Description

Wedding Gift

Ceramic Stiletto Shoe

The Story Behind the Shoe

Malcolm is immensely proud to bring the Stiletto Shoe ceramic sculpture to life. There is truly nothing else like it—creating this piece requires immense skill, patience, and experience. With over 50 years in the ceramics industry, Malcolm has the expertise to craft a sculpture with perfect balance, careful proportions, and a flawless finish.

From the very beginning, the Stiletto Shoe presented a real challenge. The original sculptural model tested the limits of design, especially in balancing the heel’s weight with its structural strength. Achieving a form that was both elegant and stable required countless adjustments and refinements. Malcolm went through many trial production firings, each revealing how the clay responded to heat and how the glazes behaved during firing. After this iterative process, he achieved a sculpture that perfectly balances beauty, proportion, and durability.

Every material was carefully considered. The clay and glazes were sourced from Stoke-on-Trent and chosen specifically for this project. The iconic red sole is built up layer by layer, with three underglazes followed by three top glazes, each applied entirely by hand with a fine brush. This ensures a consistently vibrant colour across every Stiletto Shoe.

Beyond its striking visual impact, Malcolm wanted the shoe to be playful and functional. Could it actually be used? After testing, the answer was yes. The shoe is fully capable of holding tea or toasting Champagne at a wedding!

Wedding Gift – Product Features

British-made – Every ceramic piece at Hague Ceramics is handcrafted entirely in Staffordshire by designer and ceramist Malcolm Hague.

Fully handmade with care – Malcolm shapes, glazes, and fires each sculpture by hand in his studio in Staffordshire, giving careful attention to every part of the process. This hands-on approach ensures each piece meets high-quality standards.

Locally sourced – The clay and glazes used in each piece are sourced from Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, supporting local artisans and suppliers in a region known for its ceramic heritage.

High-quality British materials – Only the finest British clay and glazes are used, chosen for their durability and ability to create long lasting, beautiful ceramics.

Perfect for special occasions – You won’t find our ceramic Stiletto Shoes anywhere else, making them the perfect wedding gift, anniversary gift or decorative ornament for your home.

Wedding Gift – Care

Our Stiletto Shoes are carefully handmade and high-fired, giving them durability while keeping the integrity of the design. Each piece is handcrafted with attention to detail and made to last. They can be gently cleaned to maintain their finish. Like all ceramic pieces, they should be handled with care to avoid chips or cracks, especially if knocked against hard surfaces.

Delivery and Packaging

Each Stiletto Shoe is carefully packaged to protect it during transit. As a handmade ceramic piece, it is fragile, so we take extra care with padding and secure packaging to ensure it arrives to you safely.

EU/International Orders

We ship worldwide. Each piece is carefully packaged to protect it during transit, as it is a fragile, handmade ceramic sculpture. Please handle your package gently upon arrival.

For international orders, customers are responsible for any import fees, taxes, or customs charges required by their country.