Skorpios

What Skorpios does

Maison Skorpios is a Paris-based luxury women's footwear brand founded in 2020/2021 by Mexican entrepreneur Adriana Abascal. The company designs, sources from Italian artisan workshops, and sells premium boots, ankle boots, western boots, over-the-knee boots, sandals, mules, flats, loafers, Mary Janes, and leather belts targeted at affluent fashion-conscious women worldwide. Its core technical and design assets are an iconic seamless knee-high boot construction, a signature golden S-logo adornment, and proprietary embossed leathers including Borgia floral calfskin and Maca motifs inspired by Andalusian architecture.

The product portfolio is anchored by the Adriana knee-high boot and extends through variations such as Adry (lower heel), Carolina (couture stitching), Marylin (over-the-knee), Sienna (western), and complementary categories (Gaby, Gabriella, Alexandra ankle boots; Carla, Valentina, Bianca sandals; Annabelle Maca mules; Jane Mary Janes; Blair loafers; Plume and Casual belts). All products are crafted in Italy from nappa, suede, embossed calfskin, patent leather, and shearling, priced from approximately $405 (belts) to over $2,200 (premium boots).

The business model is direct-to-consumer e-commerce at maisonskorpios.com, augmented by select authorized physical stockists. The company supports 28+ currencies and three languages, offers free worldwide shipping, and provides installment payment options. Marketing is digital-first, emphasizing founder storytelling (The Soul of Skorpios), craftsmanship content (Savoir-Faire), email capture with a 15% sign-up incentive, and organic social presence on Instagram, Facebook, and Pinterest. The company is privately held with 11-50 employees, no disclosed funding, no patents, and no AI/ML capabilities in evidence.

Name

Skorpios

Legal name

Maison Skorpios

Website

https://maisonskorpios.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2021

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Maison Skorpios is a Paris-based luxury women's footwear brand founded in 2020/2021 by Adriana Abascal, designing Italian-crafted premium boots, shoes, and belts sold worldwide via direct-to-consumer e-commerce and select stockists, targeting affluent fashion-conscious women.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Luxury Footwear

NAICS

Footwear Manufacturing (3162), Shoe Retailers (45821)

SIC

Footwear, (No Rubber) (3140), Retail-Shoe Stores (5661)

akta.pro primary industry

Luxury & Designer Footwear (CRAAACAI)

akta.pro secondary industries

Luxury Footwear (CRAKAFAD), Luxury & Designer Footwear Retail (CRAAADAH)

Keywords

• Luxury footwear
• Designer boots
• Italian craftsmanship
• Leather accessories
• Direct-to-consumer fashion

Headquarters

HQ city

Paris

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Luxury footwear and accessory sales: Maison Skorpios generates revenue through direct sales of luxury women's boots, ankle boots, sandals, mules, flats, loafers, Mary Janes, and leather belts. Products are sold at premium price points ranging from approximately $400 to over $2,000, with purchases made directly through the e-commerce platform. The brand offers free worldwide shipping and accepts installment payments.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Maison Skorpios designs, manufactures, and sells luxury Italian-crafted women's footwear and leather accessories, with a flagship focus on the iconic knee-high Adriana boot. The product range spans knee-high boots, ankle boots, west boots, over-the-knee boots, sandals, mules, Mary Janes, loafers, and leather belts, offered at premium price points from approximately $405 to over $2,100. The brand sells directly to consumers worldwide through its e-commerce platform and select stockists, with free global shipping and installment payment options.

