Rating of the best brands of Italian shoes for 2022

Italy is the leading footwear manufacturer among the countries of the European Union, and in the world it ranks 4th in its production. As for exports, here Italy is in 3rd place in the world. Russia is one of the main sales markets for Italian shoemakers, which is not surprising, because real Italian shoes are of excellent quality and non-trivial design. And a wide range will allow you to choose exactly your pair. We will talk about the best brands of Italian shoes, prices and features of the collections below.

Interesting facts about the Italian shoe industry

• The shoe industry of the country began to emerge in 1200, and shoes began to be manufactured on an industrial scale in 1800.
• The rapid growth of the country's shoe industry occurred in the 50s of the twentieth century.
• Now in Italy there are more than 7,600 shoe companies, which employ more than 114 thousand people.
• About 400 million pairs of shoes are produced annually in the country, with over 300 million pairs being exported.
• The shoe industry is concentrated in regions, the main ones are seven: Marche, Toscano, Lombardy, Veneto, Campania, Emilia Romagna and Puglia.
• In Italy, there is the National Association of Shoe Enterprises, which includes 1000 companies, these are the largest market players, they account for 70% of the national shoe production.
• Twice a year, before the advent of COVID-19, the International Shoe Show was held in Italy, where about 1,400 shoe companies participated, about 800 of them were Italian, while the rest were representatives of other EU countries.

The best Italian shoe brands for 2022 with a pair under 50,000 rubles

Baldinini

One of the largest and most successful Italian brands dates back to 1910. Then, in the small town of San Mauro Pascoli, the head of the Baldinini family came up with the idea of ​​​​creating his own shoe shop. It is worth noting that in those years it was not customary to “sit and wait” for customers, then shoemakers went from house to house offering their services.

The workshop successfully existed for a couple of decades, after which it almost collapsed during the Second World War, but the founders not only managed to overcome difficulties, but also expanded production.Contemporaries associate the brand with the name of Jimmy Baldinini, he took the helm of production in the 70s of the last century, carried out a series of reformations, after which the whole world started talking about the brand.

The fateful couple that brought the company success and worldwide popularity were sandals of the 75th model - high-heeled clogs, feminine and elegant.

The Baldinini women's collection is:

• Sandals and shoes - there are classic pumps of various colors, made of leather or suede; wedge models of various heights, clogs and sports models. The cost for a pair is from 20,000 rubles.

• Moccasins and espadrilles - they are distinguished by the softest upper materials, microperforated nappa leather is used, the shades are mostly classic; there are options in suede neutral tones. Price - from 16,000 rubles.

• Products on a flat sole are sandals, sandals, slippers, ballet flats. Each pair looks seductive and sits comfortably on the leg. Prices start from 14,000 rubles.

• Sneakers and sneakers - almost every pair from this line proves the fact that sports shoes can be feminine. the materials used are leather and textiles. Lace, rhinestones are added to some models, perforation technology is applied. Price - from 20,000 rubles.

Now about the collection for men:

• Boots and moccasins — derbies, oxfords and brogues are presented here, without which you cannot create a business style, the materials used are leather and suede, the decor is perforation, vintage elements, polishing, etc. Baldinini moccasins are surprisingly light, soft, but refined. Prices - from 20,000 rubles.

• Sneakers and sneakers - the sporty style presented by the brand looks very elegant and expensive, creating impeccable comfort for the feet. Prices - from 18,000 rubles.

• Slip-ons - very soft models of woven or smooth leather with artificial inserts, shades - sand, gray, brown, black, blue. Prices - from 21,000 rubles.
• Sandals-flip-flops - made of leather, they go well with linen trousers. Price - from 21,000 rubles.

It can be concluded that the brand's collections mostly gravitate towards classic looks, although bold design models are also presented in the line.

ballin

This former family business began to develop in the post-war years, in 1945 two brothers opened a small shoe shop. They produced women's shoes, which were handmade and had an original design.

The concept of the brand says that shoes are primarily an ornament, a luxury item, and not an everyday thing.

Products are sewn only for women. The range includes shoes, sneakers, ankle boots, loafers. There are boots and ankle boots. As for design, the brand models that are presented on the Russian market for the most part have a rather calm design, which allows you to wear products in everyday life.

