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Rio Ankle Boot in Cream Leather
The pointy almond toe, Rio ankle boot is set on a comfortable block heel featuring a metal zip closure with GH signature. The boots are made in Italy.
Details:
- 100% Calf (Bos Taurus Farmed in France)
- 100% Calf lining
- 100% Calf sole
This garment was made by a family-owned factory located in Ascoli Piceno, Italy, and compliant with ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certification standards.
This Italian factory was founded in 2003 by three women, two of whom are sisters with impressive family lineage in fashion and garment craftsmanship. Their grandmother was a gifted talent scout who discovered Martin Margiela, among others, and their father dedicated a lifetime to the art of traditional tailoring.
Calfskin is notable for its durable and pliable nature. Flexible enough for a custom fit, the tightness of the grain provides an elegant and refined surface. The Heel of this shoe is harvested from responsible managed forests governed by the Forest Stewardship Council. Production of wooden heels utilizes less carbon than virgin plastic; therefore, it reduces the amount of waste materials that make up today's landfills