26th October 2023 : DI MINNO celebrates two new endeavours over a Cocktail Dinatoire at SPARROW ITALIA – Mayfair. In good company, the evening hosted the likes of Sophie Hermann, Nina Suess, Maja Malnar, Olivia Arben, Donna Wallace, Hikmat Mohammed, Ida Peterson, Chloe Street, Federica Labanca and more.
Luxury Italian Shoe Brand, DI MINNO, has opened their second brick-and-mortar store (following the success of their Sloane Square store) in London’s renowned Burlington Arcade.
The brand is thrilled to announce their new home in one of London’s most established and refined retail spaces. DI MINNO’s unique heritage and elegant designs delicately align with the history and principles that are represented by Burlington Arcade, ensuring that the stores placement is one that signifies great meaning and value to all.
In addition to this exciting news, DI MINNO is delighted to announce that they’ve hired Alina Balaci as their Managing Director. With over 15 years of industry experience at the likes of Christopher Kane and Burberry, DI MINNO’s keen interest in growing their establishment has only just begun.
Regarding her appointment as Managing Director, Alina Balaci notes:
‘’I am thrilled to join DiMinno and continue its exciting journey. As I step into this new role, my passion is driven by a strong dedication to both the growth of the business and the team. I’m embarking on this venture to expand DiMinno in the luxury footwear industry and foster a culture built on collaboration, creativity, and unwavering commitment.”
Alessandro Maria Ferreri, Strategic Advisor of DI MINNO and Chief Executive Officer of The Style Gate, a Milan based consultancy firm, on their exciting growth:
“Di Minno wholeheartedly represents the excellence in the luxury market. We pride ourselves on quality and style, ensuring that the brands identity is elevated and refined.
I am proud to have grown DI MINNO to a point of recognition and establishment and look forward to putting all my expertise into the brand to further develop and establish the DI MINNO name in the luxury, fashion and footwear industries.”
In regard to their growth in London, Franca Aschenbrenner, President and Creative Director notes:
“As a creative hub and home to the Cosmopolitan Woman, London is somewhere that I have seen as a visionary city for years and I’m beyond proud to see my design and vision come to life here, especially in the notorious Burlington Arcade. “