The average cost of shoes of this brand is 15,000 rubles.

It is worth noting that in Russia such shoes can only be bought from various Internet sites; there is no opportunity to buy a pair from Ballin on the official website. All this suggests the relevance of the question of buying a genuine pair, especially if the offer is already very attractive in price.

Fratelli Rossetti

A family owned company founded in 1953. Founder: Renzo Rossetti. It took just a few years for a small workshop to turn into a factory where shoes of impeccable quality and non-trivial design are created.

Interesting fact! Some models for the brand were designed by iconic couturier Giorgio Armani.

From year to year the company develops its production, but there are things that remain unchanged: the members of the Rossetti family are still at the helm, and the shoes are still made by hand.

So let's look at the women's collection. In the brand catalog you can choose for yourself:

• Classic shoes with laces, outwardly similar to men's, they will be an excellent addition to the casual style, for all their classic style, it simply does not work to call them boring, the design elements used are so interesting. The price is from 200 euros.

• Loafers and moccasins - here you can choose a leather model in classic black or white, choose the option with a print or woven material. The bestsellers of the line are moccasins of the Yacht series, the cost of the latter is from 160 euros.

• Slip-ons - even in this segment, designers give you the opportunity to wander in the choice: whether it will be classic leather slip-ons or with a pointed nose and a bright print, or an option with a classic bias, prices start at 280 euros.

• Classic pumps - the choice is extremely modest, there are models with stiletto heels or wider heels, with a buckle for decoration or a jumper around the foot. There are also suede ankle boots in three colors, the price is 400 euros.
• Sandals - the main material is leather, less often suede is used. The choice of colors is wide, there are no bright design elements on most models. Cost: from 200 euros.

• Ballet shoes - there are models without decor and with original buckles, made of smooth or perforated leather, as well as suede. The cost is from 300 euros.

The men's collection is represented by lace-up shoes, loafers, moccasins, slip-ons and sneakers.The style solution of moccasins, loafers, slip-ons is generally very similar to similar collections for women. Leather is used, including woven, suede. The color solution is usually mono color, but there are interesting options with prints.

Leather and suede lace-up sneakers look attractive. They will be a great addition to a casual look, there are variations on black and white soles. Their cost is from 230 euros.

The men's collection provides a large selection of suit boots and shoes for office style.

In general, the brand's collections are a combination of classics and luxury, and the point is not in decor, but in premium materials and impeccable quality.

FABI

This family shoe business was founded in 1965 by the brothers Enrico and Elisio Fabi. Initially, it was a small workshop, which, literally seven years later, grew into a factory of 1000 sq.m. The first pair that the brothers made with their own hands were men's shoes. The women's collection appeared only in the early 90s.

Now the lion's share of all manufactured products is exported and only 5% is sold in Italy. You can buy shoes in one of the many Russian stores or use the search on the website of the official online store, delivery, by the way, is carried out to many countries of the world.

About collections:

Women's shoes from FABI are a variety of models and design elements. Presented here:

• Sneakers, sneakers, sneakers - there are textile and leather options, in mono-color and multi-colored. Leather products with laces on blue soles look original - light, comfortable, perfectly fitting on the leg. The cost of shoes in this category starts from 160 euros.

• Sandals - the catalog contains models with a thin, flat sole with Greek-style lacing, platform shoes. Slippers on a flat sole with a brand logo look very elegant, made of leather, they are distinguished by a variety of colors. The price of sandals starts from 110 euros.

• Relatively inexpensive wedge models can be distinguished into a separate category. There are options for clogs, with a jumper at the ankle, with lacing at the calf. The materials are different - calfskin, snakeskin, fabric options. The cost of such models starts from 50 euros.

• Pumps - a wide range, models differ in design elements, color, height and shape of the heel. There are classic options for stiletto heels with a complete lack of decor, and there are models that can become the central link of the image. The cost is from 200 euros.

• Mules - among these summer models you can also get confused, there are products with a fully open heel, there is a jumper on the ankle, the height of the heel is different, as well as the material (in color and texture), what unites the models is the presence of a branded buckle on the front. The price is an average of 200 euros.

