A new women's shoeshop opened in Richmond this morning (Saturday, December 12).

Carl Scarpa is a luxury boutique selling leather-lined boots and shoes.

It has now made George Street in Richmond its first London store.

Andrea Branzei from the company's offices in Milan, where its shoes are designed using super soft leathers, has flown over to launch the shop.

"A name synonymous with quality and style, Carl Scarpa has been leading the way in sophisticated footwear for over 40 years," the company says.

"We believe that great footwear is the cornerstone of any stylish outfit and we strive to ensure our designs are eye-catching, beautifully crafted, fashion-forward and full of great design details."

The Richmond store will be managed by Charlene Craig.

A warm welcome to Charlene, Andrea and the Carl Scarpa team.