Soft faux shearling offers a cozy slipper feel with double buckle accents, while Ash's signature studs trim the footbed edge. Soft faux shearling offers a cozy slipper feel with double buckle accents, while Ash's signature studs trim the footbed edge. Founded in 2000 by French shoe designer Patrick Ithier and Italian entrepreneur Leonello Calvani, ASH combines French flair with Italian-heritage design.