Summer must have: the slippers for him and for her

As suggested by the most celebrated dandy, the silhouette is shaped from the bottom. And no model can give better personality to the look than the inimitable slipper that Santoni has carefully studied to create a original and iconic version of it. Two are the options, masculine and feminine, to meet the taste and the posture of every one. Made of soft cashmere suede, with hand painted piping in contrasting colours, this slipper is available in a wide range of colours, both in plain colour or airbrushed version.

Santoni - AW 2013-14 Woman Collection

On the 21st of February, the day before Santoni opened its new flagshipstore in Milan, there was another interesting event: The presentation of the Autumn-Winter 2013/2014 Woman Collection.

Images of elaborate design, of bourgeois ambiences, self confident women and geometric inspirations. Sophisticated materials: leather, velvet, precious fabrics, crocodile. As well as the visionary of the sixties used as a magnifying glass working above the use of new shapes and the development of new lines.

Travel in Santoni style & The ultimate of chic

To Travel in Santoni style:

Always perfect even while travelling, thanks to the accessories by Santoni. A discrete and sophisticated choice, that gives every man a precise and defined style. No need to worry about the details, everything has been minutely considered. The exceptional accessories distinguish Santoni traveler decreeing his uniqueness and class.

This set is composed by:
- A trolley with rounded lines but with a solid structure, in dark brown hand-colored calfskin.
- A pochette with clean and essential shapes, closed with a practical zipper, handle on one side.
- The iconic double buckle Santoni shoe made in "Goodyear Bologna" construction that makes it so flexible that it can be completely folded and occupy minimum space in the suitcase.

- Essential belt in dark brown hand-colored leather.

- A nécessaire kit with all the tools for the care of the shoes: cloth, brushes, polish cream

and shoehorn. Contained in a pochette in matching leather with the typical Santoni orange lining.

- Porte document de voyage, wallets and credit card holders in coordinated dark brown hand-colored calfskin.

Santoni - New Flagship Store Milan

An architect who translates a project into an expression of contemporary culture, Patricia Urquiola, and a brand that makes shoes of unique style, Santoni, have joint together to give life to a new creation of sales space in a project born from concepts of transparency and reflection where a product which is a symbol of Italian craftsmanship will be exhibited.

Santoni Autumn-Winter Collection 2013-2014

 

On the 12th of January, in their showroom at the Via Montenapoleone in Milan, Santoni presented the Autumn / Winter 2013-2014 Collection for men:

 

"The protagonist of style"

“Away from extremism, but not conservative. A determined man, proponent of a classic taste but remaining original”. This is the concept behind the Santoni autumn / winter 2013-14 men's collection. This season’s inspirations – ranging from the 1920s to today’s contemporary metropolis – work together to build one harmonious collection that combines passion and a perfect balance of tradition and avantgarde elements, all inspired by a love for beautiful items.

Santoni - Fatto a Mano su Misura

 

 

Individuality as distinctive sign: from those who create, for those who wear.

Bearing in mind the desire of the most exigent ones – connoisseurs, experts, style fanatics – Santoni introduces the Fatto a Mano su Misura. A service, not a collection.
Santoni’s unique savoir faire, craftsmanship and tradition are at the client’s complete disposal.

Santoni | Rubelli capsule collection

Recently we were in Corridonia to visit the Santoni factory. During our tour, we saw something amazing. Santoni, leader maison in luxury footwear, meets Rubelli, the noble Venetian firm that represents a point of reference worldwide for high-end fabrics since 1858. A shoe that brings to amazing companies together and combines two amazing products.

Santoni Boots

Summer has come to an end so it is time to open your closet and put on those nice Santoni winter shoes.

Almost all over the world, winters can be pretty cold and our feet need greater protection. Traditionally, this is provided by boots, especially by boots which extend 2-4 inches (5-10 cm) above the ankle. Boots can cover just the foot but some styles even cover the lower parts of the leg. Santoni has even made a medium high boot with a built in sock.

