Premiata Women's Shoes: Leather and Suede Sneakers

Women’s Shoes · Premiata

Right now, the boutique has twenty women’s Premiata sneaker styles, 146 pairs in total, priced from 125 to 300 euros. The selection changes every week: if you’re looking for a specific size in a specific style, the product page always shows what’s actually available.

What sets one Premiata sneaker apart from another

Three features, all visible from the outside. The high sole: almost all the women’s styles have a thick sole, in some cases a double-layer platform, adding a few centimeters without the weight of a chunky wedge. The mix of materials: leather and suede on the same shoe, often with fabric inserts, and sparkling details on some styles. The stamps on the midsole: the rubber band is printed with the house’s logos, the signature that makes the shoe recognizable from behind.

It’s a sneaker that stands on its own in an outfit: not a neutral shoe to wear with everything. Customers who buy it in the boutique usually choose it for exactly that — the sole and the print, not to go unnoticed.

The collections available now

Bethcoin is the style we have the widest selection of: a mix of leathers and fabrics, a high sole, sparkling details, and a denim version. It’s the style we see selling the most.

Micol is the true platform style: a double-layer sole, Premiata stamps on the midsole, and it remains lightweight despite the height. Choose it if extra height is the reason you’re buying it.

Hill and Lauryn are the two boldest lines — one of the Hill styles has a snake print. Bonnied and Mased sit in the mid-height range. Devin is the most expensive style we currently carry.

Lucyd takes the opposite approach: clean lines, the lightest of the group, and the one to look at if you’re not interested in a high sole. Davidd is ice white with perforated detailing and leather-colored laces; Moerund completes the selection.

The colors, and the animal print

The largest part of the selection is in brown and animal prints — snake and cow — followed by black, white, dark brown, burgundy and one in denim. The animal print on L by Premiata works because the sole already makes a statement: the print is on the upper while the sole remains neutral, so the shoe stands out without looking like a costume. With dark jeans and a simple coat, it’s the only piece that needs attention.

Sizes: Premiata has just one chart

We carry sizes 35 to 44, with the widest range between 36 and 40. Choose your usual size: these are lace-up sneakers, so there's no need to size down.

One thing to know if you're comparing UK or US sizes: Premiata publishes just one size chart. From EU 36 to 37.5, the rows are marked «(W)» and use women's sizing; from size 38 up, the UK/US conversion published by the brand is for men, and is also used for women's styles. So from size 38 up, don't rely on the UK/US conversion: check the measurements in centimeters. For a comparison between sizing systems, see our size converter.

How to care for them

Suede should be brushed dry with a rubber brush and protected with water-repellent spray before its first outing—not after the first rain. Leather can be cleaned with a damp cloth and mild soap.

Not the L insole. The stamps are printed on the rubber: an abrasive sponge or bleaching product will remove them, and the shoe will lose exactly the detail you chose it for. Lukewarm water, mild soap, a soft toothbrush, and that's all.

Where to look next

The full collection, for men and women, is in Premiata; the men's selection is in Premiata men's. If you're comparing brands, you'll find other women's sneakers in women's sneakers, and the full footwear department in women's shoes.

Frequently asked questions

How do Premiata women's sneakers fit?

They fit true to size: these are lace-up sneakers, and sizing down isn't necessary; it compresses your toes without making the fit any snugger. The point to watch isn't the length but the instep, because the thick sole makes the fit stiffer for the first few days. If you have a high instep, half a size up makes a difference.

Does the UK/US conversion in the Premiata size chart also apply to women's styles?

Only up to size 37.5. Premiata publishes one size chart: sizes EU 36 to 37.5 are marked «(W)» for women's sizing, but from EU 38 upward, the published UK/US equivalents are men's and are also used for women's styles. From size 38 up, it's best to go by centimeters rather than UK/US sizes.

What's the difference between Bethcoin, Micol, and Lucyd?

Three heights, three personalities. The Micol is the platform style, with a double-layer sole and the most noticeable lift. Bethcoin is somewhere in between, with its mix of leather and fabric and glittering details, and it's the family we have the widest selection of. Lucyd is the cleanest and lightest option, worth considering if a high sole isn't the reason you're buying.

Can the markings on the sole be washed?

It's best not to. The markings are printed on the rubber midsole, not engraved: an abrasive sponge or whitening product will fade them in just a few strokes. Lukewarm water, mild soap, and a soft toothbrush remove dirt without affecting the print, the signature detail that makes the model recognizable.

How can you wear Premiata animal print without overdoing it?

Treat them as the statement piece they are. The print is on the upper and the sole stays neutral, so keep the rest simple: dark jeans or solid-color trousers, a plain sweater, and a coat without patterns. L's mistake is pairing them with a bag or belt in another print.

Are the Premiata sneakers you sell authentic?

Yes, 100%. Vittorio Citro is an authorized Premiata retailer: every pair comes from the brand in its original packaging with a certificate of authenticity. Shipping is free in Italy on orders over €149, and returns are free within 30 days.