LIFE WELL WORN // SAIGON
Slash in Brackets’ debut collection comes alive in Saigon, now known as Ho Chi Minh City, a place where scooters race the sunrise, alleys glow with drifting light and the scent of cà phê clings to the air. The city itself becomes a companion, setting the pace for every step.
Through the campaign, two strangers wander the streets, drawn together not by plan but by the city’s restless energy. Their story isn’t scripted, it’s found in fleeting glances, shared laughter and the quiet ease of exploring side by side.
Muted earth tones anchor the collection, interrupted by a flash of Vietnamese red, bold as a passing scooter, alive as the city itself, and balanced with butter-stone shade soft as morning light. Classic silhouettes carry the weight of craft yet move with a freshness that belongs entirely to today. This collection is both a journey and an invitation to step into the unfamiliar, to connect without reason and to discover that true luxury lies in how we move through the world and who we meet along the way.
Produced by 331ACreative
Art Director : Jess Huynh
Photography : Anh Quan Nguyen
Stylist : Jess Huynh
Retoucher : Thanh Dat
Set Assistants : Thanh Dat, Suzie, Mai Cam
Models : Anthony Hoang & Mango Nguyen
SHOP THE COLLECTION
DANDY
INR 18,900Dandy is a longwing derby brogue that bridges classic formality with modern edge. Cut from structured yet supple leather with a soft leather lining, it sits on an all-round thick welt and a hand-dyed Argentinian leather sole.
Pair Dandy with relaxed tailoring or wide-leg trousers. Think streetwear, but polished.
Each pair is entirely handmade in New Delhi by master artisans. Slash in Brackets proudly supports responsible leather tanning through the Leather Working Group.
SEPTEMBER
INR 7,900A squared open-toe d’Orsay sandal with slim straps and a hidden elastic makes sliding in effortless, while a high-density natural rubber sole keeps things light and flexible. Heel height: 1.25-inch.
Like its namesake month, September feels fresh and full of possibility. Dress it up with a sundress, or pair with tailored shorts. Feminine, functional and just the right amount of playful.
Each pair is entirely handmade in New Delhi by master artisans. Slash in Brackets proudly supports responsible leather tanning through the Leather Working Group.
DELHI
INR 12,900A squared open-toe slip-on elevated on our 3-inch signature slash heel and finished with a tonal plain welt. Designed with a cut-out detail, it’s minimal in form yet sculptural in presence.
Named after the city itself, Delhi reflects a place that’s restless, layered and impossible to ignore. A shoe built for standing tall, whether in the middle of the chaos or above it.
Each pair is entirely handmade in New Delhi by master artisans. Slash in Brackets proudly supports responsible leather tanning through the Leather Working Group.
DELHI
INR 12,900A squared open-toe slip-on elevated on our 3-inch signature slash heel and finished with a tonal plain welt. Designed with a cut-out detail, it’s minimal in form yet sculptural in presence.
Named after the city itself, Delhi reflects a place that’s restless, layered and impossible to ignore. A shoe built for standing tall, whether in the middle of the chaos or above it.
Each pair is entirely handmade in New Delhi by master artisans. Slash in Brackets proudly supports responsible leather tanning through the Leather Working Group.
XAN
INR 12,900Xan takes the derby off-script. A rounded toe and thick welt keep it grounded, while a single set of pyramid eyelets flips tradition on its head. It’s the kind of shoe that holds its own with wide, washed-out jeans and a boxy lapel-collar shirt. Classic at first glance, subversive on closer look.
Each pair is entirely handmade in New Delhi by master artisans. Slash in Brackets proudly supports responsible leather tanning through the Leather Working Group.
XAN
INR 12,900Xan takes the derby off-script. A rounded toe and thick welt keep it grounded, while a single set of pyramid eyelets flips tradition on its head. It’s the kind of shoe that holds its own with wide, washed-out jeans and a boxy lapel-collar shirt. Classic at first glance, subversive on closer look.
Each pair is entirely handmade in New Delhi by master artisans. Slash in Brackets proudly supports responsible leather tanning through the Leather Working Group.
DANDY
Dandy is a longwing derby brogue that bridges classic formality with modern edge. Cut from structured yet supple leather with a soft leather lining, it sits on an all-round thick welt and a hand-dyed Argentinian leather sole.
Pair Dandy with relaxed tailoring or wide-leg trousers. Think streetwear, but polished.
Each pair is entirely handmade in New Delhi by master artisans. Slash in Brackets proudly supports responsible leather tanning through the Leather Working Group.
SEPTEMBER
INR 7,900A squared open-toe d’Orsay sandal with slim straps and a hidden elastic makes sliding in effortless, while a high-density natural rubber sole keeps things light and flexible. Heel height: 1.25-inch.
Like its namesake month, September feels fresh and full of possibility. Dress it up with a sundress, or pair with tailored shorts. Feminine, functional and just the right amount of playful.
Each pair is entirely handmade in New Delhi by master artisans. Slash in Brackets proudly supports responsible leather tanning through the Leather Working Group.
BOND
INR 12,900Bond takes the penny loafer off campus and onto the street. Its slender frame is grounded with a chunky welt, cut in structured leather with soft lining and a hand-dyed Argentinian leather sole.
Feels right at home with a pair of pleated trousers and a knit polo, bringing an easy refinement to everyday dressing.
Each pair is entirely handmade in New Delhi by master artisans. Slash in Brackets proudly supports responsible leather tanning through the Leather Working Group.
BOND
INR 12,900Bond takes the penny loafer off campus and onto the street. Its slender frame is grounded with a chunky welt, cut in structured leather with soft lining and a hand-dyed Argentinian leather sole.
