Legendary footwear designer Manolo Blahnik is set to be honored at the latest edition of the Cordwainers Footwear Awards next month. According to the event organizers, Blahnik will receive the prestigious Sue Saunders Award for Excellence, awarded by nomination to an individual who has made an outstanding contribution to the footwear trade. Manolo Blahnik ’s chief executive officer Kristina Blahnik will be present to collect the award on his behalf, organizers said. Slated to take place on June 11 at Saddlers’ Hall in London, this year’s event has brought together footwear names, designers and influencers from across the industry including Patrick Cox; Kinky Boots shoemaker Thomas Rowe; and King of Trainers, Franklin Boateng, alongside leading designers from Clarks, Cheaney, Paul Smith and Represent. Samuel D’Avoine of Represent will offer this year’s inspirational address to the student finalists.…