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and it's also important for building up a repertory of ideas and images taken from music videos, from art, the cinema, from design, in short from everything which reflects changing fashions," explained Zanotti. "Technique and taste work in a reciprocal relationship, allowing all these ideas to come together." Giuseppe Zanotti is clearly a designer with an exceptionally refined sensibility, a man whose tastes are as international in their outlook as his personality is unique. But there's more to Giuseppe Zanotti than creativity alone: "The way the shoe is crafted is essential for its success, without the skills of the shoemaker the collection can never take form." Here Giuseppe Zanotti reveals the entrepreneurial verve which makes him such an ultra-modern designer. Giuseppe Zanotti shoes feature sleek, innovative designs and are crafted from the finest materials. Whether you chose elegant pumps, eye-popping platforms, or spectacularly studded sandals, you will never go unnoticed.Luxury spending is slumping this year, but one area continues to have a strong foothold: shoes.
And while designer shoes tend to conjure up images of red-bottomed stilettos and pointy leather heels, much of the current demand is for men's sneakers in flashy styles. Shoe designer Giuseppe Zanotti, who launched his first sneaker in 2012, said the demand for high-end kicks surprised him. "When I started designing sneakers, I would have never imagined they would have been such a successful endeavor. I honestly think that nobody expected this boom," he said. His line includes a high-top sneaker with snake skin print, gold-plated straps and side zippers. Another pair is a silver printed 3D calfskin high-top sneaker with black plates. Zanotti's sneakers range from $500-$1,500, and he credits Kayne West as the first person to wear one of his styles. "That was proof I was going in the right direction." His men's sneaker sales increased 127% this year compared to last year. Related: Why these sunglasses cost $150 Men have been a bright spot for retailers in the shaky economic recovery -- especially young men.
"They are increasingly becoming more affluent ... they have more disposable income and they're interested in attire," said Will McKitterick, an analyst at IBISWorld. He added that men's athletic shoes accounted for 29% of the total shoe market in 2014, just shy of the 31% women's non-athletic shoe sales made up. (Women's athletic shoe sales came in at 12%.) It used to be men only strove to look good Monday-Friday from 9-5, but now they want to look stylish all the time, said Milton Pedraza, CEO of the Luxury Institute. "Men have finally caught up with women in fashion, style and desire to look good and express themselves." New-York based designer Alejandro Ingelmo started designing men's sneakers for himself, and said it took a while for them to go mainstream. Now, his sneakers, which have an average price point of $500, are 60% of his business. "We aren't talking about just a couple of guys. This is what's happening in men's fashion," he said. His customers come from different backgrounds, some work corporate jobs and want to maintain a polished looked outside the office, while others are looking for a way to express themselves.
Sneakers, even luxury ones, are often a cheaper way to make a statement than other designer duds. And some of the loud new styles cater to men looking to really make a fashion statement. It's about the best way to stand out in a crowd, said retail analyst Jeff Green. "Shoes have become more of an accessory, not a necessity." He likened sneakers to a new tie. "This is why people are getting a whole bunch of them ... It's the coolest way to make a statement," Green said. Zanotti said the men's shoe market has evolved a lot since he entered it. "It was very formal, black and a little boring from my perspective. The sneaker boom literally shook up fashion laws and etiquette," he said. "I like when I see men matching sneakers with different outfits -- from a jumpsuit to a pair of jeans to a formal tuxedo." How to buy luxury clothes without losing your shirt And while some of his shoes have gold leopard and neon snakeskin patterns, Ingelmo said he knows he has to walk a fine line when it comes to men's designs.
"You still want to follow some formality. You can be very creative, but you still have to follow a certain type of structure to stay within the bounds that men are used to."- Connecting of buyers and sellers since 2002. San Francisco, CA USANews broke last summer that singer would be collaborating with , and now we’ve got a closer look at the shoes. The men’s capsule collection — which launches this month — includes four styles including two boots and two . The offering, which ranges from $795 to $1,295, channels Malik’s rugged streetwear vibe. For instance: The suede and leather Javaad style, a sneaker-boot hybrid, is inspired by the classic boxing boot silhouette. Meanwhile, the olive green Taz sneaker is more casual with lateral zips and a “Giuseppe for Zayn” embossed logo plate (which are on all the shoes as well). “I really believe style comes from taking chances, being bold and not being afraid to express yourself,” said Malik of the collection. “I feel Giuseppe does that with his collections — and I try to do that with my music.
So when the idea came up to collaborate, I thought, ‘Yes, this would work.’ “Zayn is a icon, truly,” added Zanotti. “It’s who he is; Just as his music is soulful, his style is natural. His whole approach is contemporary, an easy coolness with the right amount of modern rebel.” Zanotti has been ramping up its collaboration efforts. In addition to the new partnership with Malik, the footwear designer also teamed up with singer-actress Jennifer Lopez on a series of stiletto heels, which also launch this month. Lopez even gifted a pair to Kylie and Kris Jenner. For a closer look at the shoes, click through the gallery. Zayn Malik’s Stylist, Jason Rembert, Reveals the Secret to His Look Giuseppe Zanotti Collaborating With Zayn Malik Gigi Hadid Just Gave a Sneak Peek of Zayn Malik’s Giuseppe Zanotti Collab Zayn Malik Wears Glow-In-The-Dark Nike Kicks In New Music Video Jennifer Lopez Just Gifted Her Giuseppe Zanotti Heels to Two Very Famous People