Cocorose London

"Large streams from little fountains flow, Tall oaks from little acorns grow."
Such a beautiful quote and so true. But we've become such an impatient bunch haven't we, wanting things at the snap of our fingers!
As a brand, we've been around for the past 12 years. Long time compared to some. And nothing compared to many. But long enough to know that to build a sustainable brand takes time. So much time, passion and commitment. And what for, we hear you ask. Because ultimately,... a brand is nothing without building trust, integrity, respect and loyalty from their customers. And this, we believe, doesn't happen overnight.
Do you believe in overnight success?
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Lightweight. Stylish. Flexible. And suuuper comfortable. Our Harrow Leopard & Black ballerinas are perfect for yummy mummies and their precious cargo 😍🤗
We know that when you've got a little one, time is precious, so you need to be able to get ready in double quick time! This means you need versatile and quality items that you can just pull on and go, confident in the knowledge that you'll look great and feel great.
If your LO enjoys movement, you'll probably be on your feet ...for a large part of the day too, so you need comfort, comfort and more comfort. It's a good thing then, that our ballerinas are meticulously handcrafted using the softest leathers to create beautiful footwear that flexes with the natural movement of your feet. With double cushioned insoles, pillowed Achilles Heels and a concealed wedge heel, these Harrow ballerinas are absolutely top notch 👌
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For all working mums out there, we salute you. This post, written by our @jananleo, is for you...
"Oh my goodness, total respect. I never appreciated how hard it is to manage work and baby before I had Elin. But how can you know what it's like until you live through it? Of course, I wouldn't change having Elin for the world... but just 5 minutes peace or the chance to enjoy a hot cup of tea would be so, SO lovely 🤣
As I write this, I've got a snoozing Elin on my arm so I can'...t move to get my laptop. Oh wait, why bother, as my lovely cherub managed to break it the day before! Yup, having spotted a new 'toy', Elin's little hands were all over it. And you know when you just can't prise their hands away from anything, no matter how hard you try? The screen just couldn't cope, it went black and flickered and, well, laptop no more!
Which is why the mobile phone is an absolute godsend for us working mumpreneurs. Business at your fingertips.
Speaking of which. Last week, Elin and I had just finished a 2 hour session at one of our local drop-in playgroup sessions. Two hours chasing after Elin non-stop is pretty tiring, so I desperately needed a coffee afterwards and Elin was also hungry. So in between feeding her the spag bol that I had prepared earlier, I also had to catch up on emails before the team left the office for the day. And then... I overheard the lady at the table next to me say to her husband, 'mums today just spend all their time on their phones.' 😱😱😱
I know it shouldn't have, but it really bothered me so that evening, I mentioned it to @garethaj who quite rightly said thank goodness for the mobile phone because it allows me to stay in touch and run the business which in turn employs people, helps the economy and, most importantly, gives me the freedom and time so I can spend these precious moments with my favourite little person, Elin ♥️
So, working mums, I totally get it and respect to you; you're doing amazingly well!
Btw, it's taken me all day to write this... Elin was snoozing on my arm this morning! 🤣"
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Wow. Hundreds of Nike trainers have been washing up on coast lines as wide apart as Bahamas, Brittany, Cornwall and Orkney. They believe they come from containers that were lost overboard during a storm off the east coast of the USA. While is an amazing lesson in understanding how tidal currents operate, this is another example of our impact on Marine Wildlife. Are Nike getting involved in the clean up? https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-48464664 #BBCNEWS #CocoroseLondon #OceanPlastics #WashedUpShoes

Happy Father's Day ♥️
Here's a little snap of our Elin and @garethaj enjoying a little cuddle 🤗
Everyday is Father's Day but may we wish everyone an extra special and extra happy day today🌹🌹🌹

