Designer Edgardo Osorio of Aquazzura teamed up with the luxury interior brand de Gournay in May 2017 for an exclusive capsule collection. If you had seen the exquisite wallpaper designs of de Gournay, you would have been just as excited as we were for this partnership. The collaboration resulted in five gorgeous shoe styles that combined the aesthetics of both brands.
Each masterpiece boasted a beautiful de Gournay artwork for a luxe finish. The shoes featured intricate embroidery of a signature tropical design set on a lovely pink backdrop. These versatile shoes were sold exclusively at Matches Fashion and exuded stylish comfort and elegance, from flats to heels.
American model Arizona Muse starred in a stunning photoshoot that showcased each pair from the capsule collection. Photographed by Fiona Torre, each image captured the beauty of Aquazzura’s creations and de Gournay’s hand-painted designs.
The partnership, which brought de Gournay’s iconic hand-painted designs to footwear for the first time, holds personal significance for Aquazzura founder Edgardo Osorio. “I always admired de Gournay’s precious techniques and deep sense of artistry,” Osorio shared in an interview with Vogue.
“The maison creates pieces which seem to have real soul, and that’s exactly the same approach that I have to design. I was deeply fascinated by the idea that women could wear luxurious shoes reflecting the same beauty of de Gournay interiors.”
A longtime fan of de Gournay, Osorio has even incorporated their wallpaper into his own spaces, including the entrance hall of his apartment and Aquazzura’s flagship store in Bal Harbour, Florida.
Arizona Muse photographed by Fiona Torre for Aquazzura x de Gournay (Credit: Fiona Torre / Aquazzura for de Gournay)
Below, you can browse some of our favorites from the collection:
1. Statement Style: Aquazzura x de Gournay Embroidered Mules
These light pink shoes feature the season’s favorite silhouette with a multicolored tropical pattern. They also have open toes, single wide front straps, nude leather lining, and dark pink soles. In addition, they are set on high-block heels for a flattering arch.
Aquazzura for de Gournay Embroidered Mules, $750
Model wearing the embroidered mules with Gucci’s high-neck ruffled blouse and Roksanda’s “Devin” trimmed crepe culottes
2. Elevate Your Look: Aquazzura x de Gournay Embroidered Pumps
Refine any outfit with these light pink embroidered pumps that feature custom tropical chinoiserie from de Gournay. These shoes also have an almond-toe shape, nude leather lining, and high back panels with adjustable buckle-fastening ankle straps. In addition, they are set on mid-high block heels for a comfortable yet decorative lift.
Aquazzura for de Gournay Embroidered Pumps, $765
Model wearing the embroidered pumps with Rochas ruffle-trimmed open-back silk dress
3. Laid-Back Elegance: Aquazzura x de Gournay Embroidered Slides
Slip on these powder pink slides to elevate a low-key evening look. These open-toed shoes feature wide front straps, piped edges, gold-tone metal hardware, and covered small block heels.
Aquazzura for de Gournay Embroidered Slides, $575
Model wearing the embroidered slides with Attico’s “Natalia” silk-satin dress
4. Chic Comfort: Aquazzura x de Gournay Embroidered Loafers
This baby pink pair is all about stylish comfort with its small heels, round-toe shape, and slip-on style. These shoes also feature an embroidered de Gournay print, nude leather lining, and dark nude pink leather soles.
Aquazzura for de Gournay Embroidered Loafers, $595
Model wearing the embroidered loafers with Palmer//Harding’s “Poet” patch-pocket shirt and The Row’s “Ashland” low-rise straight-leg jeans
5. Vintage Charm: Aquazzura x de Gournay Embroidered Flats
These powder pink flats ooze vintage charm and refined elegance courtesy of de Gournay’s hand-painted tropical design. They also feature pointy toes, gold-tone metal hardware, and covered small block heels. In addition, they have pink tassel accents and pink woven-ribbon wraparound ankle straps for a decorative finish.
Aquazzura for de Gournay Embroidered Flats, $735
Model wearing the embroidered flats with Roksanda’s “Madara” tri-color sleeveless dress
What do you think of the Aquazzura for de Gournay capsule collection? Which shoe style is your favorite?
Explore More About Aquazzura
For readers interested in exploring more about Aquazzura’s innovative designs and notable collaborations, consider delving into the following articles:
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- Aquazzura x Swarovski Introduce Aura Sandal for 10th Anniversary celebrates a decade of Aquazzura with the dazzling Aura sandal, adorned with Swarovski crystals.
- Claudia Schiffer Designs Statement Shoes for Aquazzura Capsule Collection explores the collaboration between the supermodel and the brand, resulting in unique statement footwear.
These articles offer a comprehensive view of Aquazzura’s contributions to luxury footwear, providing insights into their design philosophy and partnerships.