Despite her youth, Sophia Webster is already one of the most consolidated shoemakers on the real scene. He started designing shoes-not too many years ago-while studying at the Camberwell College of Arts, and after selling his master’s end-of-the-line collection to Browns, he was signed by Nicholas Kirkwood as the first assistant with the promise that he helps launch his First collection This, Welcome to the dolls’ house – spring / summer 2013 – did not take long to arrive, and its success was resounding. Original and very recognizable, her design.
Webster’s bold and eclectic designs have made her luxury footwear become the object of every modern and elegant woman’s desire, as is the case of celebrities and fashion icons, including Anna Dello Russo and Sarah Jessica Parker, who often use their designs. “My client is a vivacious woman who likes to enjoy what she gets,” says Webster. “She expresses her personality through her shoes.”
Webster soon captured the glances of fashion industry professionals for his fresh and audacious work. Well-known footwear designer Nicholas Kirkwood and his partner Chirstopher Suarez did not hesitate to offer Webster a position as an assistant designer as soon as she graduated. Since then, the renowned British designer has been his mentor and has given his unconditional support. “He’s the reason I launched my own line. I learned a lot from him and he should have come to know how the industry works,” says Webster. “Nicholas and Christopher have been incredible mentors to me, and I can always count on them when I need their advice”
Sophia Webster is acclaimed for the sophisticated, modern approach she prints to her feminine footwear designs. Not surprisingly, with only three collections, the British designer has achieved its first joint project with US firm J. Crew, which will be presented in 2014. It is a collection in which classic and casual features Of J. Crew with the fantastic world of Webster. This collection, as well as her recent collaboration for a Victoria’s Secret fashion show and her Resort 2014 collection, recently presented at Saks Fifth Avenue in Bal Harbor, South Florida, are some of her latest projects. However, the speed with which Sophia Webster has internationalized and gained renown in the footwear industry, leaves everyone in suspense about what will be their next step. His dream: a collaboration with Apple. In the meantime, all that remains is to await your next proposals, which will undoubtedly be a whim that any woman wishes to satisfy
