Shoe shopping in Milan
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Mauro Leoni
You knew there had to be a fun, original, wearable, inexpensive shoe maker in Milan, and Mauro's it. Metallic ballet slippers with an X marking the spot across the toe, 1940s pink wing-tip pumps, red polka-dotted grosgrain heels, and orange T-strap flats, all for less than around €75 - it's enough to make you forget all about that mean old Manolo and standoffish Jimmy Choo, and finally fall in love again.
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Berluti
A custom-made shoe for every man's passing whim: go Zen in profound seaweed-green leather, rock out in deep purple, or warm up in sun-bronzed ochre that's the essence of Italy. There's the occasional misstep, like wing-tips covered with Da Vinci code scribblings - but the streamlined, single-eyelet numbers don't miss a beat. Prices have more than adjusted for inflation since Berluti was founded in 1895.
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La Vetrina di Beryl
Barbara Beryl’s name was known to cultists around the world, way before Manolo became a byword for female desire. Stumbling upon this deceptively nondescript shop is like chancing upon the shoeracks at a Vogue Italia photo shoot. Edgier pieces from Prada, Marc Jacobs and Costume National are joined by practically certifi able eccentrics like Paul Harden. There’s a rack or two of clothes too.
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Hogan
The saving grace of cobblestone-pounding, style-conscious Milanese, Hogan built a global reputation on fancy sneakers that are a dream to wear. Now that flair for casual finery is also found in retro peep-toe platforms and funky orange, brown and green striped bags in buttery leather. Prices are competitive with other Golden Quad designers, around €200.
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Zeiss
Milan’s miles of cobblestones and days of drizzle can make the most dedicated heel-wearer weep. Take a cue from locals who don Bikkemberg trainers for day. Patent and metallic options are available for those who refuse to entirely discard glam. There’s also a large range for children and men.
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Car Shoe
Now under the wing of Patrizio Bertelli (Mr Prada), the original ‘60s hybrid of sport shoe and smart casual loafer is set for a comeback in this flagship shop. To counter the lothario rep, it now also does ranges for women and kids.
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Le Solferine
Turn the sidewalk into your own personal runway in Solferine's standout shoes. Any week is Fashion Week in handcrafted boots with inlaid rhinestone heels, and it only takes two of those gold leather peep toe heels to tango.
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Iris
Those in the know head to Iris to snap up not-so-easy to find footwear from edgier under-license labels John Galliano, Proenza Schouler, Veronique Branquinho and Viktor & Rolf.
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