cleather slippers, minimal flip-flops, mules with heels. In the Olympus of summer footwear with a timeless charm, which returns punctually every warm season, the espadrille sandals for women. Close to the ground or with a wedge, the shoes characterized by rope sole and from an upper in fabric or leather they can boast a thousand-year history and an incomparable relationship with the world of fashion. Merit of an original silhouette unique in its kind and a versatile character that leaves room for countless variations and interpretations. Yesterday like today.
From Catalonia to Yves Saint Laurent
The story behind the alpargatasa Spanish term that indicates espadrilles, dates back to 2000 BC Low sole in rope of jute accompanied by a fabric upper, white or black: footwear as we know it today began to spread in the fourteenth century, worn by fishermen and come on farmers of Catalonia and the Basque Country. With the foundation in 1927 of the manufacturing company of Luis Castañer and Tomas Serra the symbolic shoes of Spain know an unprecedented notoriety, sported by both women and men. The real boom occurs between the fifties and sixties when they are spotted at the feet of Grace Kelly, Salvador Dalì, Brigitte Bardot and Jackie Kennedy. In 1972 the definitive fashion turning point. Lorenzo Castañer and his wife Isabel collaborate with Yves Saint Laurent to the creation of the first espadrille model with the wedgerevisiting the shoe, hitherto humble and utilitarian, through an original allure of style. Women’s espadrille sandals thus entered every woman’s wardrobe, rediscovered summer after summer.
The women’s espadrille sandals for Summer 2023
This hot season is no exception: espadrilles are confirmed as evergreen footwear for days on the sand and evenings by the sea. In the field of alpargatas There are two schools of thought: ground level or with the wedge. The most classic and timeless model avoids boredom and repetitiveness thanks to new details and captivating shades. Castañerfor example, offers a two-tone version in metallic linen, Saint Laurent prefer to add the embroidered logo, Prada signs an interpretation in woven fabric. Stella McCartney And Missoni they prefer multicolored prints and bright shades, while Tory Burch And Salvatore Ferragamo they experiment with metallic nuances and monograms.
In the eternal search for heels that, in addition to slimming the figure, ensure a certain comfort, women’s espadrille sandals represent an excellent solution. Elegant without being too formal, versatile and practical to wear from morning to night, wedge rope shoes are among the most desired of the moment. There are those who propose them minimal and refined, with the upper in leather, with ankle straps or intertwined lists, such as Jimmy Choor, Stuart Weitzman or Wins. Finally, there are those who prefer bolder silhouettes and brighter colors, from Gucci to Isabel Marant.
Women’s espadrille sandals with wedge and ankle strap by Vince
The most original models
The espadrilles according to Burberry: in leather, with laces at the ankle, like ballet flats
Despite a millenary history, there is still room for innovation in the creation of women’s espadrille sandals. For example, this season Burberry offers them in leather with fabric laces, almost unconventional ballerinas in a summer version. DSquared2 signature of alpargatas entirely in raffia, Loewe prefers a jute upper and a semi-circular design, Live Venice surprises with the version in black velvet. The most comfortable model? That of Manebìin version mules ground level.
High or low, monochromatic or colorful, minimal or extra: espadrilles best express their fashion potential, adapting to everyone’s taste and style.
For another summer at the pace of espadrilles.
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