Creating his first pair of shoes at just 14 years old under the guidance of his uncle - renowned YSL bottier, Alexandre Narcy - Raphael Young had an early introduction to artisan footwear. His label, launched in 2007, focuses on traditional craftsmanship coupled with inimitable style. Combining technical brilliance with materials like resin and mother-of-pearl, his sculptural shoes have a cult following.The mosaic-patterned leather shoes and boots have metal details and extreme, architectural heels. These edgy, well-crafted shoes may not be for the stylistically safe (or budget-wary), but we enjoy seeing designers who take risk and don't follow trends.Monday, November 21, 2011
Paris based shoe-designer Raphael Young
Creating his first pair of shoes at just 14 years old under the guidance of his uncle - renowned YSL bottier, Alexandre Narcy - Raphael Young had an early introduction to artisan footwear. His label, launched in 2007, focuses on traditional craftsmanship coupled with inimitable style. Combining technical brilliance with materials like resin and mother-of-pearl, his sculptural shoes have a cult following.The mosaic-patterned leather shoes and boots have metal details and extreme, architectural heels. These edgy, well-crafted shoes may not be for the stylistically safe (or budget-wary), but we enjoy seeing designers who take risk and don't follow trends.
Friday, November 11, 2011
The Epitome of Style
Every time I see Victoria Beckham, she is always dress to kill! Her style is chic, sleek and sophisticated, she is definitely, at the top of my list of STYLE BEAUTY & ELEGANCE!!!
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