Meet the two sisters, Viola and Vera Arrivabene bringing Venetian inspired footwear to the world.
Why did you decide to start a shoe line? Is it something you two have always wanted to do?
ViBi Venezia was born out of our passion for our home city, Venice. Every time we went somewhere, our friends were always asking us to bring them pairs of furlane (the typical gondolier shoes from Venice). One day we thought “Why don’t we create something that allows you to buy and receive furlane around the world?” From that moment we started working on our website and brand, which we officially launched in the summer 2015.
Why the furlane shoes? What is it about them that you love so much?
They are the shoes of our Venetian childhood. We grew up wearing them and have never stopped. They are very comfortable and work with just about any outfit.
What are your different roles in the company?
Viola: I handle all the social media and creative side!
Vera: I am all about the numbers!
Which pair is your favorite?
Viola: Le vibiLido!
Vera: Mary Janes!
What is on the horizon for Vibi Venezia?
To keep bringing more of Venice to the world.
How would you describe someone who wears your shoes?
Chic, intellectual and Avant-garde, he or she is someone who likes to travel and discover new things.
Who would you love to see wearing your shoes, dead or alive?
Luchino Visconti and Miuccia Prada
What would be the theme song of your brand?
Booty Swing by Parov Stelar – ViBi’s are great dancing shoes after midnight!
Heels or Flats?
Viola: Heels Vera: Flat
Sweet or Salty?
Viola: Salty Vera: Sweet
Best book you have read?
Viola: Shantaram by Gregory David Roberts Vera: Auntie Mame by Patrick Dennis
Favorite thing about Venice?
Viola: The Light Vera: When it’s calm
The last photo you took?
Viola: My feet in a pair of ViBis this morning! Vera: The sunset in Venice last night
Special Thanks to Viola and Vera Arrivabene
