The Bite Magazine - Spring/Summer 2022 - Issue 31

biteshoes w Chelsea Paris shoes are handmade exclusively by Italian and Portuguese artisans and use vegetable-tanned, met- al-free leather and textiles that are ecologically processed. The brand also supports varied organisations making the world a better place. Currently, they are in partnership with Solar Sisters, which equips women entrepreneurs in sub-Saharan Africa with ample training and education to build sustainable clean energy businesses in their commu- nities. Fall 2020 drew inspiration fromAfrican cornrow lines and Deco geometry by incorporating modern shapes and tex- tured materials. Exotic skins and seductive textures were presented in fiery yellow, rich camel, dusty brown and sun-kissed gold. A collection created entirely for the con- sumer; each design was purposeful, tasteful and wearable. Hints of African elegance were derived from Theresa's identity and heritage. For SS22, Theresa continues to celebrate her heritage through the same signature vein as her previous collec- tion with the addition of woven Raffia. Classic mule Ace in Black, Butter, Gold, Orchid Pink or Silver is made from Nappa leather, with leather lining, a 75 mm flared heel and square toe. Finn in White, Black, Mineral Yellow or Or- chid Pink with sultry straps and a timeless style is hand- made in Italy from Nappa leather, with leather lining, an 85 mm heel and square toe. Step into the Julien mule in Ginger Biscuit or Mineral Yellow for a groovy feeling. This easy-going, super ver- satile shoe will take you from day to evening and spring to fall. It is handmade in Portugal with the exact details as the previous two styles but with a 50 mm heel. With its gold-finished metal chain, Claude in Harvest, Black or Unbleached is made from calf leather with a 45 mm block heel and the usual features. Kylian in Orange, Black, or Mother-of-Pearl croco- dile-embossed calf leather, described as ‘a loafer with a bit of lagniappe’ features a 10 mm block heel and silver-fin- ished metal plate, with the standard details. Remy in Lime, Black, Harvest or Olive Oil Nappa leather cuts through the crowd with sultry lines atop a 75 mm flared heel, with leather sole and a platinum metal buckle. The sexy Italian-made Sasha sandal in Platinum or Black metallic Nappa leather has an 85 mm heel and an almond toe. Meanwhile, the stylish, versatile Toinet platform shoe in Mineral Yellow or Black Nappa leather is designed with a 60 mm block heel and leather sole with the usual fea- tures. Chelsea Paris suggests pairing them with distressed denim for an edgy flair. Lastly, Zasa in Ginger Biscuit, Champagne or Raffia Nappa leather has an impressive 120 mm heel and 40 mm platform with a leather sole and al- mond toe. Chelsea Paris shoes are available online and at selected re- tailers in the United States. https://uk.chelseaparis.com etry