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Issey Ruffle Mule
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Issey Ruffle Mule

A sculptural mule that carries Camille’s paper-bag fold into an open, high-stiletto slip-on.

Story & heritage

The Issey ruffle mule is source-linked to Camille: in LCF’s interview, White says the Camille boot evolved into the Issey ruffle mule, and Forbes names Issey among the distinct styles across his collections.

Archive retail and social listings show Issey as a recurring mule idea, appearing in fuchsia, patterned, burgundy, black floral and tassel versions.

Materials & craft

Issey keeps the shoe open and light but places the drama on the vamp: suede, patterned textile, leather or patent panels are folded into ruffles, bows or tassels over a sharply pitched stiletto base.

ruffled vampmule silhouettesuede versionsleather versionsstiletto heel

How to choose & style

Choose Issey when the outfit can spare the ankle and show the vamp. It works with cropped trousers, satin skirts and simple dresses because the ruffle supplies the movement.

fuchsia suedeburgundy suedeblack floraltassel slingbackpatterned mule
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