Calpierre
Italy
Calpierre is an Italian men's footwear brand from Ercolano near Naples, founded around 1964 by Ciro De Pascale. Its shoes are largely hand-made and hand-dyed.
| Founded | Around 1964, Ercolano |
|---|---|
| Founder | Ciro De Pascale |
| Original name | Calzaturificio De Pascale |
| Focus | Men's hand-dyed footwear |
What is Calpierre?
Calpierre is an Italian maker of men's footwear based in Ercolano, a district known for its footwear tradition. According to the trade magazine MPA Style, the business was founded around 1964 as Calzaturificio De Pascale by Ciro De Pascale, who was born in 1935. Calpierre s.r.l. is the current company name.
Products and positioning
Much of the collection is designed and made by hand. Shoes are hand-dyed in several layers of aniline and then finished with creams, finishes and waxes. The company also focuses on hand-dyed items and exotic materials such as ostrich, python and ray. The family also has a background in leather goods.
Distribution
Italy is the strongest market, entered through local distribution and expanded region by region in the 1980s. Europe became an internal market after the late 1990s and early 2000s, and further expansion went to Japan, China, Russia, Eastern European countries and, most recently, the United States. Ciro Nevano, the second-generation CEO, was interviewed in 2018.
Why it matters
Calpierre represents the family-owned Neapolitan shoemaking tradition and its gradual move from regional distribution to international markets.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Calpierre from?
Calpierre is from Ercolano, near Naples, in Italy.
What does Calpierre sell?
Calpierre sells men's shoes that are largely hand-made and hand-dyed, including styles in exotic leathers.