About this tour
Work with a Paris-based designer whose background spans Chanel, Hermès and Balmain to customise your own trainers over three hours. You'll apply paint and embellishments worth around €85, guided by someone who's dressed everyone from Lady Gaga to thousands of guests seeking bespoke footwear. The studio sits within easy reach of public transport, making it accessible whether you're a seasoned crafter or picking up a brush for the first time.
Highlights
- Design trainers with a former luxury house pattern-maker
- Materials and paints valued at approximately €85 included
- Take home wearable art you've created yourself
- Coffee and tea on tap throughout the session
- Central Paris location, accessible by Metro and bus
- No prior art or design experience required
What to expect
You'll arrive at the studio and settle in with refreshments whilst the founder walks you through design fundamentals drawn from years working in haute couture. The next two hours involve selecting colours, sketching ideas directly onto your trainers, and applying paints and accessories under guidance. Expect to get your hands genuinely dirty—this isn't a passive demonstration but a hands-on creation where your choices drive the outcome. By the end, you'll have a pair of trainers that reflect your taste, not a factory template.
Good to know
Wear clothes you don't mind getting paint on. The studio is near public transport if you're travelling light. Allow extra time if you're indecisive about design—three hours moves quickly once you start working.
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