Footwear News

August 2006

When Michael Toschi launched his eponymous men's line in 1998, he knew the high-end market was the place to be. "My goal has always been to build a brand rather than to sell shoes, and to do it in the high-end luxury arena," Toschi said. But the designer didn't stop there. He sought to marry quality and comfort to create what he calls the "performance luxury" category.