AMHERST, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--OrthoLite, the leading provider of comfort and performance insoles, today announces its partnership with eight fifteen, the luxury footwear brand from Seychelles Imports, LLC, on its upcoming fall/winter shoe collection to bring the ultimate in comfort to fashionistas. The collaboration continues OrthoLite’s expansion into the dress market through its proprietary polyurethane formula with recycled rubber content. The first fall/winter collection for the brand will be distributed to U.S. shoe boutiques and specialty stores by the end of September 2015.
eight fifteen uses a customized OrthoLite padding system in each style of the new collection to provide high quality and comfortable shoe insoles to support the foot. This OrthoLite cushioning technology allows women to experience high-level breathability and moisture management in every step. Launched in Spring 2015 by the creators of Seychelles shoes, eight fifteen combines timeless, on-trend designs with handcrafted innovation and unmatched cushioning from OrthoLite. The Spring 2015 collection was met with high enthusiasm from retailers globally and the brand is quickly gaining recognition for offering high fashion that is truly wearable as the product continues to perform well in stores. The premier fall/winter collection will be available at U.S. retailers, including American Rag Cie and David’s Shoes in Beverly Hills, Joe Brand in Texas, and Wink NYC and Tony Walker Co. in the greater New York area.
“This partnership with eight fifteen allows women to wear their favorite shoes for an extended period of time without sacrificing comfort,” said Pamela Gelsomini, president of OrthoLite. “OrthoLite is a perfect partner for eight fifteen because it delivers superior technology to support feet with lightweight, breathable foam materials.”
The new fall/winter collection, inspired by the easy glamour of the 60s and 70s, features 10 styles ranging from flats to booties with OrthoLite foam technology, including:
- Andy ($535): Available in black
- Brooke ($535): Available in black
- Cale ($353): Available in black
- Calvin ($595): Available in black
- Debbie ($595): Available in black and gold
- Elton ($435): Available in black, gold and vacchetta
- Liza ($495): Available in black and pale gold
- Nico ($465): Available in black leather and vacchetta leather
- Patti ($395): Available in black and gold
- Ross ($365): Available in black suede
“After years of studying ways for women to wear heels 24/7 without pain, we decided to partner with OrthoLite, as its open-cell foam is paramount for long-term wear,” said Sari Ratsula, President of eight fifteen. “The custom OrthoLite insole technology coupled with our patented Sey-Curve makes this collection the only high heels you can truly wear all day and night with full support.”
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About OrthoLite:
OrthoLite, headquartered in Amherst, Mass., is the world’s leading supplier of open cell foam insoles found in more than 200 million shoes each year, including ASICS, Clarks, New Balance, Merrell, Nike, Puma, Vans and Timberland. OrthoLite combines polyurethane and recycled rubber to provide superior cushioning, comfort and breathability. OrthoLite insoles can now be purchased through a partnership with Amazon. For every pair of insoles sold, OrthoLite will donate $1 to the Level Field Fund, a grant-giving program that strives to bridge gaps in funding to uniquely talented athletes to train and compete successfully. To purchase insoles or for more information, please visit www.OrthoLite.com.
About eight fifteen:
eight fifteen is created for women who are stylish and powerful, yet tired of sacrificing comfort for beauty. Combining commitment to timeless, on trend designs with cutting edge technology, every pair of eight fifteen shoes is beautifully handcrafted and built with the ultimate comfort in mind. Each pair is equipped with innovative OrthoLite® padding, a technology previously only found in athletic shoes, as well as our patented SeyCal™ down curve to support feet in the most vulnerable places.
About Seychelles Imports, LLC:
Seychelles Imports, LLC is a Los Angeles based company established in 1984. Our brands – Seychelles, BC Footwear, eight fifteen, and SEY Collection — resonate strongly with both retailers and consumers alike. Our namesake brand Seychelles blends timeless style with modern design, with prices ranging between $80 to $320. From 2000, BC Footwear has captured a youthful and eclectic vibe, pricing at $60 to $150. Both Seychelles and BC are sold at department stores, specialty stores, and independent boutiques. Newly launched in 2015, eight fifteen consists of beautifully handcrafted styles combining luxury and comfort, with prices ranging from $275 to $795. SEY Collection also debuted in 2015, capturing the edgy style of our fashion forward customer, with prices ranging from $230 - $360. eight fifteen and SEY Collection can be found at luxury retailers around the world.
