Seven international influencers have come together to celebrate the 40th anniversary of Salvatore Ferragamo's iconic Vara shoes

The Beginning

In 1978, the eldest daughter of Wanda and Salvatore Ferragamo, Fiamma, had the feeling that their brand was missing a pair of shoes that were elegant yet casual for everyday. That resulted in a prototype (with a low heel and rounded toe) being made, and its shape was tested for comfort.

Ferragamo_Tamu_Vara6.jpg

A Beautiful &quot;Mistake&quot;

The bow of the Vara was meant to be made in leather. These instructions didn&#39;t reach the workshop, and the first pair of shoes was made in leather, with metal and grosgrain for the ribbon. At the beginning of 1979, this Vara design arrived in stores.

Ferragamo_MaikaMonroe_Vara2.jpg

Fab 40

Through the years, the Vara has remained largely unchanged, with new iterations taking the same shape and core bow detail. Now, to celebrate its big 4-0, seven personalities - Molly Chiang, Natalia Bonifacci, Maika Monroe, Tamu McPherson, Celine Aagaard, Caroline Issa, and Vanda Margraf - each don a different style of the Vara. These include Vara Dots, Glitter, Chain, and Quilted.&nbsp;

Look 1 Full body - Vanda 1.jpg

First seen in the <a href="https://www.lofficielsingapore.com/fashion/so-psychedelic-l-officiel-singapore-s-november-issue-is-out-now">November 2019</a> issue of L&#39;Officiel Singapore

Vara Pleased To Meet You: The 40th Anniversary Of Salvatore Ferragamo's Vara Shoes

L'OFFICIEL Singapore — April 2024

Vara Pleased To Meet You: The 40th Anniversary Of Salvatore Ferragamo's Vara Shoes

Tags

Recommended posts for you

Fashion

Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy's Iconic '90s Style Moments

Fashion

Blackpink's Jisoo Stars in Self-Portrait's Latest Pre-Fall 2024 Campaign

Culture

Thai Stars, Bright Vachirawit and Nene Confirm That They Are Dating

Fashion

Most Beautiful Wedding Dresses From Popular K-dramas of 2024

Watches & Jewellery

A Four-Tiered Celebration For Boucheron's Quatre Pieces

Fashion

All You Need to Know About Gentle Monster X Jennie Collaboration: Jentle Salon

Fashion

Chasing Sunsets with Chanel's Spring/Summer 2024 Collection

Fashion

Chronicling Every Single Met Gala Theme In History