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Italian brand Ilio Smeraldo is expanding its footwear offerings to include a men's collection, set to debut this week at the Pitti Uomo trade show in Florence.

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Florence, Italy

Who
Ilio Smeraldo, Barbara Borghini, Maria de la Orden
What
Italian brand Ilio Smeraldo is expanding its footwear offerings to include a men's collection, set to debut this week at the Pitti Uomo trade show in Florence.
When
Tue, 16 Jun 2026 04:02:15 GMT · 3h 24m ago
Where
Florence, Italy ·
Why
The expansion comes as a natural evolution for the brand, driven by increasing male customer demand for larger sizes from their women's collections, indicating a genuine market for Ilio Smeraldo for a male audience.
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The debut marks Ilio Smeraldo's entry into the distinct men's footwear market, potentially broadening its customer base and increasing its market share in the luxury shoe industry, while also highlighting traditional Italian craftsmanship.

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