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 withstand the bumps and grinds of city walking, Allyson decided to take matters into her own hands. To create a collection of footwear that is fashionable yet comfortable enough to walk, work and play in. And what better place to look than in the country of Michael's heritage - Italy, where shoemaking has become an art form - where resources in leathers and materials are unparalleled.