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Paolo Mariani on his passion for shoemaking | BOTTEGA PAOLO MARIANI Gallery
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July 15, 2015

Paolo Mariani on his passion for shoemaking | BOTTEGA PAOLO MARIANI Gallery

Artisan Paolo Mariani on his first visit to Japan. Interviewed at Cerulean Tower Tokyu Hotel (Shibuya, Tokyo).
Norwegian-welted boots, the signature style of Bottega Paolo Mariani. Approximately 500 hand stitches around the edge unite the upper leather and sole, creating a robust, substantial structure.
Kudu leather is used for the boots in Photo 2, adding a unique, antique texture. A kudu is an African antelope, similar in appearance to a deer.
Alongside classic, dressy styles, sporty models like mountain boots are also available.
A box for each shoe (two boxes per pair), another iconic symbol of Bottega Paolo Mariani, prevents them from overlapping.
Mariani explains this protective separation: “To cherish each shoe as much as possible – even a tiny bump can cause rubbing.”
Loafer in crocodile leather (second from left). Its distinctive color elevates this classic shoe with a modern, stylish flair.
An Oxford shoe (eyelets stitched under the vamp), ideal for sophisticated occasions. Its unique color, a perfect blend of Bordeaux and mustard, reflects his inspiration.
Derby shoe (eyelets stitched over the vamp) in suede. Mariani’s hands magically create a perfectly balanced, effortlessly elegant model.
The artisan’s impression of Japan: “I think Japan is a neat, organized, silent country – completely different from Italy, which can sometimes be a bit too chaotic, you know.”
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Paolo Mariani on His Passion for Shoemaking | BOTTEGA PAOLO MARIANI Gallery

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