Product overview

Maison Skorpios is a luxury footwear brand founded in 2021 by Adriana Abascal, specializing in high-end leather boots, shoes, and belts crafted in Italy. The product portfolio centers on the iconic Adriana boot (knee-high with 9cm heel) and includes variations like Adry (mid-heel), Carolina (couture with signature stitching), and Sienna (western-inspired). The collection extends to ankle boots (Gaby, Gabriella, Alexandra), over-the-knee boots (Marylin), sandals (Carla, Valentina, Bianca), mules (Annabelle Maca), Mary Janes (Jane), loafers (Blair), and luxury belts. All products feature Italian craftsmanship with signature golden adornments, crafted from premium leathers including nappa, suede, patent leather, and floral-embossed Borgia leather.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Adriana Boot Iconic knee-high boot with feminine round toe, 9 cm heel, and signature golden adornment, made from supple nappa leather in various colors including black, cognac, beige, red, bottle green, and metallic gold. Designed for affluent fashion-conscious women seeking statement luxury footwear.
• Luxury Boots Collection Comprehensive boot collection including thigh-highs, ankle boots, and west boots, crafted in Italy with iconic silhouettes and seasonal reinventions. Priced from $1,170 to $2,200 USD.
• Ankle Boots Women's luxury ankle boots crafted in Italy with elegant designs, mid or high heels, in leather, suede, or patent leather. Priced from $1,320 to $1,460 USD.
• West Boots Artisanal luxury western boots made of leather or soft suede with lasting sole construction, featuring patinated finish giving unique vintage character. Priced from $1,170 to $1,460 USD.
• Over-the-Knee Boots Thigh-high boots including Adriana, Piper, Borgia, and Marylin models, crafted in luxurious suede with feminine round toe and signature golden adornment, designed to create a feminine, confident and timeless allure.
• Sandals Summer footwear including Carla (low-heel multi-strap), Valentina (9 cm heel with Andalusian-inspired embossed motifs), and Bianca (flat sandals with emblematic metal scorpion). Priced from $730 to $875 USD.
• Mules Mules including Annabelle Maca with 9 cm heel adorned with Maca embossed leather inspired by Andalusian architecture, available in cognac nappa, beige glazed leather, burgundy, and denim. Priced at $875 USD.
• Mary Janes (Jane) Mary Jane shoe inspired by the iconic seamless boot, featuring feminine rounded toe and comfortable block heel, crafted from glossy or laminated leather in sophisticated shades. Priced at $800 USD.
• Loafers (Blair) Loafer reinterpreting a wardrobe classic, available in Blair London (Piper leather in black, chocolate brown, golden brown) and Blair Aspen (with shearling panel for warmth). Priced at $855 USD.
• Leather Belts Luxury belts crafted in Italy featuring golden brass buckle, available in two lines: Plume (feather-shaped buckle) and Casual (rectangular buckle). Made in various leather types including glazed calfskin, caviar grain, and suede. Priced from $405 to $420 USD.
• Summer Boots Curated selection of summer boots offering a lighter, sophisticated take on warm-weather dressing with elegant high heels or low heels and soft breathable leather.
• The Summer Edit (Spring/Summer 2026 Collection) Spring/Summer 2026 collection featuring sandals, mules, and Mary Janes (babies) defined by Italian craftsmanship, released as a seasonal curated selection.

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

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Feature4 records

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Jimmy Choo: Global luxury footwear brand with a deep boots and occasion-shoe assortment sold DTC and through department stores; directly comparable on target customer, price tier, and product categories.
• Aquazzura: Italian-crafted luxury women's shoe brand with a strong boots and heels assortment and a global DTC e-commerce business; competes for the same affluent, fashion-forward customer and operates with a similar direct-to-consumer model.
• Paris Texas: Italian-made luxury women's footwear brand with a boots-led assortment and strong DTC presence; directly comparable to Maison Skorpios on craftsmanship positioning, target customer (affluent fashion-conscious women), and product mix (boots, sandals, mules).
• Christian Louboutin: Iconic luxury French footwear brand with signature red sole and strong boots and heels assortment; competes for the same affluent women's boot occasion and operates both DTC and global retail.
• Manolo Blahnik: Heritage luxury footwear house with strong boots, pumps, and flats; comparable on premium pricing, designer-led brand identity, and affluent customer focus.
• Gianvito Rossi: Italian luxury women's footwear brand founded by a designer with a strong point of view, sold through DTC and selective wholesale at premium prices; comparable on craftsmanship heritage, category focus, and premium DTC positioning.

Broad incumbents

• Saint Laurent: Heritage luxury house whose boots (notably the knee-high and western styles) are signature products and a key revenue driver; competes for the same customer's luxury boot wallet while operating at much greater scale and category breadth.
• Hermès: Heritage luxury maison with leather goods, footwear (including iconic boots), and accessories; competes for the same affluent customer's wardrobe share and operates an extensive retail network alongside DTC.

Emerging players

• Schutz: Brazilian-origin accessible-luxury women's footwear brand with a boots-heavy lineup and strong digital presence; comparable on DTC-led model and women's boots focus, though operating at lower price points than Maison Skorpios.
• Amina Muaddi: Independent luxury women's footwear brand with a boots and heels assortment, designer-led identity, and global DTC; comparable to Maison Skorpios as a relatively young independent label building a luxury footwear franchise.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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