For making boots, same materials and techniques are used as when making normal shoes, the biggest difference is the sole. Most boots are made with a rubber sole to prevent slipping in the snow or on a wet surface.

For the winter of 2012/2013, Santoni made some magnificent boots for Santoni Classic line, Santoni Club and also Santoni Shabby Chic. With these boots, Santoni shows us how to bring creativity, craftsmanship & high quality together in just 1 shoe.

The results are phenomenal: Boots with multiple colours and even up to 4 different types of leather which make a unique shoe design. Also boots with a sheepskin bootleg or fur lining. Santoni did everything to make the best wintershoes and keep your feet warm and dry.

If you are looking for some nice Santoni boots, you can find them in the Santoni online boutique

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New Santoni Boutique - Singapore

 

 

A great inaugural event lights up the windows of the new Santoni boutique, in the prestigious The Shoppes mall, located in the central Marina Bay Sands, impressive and futuristic building consisting of three towers topped by a Skypark 340 meters long in the iconic and lifestyle center of Singapore.

 

A flagship store that stands for exclusivity and sophistication of the materials, combined with modern finishes. Ideal pattern to enhance Santoni’s culture focused on craftsmanship, attention to details, finest materials, passion and elegance.

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Santoni preview AW 12-13 collection

Do you want to discover the new arrivals of the Santoni Autumn Winter Collection 2012-2013? Check out the preview and shop online at: http://shop.santonishoes.com/preview

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New Santoni Boutique Shanghai - Rockbund Yi Feng

Santoni's new boutique in Shanghai

Santoni is still continuing its retail expansion towards the Far East, with a particular attention to China.

In 2011 Beijing, Guangzhou and Dong Guan paved the way through Asia to the Italian fashion interpreted by Santoni. In 2012 also other openings will follow in China and Far East.

In the lifestyle and neuralgic centre of Shanghai, from may 17th a new and important mono brand store will display the latest shoes collections by Santoni.

The set is the prestigious Rockbund Yi Feng, in the central Waitan Yan hub, core of the luxury in Shanghai, a century-old building showing in his facade all the romantic charm of its past. Spread over 5 floor with a total area of 30,000 square meters, has a modern soul and elegant design in the interior completely renovated in 2011. A top-level retail space, sheltered from the frenzy of shopping, designed to become soon a milestone for the most sophisticated and discerning Chinese guests, giving them the opportunity to get closer to the most exclusive luxury brands of the world.

In its 150 square meters boutique Santoni offers a concept characterized by exclusivity and sophistication of materials, combined with contemporary finishes. On the line to all the other Santoni boutiques in the world is characterized by the elegance of natural colors and special touch of the typical Santoni orange. The new flagship store in Shanghai promises a customized stylish shopping experience for the Chinese upper-class increasingly attentive to contemporary design and provides an ideal setting to enhance the culture of the brand focused on manual dexterity, attention to detail, the choice of materials, passion for style and elegance. Evident qualities in each of the sophisticated creations of Santoni.

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Santoni - The new logo

Very recently, something changed at Santoni. As some of you might have noticed at the Santoni website or the Online Boutique, the Santoni logo has a new look. After many years of good service, the old elegant and traditional logo can finally retire and the new logo enters in Santoni's corporate materials.

Of course the new logo is not completely different, it is just a revisiting of the old logo. With a design that is more contemporary, it is also more suitable for the women and junior collection. Two markets that are still growing each year.

Besides the new logo, Santoni also made some adjustments in de image of the advertisements. In the past, mostly it was all about the shoe. From now on, Santoni wants to show us a warmer image and more a (life)style instead of only the product.

This is all one of the steps that Santoni makes in the complete re-positioning of the brand. Very soon the Santoni Society logo will also get a make over. But untill then, please enjoy our classic logo.

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Limited edition Leica camera by Santoni/IWC

In 2011 IWC organized an event for thier Portofino Collection. All leather straps for this collection are made by Santoni. The latest partnership of Santoni after AMG.