There are also models in men's style and ankle boots in the collection, but the choice of the latter is extremely scarce. The material for the manufacture of such products is leather and suede, the cost is from 400 euros.

Now about men.

As with almost any brand, the choice of sneakers and sneakers is literally amazing. The bulk of the products are made of leather, smooth or perforated, there are mixed options (leather + suede), different colors, there are exquisite grained leather options that can complement literally any look. The cost is from 200 euros.

For connoisseurs of the classics, the catalog includes oxfords, brogues and derbies, mostly made of smooth calfskin.Moccasins from FABI are also more of an emphasis on the classics.

Although perhaps someone will like the option of noble aged leather in blue.

Prices for classic, business shoes - an average of 350 euros.

Also in the assortment for men there are several options for calfskin slippers, products will be a great addition to a light summer wardrobe. The price for such copies is from 150 euros.

Bruno Magli

Another family business, at the origins of which are two sisters and brother Bruno, after whom the brand is named. A small shoe shop was established in 1936. Initially, only women's models were among the manufactured shoes.

Shoes for gentlemen began to be created only 20 years after the workshop was organized. And interestingly, it was men's moccasins that brought the company worldwide fame.

The women's collection for the most part gravitates towards the classics. You can choose for yourself elegant loafers, which are produced from smooth leather and in just three colors - white, black, brown. Price - from 240 dollars.

Pumps are presented in various versions - classic, fully closed or with an open heel and a jumper at the ankle. Cost - from 200 dollars.

Now about sandals, perhaps they can be considered the top of the collection's creativity, although there are no deviations from elegance and grace. All the same classic color scheme, which is within the boundaries of white-black-brown. You can choose the option of high heels, wedges, small square heels. The jumper on the ankle may be different, depending on the model chosen. Particularly interesting, in our opinion, is the variant with a cross. The price of sandals is from $150.

There are also several models of ankle boots in the catalog, as well as boots.

The men's collection at Bruno Magli is much wider than the women's.

Leather clogs, perfectly complementing the summer look, can be purchased for $ 200.

The price of moccasins also starts at $200, this type is presented with various options. There are leather copies, suede.

For connoisseurs of sports style in clothes or simply preferring maximum comfort, you can choose one of the sneakers, sneakers, which are sewn by the manufacturer mainly from leather. The cost of sneakers from Bruno Magli is $250. average.

Of course, the manufacturer did not bypass the classic shoes, presented by oxfords and loafers, the cost is different, on average $ 350.

Classics, elegance, grace, style - these are, perhaps, the concepts that can characterize the shoe collection from Bruno Magli.

Top Italian luxury shoe brands

Gucci

An eminent Italian fashion house with a century-long history. It was founded in 1921 and is headquartered in Florence. The manufacture of shoes is one of the activities of the company; in addition, the brand's branded stores offer ready-made clothes, bags, and other accessories. There are brand boutiques in many countries of the world, Russia is no exception. Only in Moscow there are 5 official stores.

In the line of women's shoes, the brand offers:

• Shoes - with an open heel made of quilted, visually soft material, there are completely closed models made of smooth leather with heels of different shapes and heights.
• Slippers and mules are definitely a model that deserves attention, which will be a great addition to both the classic version of clothes and the summer look, the main thing is to choose the right color, and Gucci has a very wide choice of them.
  
• Moccasins and loafers - here you should pay attention to the model that does not change from year to year - loafers with branded buckles, there are also options with higher heels.

• Ballerinas - in addition to classic ballerinas, suitable for any, more often office look, here are creative printed models made of leather, made in collaboration with Ken Scott.
• Espadrilles and clogs are flat-soled models, mostly made of textiles, while the platform ones have leather straps and jumpers.
• Sandals, flip-flops and sandals - available with closed or open heel, ankle strap, stiletto heel, flat heel, cone heel or platform. The material is predominantly leather with various effects. Colors are various.
  
• Sneakers and sneakers are distinguished by their original print, the material of most products is leather, the colors are different, the advantage is in white specimens.

• Boots and boots - a fairly wide selection of such models, so you can find your pair, regardless of your preferred style.

