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Olivier Lei's Rotated Loafers Photo Captures Barcelona Bar

other · 2026-05-30

French photographer Olivier Lei, now based in Barcelona, captured a striking rotated image of his brand-new black loafers at a famous but unnamed bar in the city. The photo, titled 'Tilted shoes, 2025,' was shot on an iPhone 11. Lei, who usually wears white trainers or Vans for work, bought the loafers on sale for about $20. He noticed the composition while waiting for his una caña (small beer), with the red of his socks matching the bar's chairs and green providing contrast. Rotating the image made it more intriguing. Lei wears the loafers most days and is a EU size 42.

Key facts

  • Olivier Lei is a French photographer based in Barcelona.
  • The photo 'Tilted shoes, 2025' was shot on an iPhone 11.
  • Lei bought the black loafers on sale for about $20.
  • The bar location is kept secret but is described as famous in Barcelona.
  • The composition features red socks matching the chairs and green contrast.
  • Lei rotated the image to make it more intriguing.
  • Lei usually wears white trainers or Vans for work.
  • Lei wears the loafers most days and is EU size 42.

Entities

Artists

  • Olivier Lei

Locations

  • Barcelona
  • Spain

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