Gommini Sole
“Gommini” means “little rubber peg” in Italian and is most often used to refer to the unique textured sole synonymous with driving moccasins.
Hidden Wedge
Though they look like flats, The Gia and The Danza both feature a discreet 20mm wedge designed to give you the much-needed arch support you need for all-day comfort.
Lining
The inner layer of the shoe that enhances comfort, moisture-wicking, and/or insulation. We seek out the softest leathers for our linings to ensure they feel great against your skin.
Last
The last is the form that every shoe is built around. Shaped like a foot and traditionally carved from wood, it determines the fit, silhouette, and proportions of the final design—from the curve of the arch to the contour of the toe.
Slotted Sandals
The southern coast of Italy—including Positano and Capri—is known for this traditional sandal construction. The artisans weave a sandal’s leather straps through small slots they’ve hand cut in the leather sole. Then, they attach the straps in between the two layers of the sole. At the small workshops still making custom sandals, this technique helps the artisan give every customer a made-for-them fit.
Seamless Uppers
If you look at the silhouettes of The Esatto and The Valeria, you’ll notice that they’re one piece of leather—uninterrupted by seams. Instead of traditional stitching, the leather uppers are expertly molded to the last and bonded to the soft lining by hand. The result is a sleek, elegant design that also reduces the risk of irritation and blisters (no stitching to rub against your skin). It’s a hands-on process that’s rarely done anymore, but our artisans Pasquale and Giovanni are continuing their family’s legacy of using this generations-old technique to craft some of the most comfortable heels you’ll ever wear.
Vamp
The section of the upper that extends from the toes up to the top part of the foot.
Upper
The portion of a shoe that covers the top and sides of the foot and attaches to the sole.
