Michael Bastian has a thing for shoes. His first three collections did more to revive the popularity of the Alden tassel loafer, Stubbs & Wootten slippers, camp moc, and monk strap than any advertising budget. The brand produces one of the most anticipated shows of New York fashion week. Best described as a modern-traditionalist, Bastian’s Fall Winter 2015 collection was a symphony of sharp tailoring and precisely calibrated casual-wear, all perfectly styled down to the last detail – the shoes.
Along with the usual assortment of classic kicks, weather-beaten boots and tasselled loafers, the Fall Winter 2015 range includes a selection of shoes produced by Tuscan cobbler Barbanera. The two brands share similar inspirations and design philosophies, eschewing trends and concentrating on high quality production and timeless style. Every pair of Barbanera X Michael Bastian shoes is handcrafted in Italy with genuine Goodyear welts. The croc print velvet slippers, suede trimmed bleached linen brogue and, best of all, the hybrid monk strap/kiltie from the collection are available now for pre-order at michaelbastiannyc.com.
