The Brand
SIMONA RUSK is an independent British brand that celebrates individuality through its distinctive romantic sensibility. At the cornerstone of the brand is a desire to showcase craftsmanship, heritage and tradition in a way that is fresh and modern.
Celebration of craftsmanship
Handmade in Italy by a family-run atelier, SIMONA RUSK shoes showcase the savoir faire of the artisans the brand works with at each stage of the shoe-making journey.
Lasts are initially hand-carved from wood according to traditional methods, while the cameo surround was created using a traditional lost wax process by a master jeweller.
Every element of the design is considered and expertly crafted, with comfort and functionality being at the core of each design.
Considered provenance
The use of sustainable fabrics is a brand signature. The vibrant brocade fabrics of the core collection are sourced from a supplier that has been awarded the ISO 9001, ISO 4001, Oeko-tex and Blue sign certifications, and which has received accolades for its good governance and social contributions.
The satin fabric used in the Bridal collection is created using bamboo sourced from sustainably managed bamboo forests.
In celebration of the rich heritage of British textile design and manufacturing, SIMONA RUSK uses beautiful brocade fabrics that are woven in the UK. The brand has also collaborated with Henry Bertrand and a UK-based mill to re-create a heritage brocatelle fabric in bespoke colourways.
Shoes within the SIGNATURE range are created using deadstock fabric. Not only does this bring new life to fabric that may otherwise have gone to landfill but ensures the exclusivity of these unique creations.
Conscious design
SIMONA RUSK shoes are designed following the principle that elegance is timeless. Carefully curated collections focus on inter-seasonal silhouettes and colourways.
All shoes are available made-to-order using vegan leather, while the brand’s shoe boxes are made from FSC certified paper that is sourced from sustainable forest.