• Website: aquazzura.com
• Founded: 2012, Florence, Italy
• Founder: Edgardo Osorio
• Owned By: Aquazzura Italia S.r.l. (privately owned)
• Known For: Bow Tie Pumps, Tequila Sandals, Very Bow Tie Pumps, Purist Collection, pineapple emblem
• Category Focus: Luxury footwear, handbags, eyewear, home décor, accessories
Aquazzura is one of the world's leading luxury footwear houses, renowned for its Italian craftsmanship, vibrant elegance, and exceptional comfort. Founded by Edgardo Osorio in 2012, the Florence-based maison quickly became one of fashion's fastest-growing luxury shoe brands by combining timeless Italian shoemaking with playful glamour, colorful design, and remarkable wearability.
Known for blending refined silhouettes, jewel-like embellishments, premium Italian materials, and feminine sophistication, Aquazzura has created iconic styles including the Bow Tie Pumps, Tequila Sandals, Very Bow Tie Pumps, Purist Sandals, Cosmic Sandals, and Love Link Collection. Signature details such as the gold pineapple emblem and elegant ankle ties have become instantly recognizable symbols of the brand.
Today, Aquazzura remains independently led by Edgardo Osorio, continuing to expand globally through footwear, handbags, home collections, and eyewear while preserving its reputation for effortless luxury and impeccable craftsmanship.
Bow Tie Pumps
Tequila Sandals
Very Bow Tie Pumps
Purist Sandals
Cosmic Sandals
Love Link Sandals
Saint Honoré Slingbacks
Secret Garden Collection
After working with prestigious fashion houses including Salvatore Ferragamo and Roberto Cavalli, Edgardo Osorio launched Aquazzura in 2012 with a clear vision: to create luxurious shoes that women genuinely enjoy wearing. Drawing inspiration from Italian craftsmanship and international travel, he emphasized elegance, comfort, and joyful design—qualities that quickly distinguished Aquazzura in the luxury footwear market.
Within only a few years, Aquazzura became a favorite among celebrities, royalty, and fashion editors worldwide. The brand expanded beyond footwear into handbags, eyewear, and home décor while maintaining its artisanal production in Italy and its headquarters in Florence. Today, Aquazzura continues representing contemporary Italian luxury with a distinctly optimistic spirit.
Key milestones:
• 2012: Edgardo Osorio founds Aquazzura in Florence, Italy.
• 2013: Launch of the iconic Bow Tie collection.
• 2015: Introduction of the Tequila Sandals, which become international bestsellers.
• 2022: Expansion into Aquazzura Casa, the brand's luxury home collection.
• 2025: Collaborates with Alex Rivière on a luxury capsule collection.
• 2026: Presents the Spring/Summer 2026 collection inspired by the Red Sea, celebrating craftsmanship, vibrant color palettes, botanical motifs, and conscious luxury.
Aquazzura continues proving that beautiful footwear can combine exceptional comfort, vibrant personality, and timeless Italian craftsmanship.
“Aquazzura brings joy back to luxury footwear. Its strength lies in combining vibrant design, Italian craftsmanship, and genuine comfort—proving that elegant shoes should feel as beautiful as they look.”
Aquazzura matters because it transformed comfortable luxury footwear into vibrant contemporary elegance.
Its influence can be seen across:
• Luxury footwear
• Resort fashion
• Evening shoes
• Italian craftsmanship
By combining Italian artisan expertise, joyful design, and exceptional comfort, Aquazzura continues defining modern luxury footwear for women around the world.
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