At this event, Leica launched a special edition camera. A limited edition of the X1 camera for the IWC watch company with special IWC "Santoni" leather and matching carrying strap. 


Production of this camera was limited to 50 pieces worldwide.

Santoni at PITTI IMMAGINE UOMO 81°

As always, Santoni was present at the 81st edition of the Pitti Uomo in Firenze. 

The contemporary experience of style is made of overturning rules, blending codes and drifting categories. Formal style softens while casual codes acquire an unexpected poise. The new connoisseur loves tradition without rigidity, and appreciates everything that is well-made. He is charmed by details and handmade techniques, but is far from posing. Santoni addresses its collection to a connaisseur free from constrictions.

The Santoni Fall / Winter 2012/2013 collection is inspired by the ever evolving concept of style. The extreme attention towards details and design, together with the research of dense and melting colors, are not new to the history of this luxury brand. The wearability of these pieces reach new extents. Versatility becomes the key word for the new Fall Winter collection.

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Santoni's shoe care secrets

Santoni's seven secrets for keeping your shoes looking beautiful:


Every work of art is an expression of love, research and technique. Our shoes are authentic works of the shoemaker's art and like any valuable item should be treated with great care. By following just a few simple rules the technical and aesthetic qualities of your shoes can be conserved over time. Below there is valuable advice for the correct upkeep of your Santoni shoes:










After wearing, let your shoes air out. Help your shoes to keep their shape by using our shoe trees made exclusively of cedar wood. Clean your shoes without removing the shoe tree: this will assist you in cleaning them more thoroughly.

Treat the leather only with excellent quality leather care products. Creams with high wax content nourish the leather and slow down the ageing process. Never use water repellent products as they will damage the colour of the upper, as it has been aged by hand. Use the creams frequently and in small quantities, on just cleaned shoes.

The most appropriate creams are the ones that are closest to the colour of the upper, up to one tone lighter: never use a darker coloured cream. We recommend Santoni cream and polish. Your favorite Santoni store can advise you best.

The neutral polish should be used occasionally and for cleaning only: there is a risk of hardening the shoe leather, causing cracking. Use it on the sole and on consealed parts.

After carefully dusting the upper, appy the cream with a cloth and make sure to let it dry for a few minutes. You can then polish, using a brush with soft bristles (a horse hair brush is best), preferably with the shoe tree still inserted. We recommend testing the product on a consealed part of the shoe, such as the tongue.

For suede shoes or shoes with suede inserts, only rubber bristled brushes should be used: to remove any spots you can use fine (type 00) sandpaper, followed by the rubber bristled brush to push the nap back in the right direction. Warning: suede can lose colour when it comes into contact with liquids or solvents. Avoid immersing suede products or machine washing them. Clean any stains using a damp sponge, taking care not to spread the stain.

Never use self-polishers which are quick but quite damaging, nor iron bristles (which raise the nap excessively). Also it is best to never use direct heat to dry your shoes, as the leather can dry out and crack. Store your shoes out of direct sunlight. All leather parts of the shoe (sole and welts) should also be treated with creams, to ensure their greater durability. Use the original dust bags to transport the shoes when travelling. Avoid transporting polish during summer: the natural waxes become more fluid due to the heat and they may leak. A brush and a cotton cloth should suffice.


As these are products which have been aged by hand, there may be a slight difference in the colour tones between one shoe and the other; this is due to the fact that the leather does not always absorb the various steps of the ageing finish applied to the shoe in the same manner.


You can find al sorts of shoe care products in the Santoni Online Boutique


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Winter warm: Santoni Mountain Chic

This winter, Santoni makes sure that you will look stylish and your feet will be warm. With a collection of shoes that are all handcrafted and with names like Chamonix, Everest and St. Moritz, the name "Mountain Chic" really comes to mind.

Some models are inspired on old skiboots or mountain boots and with the anti-slip rubber soles and up to 600 stitches, the famous Santoni quality is recognizable immediately. The rubber sole not only gives you the grip that you need in the snow or on a hill, it also is a good isolation and gives you more warmth. The warmth is also created by the fur interior of some shoes. 

