Homegrown labels are something we’re proud to support, but sometimes going global for our next fashion fix is the only way to go -- especially when it comes to shoes.
That’s precisely why we’re shopping Fratelli.
Ashkan and Ali Zargar opened their chic, shoes-only Yaletown shop two months ago – and we couldn’t be happier. The bright, box-shaped room is splattered with the latest in gorgeous boot and shoes ($250 - $350) from Spain and Italy.
We instantly fell head-over-heels (pun slightly intended) for the Cole Haan Genevieve pumps ($328) in a pale yellow, with a narrow kitten-heel that gave our calves that extra definition (not to mention, woven leather looks are a shoe-in for Spring ’09). Rebeca Sanver’s patterned suede boot ($247) in brown was next on our list, thanks to its ironed-on floral print and wedge heels. Salvatore Tremp, Jeannot and Elata are all footwear labels currently in stock, as well as accessories from brands such as Fossil and Juicy Couture – the leather and gold iPhone case ($80) is a must-have.
We might never see the inside of another shoe store again.
Fratelli
www.fratellifashion.com
1056 Mainland St.
604-684-9993
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