Designer Spotlight: Andrea Carrano

In the early 1950s, Andrea Carrano started his self-titled shoe line, moving the ballet flat from the dance studio to the street for everyday wear. His widow, Betta Carrano is now reviving the original line and starting her own collection.

Betta recently spoke with WSAToday about Andrea’s line and discussed how customers are reacting to the brand’s re-launch.

“People come to my store in Manhattan and tell me ‘I can’t believe you’re back in business, I got married in these shoes,’” recalls Betta. “When you have a long history in the business, people remember and are attached.”

This season, the Andrea Carrona line includes the Doll and Boston flats, both available at Peria.

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