Tod’s and Automobili Lamborghini have revealed their first-ever footwear collaboration together.
The new partnership between the two Italian houses is a celebration of craftsmanship and innovation.
In the notes which accompanied the announcement, the two houses said: “Vision and passion, coupled with a persistent commitment to research and quality are key characteristics that unite Tod’s and Automobili Lamborghini and, in this collaboration, draw new boundaries in Italian style.”
The pieces in the collection include two models – the iconic Tod’s Gommino and the sneaker, available in yellow, green, and blue.
The reimagined Gommino is inspired by the livery of Lamborghini’s super sports cars, and the tubular bandwork enhances the aerodynamic appeal, creating movement and elegance.
On the soles, there is a distinctive rubber pebbles are larger, matching the colour of the heel or the upper part.
The leathers are sourced from the finest tanneries and the production process requires a high level of craftsmanship, where leather cutting and visible stitching are done by hand.
The historic Stazione Leopolda in Florence – the first train station in the city, which was completed in 1848 – was chosen for the launch event.
The launch took place during Pitti Uomo, a key men’s fashion event in the city which is held twice a year, and is seen as one of the world’s most important platforms for launching new projects in men’s fashion.
According to the two houses, the project is the project is the first of many between the Italian maisons which will include leather goods and ready-to-wear collections.
