Monday is our regular meeting day here at the shoegoddess. But this week, our Monday was anything but regular. I am proud to say we are among the elite few that have had the privilege to take a glimpse at new designer Jerome Rousseau's fall shoe collection. His designs are so inspired and the craftsmanship so expert, we couldn't wait to introduce his magnificent line to you, our readers.
Florence The Shoe Goddess and Jerome Rousseau
In recent years, Jerome acted as footwear Design Director at Isabella Fiore, where he was instrumental in creating the vision of the brand.
His tenure has gathered important consideration, including a profile in industry-leading publication Footwear News, as well as various national and international press hits. Jerome finessed his design skills for ten years in London, where he worked alongside Matthew Williamson, Jasper Conran, John Richmond and John Rocha, as well as Paris based forecasting house Promostyl.
He had previously built a strong technical knowledge in footwear design at London Cordwainers College, famous for its many reputed alumni including Jimmy Choo, Patrick Cox and Emma Hope among others.
Though he is soft spoken with a slight British accent, Jerome's passion for design voices quite clearly through his incredible collection of shoes; it is chic and elegant with an edge that is oh-so-British. The designs reach women of all ages, are so versatile that they can easily go from day to night without a hitch and they are, honestly, some of the most comfortable shoes I have ever encountered. They are light as air and the sole is so sturdy that the shoes literally hug the foot.
Just like many great designers before him, Jerome's shoes have a unique personality, a look that will undoubtedly be recognized by the fashion world as "Rousseau." I believe Jerome will be the talk of the town in no time. Not only is he an extremely promising designer, he's also a beautiful human being. We look forward to seeing more of him at the WSA show in Vegas next week.
Take a look at this stunning "Etoile Peacock Pump." I love the subtle silver piping that lines the satin criss cross. So chic.
Jerome C. Rousseau Etoile Peacok Pump
This "Dragon Multiside Pump" is Jerome's favorite. I love the classic yet edgy look. The colors work harmoniously without being too busy; they have a very couture feel to them.
Jerome C. Rousseau Dragon Multiside Pumps
Jerome Rousseau Andromeda Chocolate Peep Toe Boots
As it becomes closer to the official launch of his line (right now there are only one pair of each of his shoes!) we will be showing you more of his collection -- as well as a video podcast featuring Jerome -- in which you can see his passion and explore his inspirations for yourself.
It is always such an honor and pleasure to meet emerging talents like Jerome and introduce him to shoe lovers like yourself. Our special thanks to Jerome for taking the time out of his busy pre-WSA schedule to spend the day with us here at TheShoeGoddess. Interested buyers can make contact here.
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WOW these shoes are amazing, i love the lightness which you can really see in the photos alone. that first pair of pumps is stunning. I am looking forward to seeing more from this up and coming designer I hope that he becomes a new Blahnik of Louboutin as these three shoes are deffinitely worth the honour. is there anyway you could ask him how he got into cordwainers?
I know Jerome is so talented you have to feel his shoes, they are just absolutely stunning and so refined.
He has a bright futur ahead.
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Yep that is the perfect word to describe his style, Refined. As I said before you can just feel that lightness to the shoe just from the photographs, This is the reason I have never been a huge fan of the platform or concealed platform shoe, you lose out on this kind of lightness. You know when I was reviewing the shoes for the 4th time tonight I kep thinking of the Finnish architect Aalvar Aalto (probably spelt him wrong) who played with natural light in his buildings and they have this incredible airy feeling to them.
I passed on your email to Jerome and he is going to email you directly with some infos regarding the school you are interessted on.
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Florence theshoegoddess
Once Jerome's line come out. I think there's a lot of designers that will go back to their sketch pads and start designing shoes that can rival Jerome's work.. The problem with some designers they think their customers are always going to be loyal to them, but that's not the case. Shoe lovers are not just buying shoes for the name, if a designer keeps on producing fugly shoes and a new designer like Jerome comes around you think they will not buy his shoes? They so will!!
Thanks so much Florence.
Paul I have to agree with you. however unfortunetly many people are still blinded by brand names to see the quality designs from the bad ones. At the same time for those in the know, buying products from little known designers or companies certainly makes one feel special. Kind of like finding a diamond amongst a load of crystals, and marked as a crystal. plus not many people will be wearing the same thing which means less chance of what i call, H&M syndrome (ie bumping into people who are wearing the same thing as you).