NR Rapisardi
NR Rapisardi is an Italian footwear brand founded in 1959 by Giancarlo Rapisardi. It makes women's shoes and boots in Italy, with a smaller men's line.
| Founded | 1959 |
|---|---|
| Founder | Giancarlo Rapisardi |
| Based in | Florence, Italy |
| Production | Made in Italy |
| Website | nrrapisardi.it |
What is NR Rapisardi?
NR Rapisardi is an Italian shoe brand focused on women's footwear, made in Italy by skilled craftspeople. The company is based in Florence and designs versatile, elegant collections for modern, dynamic women.
History
The Rapisardi family, described as a noble Sicilian house, was active in shoe manufacturing and distribution from the early 1900s. Giancarlo Rapisardi established the company in 1959. In 2019 the Italian footwear maker The Flexx took over 90 percent of the shares in NR Rapisardi.
Products and positioning
The collections include:
- Red Label boots, over the knee boots and ankle boots
- Sneakers and seasonal styles for women
- Stretch your life, an animal free line using materials derived from cereals and vegetable seeds
- A sporty, casual men's line
The brand emphasises natural and environmentally conscious materials alongside its Italian production.
Why it matters
NR Rapisardi is an example of a long established Italian family shoemaker that has added animal free materials to its offer and joined a larger footwear company.
Frequently asked questions
Where are NR Rapisardi shoes made?
NR Rapisardi shoes are made in Italy by skilled craftspeople.
Who owns NR Rapisardi?
In 2019 the Italian footwear company The Flexx acquired 90 percent of the shares in NR Rapisardi.