 Besides the "boots", also the classic shoes like the Oscar and George are fitted with a rubber sole with profile. A wonderful combination of a classic shoe with a sporty and casual look. If you want a really sporty shoe, than Santoni offers you the Santoni for AMG sneakers. This winter there even is a medium high sneaker with a fur interior and of course a rubber sole.

All shoes above are available in a variety of colors and materials. From brown to red and from calf to crocodile.


These shoes are available in the Santoni Online Boutique. For more information and pictures, please visit our facebook page or the Santoni website.

Santoni opened new store in Guangzhou

Santoni continues its expansion policy towards the Far East with a particular focus on the Chinese market. Immediately after the event for the opening of the Beijing boutique in May 2011, these days Santoni has opened the new boutique inside Taikoo Hui Mall in Guangzhou, one of the most important economical centres of the country. 

The new store celebrates the Chines culture through shapes, patterns and colours specially dedicated. There is also an area entirely dedicated to female around the world where, in addition to handcrafted footwear, there are accessoiries available.

The boutique confirms again the style, the elegance and the design that distinguish all Santoni  shops in the world. They are characterized by the exclusivity and refinement of materials blended with the modernity of the finishes and sittings.

Important elements to enhance the Santoni culture focused towards craftsmanshio, attention to details, passion, excellent matarials, passion and elegance.

Santoni Rose Collection Spring/Summer 2012

Last week in Milan, Santoni presented the new Rose women's collection for Spring Summer 2012. This new collection is a sophisticated reinterpretation of the 70's style, with a range of solid shapes, an innovative blend of materials and colours and unique details which identify the Santoni brand.

Santoni Showroom at Via Montenapoleone in Milan

The sophisticated beauty of the Santoni Rose collection incarnates a timeless elegance, designed for a woman who is free to express her own style and is boldly aware of her femininity, defiant of the rules.

Wedges and plateaus express stability. Maxi fringes take inspiration from male fashion on sandals on which the warm shades of leather are blended with green and orange.

For the next spring-summer season, the Rose Collection portrays an innate taste for sought-after materials, attention to detail and Santoni's typical hand craftmanship with a contemporary feel.

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Fall Winter Collection 2011-2012 photos now online

Very recently, Santoni released their latest catalog. The catalog for the Fall-Winter 2011-2012 Collection really lookes perfect. Again some perfectly shot pictures of the greatest shoes in the world. These shoes and this collection is now online. Some of these shoes where shown during the Pitti Uomo 2011.

Check them out at www.santonishoes.com. You can even purchase some of them online in the recently opened online boutique at shop.santonishoes.com

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Santoni - Eco-friendly craftsmanship

Sustainability and eco-compatibility, these are the key elements that inspire the craftsmanship of Santoni from a long time and they are expressed in the manufacture process, in the new headquarters as well as in the paper used in all press releases and in communication materials.The hides, used for manufacture of the footwear, are naturally tanned using only water and tanning substances of vegetable origin derived from the bark of some plants; therefore untreated hides. So the raw hides become leather in the total respect of ecology.The materials used to construct the new headquarters – glass, steel and aluminium – are 90% recyclable.

Another Santoni “must” is to work as much as possible with the natural light. The building are completely transparent and they have a “double-skin” facade that allows the building to function as a green house during winter months and as a solar hearth during the summer months.

In order to complete the “green” project Santoni has created a large photovoltaic power system by capacity of 1.107.500 kWh per year (approximately 170% of energy needs Santoni) on car parks and on the covers of their own production units, in order to auto-generate electricity directly from sunlight.

These systems generate clean energy that is used by Santoni for creating shoes to "zero impact", contributing to the protection of Planet Earth.
Finally the luxuriant hanging gardens in the main hall and the conference rooms provide an unexpected breath of fresh air to the offices, making them more pleasant and liveable, while also purifying the air in a natural way.

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