There are moments as a brand that feel surreal; the kind you replay over and over because they remind you why you started in the first place.

For us at Hot Chocolate Design, one of those moments happened when the iconic Whoopi Goldberg selected our shoes as one of her favorite picks for Mother’s Day 2023.

Yes… that Whoopi.

The woman known for her fearless personality, unmistakable style, creativity, humor, and authenticity chose our designs to celebrate a holiday centered around individuality, love, and self-expression. It was a perfect match.

At Hot Chocolate Design, we believe shoes should do more than complete an outfit. They should tell a story. Every pair begins as an original illustration before becoming wearable art, designed for people who love standing out instead of blending in.

To see someone as unapologetically unique as Whoopi connect with our creations was incredibly meaningful to our entire team.