As a model, I’ve worn almost every kind of shoe you can imagine—sky-high heels that make your legs look a mile long, sleek leather boots that add sharpness to a look, and delicate flats that give off an air of understated elegance. But there’s something about the pieces from Ash that stand apart. They don’t just look good under the spotlight; they make sense when the lights go off and the day becomes about real walking, real living, and real comfort.
The first thing I noticed about Ash footwear is the fabric. I’ve always been sensitive to materials—maybe it comes with the job. You can tell instantly if a brand has taken shortcuts. With Ash, the leather feels supple without being flimsy, like it has lived a little before it reaches you, softened just enough to move with your feet. When I wore their sandals during a summer campaign, I remember thinking, “This doesn’t feel like a costume piece.” It felt wearable, like something I would actually keep and use long after the cameras stopped clicking.
The aesthetics are another reason I keep coming back. On the runway, visuals matter most—you need a shoe that captures light, holds shape, and adds a subtle drama without stealing the whole scene. Ash pieces are designed with that kind of balance. The edges, the studs, the unexpected cutouts—they carry an attitude, but never look forced. During fittings, I’d often catch stylists lingering a little longer over the Ash box, debating which look they wanted to pair them with. There’s this quiet confidence in their design that draws people in.
But comfort, I’ve learned, is the ultimate test. I still remember a shoot in Barcelona, in the middle of August, heat bouncing off the old stone streets. I was styled in a breezy white dress and a pair of ash sandals ireland. Usually, outdoor shoots like that mean blisters by midday—models learn to carry plasters everywhere. But to my surprise, those sandals held up beautifully. I walked cobbled alleys, climbed uneven staircases, posed against sunlit walls, and by the end of the day, my feet weren’t screaming at me. It’s rare to get style and comfort so seamlessly in one.
My personal style leans toward relaxed chic, pieces that let me move naturally without losing their edge. Ash fits into that perfectly. I love how their sandals, especially, don’t try too hard—they just are. They give me the freedom to pair them with flowy dresses, tailored shorts, or even a sharp blazer for contrast. They transform depending on what you wear them with, and that versatility has become something I rely on. As someone constantly jumping between shoots, meetings, and personal time, I can’t afford to have shoes that only fit one occasion.
One particular moment still makes me smile. After a long day of work, I met up with a few friends at a rooftop bar. I didn’t bother changing out of my Ash sandals from the shoot because, frankly, I didn’t feel the need to. Halfway through the evening, one of my friends leaned over and asked, “Where did you get those? They’re perfect.” For me, that was proof that Ash works not just under the lens, but under the city lights too.
The brand has become one of those rare names that earns a permanent spot in my wardrobe, not just because of its reputation, but because I’ve lived real moments in their shoes—moments that go far beyond the runway.