ISLO

Colour is the thing. Colour is the dominant theme of Islo's summer collection. All colour variants are combined to create an original, airy colour palette ranging from fluo colours to natural earthly tones. This collection draws inspiration from the sea, with colours ranging from pale blue and turquoise green to coral tones. Orange – the must-have colour for next season – is also there, along with its salmon, coral and tulip shades, as well as emerald green and turquoise, the Bolognese designer's favourite colour that never fails to appear in her unique collections.

Islo women are feminine and elegant, thanks to the refined lines of sandals in the natural tones of rope and beige, or bon-ton style powder pink sandals with an organza rose or bow décor. Unusual combinations of bright, vibrant colours reminiscent of the 1970s and two-tone heels made by the best Italian craftsman make for a touch of innovation. As a matter of fact, Islo products stand out for their enticing style and an innovation effort that builds on the heritage of Italian leather industry and tanneries and their top quality materials.

The collection includes a broad range of models, from pumps and platform pumps to sandals, all available in different materials, such as jute, suede or perforated nappa leather with a retro 1950s feel. The line of ballerina pumps Power Colours in raffia and the masculine-style gloss fluo capsule collection offer an explosion of rich, vivid colours.

Noteworthy is the luxury line in genuine python: ballerina pumps, flat sandals, wedge shoes, open-toe pumps and sandals with criss-cross straps – these are unique items in the most sophisticated colours for the season ... designed for shoe-addicted women!

Must-have items of the 2012 Islo S/S collection are the two-colour sandals in foal leather and the high-heel pumps with Vichy fabric bow designed as a tribute to one of the very first and most popular Islo models, that helped establish the unique style of Isabella Lorusso. The range-topping model for next season is a peculiar wedge sandal made from different materials – suede, laminated fabric and rope – to create a combination of different shades. A chic item that will not fail to stand out in hot summer nights.

Also new is the bon-ton style daily wear line with mid-to-high heels, that includes perforated sandals, gloss or nappa leather pumps with studs for women who like a touch of elegance and glamour for all occasions.

For those who love to be up to the latest fashion trends, the collection offers contemporary-style clogs, sandals and boots with wooden bottom and heels.

BAGS & ACCESSORIES

The Islo Summer Collection is complemented with bags and bijoux accessories. Top quality leather, gloss finishes and cocoa fabrics create an interplay of contrasting colours to match the collection's sandals and pumps. The line includes python print handbags and soft leather knapsacks in navy cruise colours. The highlight of the collection is the line of cocoa print pochettes with studs complemented with a fashion detail – a matching bracelet. The bijoux line created by the Bolognese designer includes necklaces, bangles and plexi cuffs. Again, the colour palette ranges from vibrant multi-colour shades to natural earthly tones, all enriched with Swarovski crystals, studs and strass to match drop, heart, crown and treble clef shaped earrings.

Finally, the fresh, ironic line with frog pendant in coloured plexi sports a contrasting lace accent for charming women who love a fun detail mixed with the classic, feminine Islo style.