Life is a juggling act, and a juggling act that should be enjoyed and loved.
Cocorose London was created for exactly this reason; to help make womens' 21st century lifestyles easier and more enjoyable.
By combining unbelievable comfort, beautiful style and portable convenience, Cocorose's shoes are designed to empower you.
... Nothing beats the feeling of feeling amazing, of feeling happy, and that is exactly what we set out to do every single day over 12 years ago.
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At Cocorose, we know that packing light can be tricky and shoes, with their odd and bulky shapes, tend to be the main culprits. But step this way, as Cocorose shoes are perfectly designed for your everyday travelling adventures.
Foldable, portable, lightweight, compact, versatile, stylish AND comfortable. Packing has never been more enjoyable.

The perfect travel shoes. Comfy, stylish, portable, foldable, versatile and compact. Hand luggage at the ready.

🎵We're painting the roses red 🎵 . Who remembers the part in Alice in Wonderland when the Queen is arriving and all her minions are desperately trying to paint all the white roses red? 🤣
Did you know that Alice's Adventures in Wonderland was performed by The Royal Ballet and was the inspiration for our Alice ballerinas?
... We've been collaborating with The Royal Ballet since 2012 and have designed a beautiful range of our signature, foldable ballerina shoes in partnership together.
The range currently includes our Alice, Perdita, Tatiana, Aurora and Juliet shoes. Fun, chic, sparkly, grown-up glamour for your feet. And they're super comfy too. Just ask the wonderful dancers from The Royal Ballet!
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Happy weekend Cocorosers! It's set to be a scorcher so as the temperature heats up, get your metropolitan spots on 🐆
These are our fabulous, fabulous leopard print loafers Clapham and Carnaby.
Ultra cool, insanely comfy and so stylishly on trend for busy, metropolitan lifestyles.
... Perfect paired with a wide brimmed sun hat and chilled glass of fizz. Cheers!
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Wowsers! Cocoroser and professional Pianist Nina gives us a wonderful, private concert. And, she tells us, all this whilst wearing her Clapham Grey loafers 😊 Bravo!

Here's a fabulous #throwbackthursday and #regram of gorgeous Cocoroser Jackie @townmouse.countrymouse heading to Ascot last summer wearing her timeless Harrow ballerinas.
Oh yes, the season has arrived… An endless whirl of summer’s social events where what you wear is just as important as the invitation…
From summer weddings to Graduation to the Queen’s Garden Party, and from Royal Ascot to Wimbledon to the Henley Royal Regatta, the social calendar calls for smart dressing an...d even smarter footwear that will have you still standing tall long past the reception welcome drinks.
By far, Royal Ascot is one of the most exciting racing events of the summer and getting dressed for the occasion calls for fabulous-ness and fun. There are strict dressing up protocols that reflect the tradition and history of Royal Ascot, including the requirement to wear a hat and that dresses are of a modest length.
The trick is to look effortlessly stylish but, as you’ll be on your feet for most of the day watching the races and cheering on your bet, having comfortable shoes is of the utmost importance. We totally understand the desire to wear heels and dress up your outfit so it’s vital that you take a pair of super stylish and comfortable, foldable flats to change into.
We love our Clapham loafers and Harrow ballerinas which can be paired with your outfit from the outset or folded into your handbag for instant comfort and style when the heels start to pinch.
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Is 'classic' just another word for boring? Not in this case!
Yes, this is a pair of classic black ballet flats but there's certainly nothing boring about them!
Firstly, there's a concealed wedge heel which gives extra height and even more comfort. Clever! And that's in addition to the double cushioned insoles and pillowed Achilles heels. Serious comfort like no other.
... Next, the leather is insanely soft. Like, really, really soft. And the patent black leather toe adds super smart shine. Making these perfect for work.
And let's not forget the hybrid nature of these flats. These are the everyday-wear flats that can also fold. So, so clever. So you can wear them as your normal flats because they're so well built or, if you want to wear heels and need a spare pair of flats to change into, these fold into their travel purse so you can easily carry them in your handbag or travel luggage.
Did we just say they fold into their travel purse? Oh yes! They come beautifully presented with a complimentary travel purse, so if you want to fold them, you can just pop them into the purse. So clever!
And as if all that isn't enough, there's also a satin shoulder bag stored in the purse's back pocket... so you can stylishly carry your heels once you swap over. Yes, we've thought of everything 😊
Compact. Portable. Functional. Comfortable. Stylish. Hybrid. So you can have your cake and eat it too! Happy Cocorosing 🌹♥️
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The Darling Buds of Cocorose
Did you know that every time you shop with us, you can collect points, or Rosebuds, as we like to call them?
You can collect as many Rosebuds as you like and spend them whenever you fancy a little treat! They won't expire (yes, you heard us... your Rosebuds won't expire!) and we certainly don't have any silly rules about when you can collect or use them!
... So, come the weekend or half term or Bank Holidays or peak rush hour or any other time, you can be sure that you'll be able to collect or spend your Rosebuds as you wish.
Just remember that you'll need to have an account with us and be logged in! Happy Cocorosing 🥀♥️
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Hurrah for the long weekend! If you've not yet had a chance to put your feet up and relax, then make sure you do, even if it's just for 5 minutes to enjoy a good cuppa.
We're all so busy multi-tasking and ticking off our to-do lists that we can so easily forget to take some much needed time out to look after ourselves ♥️🌹
Shown here is our fabulous Barnes ballerina in a super, on trend grey snake print. Beautifully designed and ridiculously comfortable, you can just sink into the cushioned, pillowed and padded soles and breathe a huge sigh of relief. Aaaahhhhh 😊

