Loewe Rio Suede Espadrilles

The Rio Suede Espadrilles, bearing the LOEWE marque, find their genesis in the rich heritage of espadrilles, a footwear archetype with roots stretching back millennia. Espadrilles, in their rudimentary form, were first conceived in prehistoric times, evolving from simple braided esparto grass sandals. The term 'espardenya' appeared in 1322, marking a crucial moment in the early cultural narrative of this venerable shoe.