Tetsuya Uenobe is the designer and maker behind the Japanese footwear label Uenobe. His truly original, superior quality, handmade shoes are viewed both as functional footwear to private clients and pieces of fine art in the art world. Galleries in Tokyo and Düsseldorf have shown his inspired and whimsical work in prestigious exhibitions.
Swelle Boutique has partnered with Uenobe to offer his extraordinary footwear to adventurous and discerning clients in the United Kingdom, Europe and North America. Uenobe is currently offering made-to-order footwear in a variety of custom colour options in the Puss on Boots style and his newest design, the new 'Faithful 'shoe from his Silhouette series which look like regular shoes at first glance, then reveal a surprise motif upon closer inspection.
Swelle Boutique has partnered with Uenobe to offer his extraordinary footwear to adventurous and discerning clients in the United Kingdom, Europe and North America. Uenobe is currently offering made-to-order footwear in a variety of custom colour options in the Puss on Boots style and his newest design, the new 'Faithful 'shoe from his Silhouette series which look like regular shoes at first glance, then reveal a surprise motif upon closer inspection.
To enquire about having your own pair of Uenobe shoes or boots made please contact Swelle Boutique to initiate a consultation. To learn more about Uenobe, his process and inspirations you can read his interview with The Swelle Life here.
Uenobe's latest design, the 'Faithful' features a subtle dog motif from the nose to the shoulder - note the irresistible 'tail' on the heel of the shoe:
'Puss on Boots' features a bolder cat motif on both the inside and outside exterior of this unique and stylish lace-up boot:
You can choose the colours for the two contrasting leathers to create your own custom look:
Finish the look with your choice of shoe laces:
Here is a glimpse into how your shoes will be made by Mr. Uenobe:
To enquire about having your own pair of Uenobe footwear made please contact Swelle Boutique to initiate a consultation.
