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EP. 6 - Chelsea boots: from Queen Victoria to the Beatles, the history of the ankle boots that never go out of style
Why are they called Chelsea boots? From Queen Victoria’s England to the London of the Beatles, discover the history of the iconic ankle boots with elasticated side panels. A journey...
EP. 6 - Chelsea boots: from Queen Victoria to the Beatles, the history of the ankle boots that never go out of style
EP. 6 - Chelsea boots: from Queen Victoria to the Beatles, the history of the ankle boots that never go out of style
|Franco Giuseppe Virgilio Becheroni
Suede shoes and rain: do they really get ruined? How to protect and dry them
Do suede shoes really get ruined in the rain? Find out how to protect them from water, what to do when they get wet, and which mistakes to avoid. A...
Suede shoes and rain: do they really get ruined? How to protect and dry them
Suede shoes and rain: do they really get ruined? How to protect and dry them
|Franco Giuseppe Virgilio Becheroni
EP. 5 — Why are they called sneakers? The history of the shoes that learned to walk silently
Why are they called sneakers? 👟 The answer is hidden beneath our feet and takes us back to the nineteenth century. From the first rubber soles to the big brands...
EP. 5 — Why are they called sneakers? The history of the shoes that learned to walk silently
EP. 5 — Why are they called sneakers? The history of the shoes that learned to walk silently
|Franco Giuseppe Virgilio Becheroni
Barefoot shoes: what does it really mean and how do they work?
What does barefoot really mean? 👣 Discover how barefoot shoes work, what features distinguish them from traditional footwear, and why they aren't necessarily the best choice for everyone. A simple...
Barefoot shoes: what does it really mean and how do they work?
Barefoot shoes: what does it really mean and how do they work?
|Franco Giuseppe Virgilio Becheroni
Batik — Jakarta: the "friulane" of the East inspired by the colors of the Indonesian metropolis
From the lights of Jakarta comes a new stage in the Batik – The Friulians of the East journey. Red, blue, and purple convey the energy of the Indonesian metropolis...
Batik — Jakarta: the "friulane" of the East inspired by the colors of the Indonesian metropolis
Batik — Jakarta: the "friulane" of the East inspired by the colors of the Indonesian metropolis
|Franco Giuseppe Virgilio Becheroni
Summer break 2026: we're taking a few days off to return with even more energy ☀️
It is time for us to slow down a little, too. Here are the dates for our summer break, when the shop will reopen, and how online orders will be...
Summer break 2026: we're taking a few days off to return with even more energy ☀️
Summer break 2026: we're taking a few days off to return with even more energy ☀️
|Franco Giuseppe Virgilio Becheroni
EP. 4 — Mary Jane: why are these strap shoes called that?
Why are Mary Jane shoes called that? The answer comes from a 1902 comic strip. Discover the origin of this iconic style and how its famous strap became a symbol...
EP. 4 — Mary Jane: why are these strap shoes called that?
EP. 4 — Mary Jane: why are these strap shoes called that?
|Franco Giuseppe Virgilio Becheroni
Why is it better to try on shoes in the evening?
Trying on shoes in the evening is a small trick that can make a big difference. Throughout the day, feet tend to swell slightly: this is why choosing the right...
Why is it better to try on shoes in the evening?
Why is it better to try on shoes in the evening?
|Franco Giuseppe Virgilio Becheroni
The 3 mistakes we all make when trying on a shoe (and how to avoid them)
Trying on a shoe seems simple, but a few mistakes are enough to end up with uncomfortable footwear. Discover the 3 most common mistakes and Pli-Pla's tips for choosing a...
The 3 mistakes we all make when trying on a shoe (and how to avoid them)
The 3 mistakes we all make when trying on a shoe (and how to avoid them)
|Franco Giuseppe Virgilio Becheroni
Why do feet swell in the summer? Causes and tips for choosing the right shoes.
Why do feet tend to swell in summer? Find out what happens in the heat, what small steps can help, and how to choose comfortable shoes suitable for the hottest...
Why do feet swell in the summer? Causes and tips for choosing the right shoes.
