I wore a pair of Natacha's amazing hot pink platforms in 2009 to a wedding at Deer Valley, Utah and they were the talk of the event (aside from the bride, of course, my beautiful friend Robin, who looked stunning!!!) The silhouette of a Natacha Marro shoe is distinctive and, unfortunately, frequently ripped off by other designers.
Natacha is a true artist whose attention to detail and buoyant spirit have brought celebrities from Lady Gaga to Chloe Sevigny and on and on through her tiny door in London. All of the Lady Gaga's at Madame Tussaud's around the world are shod by Natacha -- she even has a Lady Gaga leg that is kept in her workshop to ensure she gets the perfect fit. (I must say, it's sort of surreal to touch a Lady Gaga disembodied part!)
Natacha's recently made me a perfect pair of patent black platforms to serve as my London 'trainers' to hit the cobblestone streets in style without sacrificing comfort. They are intense and I love them -- not sure if they're appropriate for a 41 year old mum of three, but if Daphne Guiness is okay, I'm okay!
Natacha is also the pioneer of the heel-less shoes - see above for a glittering homage to the Wizard of Oz. I've tried on these shoes in Natacha's workshop and they're actually very comfortable! A lot of fun to walk in and amazing how they balance. The tricky part is the glitter - it's a gorgeous effect but catches on delicate fabrics so not a good choice with a long dress or something that can pull and tear easily.
Natacha's now working on a special collection with my husband, Robert Masciave, inspired by his new hair collection "Rock Candy." Natacha frequently says ice cream and sweets inspire her - so this collaboration should be delicious!
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