Manolo Blahnik goes for gold with new footwear collection

Spanish fashion designer celebrates landmark 50th anniversary

Manolo Blahnik’s ‘Rayuela’ knee high shoes
Manolo Blahnik’s ‘Rayuela’ knee high shoes
(Image credit: Lucy Sparks)

“Gold!” exclaims Manolo Blahnik, during a phone call from La Palma. Blahnik grew up here, under the sun and by the sea of Spain’s Canary Islands. Today, “Our Golden Year” is what ignited Blahnik’s rallying cry: his treasure chest collection of footwear, unveiled in time to honour 50 years in business.

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