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From Venice to the World: Celebrating the Gondolina Community
From Venice to the World: Celebrating the Gondolina Community
Gondolina was born in Venice, but today, it lives far beyond the lagoon. It lives in your suitcases, in the streets of cities we have never visited, at weddings and... Read more...
THE SHOES PEOPLE FALL IN LOVE WITH
THE SHOES PEOPLE FALL IN LOVE WITH
Meet the handmade Italian Mary Jane shoes, velvet slippers and luxury flats that have made customers around the world fall in love with Gondolina. Read more...
Can an Artisan Brand Grow Without Losing What Makes It Special?
Can an Artisan Brand Grow Without Losing What Makes It Special?
Growth is one of the most exciting moments in the life of a company. It is also one of the most dangerous. As demand increases, brands face pressure to produce... Read more...
Gondo-lovers: MUCH MORE THAN JUST CUSTOMERS
Gondo-lovers: MUCH MORE THAN JUST CUSTOMERS
How a Pair of Venetian Shoes Became the Beginning of a Global Community When we created Gondolina, we thought we were building a footwear brand. Over time, we realised that... Read more...
How a Love Story Became a Venetian Footwear Brand
How a Love Story Became a Venetian Footwear Brand
Gondolina was not born from a traditional business plan. It began with two people, two cultures and one shared belief: that the heritage of Italian craftsmanship could be protected by... Read more...
Why the Most Beautiful Italian Shoes Cannot Be Rushed
Why the Most Beautiful Italian Shoes Cannot Be Rushed
The fashion industry has never moved faster. New collections appear almost daily. Trends travel across the world in a matter of hours, while products are designed, produced and replaced before... Read more...
The Daphne Effect: Our Limited-Edition Mary Jane Steps into HTSI
The Daphne Effect: Our Limited-Edition Mary Jane Steps into HTSI
A Venetian creation, a touch of romance, and a very special appearance in one of Italy’s most distinctive luxury publications. Some shoes are designed to complete an outfit. Others are... Read more...
Three Years of Gondolina: A Love Story That Became a Community
Three Years of Gondolina: A Love Story That Became a Community
Three Years of Gondolina: A Dream Shared by Many   Three years ago, Gondolina was born from a simple yet powerful idea: that Venice deserved to be celebrated not only... Read more...
The Furlana: How a traditional Slipper Became Venice's Quiet Ico
The Furlana: How a traditional Slipper Became Venice's Quiet Ico
The Friulana: How a traditional Slipper Became Venice's Quiet Icon By Gondolina Editorial Team VENICE, Italy — As you walk through the cobble-stone avenues of Venice, you'll notice people wearing... Read more...
Walking With Purpose: How Gondolina Supports Families Through Familia Azul
Walking With Purpose: How Gondolina Supports Families Through Familia Azul
At Gondolina, craftsmanship has always been more than a product.It is a responsibility. When Agnese and Javier founded Gondolina, their vision was not only to create beautiful shoes rooted in... Read more...
Gondolina Shoes Comes to Milan
Gondolina Shoes Comes to Milan
Gondolina Shoes Comes to Milan For one special week, Gondolina Shoes is bringing a little piece of Venice to Milan. From 25th May to 31st May, we will be waiting... Read more...
Making the World More Beautiful, Step by Step
Making the World More Beautiful, Step by Step
At Gondolina, beauty goes beyond craftsmanship. Alongside our handcrafted shoes made in Italy, we are committed to giving back—supporting initiatives like Fundación Retos Azules to bring warmth, colour, and care... Read more...
Gondolina Opens Third Atelier in Venice | New Store San Marco
Gondolina Opens Third Atelier in Venice | New Store San Marco
A New Chapter in Venice: Gondolina’s Third Atelier Opens in the Heart of San Marco There are moments in a brand’s journey that feel quietly monumental. Not loud, not rushed,... Read more...
Gondolina Wins Best Handcrafted Footwear Retailer 2026 – Italy
Gondolina Wins Best Handcrafted Footwear Retailer 2026 – Italy
Gondolina has been awarded Best Handcrafted Footwear Retailer 2026 – Italy by LUXlife Magazine, as part of the Leaders in Luxury Awards 2026. Read more...
The Art of Gondolining – Carnival Edition
The Art of Gondolining – Carnival Edition
The Art of Gondolining – Carnival Edition is Gondolina Shoes’ community contest celebrating Carnival style and Venetian craftsmanship. Participants are invited to create a Carnival-inspired outfit paired with their Gondolinas,... Read more...
Craftsmanship at Gondolina: The Pillar That Shapes Everything We Do
Craftsmanship at Gondolina: The Pillar That Shapes Everything We Do
In a world where fashion often moves too fast, Gondolina chooses a different path.A slower one. A deliberate one. A path rooted in heritage, intention, and the belief that true... Read more...
VELVET WEEK: A Celebration of Italian Craftsmanship, A unique week
VELVET WEEK: A Celebration of Italian Craftsmanship, A unique week
Welcome to Velvet Week, the most exclusive week of the year at Gondolina.From the 28th of November and ending on the 5th of December Gondolina celebrates the Velvet week. A week... Read more...
Fashion United features Gondolina as the most profitable luxury brand in Italy
Fashion United features Gondolina as the most profitable luxury brand in Italy
From Venice to the world, Gondolina is redefining luxury through craftsmanship, purpose, and profitability. In just two and a half years, Gondolina has risen from a small Venetian atelier to become... Read more...