Feels right at home with a pair of pleated trousers and a knit polo, bringing an easy refinement to everyday dressing.
Each pair is entirely handmade in New Delhi by master artisans. Slash in Brackets proudly supports responsible leather tanning through the Leather Working Group.
FOUNDER
INR 14,900A Mary Jane mule with a squared moc toe and a hand-sewn apron. Cut from structured yet supple calf leather and set on our signature 3-inch slash block heel, it’s defined by both clarity and craft. Strong lines, grounded design and a heel that means business. Founder is built for women who carry a lot yet enter every room with presence. This is power, pared back.
Each pair is entirely handmade in New Delhi by master artisans. Slash in Brackets proudly supports responsible leather tanning through the Leather Working Group.
FOUNDER
INR 14,900A Mary Jane mule with a squared moc toe and a hand-sewn apron. Cut from structured yet supple calf leather and set on our signature 3-inch slash block heel, it’s defined by both clarity and craft. Strong lines, grounded design and a heel that means business. Founder is built for women who carry a lot yet enter every room with presence. This is power, pared back.
Each pair is entirely handmade in New Delhi by master artisans. Slash in Brackets proudly supports responsible leather tanning through the Leather Working Group.
HONGDAE
INR 14,900A modern reinterpretation of two icons- the loafer and the mule. Hongdae is crafted in structured leather, balanced on a block heel, and finished with a chunky yet ultra-flexible Argentinian leather sole. Left completely undyed, the Argentinian leather retains its natural pinkish tone, an intentional detail that sets the shoe apart with a subtle, striking contrast.
Just like its namesake neighbourhood, Hongdae is made for city pace and creative living. Busy streets, coffee runs, gallery visits and everyday adventures.
Each pair is entirely handmade in New Delhi by master artisans. Slash in Brackets proudly supports responsible leather tanning through the Leather Working Group.
HONGDAE
INR 14,900A modern reinterpretation of two icons- the loafer and the mule. Hongdae is crafted in structured leather, balanced on a block heel, and finished with a chunky yet ultra-flexible Argentinian leather sole. Left completely undyed, the Argentinian leather retains its natural pinkish tone, an intentional detail that sets the shoe apart with a subtle, striking contrast.
Just like its namesake neighbourhood, Hongdae is made for city pace and creative living. Busy streets, coffee runs, gallery visits and everyday adventures.
Each pair is entirely handmade in New Delhi by master artisans. Slash in Brackets proudly supports responsible leather tanning through the Leather Working Group.
KEANU
INR 14,900Tyrolean lace-up shoe built for city traction. Keanu’s moc-toe upper is cut from supple leather and sits on a compact rubber sole engineered for grip and resilience, finding the sweet spot between nonchalant and precise.
Works well with relaxed denim and an oversized shirt. Effortless for the street, precise enough for the city.
Each pair is entirely handmade in New Delhi by master artisans. Slash in Brackets proudly supports responsible leather tanning through the Leather Working Group.
KEANU
INR 14,900Tyrolean lace-up shoe built for city traction. Keanu’s moc-toe upper is cut from supple leather and sits on a compact rubber sole engineered for grip and resilience, finding the sweet spot between nonchalant and precise.
Works well with relaxed denim and an oversized shirt. Effortless for the street, precise enough for the city.
Each pair is entirely handmade in New Delhi by master artisans. Slash in Brackets proudly supports responsible leather tanning through the Leather Working Group.
DANDY
Dandy is a longwing derby brogue that bridges classic formality with modern edge. Cut from structured yet supple leather with a soft leather lining, it sits on an all-round thick welt and a hand-dyed Argentinian leather sole.
Pair Dandy with relaxed tailoring or wide-leg trousers. Think streetwear, but polished.
Each pair is entirely handmade in New Delhi by master artisans. Slash in Brackets proudly supports responsible leather tanning through the Leather Working Group.
SOI
INR 13,900Soi is a classic penny loafer defined by a raised apron seam hand-sewn across the saddle, and a perfectly balanced 1.25-inch block heel. Soft leather lining ensures lasting comfort and durability. The upper rests on an Argentinian leather sole, featuring a thick welt for a bold, contemporary silhouette.
Named after Thailand’s bustling side streets, Soi captures the same effortless flow. Sharp with tailored trousers by day, refined with a midi dress by night. Equally striking with or without socks.
Each pair is entirely handmade in New Delhi by master artisans. Slash in Brackets proudly supports responsible leather tanning through the Leather Working Group.
SOI
INR 13,900Soi is a classic penny loafer defined by a raised apron seam hand-sewn across the saddle, and a perfectly balanced 1.25-inch block heel. Soft leather lining ensures lasting comfort and durability. The upper rests on an Argentinian leather sole, featuring a thick welt for a bold, contemporary silhouette.
Named after Thailand’s bustling side streets, Soi captures the same effortless flow. Sharp with tailored trousers by day, refined with a midi dress by night. Equally striking with or without socks.
Each pair is entirely handmade in New Delhi by master artisans. Slash in Brackets proudly supports responsible leather tanning through the Leather Working Group.
EXPERIMENT
INR 14,900A squared-toe slingback mule with a continuous topline that forms the brand’s namesake slash, finished with an all-round plain welt and elastic detailing on the backstrap. Set on a 1.25-inch block heel with a high-density natural rubber sole.
On closer look, the pair is intentionally asymmetrical. When placed together, the shoes create a diagonal slash.
This shoe is an experiment in design and craft, realised with remarkable precision.
Each pair is entirely handmade in New Delhi by master artisans. Slash in Brackets proudly supports responsible leather tanning through the Leather Working Group.