Chie Mihara’s designs feel like an invitation: part-story, part-structure, wholly personal… Born in Porto Alegre, Brazil, to Japanese parents, Chie’s creative path is defined by movement, literal journeys from Brazil to Japan to New York and finally, Spain. The result is footwear, bags and fashion that reads luxurious yet approachable, artisanal yet modern.

A designer trained across continents, Chie studied fashion design in Fukuoka and sharpened her craft under Junko Koshino in Tokyo. She then studied accessory design at FIT in New York and worked in the city’s footwear industry before settling in Spain to pursue Made in Spain quality and craft. That layered education Asian discipline, American creativity, European savoir-faire… is evident in every silhouette: from meticulous construction to unexpected details.

What sets Chie Mihara apart is a refusal to chase trends. Her work is less about seasonal diktats and more about personal truth. Each shoe is a direct translation of her vision and values: authentic, free, and expressive. Whether a sculptural heel, a gently worn leather finish, or an offbeat colorway, Chie’s pieces are designed for people who want their footwear to say something about who they are. And if someone hasn’t yet claimed that voice, her shoes are an invitation to discover it.

Her manifesto: “There is nothing more powerful than being yourself, validating who you are, and living with authenticity” is more than copy; it’s the guiding principle behind every collection. The brand’s aesthetic champions individuality: crafted objects that reward attention, wear well over time, and encourage self-expression.

Chie’s creativity is not limited to shoes. She works across bags, clothing, photography, sculpture, and interiors, an interdisciplinary approach that enriches her design language. That breadth shows in details: an architectural strap, a tactile leather treatment, a proportion that feels unexpectedly right. The result is wear that functions as both utility and little pieces of art.

For the fashion-conscious who value craft, personality, and subtle rebellion against fast-fashion uniformity, Chie Mihara offers a compelling alternative. Her pieces are for those who prefer to build a wardrobe of character: thoughtful, durable, and unmistakably personal.