Isa Tapia: From Parsons to the Podium at Footwear News Achievement Awards

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Isa Tapia, one of ten CFDA 2014-2016 Fashion Incubator Program designers, started making shoes after an apprenticeship with Oscar de la Renta during her senior year at Parsons School of Design.

During this time, she fell in love with making shoes. Before she launched her namesake label in Spring 2012, Isa worked with various companies, designing handbags and accessories. Isa is focused on making shoes, inspired by her fast-paced life and the women around her.

Isa Tapia Shines at the 30th Annual Footwear News Achievement Awards in NYC

In December 2016, Isa Tapia was her brand’s best advertisement as she attended the 30th Annual Footwear News Achievement Awards in New York City.

Isa Tapia at the 30th Footwear News Achievement Awards in New York City, showcasing her unique fashion sense in a dramatic black ensemble and statement accessoriesIsa Tapia at the 30th Footwear News Achievement Awards in New York City, showcasing her unique fashion sense in a dramatic black ensemble and statement accessories on November 29, 2016 (Credit: Ivan Nikolov / WENN)

The New York-based shoe designer stepped out in a rather unflattering black dress with a cinched waist, long sleeves, and an ankle-length hem.

Isa styled the dramatic ensemble with two choker necklaces — a statement silver choker and a long fabric choker. She further accessorized with several bangles and statement rings and carried a black embellished purse.

Isa Tapia wearing Oriental-inspired Isa Tapia “Deia” bootiesIsa Tapia wearing Oriental-inspired Isa Tapia “Deia” booties (Credit: Ivan Nikolov / WENN)

Isa stepped out in a pair of shoes from her eponymous shoe line. She picked the “Deia” slingback booties, which featured multicolored oriental-inspired embroidery.

The shoes also have lace-up fastenings with pompom ends, pointed toes, and about 4.7-inch stiletto heels.

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Isa Tapia "Deia" Embroidered Lace-Up BootiesIsa Tapia “Deia” Embroidered Lace-Up Booties, $595