Italian designer Giuseppe Zanotti’s hometown of San Mauro Pascoli has a long tradition of shoe-making, so it’s fitting that he has gone on to found one of the world’s most successful footwear brands. Launched in 1993, his brand is now the statement shoe for celebrities and stars like Kylie Minogue, Justin Bieber, Beyonce, Jennifer Lopez, Kenye West, among other important names.

Here is his latest release, High-top sneakers in silver mirror-effect calfskin with inserts in sand calfskin, a concealed wedge and two zippers at sides. Textured white rubber foxing with logo at heel. Tone on tone stitching. Leather upper, rubber sole. Made in Italy. ($650.00)  giuseppezanottidesign.com

Giuseppe Zanotti fall winter 2012 patent mirror metal studded sneaker. Made in Italy. ($1010.00)  giuseppezanottidesign.com