Let's face it. Ten years is a long time. A whole decade, as a matter of fact. In an era where things are relatively fleeting, hitting the 10-year mark is pretty impressive. Especially when it comes to fashion since trends often guide what's considered in or now officially out. That applies to shoes, too. See the epic rise of Alaïa's fancy ballet flats that kicked off a mesh shoe obsession. We're pretty sure that said obsession is bound to wane once the next footwear fad rolls around. Which is why Gianvito Rossi marking the 10-year anniversary of its beloved Portofino sandals is so special.
The now signature style was created all the way back in April 2014 by the master himself. "The Portofino sandal embodies the essence of my vision: beauty in simplicity and quality, as well as in the attention to proportions," explains Rossi on his website. "After ten years, our customers keep looking for it: I like to think that its lines have somehow got out of time to stay, becoming a cherished object women can always have within reach in their wardrobe."
