Jimmy Choo has unveiled its newest signature, the Eliot Slipper, a style that blends elegance with a rebellious streak. It pulls from the past, feels completely modern and steps confidently into both men’s and women’s wardrobes. This is Jimmy Choo’s latest attempt to redefine what a classic can be, and it does so with character.
Creative Director Sandra Choi describes the Eliot as easy, iconic and full of attitude. The silhouette carries echoes of the seventies rock scene, the effortless cool of early 2000s it girls and even the original muses of the sixties. That mix of nostalgia and newness gives the shoe its charm. According to Choi, the magic happens when the wearer brings their own personality to it. The shape has history, but it becomes something fresh on every pair of feet.
The name itself nods to English author Mary Ann Evans, better known by her pen name George Eliot. It is a subtle reference to identity, reinvention and the idea of reshaping what already exists. Much like its namesake, the shoe looks back while stepping forward.
The silhouette comes from deep heritage. Slippers were once tied to nineteenth century aristocratic dressing, all polish and formality. By the sixties the style had been reclaimed by the Mods, who wore them with sharp suits as a symbol of clean rebellion. Jimmy Choo has always played with that tension. Earlier designs like the Slide from 1999 and the Foxley from 2013 have become staples in the brand’s history. The Eliot builds on those foundations and introduces a new lens.
Crafted in Italy by specialist artisans, the Eliot Slipper showcases the level of detail the brand is known for. The Nappa footbed is soft and cushioned, the leather sole flexes easily and the overall construction feels refined. The style comes in paper flat form or with a 45 mm stacked heel, with shared textiles and finishing available across both heights. The flat version also features a collapsible back so it can be worn as a mule.
Materials and finishes range from sleek to bold. There is a black Nappa version punctured with metal eyelets, a pure vegetable tanned buffalo leather option, leopard printed pony hair and a glossy croc embossed style in sambuco tones. A suede design with an exaggerated tassel is also available, handmade in Florence.
The Eliot Slipper arrives as a new proposition for the Jimmy Choo woman and man. It carries freedom, authenticity and a clear respect for craftsmanship, yet it feels firmly rooted in the present. It is a reminder that style evolves, attitude counts and a single silhouette can tell many stories depending on who wears it next. Shop the range here.
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