Official Release Spring/Summer 2011 Alegria Shoes and Sandals

Posted on 12th Jan 2011 @ 4:22 PM

For Spring/Summer 2011, Alegria Shoes will now offer fashionable and comfortable shoes in 11 different styles. New styles Alegria Sandals include the Mariposa sandal, with two adjustable straps for maximum comfort and a butterfly bling buckle and the Pisa, a new thong-style sandal with adjustable elastic straps and is embellished with beautiful handpainted shells. The "mini" rocker bottom is built on a lower profile rocker bottom and is lightweight and flexible. What they all have in common is the brand's signature rocker bottom outsole and wide array of fun collectible colors and patterns which make people feel "happy from the outside in."

"Our main goal was to give the Alegria woman a collection with maximum adjustability that was still fashionable," explains the Alegria’s design team. "We drew inspiration from the exquisite glass and decorative, colorful elements of Venice, Italy and added handpainted abalone tiles and shells to adorn the new sandals for an effortlessly chic summer look . Then we added rich jewel toned vegitan leathers, Earth toned floral patina prints with flashes of gold as radiant as the sunset over the Grand Canal and vibrant snake prints so simple and stylish they will become an instant summer must-have."

The Alegria Classic Collection, remains a staple of the Alegria Spring/Summer 2011 collection and is offered in ten new colors and custom, collectible prints including Patina Patent, a gorgeous muted floral print that will be the perfect addition to your summer whites.

The Alegria Madrid, a dressier sandal that is perfect to wear year round, is so simple and stylish and is made to accommodate a broader range of widths.

Alegria Shoes' new Alegria Carina thong-style sandal available in eight new colors embellished with beautiful iridescent abalone tiles, is a “must-have” in Chrome Patent.

The Alegria Tuscany Collection, available in 4 colors with studded detail, is a closed toe side with delicate scalloped detail.

The Alegria Mariposa Collection is available in seven rich colors including a rich Soft Bronze and has two adjustable straps for maximum adjustability. Includes rhinestone butterfly buckle detail.

The Alegria Verona Collection, offers maximum adjustability with a chunky square stone inspired by tones of the Southwest, available in seven different colors and prints.

The Alegria Pisa sandal is available in seven new colors and has super comfortable elastic straps and is trimmed with bright handpainted shells, and on our lightweight and flexible “mini” rocker bottom.

The Alegria Seville continues to shine with traditional clog- like classic style featuring an adjustable swivel strap, and is available in rich colors and prints like Bronze Patina Patent.

The Alegria Feliz Collection, a ballet flat with an elasticized top strap on the lower profile bottom was a huge hit last season and is offered in ten different prints including Purple and Silver Ric-Rac and luxe, bohemian inspired Gold Lace suede.

Launched in 2008 by Pepper Gate Footwear, a leading maker of therapeutic footwear, Alegria has become a place where happiness meets wellness. “Color Therapy” is the brand’s philosophy using colors and affordable fashion-forward styling to enhance your mood, while its unique Rocker Outsole delivers full-body benefits by minimizing stress on muscles, joints and back for all day energy. To see what happy looks like please visit www.alegriashoes.com.