MY WEDDING RADAR: Mary-Kyri - Hot to Trot
Mary-Kyri - Hot to Trot
Her teenage passion grew to an addiction for designer stilettos and an overdrawn monthly credit card! It was during these years that she set her sights on becoming Australia’s own version of Manolo Blahnik.
Mary-Kyri says: “From the very beginning, stilettos have always been my absolute passion. I love the way a pair of stilettos can change a woman’s demeanour and elongate her physique. Mary-Kyri Shoes are made for elegant, sophisticated, passionate and flamboyant women, who are not afraid to express their individuality!”
Mary-Kyri completed a Diploma in Fashion Design, Clothing and Textiles at the Marleston Design Institute in 2003. On completion, she was employed in a number of design roles in the fashion industry.
In late 2005, Mary-Kyri boldly set her sights on creating her first shoe collection. On impulse, she sold her car and bought a return ticket to Italy to fulfill this dream. Once there, she secured a meeting with one of Italy’s most prestigious manufacturers, who create footwear for Fendi, Giuseppe Zanotti and Vicini. Mary-Kyri then worked in the factory, learning every aspect of high-fashion shoe manufacture and began to design her first collection.
In March 2006, Mary-Kyri’s dream was realised and her first collection Virago was released. Since her debut, Mary-Kyri has developed a reputation for producing beautiful, unique, high-fashion stilettos, which are also extremely comfortable. In Australia, the UK, US, United Arab Emirates and Paris, her shoes – designed in Oz and made in Italy - are stocked in prestigious boutiques and department stores, alongside labels like Manolo Blahnik and Christian Louboutin.
They have also featured in top international and Australian glossies, including Vogue, InStyle, Elle UK, Cosmopolitan, Italia Bride, Collezioni, Footwear News and Grazia.
Mary-Kyri also has celebs clamouring to wear her designs, including Jennifer Lopez, Sarah Jessica Parker, Katie Holmes, Kate Moss, Kylie Minogue and Kim Kardashian. As well, Mary-Kyri has been a guest judge and supplied shoes to Australia’s Next Top Model, plus appeared on TV shows like Mornings with Kerri-Anne, Sunrise and A Current Affair.
Mary-Kyri has just launched a couture bridal shoe collection, whereby brides can customise the material and design of their footwear to complement their dress. (more info)
For fashion heels, her latest collection, Soleil Summer 2011, incorporates chic leather combinations and intricate detailing, including Guipure French lace, stretch belt-like accessories, brushed metallic and pearl-finished nappa leathers.
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