The Art of Gondolining – Second Edition Has Begun!
The Art of Gondolining – Second Edition Has Begun!
It’s that magical time of the year again, when elegance meets creativity, and our community celebrates the unmistakable Venetian spirit that defines Gondolina.  After the success of the first edition, The Art... Read more...
Forbes Features Gondolina as Italy’s New Benchmark for Authentic Luxury Footwear
Forbes Features Gondolina as Italy’s New Benchmark for Authentic Luxury Footwear
There are moments that define a journey and this is one of them.Gondolina Shoes has been proudly featured by Forbes  as “the new benchmark in Italy for authentic Italian footwear.” For... Read more...
The Genesis of Gondolina
The Genesis of Gondolina
Every great brand begins with a spark, an idea so powerful it refuses to sleep. For Gondolina, that spark was born between two people living in different countries, connected by... Read more...
Gondolina Becomes Italy’s No. 1 Venetian Footwear Brand
Gondolina Becomes Italy’s No. 1 Venetian Footwear Brand
Gondolina Becomes Italy’s No. 1 Venetian Footwear Brand Two years ago, Gondolina began as a small side project inspired by a love story and a shared desire to revive the... Read more...
Gondolina at Forbes’ Unconventional Excellence in Venice
Gondolina at Forbes’ Unconventional Excellence in Venice
Last night was a truly special moment for Gondolina: our co-founders were invited to the Forbes Unconventional Excellence event, held in Venice during the city’s iconic red carpet week. At a... Read more...
Can Luxury Walk with Zero Impact on Our Environment?
Can Luxury Walk with Zero Impact on Our Environment?
At Gondolina, we believe that true Made in Italy goes far beyond craftsmanship — it carries with it a sense of responsibility. Our Venetian slippers are not just accessories. They are... Read more...
Gondolina at MICAM: Showcasing Venetian Excellence to the World
Gondolina at MICAM: Showcasing Venetian Excellence to the World
This 7th-9th of September, Gondolina will be present at MICAM, the world’s leading international footwear trade fair, bringing together the most prestigious names in the industry under one roof. Known... Read more...
August is Book Month at Gondolina
August is Book Month at Gondolina
At Gondolina, we’ve always believed that true style goes beyond what you wear — it’s a way of living, appreciating beauty, and embracing culture in all its forms. This summer,... Read more...
Walking Together: A Moment of Connection, Craft, and Community
Walking Together: A Moment of Connection, Craft, and Community
Reflections from the Founders of GondolinaEarlier this month, we opened the doors of Gondolina to a group of people who are not only clients or brand ambassadors — they are... Read more...
Gondolina Shoes Wins Best Luxury Shoes in Venice at Luxury Lifestyle Awards 2025
Gondolina Shoes Wins Best Luxury Shoes in Venice at Luxury Lifestyle Awards 2025
Venice, Italy – 2025 — Gondolina Shoes is proud to announce that we have been awarded Best Luxury Shoes in Venice, Italy at the prestigious Luxury Lifestyle Awards 2025. This... Read more...
Gondolina’s Venetianity Craftsmanship Ambassador Journey Begins: A Grand Debut in Hungary
Gondolina’s Venetianity Craftsmanship Ambassador Journey Begins: A Grand Debut in Hungary
At Gondolina, we have always been driven by a passion for Venetian craftsmanship, blending tradition with modern elegance to create shoes that embody the soul of our city. This journey... Read more...
The Importance of ‘Made in Italy’ in Footwear: Craftsmanship and Elegance
The Importance of ‘Made in Italy’ in Footwear: Craftsmanship and Elegance
When it comes to footwear, few labels carry as much prestige as Made in Italy. This designation represents a legacy of quality, craftsmanship, and timeless style that has made Italian... Read more...
Craftsmanship as Inheritance: Why Preserving Our Land’s Artisanal Heritage Matters
Craftsmanship as Inheritance: Why Preserving Our Land’s Artisanal Heritage Matters
In a global market that often prioritizes speed, volume, and cost efficiency, choosing to preserve traditional methods is not the easiest path. It is, however, the most meaningful one. Read more...
Velvet Week Begins
Velvet Week Begins
Velvet Week Begins  Today, 28 November, Velvet Week officially opens.For one week only, our Gondolina Privé members receive first access to three new creations available in very limited quantities.  Discover... Read more...
Gondolina: Shoes That Capture Venice
Gondolina: Shoes That Capture Venice
Gondolina from Venice: Craft, Passion, and the Story Behind Our Shoes.Discover the full article about Gondolina Shoes on Alphabetcity. Gondolina is a brand that chooses to tell the story of... Read more...
Gondolina Recognized as Global Ambassador of Authentic Friulane by the Italian Chamber of Commerce
Gondolina Recognized as Global Ambassador of Authentic Friulane by the Italian Chamber of Commerce
We are honoured that Gondolina has been recognized by the Italian Chamber of Commerce as an ambassador of authentic Friulane footwear. Read more...
Gondolina Officially Recognized as the Global Ambassador of Friulane Footwear
Gondolina Officially Recognized as the Global Ambassador of Friulane Footwear
Gondolina Shoes has been officially recognized as the global ambassador of Friulane footwear, the historic and emblematic shoe of the Friuli region, and as one of the most committed defenders of authentic... Read more...