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About
Argentine entrepreneur and master shoemaker known for running the business El Tranquito and for creating handmade and made-to-measure equestrian boots, polo boots, and leather alpargatas. He is especially well known for preserving traditional shoemaking techniques while building a large social media following of over 220,000 Instagram followers.
Before fame
His interest in shoemaking started from a young age after being influenced by his father's work. He initially pursued a different career path. He had stable job outside the trade, but he made the decision to pursue shoemaking full time in 2008. He began sharing content on Instagram in the early 2020s. His work gained international attention after he made boots for Edinson Cavani in June 2024.
Trivia
His handcrafted boots can take up to 90 days to complete. He made shoes for soccer player Oscar Ustari in January 2026. He founded his shoemaking business around 2008 which would eventually be known as El Tranquito. His early years were marked by major challenges including the loss of a workshop to a fire and later the economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Family life
He was born and raised in Olavarría, Buenos Aires, Argentina. His father worked for nearly 50 years as a neighborhood shoemaker primarily repairing footwear. He has a brother who encouraged him to pursue shoemaking full-time in 2008. He is a father.
Associated with
He crafted shoes for Edinson Cavani in 2024 which helped boost his online following and his business reputation.
