THE BRAND

Dare to push boundaries. Feel empowered with every step. A woman owned and operated business with a whole lot of heart, Femmes Sans Peur [FSP] translates to "Fearless Women”. For the rebels, the dreamers and the confidence seekers, FSP has redefined footwear offering luxury shoe designs that allow women to express their personal style without sacrificing comfort for fashion.

A love affair with shoes inspired these ornate hand-crafted pieces that exude femininity on a variety of silhouettes, featuring sculptural heels and opulent details drawn from art history as well as nature, seducing the senses. Alluring statement pieces that are jewelry for her feet, each style elevates her wardrobe, empowering her mindset to conquer her day. FSP pairs embroidery from expert artisans in India with luxury leathers from the finest Italian tanneries. With a focus on comfort and sustainability, key components are built into every shoe from both recycled and eco-friendly materials, leaving her walking on a cloud. Each outsole is adorned with their signature metal lotus flower ornament, allowing her to experience divine beauty and awaken her soles with every step. To help prevent slipping, every shoe features a recessed rubber pod for added support, stability and grip. The end result: Glamorous footwear that is both stunning and liberating!

Are you ready to walk with conviction and awaken your soles?

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CHRISTINA JEAN DURANTE

FOUNDER, CREATIVE DIRECTOR & DESIGNER

American luxury accessories designer Christina Jean Durante founded her eponymous label in 2015. A graduate from New York's prestigious Fashion Institute of Technology, Christina debuted her first collection for Spring/ Summer 2015, becoming globally renowned for her empowering statement-piece designs. Femmes Sans Peur was awarded the FN Glass Slipper Award for ‘Best New Exhibitor’ in 2015.
FSP shoes have been worn by superstars Lady Gaga, Lizzo, Carrie Underwood, Naomi Capbell, Camila Cabello, Fergie, Doja Cat, Maren Morris, Bethenny Frankel, Megan Good, Christine Quinn and more. Her creations have also walked the runway for Haute Couture designer Galia Lahav and have been featured in a number of fashion publications including ELLE, Allure, COSMOPOLITAN, GRAZIA, Footwear News and more. 

|"On my second date with my husband, I slipped on black ice leaving me with a trip to the hospital, a fractured face, skull and a severe concussion - all because I was wearing luxury shoes with zero traction. Never wanting another woman to suffer the same experience, I launched FSP, which quickly became more than a brand born out of trauma - it became a movement...I create luxury footwear that speaks to women; statement pieces that are jewelry for her feet, empowering her with every step. As a woman, I know that we always want to feel beautiful, confident, and fearless. The name 'Femmes Sans Peur' was so fitting... the translation embodies everything I want our shoe lover to be, because we know when a woman feels fabulous in her own skin she is unstoppable!"

As a Native New Yorker Christina developed her multi-cultural aesthetic early on with a deep love for travel, culture and art history which is strongly reflected in her footwear. It was important to her to create a line of shoes that were not only comfortable, but had novelty appeal that resonated with women everywhere. Her designs bring a unique offering with intricate jewelry details integrating an assortment of looks.