laid-back cool and contemporary.
Grenson
United Kingdom
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Grenson continues its 150-year-old traditions by taking three weeks to produce its classically modern boots. Designed for long-lasting wear.
K. Jacques
France
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K. Jacques is a luxury French sandal label with its origins in 1930's Saint-Tropez. Find timeless sandals that have been expertly handcrafted by artisans using 250 different types of quality leather.
Le Chameau
United Kingdom
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Le Chameau makes the French heritage rain boot favored by the Duchess of Cambridge and British Royal Family. Find rubber and leather boots constructed by hand since 1927.
Loeffler Randall
USA
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Loeffler Randall is a family-owned feminine footwear and accessories label run by a majority female team. The brand works in small batches, with its bestseller, the signature Penny tie-front mule, involving over 400 pleats.
