Want! Flowers for the Feet!

Without a doubt, one of the most exquisite marvels on our planet is flowers. With the rise of everyone embracing “plant parenthood’, flowers have become a common sight on terraces and indoors. Taking this trend further, flowers are now making their way onto footwear, from Dolce and Gabbana to Manolo Blahnik, adding a touch of floral beauty to shoes.

The Loewe Petal 90's Sandals are vibrant, drawing immediate attention to your feet. The delicate Anthurium Flower's red and yellow hues are beautifully complemented by the sizable Monstera Leaf.

The vintage Manolo Blahnik White Orcharid Red Suede Sandal Heels is pure elegance, ideal for strolling through a winery. The Sororité collection is making waves on X, captivating everyone with its floral beauty. Additionally, Manolo Blahnik offers designs featuring butterflies, adding another enchanting element to their creations.

Jimmy Choo's Rose Mules give the impression of delicate feet. What's unique is the placement of the flower; rather than at the base of the heel, it's now positioned on the backside, offering a fresh perspective on design.

Giuseppe Zanotti Peony Heels  These pink flowers, favoring subdued tones over vibrant ones.

While flower shoes are currently in trend, there's a notable surge in demand for designer pieces from vintage collections. It's widely acknowledged that trends from previous eras resurface over time. To recover these vintage treasures, browsing platforms like Depop or TheRealReal is a promising starting point.


Article by Renee Birchwood, Contributor, PhotoBook Magazine
Tearsheets by Daniel López, Art Director, PhotoBook Magazine
WANT! Created by Ayoka Lucas

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