As one of eight designers invited to take part, we were entrusted with repairing a pair of wedding shoes. In collaboration with its owner, Jess, we explored the memories connected to the item and reimagined the creative possibilities of restoration.
Restoring Jess’ wedding shoes required extensive research and experimentation to find the ideal plastic for the straps. Enlisting our friend Tze Ling’s skills, the worn leather and yellowed straps were replaced, while Ella’s jewellery expertise guided the addition of beading in a process that felt organic and reflective of Jess’ journey. Inspired by her beaded tiara, materials like white amethyst flower beads, natural shell beads, Czech beads, and Toho seed beads were chosen for their elegance, symbolism, and brilliance.
On the silver insoles where the brand was originally printed, a meaningful imprint was added instead. Tulips were engraved—a nod to their Roman symbolism of fidelity, renewal, and new beginnings. Blooming in spring, they represent Jess’ resilience and the milestones she treasures.
"What you have done speaks to my heart. I like the "Walk with love, always" very much. The heels are so clean; so brand new. The colour combinations are beautiful, they are my colour tone, and I like the beads. I want to wear them already!"
