Fine Italian craftsmanship exalted by a strong desire for innovation , is at the heart of every collcetion. For Spring/Summer 2015 Giuseppe Zanotti stays true to his personality , The beauty of nature, bohemian vibes of 1970’s music festivals, and the glamour of rock are re-imagined using the designer’s signature touch .
Are you a leader or a follower? Step to the front of the chain of command in the cherished charm of this Giuseppe Zanotti™ sandal. Leather upper. Ankle strap with back-zip closure. Gold-tone hardware with crystal embellishments. Smooth leather lining. Leather footbed. Stilleto heel with watersnake details. Leather lining. Made in Italy and Imported. Measurements: Heel Height: 4 1⁄2 in Weight: 12 oz Platform Height: 1⁄2 in
Zanotti was born in San Mauro Pascoli, a village close to Rimini, Italy. In the 1980s, he worked as a DJ before becoming the renowned shoemaker he is today.
In 1994, Zanotti took over a small shoemaking company, the Vicini shoe factory, and devoted his time to designing and manufacturing his own shoes.
With a small workshop employing 15 people, including a jeweler, a heel and tree expert and an embroiderer, he started work on his first collection. Today, more than 350 skilled people work at his company, which manufactures over 400,000 pairs of luxury men and women's shoes.
In 2000, Zanotti opened his first boutique in Milan. Further boutiques were opened in New York City, Paris, London, Moscow, Dubai, San Francisco, Stockholm, etc., reaching fifty stores globally.[2] He has designed shoes for such brands as Balmain, Proenza Schouler,Thakoon Panichgul, Christopher Kane,
He has been nominated "Designer of the Year" three times (2000, 2007, and 2009) by Fairchild and won the "Prix d'Excellence de la Mode" for best footwear collection by Marie Claire International in 2010.