The men's collection is presented in almost similar categories:

• Moccasins and loafers;

• Lace-up boots;
• Boots;
• Sleepers;
• Sandals and slippers;
• Espadrilles;
• Sneakers.

The main part of the collection for men is presented in various leather variations, as for the decor, it is a print or buckles in the form of interlaced G letters, or a Horsebit detail.

PRADA

Like most famous fashion houses, this one dates back to the beginning of the last century. Since 1913, the company began tailoring travel bags. Shoes among the manufactured products appeared later, and today the catalog includes a women's and men's collection.

When creating any pair, the company, first of all, pays attention to the raw materials used. All materials from which shoes are sewn meet safety criteria. For the most part, only premium quality raw materials are used.

The women's line includes:

• Sneakers - the main materials of this line - textiles, gabardine, nylon, leather, there are overall models, as well as standard ergonomic sneakers. An interesting option is high sneakers with a wallet included.

• Ankle boots and boots - the main material of this series is leather, there are suede models, as well as a combination of leather and nylon. The color scheme is calm - black, beige, brown.

• Shoes - classic models and open-heeled shoes are collected here, the materials used are leather and knitwear.

• Sandals and sandals - you can choose a classic version or in a sporty style with rubber soles.
• Lace-up shoes are classic derby heels.
• Mules - with or without heels, made of leather or terry cloth - the choice is up to the lady.
• Clogs - quilted calfskin is used to create.
• Ballerinas are classic models made of smooth leather.
• Loafers are very strict options for self-confident business women.
• Espadrilles and wedges.

In general, the women's line of the brand is still more of a traditional vision of shoes, with the exception, perhaps, only sneakers.

As for men, you can choose sneakers, loafers, boots or sandals. There are also classic lace-up shoes.

As for the cost, a pair of women's shoes will cost at least 50,000 rubles, sneakers, women's and men's, cost from 50 and 60 thousand rubles, respectively. But for elegant boots made of the most delicate leather, you will have to pay from 140,000 rubles.

Giorgio Armani

Another famous brand continues our selection. Giorgio Armani founded the company in 1975 and almost immediately introduced a wide range of clothing and related products, shoes being just one of the directions. Armani was one of the first to use the method of segmenting collections; for a long time, segments were divided by type of clothing / shoes and by cost (luxury) of goods. However, since 2016, only the cost principle has remained. For luxury quality, you should turn to Giorgio Armani, while the middle and budget niches are occupied by Emporio Armani and Armani Exchange, respectively.

The shoes that are produced by the brand are distinguished by the breadth of directions, that is, we can safely say that each person will find a pair for his style and image.

So the women's line includes sandals, sneakers, ballet flats, loafers, classic pumps, boots and boots. Among the interesting models we want to note:

• Pumps with open heel and half-bow buckle, crafted from patent leather. Cost: 58 500 rubles.

• One more boats, but completely closed, with a low clepsydra heel. Origami decor betrays the originality of the model. The cost of a pair: 48,000 rubles.

• Chelsea boots made from suede. A pleated metal insert at the heel adds a touch of class to the model. The price of a pair is 93,000 rubles.

The men's collection is no less impressive - boots, shoes and lace-up boots, loafers, slip-ons, sneakers, sandals. The range is wide. We note especially interesting, in the opinion of our editors, models:

• Massive sneakers with oversized soles are available in three colors: blue, red, beige. The color of the insert on the sole repeats the main shade.Shoes will be a great choice for everyday wear, they do not look pretentious, but definitely catches the eye. Cost: 69,000 rubles.

• Perforated leather shoes can be a versatile pair, suitable for various styles of clothing. Cost: 50,000 rubles.

• Lightweight, comfortable loafers made of suede, decorated with a discreet brand logo, will cost its owner 39,000 rubles.

Premium materials and original design - that's what attracts the shoes of this brand.

Salvatore Ferragamo

The brand, named after its founder, began to exist in 1928. Salvatore dreamed of being a shoemaker from early childhood and he made his first pair of shoes for his sister, who had nothing to go to church. It is important to note that at that time the master was only 9 years old.