Why do feet swell in the summer? Causes and tips for choosing the right shoes.
|Franco Giuseppe Virgilio Becheroni
EP. 6 - Chelsea boots: from Queen Victoria to the Beatles, the history of the ankle boots that never go out of style
Why are they called Chelsea boots? From Queen Victoria’s England to the London of the Beatles, discover the history of the iconic ankle boots with elasticated side panels. A journey...
EP. 6 - Chelsea boots: from Queen Victoria to the Beatles, the history of the ankle boots that never go out of style
EP. 6 - Chelsea boots: from Queen Victoria to the Beatles, the history of the ankle boots that never go out of style
|Franco Giuseppe Virgilio Becheroni
Suede shoes and rain: do they really get ruined? How to protect and dry them
Do suede shoes really get ruined in the rain? Find out how to protect them from water, what to do when they get wet, and which mistakes to avoid. A...
Suede shoes and rain: do they really get ruined? How to protect and dry them
Suede shoes and rain: do they really get ruined? How to protect and dry them
|Franco Giuseppe Virgilio Becheroni
EP. 5 — Why are they called sneakers? The history of the shoes that learned to walk silently
Why are they called sneakers? 👟 The answer is hidden beneath our feet and takes us back to the nineteenth century. From the first rubber soles to the big brands...
EP. 5 — Why are they called sneakers? The history of the shoes that learned to walk silently
EP. 5 — Why are they called sneakers? The history of the shoes that learned to walk silently
|Franco Giuseppe Virgilio Becheroni
Barefoot shoes: what does it really mean and how do they work?
What does barefoot really mean? 👣 Discover how barefoot shoes work, what features distinguish them from traditional footwear, and why they aren't necessarily the best choice for everyone. A simple...
Barefoot shoes: what does it really mean and how do they work?
Barefoot shoes: what does it really mean and how do they work?
|Franco Giuseppe Virgilio Becheroni
Batik — Jakarta: the "friulane" of the East inspired by the colors of the Indonesian metropolis
From the lights of Jakarta comes a new stage in the Batik – The Friulians of the East journey. Red, blue, and purple convey the energy of the Indonesian metropolis...
Batik — Jakarta: the "friulane" of the East inspired by the colors of the Indonesian metropolis
Batik — Jakarta: the "friulane" of the East inspired by the colors of the Indonesian metropolis
|Franco Giuseppe Virgilio Becheroni
Summer break 2026: we're taking a few days off to return with even more energy ☀️
It is time for us to slow down a little, too. Here are the dates for our summer break, when the shop will reopen, and how online orders will be...
Summer break 2026: we're taking a few days off to return with even more energy ☀️
Summer break 2026: we're taking a few days off to return with even more energy ☀️
|Franco Giuseppe Virgilio Becheroni
EP. 4 — Mary Jane: why are these strap shoes called that?
Why are Mary Jane shoes called that? The answer comes from a 1902 comic strip. Discover the origin of this iconic style and how its famous strap became a symbol...
EP. 4 — Mary Jane: why are these strap shoes called that?
EP. 4 — Mary Jane: why are these strap shoes called that?
|Franco Giuseppe Virgilio Becheroni
Why is it better to try on shoes in the evening?
Trying on shoes in the evening is a small trick that can make a big difference. Throughout the day, feet tend to swell slightly: this is why choosing the right...
Why is it better to try on shoes in the evening?
Why is it better to try on shoes in the evening?
|Franco Giuseppe Virgilio Becheroni
The 3 mistakes we all make when trying on a shoe (and how to avoid them)
Trying on a shoe seems simple, but a few mistakes are enough to end up with uncomfortable footwear. Discover the 3 most common mistakes and Pli-Pla's tips for choosing a...
The 3 mistakes we all make when trying on a shoe (and how to avoid them)
The 3 mistakes we all make when trying on a shoe (and how to avoid them)
|Franco Giuseppe Virgilio Becheroni
Why do feet swell in the summer? Causes and tips for choosing the right shoes.
Why do feet tend to swell in summer? Find out what happens in the heat, what small steps can help, and how to choose comfortable shoes suitable for the hottest...
Why do feet swell in the summer? Causes and tips for choosing the right shoes.
Why do feet swell in the summer? Causes and tips for choosing the right shoes.
|Franco Giuseppe Virgilio Becheroni
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