The original espadrille, called Espardenya by the old-timers, has been handcrafted in the village of Cervera since the 13th century.
As we can see on the following pictures and video, Vicente assembles the rope into a sole and stitches it by hand using a punch, once the sole is ready, the upper canvas will also be [...]
Espadrilles
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The real Espadrilles, handmade in Spain
March 22, 2013 | By alexis | How it's made, Espadrilles
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Kids espadrilles
March 20, 2013 | By admin | Fashion, The boutique, Espadrilles, Just arrived
Espadrillestore presents the new 2013 collection of espadrilles for boys and girls.
Boys:
- Traditional flat espadrilles (red, black, turquoise, ivory white, pistachio green, fuchsia) Continue Reading -
Women espadrilles
March 15, 2013 | By helena | Fashion, The boutique, Espadrilles, Just arrived
Espadrillestore is proud to present the new 2013 espadrilles collection. All our espadrilles are certified 100% handmade in the village of Cervera in northern Spain and include the following styles:
- Espadrilles flats (black, red, orange, navy blue, fuchsia pink, yellow etc...)
- Medium wedge heels (with laces and with ankle straps, black, red, jute, red stripes) Continue Reading -
Men espadrilles
March 7, 2013 | By diego | Fashion, The boutique, Espadrilles
For hundreds of years, traditional espadrilles were worn by all types of men : peasants, priests, soldiers, sailors, and even royalty.
Today, the classic espadrilles for men are available in a multitude of colors and styles: flat espadrilles sewn in white, sewn in color, striped, espadrille linen shoe, traditional Catalana espadrilles etc ... All espadrilles are 100 [...] -
Melissa Bolduc, fashion designer, uses the Catalana espadrilles
February 23, 2013 | By helena | Fashion, Espadrilles
The talented fashion designer Melissa Bolduc lunched her women's clothes brand a few years ago : Melow. She already owns two shops in Montreal and Ottawa. Melissa has chosen the traditional Catalan espadrille for her models in her 2013 spring and summer catalog.
Melow par Mélissa Bolduc is sophisticated yet comfortable, has complex designs, but shows simple lines.
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Espadrilles at a good price
February 6, 2013 | By admin | Espadrilles
For limited time only, we offer a 50% clearance on a large selection of traditional spanish espadrilles.
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Menorquinas sandals (Avarcas)
February 6, 2013 | By admin | The boutique, Espadrilles
The original Menorquina sandal, also known as Avarca sandal, is named after the island of Menorca, one of the Baleares Islands off the coast of Spain in the Mediterranean Sea. These wonderful sandals are comfortable, sturdy yet very stylish, and of course eco-friendly as they are made of 100% leather and a sole made of [...]
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Flat canvas espadrilles
February 6, 2013 | By admin | Espadrilles
Our Espadrilles collection, according to a centuries’ long tradition, are entirely handmade in a small village of Spain called Cervera del Rio Alhama. The original flat espadrille is made of canvas sewn on a jute sole, with or without ties wrapped around the ankle. The sole is made of braided jute and this organic fiber [...]
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High heel espadrilles
February 6, 2013 | By admin | Fashion, Espadrilles, Just arrived
Up to the 1960’s, the espadrille was flat, with no frills. The enthusiasm of fashion designers like Yves St-Laurent have brought the interest for espadrilles to new heights, with their high heels, striped or printed fabrics, lovely laces wrapped to be wrapped around the ankles and other embellishments.
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Espadrilles for men
February 6, 2013 | By admin | Fashion, Espadrilles
In our village in La Rioja, Spain, our espadrilles have been handmade since the 14th century. Originally, the espadrilles were handcrafted for men, such as shepherds, soldiers, farmers etc…
Today, they have become a must in masculine European fashion. After a few days of wearing your espadrilles the jute sole will soften up to mould to your feet.
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Women's espadrilles
February 6, 2013 | By admin | Fashion, Espadrilles
Our espadrilles are completely handmade in the small village of Cervera del Rio Alhama, in the region of La Rioja, in northern Spain.
The traditional espadrille is flat, but responding to today’s fashion demand, our women’s espadrilles have evolved to new levels. Thanks to fashion designers such as Yves St-Laurent and other, the modern espadrille has [...] -
Espadrilles for kids
February 6, 2013 | By admin | Espadrilles
Lovely espadrilles for kids who like to run around with cool shoes, with or without ties wrapped around their ankles.
It is a widespread tradition for Spanish and French children to wear this traditional shoe, with its unique and extremely comfortable style. The upper is made of cotton canvas, available in many colors, and the rope [...] -
Classic espadrilles distribution
February 6, 2013 | By admin | The boutique, Espadrilles, Just arrived
Espadrillestore specializes in worldwide distribution of simple and essential selections of traditional and fashion espadrilles handmade with the utmost care, and is the home of the genuine Spanish canvas espadrille shoe in both block colours and vibrant stripes.
We pledge quality products, excellent customer service and an ongoing commitment to provide the newest, most innovative collections [...] -
The definition of Espardenya
February 6, 2013 | By admin | Espadrilles
Espardenya is the Catalan term for espadrille, and derives from Esparto, the plant used 7 centuries ago to make the soles of the espadrilles (Catalan is the official language of Catalonia).
In our village of La Rioja, Spain, the soles of our espadrilles whent through the centuries through many types of forms and materials, from Esparto [...] -
Avarca, the famous Spanish sandal
February 1, 2013 | By admin | Espadrilles, Just arrived
Avarcas, also known as Menorquinas, are typical Minorcan slingback sandals made of authentic natural skin leather and recycled rubber soles, which fit out feet perfectly offering surprising comfort.
With more than a century of tradition, the Avarcas were first worn by countrymen and peasants, and have evolved into a comfortable and resistant essential summer product.
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Espadrille definition
February 1, 2013 | By admin | Espadrilles
Espadrilles are casual flat or high-heel shoes originating from the Pyrenees. They usually have a canvas or cotton fabric upper and a flexible sole made of rope. The jute rope sole is the defining characteristic of an espadrille; the uppers vary widely in style.
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The traditional espadrille
February 1, 2013 | By admin | History, Espadrilles
Espadrilles are casual flat or high-heel shoes originating from northern Spain, where they have been produced since the 14th century.
They usually have a canvas or cotton fabric upper joined to a flexible sole made of jute. The jute rope sole is the defining characteristic of an espadrille The uppers of our espadrilles are made of [...]
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