Elizabeth Rickard Shah is a luxury fashion designer with 25+ years of experience specializing in footwear, accessories, and high-end ready-to-wear. Extensive background designing for renowned houses including Giorgio Armani, Emilio Pucci, and James Perse.

Co-Founder of Careste, a women’s apparel brand structured around a proprietary, no-waste, zero-inventory supply chain model, and Co-Founder of Rickard Shah, a luxury footwear and handbag brand recognized for artisanal Italian craftsmanship.

Expert in creative leadership, technical footwear construction, and cross-functional collaboration with development teams and manufacturers, with a strong focus on sustainable practices, material responsibility, and thoughtful, purpose-driven design. Known for combining modern creativity with timeless elegance and a deep understanding of luxury brand DNA.

Born in the North East of England and educated in London, Elizabeth has built an international career shaped by living and working in Paris, Milan, New York, Florence, and Los Angeles, developing a body of work influenced by both European craft and global creative culture.

She currently resides in Paris with her family.

For any inquiries, feel free to contact her.