Happy Saturday Cocorosers!
We're #regramming this super fun pic from the wonderfully gorgeous @racheltoal wearing her starry Hoxton trainers in white and red.
We've almost sold out of these trainers but fear not - they'll be back soon! Just sign up to our email notification so you'll be the first to know when your size is back in stock.
... Alternatively, why not check out some of our other fabulous models, like the Hoxton black that was so effortlessly styled by Maria @thatgirlwiththebob recently. Or the incredibly chic leopard print sneakers like the ones that Lucy @lk_lipsticknlaces was wearing. We ♥️!
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Long-time Cocoroser and professional Pianist Nina shows off her sparkly Royal Ballet x Cocorose London Juliet loafers in between teaching piano lessons at Clifford Chance in Canary Wharf. . "Cocoroses are the BEST for the commute!! They make that long walk between the Northern and Jubilee line much more bearable and then I end up wearing them all day anyway because they're so pretty and suuuper comfy!" - Nina, Pianist

Cocorose London began with a single idea, and pioneered an entirely new category within the global footwear industry.
We like to think of ourselves as Innovators, and passionately believe in challenging our creativity and the industry, to stimulate interesting concepts and exceed expectations.
"When I first had the idea of creating foldable shoes, I was told by a number of industry professionals that it wasn't possible. This made me even more determined to bring my concept to... life and I stuck with my vision of creating beautiful, comfortable and functional foldable shoes. It's a good thing I was so determined, as I was also turned down by over 100 factories. But you know the saying. Where there's a will, there's a way. And guess what. Within a year of having my brilliant idea of inventing the foldable shoe, I launched it and brought it to market.
"Then, some years later, I was in Asia and I had one of the most bizarre and surreal experiences. I walked into a pretty well known, international brand's store and I immediately spotted their version of a foldable shoe. The sales lady then came up to me and started explaining the concept and how I could use the shoes for travelling, etc. All I could think was that I was being sold my own idea and invention! It was bizarre and I walked out of the store in a surreal daze. From being told it wasn't possible all those years ago, to then launching my product and brand which pioneered a new category internationally, to then being sold a version of it... how wonderfully fabulous and proud did I feel!"
- Janan Leo, Founder & Creative Director
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