As a shoe lover I always appreciate a stunning pair of shoes. Not only does a perfect set elevate your outfit, it also gives you a little more confidence and pep in your step. From Cinderella’s glass slippers to Carrie Bradshaw’s Manolo Blahniks, it’s truly wonderful when a pair of shoes are so special, they almost outshine their wearer. Whether they were on the silver screen, a red carpet or in a fashion museum, there have been a number of game-changing shoes that have impacted the fashion of the masses. From ballet flats to Doc Martens and even Uggs, these shoes still have an effect on pop culture in 2016. Behind every successful shoe brand is a truly successful shoemaker.

Take a look at this infographic, which looks at how some of the top shoe designers started out. Did you know Salvatore Ferragamo opened his first shoe shop at the age of 13? Have a look-see below at Walsh Brothers Shoes’ infographic to learn about the masters behind the heels and see which fancy footwear made the cut.

Walsh Brothers Shoes is a family run shoe shop in Killarney, Co. Kerry. Since it’s opening in 1902, Walsh Brothers Shoes has become an iconic shoe destination in Kerry. They carry lots of well-known shoe brands including Clarks, Skechers, Doc Martens, Ecco, Meindl and much more with 49 different sizes and a range of width fittings. Their whole range of shoes and boots for men, women & children are available to buy online at their website.

Nirina xx

*Note: This blog post is sponsored, but has been tailored to Killer Fashion