You see it everywhere: shoe brands stamped with the words “Made in Brazil.” On premium American brands. On European high-street labels. As much as Brazil is known for its sultry dances, rubber flip-flops and Madonna’s hot boytoy Jesus, it is also known for the leather pieces it produces. So, it shouldn’t be surprising that one of the newest brands now in the retail footwear scene is Brazilian.
Unlike how most Brazilians do it, however, this brand came into Manila quietly. Which is pretty puzzling considering it’s got a lot of those stylish pairs that Manila’s fashion followers crave. Via Uno, it’s called: the leading premium leather footwear brand in Brazil. And it offers pairs that swag in luxuriously modern style but buck overly-trendy details — so you won’t have to throw them out come next season. And it doesn’t compromise on comfort, either, be it dressy sandals, knee-high boots or ballerina flats.
Created in 1991 in Rio Grande do Sul, the southern part of the colorful country, Via Uno also produces purses, totes and costume jewelry that usually seal in the fun in any party outfit. The newest collection is inspired by the glamorous retro trend and minimalism, which means you have romantic leather quilted bags, and sweet peep-toes alongside sleek, big totes, elegant, tailored heels and platforms with geometric cut-out details. Make them part of your next party ensemble and you’re all ready to dance along to Pitbull’s party-anthem ode to busty Brazilian ladies. Uno, dos, tres…
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Via Uno is located at the G/F, Glorietta 3 and 2/L, SM Mall of Asia.