Searching for my Cinderella shoes: Boutique Osaki's "semi-custom" pumps make the dream come true [INTERVIEW]

Apr 20, 2019
Boutique Osaki, the shoe maison, was founded around 50 years ago.

From the beginning, when there were few shoes that fit Japanese feet, the maison dedicated itself to making shoes that catered to the customer's needs, and its attitude of valuing even the smallest opinions quickly gained it a reputation, making it one of the leading shoe maisons in Japan.

An example of a pair of semi-custom pumps, a popular service offered by Boutique Osaki.
There is also a high demand for custom-made wedding shoes, perfect for taking a step towards an important milestone in life.


How many women have experienced the perfect fit when they put on pumps for the first time?... I'm sure there are some who are so in love with that perfect silhouette that they don't mind pain (a girl has to make sacrifices when it comes to fashion!). But if you heard that there were pumps that didn't hurt your feet, had the perfect design, and even made your legs look more beautiful than usual...you'd definitely want to try them on at least once, right?


When I visited the atelier, I spotted some cuts from the catalog for the new Spring/Summer 2019 collection.

Such dreamy Cinderella pumps are the pumps from Boutique Osaki. Of course, you can purchase Boutique Osaki shoes without having them customised.

But it can be surprisingly difficult to find pumps that truly fit you. You may also need to make small size adjustments, such as narrowing the width a little, or if your little toe is always catching up on the shoes, or if you wish this style and design could be made out of leather of a different colour...our "semi-custom" pump service is here to accommodate individual shoe recipes.


From the Spring/Summer 2019 collection
New items with scallop and floral motifs are full of spring vibes (photo on the right), while the elegant glitter pumps are popular every season (photo on the left)

The brand's signature "Cinderella" logo.
The image depicts Cinderella, a young girl before she became a princess. The moment you slip into these miraculous shoes, your destiny begins to unfold.


What's more, Boutique Osaki's "semi-custom" service isn't just about adding cushions for size adjustment or dyeing the outside. Rather, the shoes are crafted from scratch in the workshop, based on the client's recipe. What's more, the service costs just 1,000 yen more than the base shoe you choose. Numerous celebrities have placed orders, and the high number of repeat customers attests to the maison's high level of trust.


The upper material is updated every season, allowing you to choose from a wide selection.

For example, you can customize the color scheme of these pumps to your liking.


I take my hat off to the brand policy that helps all women solve their pump selection worries from every angle. We had the opportunity to speak to Osaki Akira, the second-generation president and designer, about the maison's aesthetic.


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