Arizona Love

In 2018, Leslie Halfon launched Arizona Love with one goal in mind: to create the perfect sandals, combining comfort and fashion. Like a postcard, evoking memories of cactus plants, palm trees from road trips and arid desert plains, Arizona Love combines vintage, folk and bohemian influences to create exclusive and unique designs, always in a relaxed, hedonistic and colorful atmosphere. In short, a universe in constant metamorphosis, evolving day by day, nourished by Leslie's travels. Discover the Arizona Love archives at low prices, exclusively on Imparfaite.

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OF FIBRES ARE MADE FROM RECYCLED MATERIALS
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POLYESTER IS MADE FROM RECYCLED PLASTIC BOTTLES
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HANDCRAFTED ARIZONA LOVE SANDALS
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PLASTIC USED FOR PACKAGING SHOES

“We focus on designs that combine comfort and style, offering unique pieces that embody both contemporary fashion and a relaxed, hedonistic philosophy of living.”

Can you introduce Arizona Love in your own words?

LESLIE : Arizona Love is a mid- to high-end brand that offers desirable, on-trend products. We focus on designs that combine comfort and style, offering unique pieces that embody both contemporary fashion and a relaxed, hedonistic philosophy of living.

Tell us about the origins of Arizona Love

LESLIE : In 2018, I founded Arizona Love with a specific idea: to create the perfect sandal, both comfortable and ultra-trendy. The inspiration came after a memorable trip to the Grand Canyon, a place rich in history and mythology. This journey rekindled the spirit of the “summer of love” and inspired a range of products that evoke memories of cacti, road trips and arid deserts. Arizona Love fuses folk, vintage and bohemian influences to offer exclusive and unique designs, with a colorful and joyful philosophy.

What triggered the launch of the brand?

LESLIE : At the time, I had already launched a winter accessories brand called “Fur Deluxe”. However, after a trip to the United States, I had a revelation. I was captivated by the idea of using vintage bandanas on an iconic trekking sandal. This vision inspired me to create Arizona Love and develop a collection of sandals that combine vintage spirit with modern style.

What's the creative process like at Arizona Love?

LESLIE : I travel a lot, and every trip is a huge source of inspiration. I like to draw inspiration from vintage and work on exclusive prints. Rather than following fashion trends, I prefer to create timeless and unique designs. My creative process is nourished by the cultures I discover, the vintage objects I find and the stories I meet along the way.

What is the house's iconic model?

LESLIE : The red TREKKY sandal is without doubt our iconic model. It perfectly represents the spirit of the brand: comfortable, bold and elegant. It's a piece that has won over our customers with its unique design and unrivalled comfort.

What part of your personality can be found in Arizona Love?

LESLIE : Arizona Love reflects my passion for travel, my endless curiosity, my overflowing creativity and my joie de vivre. Each creation is imbued with these elements, making our products extensions of my own vision of the world.

What role does vintage play in your personal wardrobe?

LESLIE : I love hunting for bargains on my travels and discovering hidden treasures. About 20% of my wardrobe is made up of vintage pieces. These finds add a unique and personal touch to my style, while telling a story.

How do you make your teams aware of the environmental issues involved in fashion?

LESLIE : We constantly strive to find natural or GOTS-certified materials for our creations. Sustainability is an absolute priority for me.

What are your CSR objectives for 2025?

LESLIE : We recently launched a line of sneakers made from recycled materials, and our goal is to achieve 100% sustainable materials in all our future collections. We work tirelessly to improve our practices and reduce our ecological footprint, while continuing to offer high-quality products to our customers.

“Arizona Love reflects my passion for travel, my endless curiosity, my overflowing creativity and my joie de vivre.”

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