It all started with Allyson and Michael, who lived in a small flat on a gas lantern-lit lane, nestled in the heart of Boston's historic Beacon Hill. It was on these winding alleys and cobblestone passageways that Allyson learned the hard way the importance of comfortable footwear. After months of withstanding throbbing, blistering feet wearing shoes that looked fashionable but could not survive the bumps and grinds of city walking, Allyson decided to take matters into her own hands -- and create a collection of footwear that is fashionable yet comfortable enough to walk, work and play in. She took her inspiration from the country of Michael's heritage -- Italy, where shoemaking has become an art form -- where resources in leathers and materials are unparalleled. The Cordani Electra zip-up espadrille will ratchet up your style quotient as soon as you zip into it. The suede upper features a mass of straps that encircle the foot; a zipper behind the heel secures the fit. A cord-covered platform and wedge give you a rustic on-trend look that will do wonders for your figure. Pair with a jean skirt or wide-legged trousers. It all started with Allyson and Michael, who lived in a small flat on a gas lantern-lit lane, nestled in the heart of Boston's historic Beacon Hill. It was on these winding alleys and cobblestone passageways that Allyson learned the hard way the importance of comfortable footwear. After months of withstanding throbbing, blistering feet wearing shoes that looked fashionable but could not survive the bumps and grinds of city walking, Allyson decided to take matters into her own hands -- and create a collection of footwear that is fashionable yet comfortable enough to walk, work and play in. She took her inspiration from the country of Michael's heritage -- Italy, where shoemaking has become an art form -- where resources in leathers and materials are unparalleled. See more