Maison Kitsuné, a clothing and music label that prides itself on strong Parisian roots, is applying its classic Gallic persona to accessories, beginning with footwear for fall. The inaugural collection features four women’s styles — two fl ats, one boot, and one pair of heels — and will retail exclusively in Maison Kitsuné stores starting in October. The label’s previous footwear offerings — aside from a single tennis-style sneaker — were produced in collaboration with French brands including Pierre Hardy and Michel Vivien. “It’s really completing the look and giving a wider perspective to the brand. I think you are a true clothes label when you have shoes — they are really important,” said Gildas Loaëc, who cofounded the brand with Masaya Kuroki. The shoes are expected to retail between $350 and $600, and they reflect the refined, collegiate style the brand is known for. A pair of ankle boots, furnished with a modest, pedestrian-friendly heel, will be offered in leather or pony hair. There’s also an anklestrap heel with a curt pointed toe, and two flat styles — a laceup oxford and a penny loafer. “We wanted to make something that is not trendy, that we could work with between different seasons and follow-up
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