Terry de Havilland has been making sexy celebrity shoes since the 1970s. While he is not as in the spotlight as Manolo or Louboutin, he has made fine footwear for celebrities like Angelina Jolie, Marilyn Manson and Bianca Jagger.
Recently de Havilland decided to open up his business to create a couture shoe service where people can walk in, discuss what they want, and get the perfect pair of shoes made to order.
Sounds like a good idea to me. The following gallery features a video of Anna Sui’s fashion show featuring Terry de Havilland’s shoes.
Custom Couture Footwear
Celebrity Cobbler Terry de Havilland's Bespoke Shoes
Trend Themes
1. Bespoke Footwear - Companies that offer customized, tailored, and hand-made footwear to their customers have the opportunity to disrupt the traditional shoe industry by providing unique and personalized products that meet specific needs and preferences.
2. Celebrity Collaborations - Shoe companies could leverage collaborations with famous and influential individuals, such as Terry de Havilland's work with celebrities, to differentiate their products, create buzz, and attract new customers.
3. Retro Fashion - Trends in fashion frequently come and go over time, creating an opportunity for companies to re-release classic or timeless products. Vintage and retro styles could be revitalized to appeal to those with a desire for nostalgia and authenticity.
Industry Implications
1. Luxury Fashion - By incorporating customization and personalization into their products, luxury fashion brands can appeal to high-end consumers seeking unique and exclusive items that reflect their personal style preferences and tastes.
2. Online Retail - Companies that successfully merge e-commerce with customization, such as allowing customers to design their own footwear online, can disrupt the traditional retail industry by creating a more efficient and convenient shopping experience for consumers.
3. Sustainable Fashion - Bespoke and tailored footwear could be an element of sustainable fashion, which focuses on producing products in a more environmentally-friendly and conscious manner, reducing waste, and incorporating ethical and fair trade practices into the production process.