Taschen "Shoes A–Z. 45th Ed." - product description "Shoes A-Z," a unique compendium of knowledge published to celebrate Taschen 's anniversary, invites you inside one of the world's most coveted wardrobes—the permanent collection of the Museum at the Fashion Institute of Technology FIT . This 512-page publication celebrates footwear as an object of desire, a sculpture, and a mirror of social change over the past four centuries. The book presents over 400 designs from some of the most revolutionary fashion houses, including Christian Louboutin, Manolo Blahník, Chanel, Gucci, and Roger Vivier . Expert texts by Valerie Steele and Daphne Guinness explore the heritage of individual brands and the cultural impact of footwear on perceptions of power and wealth. The book is enriched by unique sketches, archival advertisements, and illustrated portraits of designers by Robert Nippoldt. Discover the fascinating history of an accessory that can be both an ordinary object and a work of art. Also, check out other fashion albums and books available in our collection . Editors and Authors - Colleen Hill, Valerie Steele Publisher - Taschen Hardcover , 512 pages Language - English An exclusive look at one of the world's largest footwear collections at the Museum at FIT A presentation of over 400 shoe models from the 17th century to the present day. A look at designs from fashion icons: Ferragamo, Saint Laurent, Louis Vuitton and many more Rich visual documentation: original sketches, archival photographs and advertisements Substantive essays prepared by leading fashion history researchers Unique designer portrait illustrations created by Robert Nippoldt Compact and durable format from the anniversary series: 15.6 x 21.7 cm Weight: 1.14 kg - a solid portion of knowledge and inspiration for every design lover
