Italian luxury footwear house known for its sculptural heels and sophisticated, craft-focused shoe design.
ORIGIN
Italy
PRICE TIER
luxury
Founded in 1958 by Quinto and Flora Casadei in a small San Mauro Pascoli workshop, Casadei began by creating sandals for tourists on the Italian Riviera. The brand quickly evolved into a symbol of luxurious, Made-in-Italy footwear, gaining international recognition for its blend of traditional craftsmanship and innovative design. Since 1994, under the creative direction of the founders' son, Cesare Casadei, the house has become synonymous with bold, elegant shoes that are often described as wearable works of art. The brand is particularly celebrated for its iconic 'Blade' heel, a sharp, steel stiletto introduced in 2011 that became a symbol of modern femininity and has been worn by celebrities like Beyoncé and Victoria Beckham.