After working for high profile fashion houses including Calvin Klein and Christian Dior, Diana Broussard started her own line under her name in 2001. For the chic, urban female, Broussard creates her collections with the finest materials coupled with intricate, unexpected detailing and a sincere respect for Italian craftsmanship. Broussard is not solely a shoe designer, but also designs fabulous gems in her jewelry collection, and stunning intimates pieces. True shoe lovers know the Diana Broussard name stands for phenomenally designed, unique, aesthetically pleasing shoes that are elegant classics that can be worn for the everyday. From lingerie to jewels to shoes, Broussard is a designer to watch, as she plans to continue expanding her namesake line. Diana Broussard took the time to speak with The Shoe Goddess about her most recent collection, and her passion for shoes, and we couldn’t be more excited to introduce you all to Diana Broussard, designer extraordinaire.

The Shoe Goddess: When did you first become interested in shoes?

Diana Broussard: I cannot remember when I didn’t love shoes….

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TSG: Who or what inspires you most?

DB: Leather, and sole constructions inspire me as well as the idea of a shoe silhouette to complete a clothing ensemble.


TSG: What is your typical day like?

DB: The morning before noon is spent in contact with the Italian factories, middle of the day is juggling design, store and all else….
TSG: Can a woman ever have too many shoes?

DB: A woman only needs three or four perfect shoes per season.


TSG: How did your past experiences help you in starting your own line?

DB: I worked for large well-run designer companies, and every part of that experience is utilized. The more expensive a product is, the more hands-on is the design process to make that item.
TSG: Talk about the inspiration for your latest line.

DB: Designing for the urban woman, using more natural leathers and chain and metal embroideries, inspired by my lingerie and gem line.

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TSG: What shoe must every woman have in her closet?

DB: Gorgeous pumps.
TSG: If you could bring only one pair of shoes on your next trip, what would they be?

DB: Gorgeous black pumps that work with a skirt or skinny pant.


TSG: What shoes are you wearing now?

DB: Black front zip ankle boots.
TSG: Which shoe designer has inspired you the most?

DB: Roger Vivier, Massaro
TSG: What inspired you to expand your line beyond footwear?

DB: I have always designed other products, and I like the concept of one of my necklaces worn with one of my shoes to ground the ready-to-wear look.  The accessory becomes the focus of the outfit, head to toe.

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TSG: You have a jewelry and intimates collection – any thoughts of expanding your collection further?

DB: Handbags, perfume…and more to come.
TSG: How did you come about deciding to start other accessories lines after shoes?

DB: I had designed men’s small leather goods in addition to women’s shoes at Dior, and I had originally designed Calvin Klein underwear so it all made sense to me….
TSG: What is more important in a woman’s wardrobe – shoes or jewels?

DB: Shoes are necessary, gems enhance.
TSG: What celebrity would you absolutely love to see in your shoes?

DB: It makes me happy to see my shoes on a “normal” woman or a celebrity, when I know that I have given her a new attitude about how powerful and pretty she can feel.

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