Today the company offers its customers not only shoes, but also bags, leather belts, fragrances.

The women's line includes sneakers and slip-on moccasins, ballet flats and pumps, sandals and espadrilles, mules and ankle boots. Most of the presented shoes do not have any flashy design. Elegance and style - this is how you can characterize any couple.

Connoisseurs of the classics will definitely not be disappointed, because the catalog offers a large selection of shoes that can perfectly complement an office option or a more democratic, but no less feminine outfit. The average cost of shoes is 600 euros.

If you want something less classic, then the manufacturer offers to beat it, for example, with the shape of a heel or an unusual top material. The cost of shoes with an open heel is 700 euros.

There are, of course, loafers in the collection. Elegant models, luxurious decor, calm colors.The cost is from 600 euros.

Now about men. For the strong half of humanity, Salvatore Ferragamo offers:

• Classic oxfords, perfect for a formal suit. Cost: 800 euros.
• An alternative to oxfords can be loafers, which also perfectly complement the office style. The price is similar.
• The brand's sneakers are very diverse in their style - there are quite classic variations, and there are very bold models. The cost is from 450 euros.

• Moccasins are exactly the model that you should pay attention to in the Salvatore Ferragamo catalog. The choice is very wide, this also applies to the material - smooth leather, suede, perforated leather, etc. A variety of colors, different soles - flat rubber, with a heel that makes them look like loafers, or a thin "responsive" outsole. The cost of a pair is 500 euros on average.

In addition, the brand's catalogs include men's leather slippers and boots. The choice, design and quality, as well as the comfort that buyers note in their reviews, deserve Salvatore Ferragamo to be among the best shoe brands.

Dolce & Gabbana

This fashion house emerged in 1985 as a result of a tandem of two talented Italian designers. The company works in various areas, including the production of shoes, which are not only distinguished by the quality of workmanship, but also by a non-trivial recognizable design.

The women's line includes

• Sneakers are definitely a category that deserves attention. This choice in terms of design is difficult to find in other brands. It can be the usual white sneakers without extra touches or with a sole decorated with the brand logo, or a high model made of brocade, golden laminated fabric, or maybe knee-high lace-up sneakers.There are options with embroidery, thermal crystals, rhinestones and much more. The price starts from 500 euros.

• High-heeled shoes - classics in this category closely coexist with bright prints and bold design solutions, you can choose leather pumps for a business suit or a light summer option. And of course, the heel - in this collection it is different both in height and in shape, the choice in this category can hardly be called easy. The cost of shoes is from 300 euros.

• Sandals and sandals are one of the few lines where it is difficult to find classics, but if shocking is your thing, then this line is worth studying.
• Boots and ankle boots - a varied selection of models and a wide range of prices, starting from 350 euros and going well over 1000.
• Flat and lace-up shoes - a large selection of textile ballet flats.
• Flip flops and mules are great leather options starting at €400, but there are also rubber options.

Shoes for men are sneakers, loafers, moccasins, lace-up shoes, boots and flip flops.

The line of men's sneakers is no less bright than women's, but bright in a masculine way. There are no rhinestones here, but there are interesting patches and embroideries, color and material combinations are different. The cost is from 300 euros.

I would also like to note the line of lace-up shoes, the shoes where we are used to seeing the most classic version of shoes. But perhaps Dolce & Gabbana would have betrayed themselves if they had not diluted the collection of familiar pieces, for example, a red derby made of python skin or a pair of woven leather.

Summarizing the information on the brand, we can say that Dolce & Gabbana holds the palm for creative solutions and design ideas among the other brands noted in our rating.

conclusions

In the article, we examined a small proportion of Italian shoe brands whose products really deserve attention. In fact, there are much more worthy manufacturers, but not all worthy brands can be bought in Russia, even via the Internet. The companies noted by us are represented either in Russian offline stores or carry out international delivery.

At first glance at the price of individual brands, some of us may have doubts that he will ever be able to afford such a pair of shoes. Yes, really high-quality Italian shoes a priori cannot be cheap, remember about manual work and materials. But if you track sales on official websites, then there is an opportunity to buy a selected pair with a discount of up to 70%. Find your pair of shoes and dress in style!