Roger Vivier - Hardcover

Colombe Pringle

3.6

5 ratings by Goodreads

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 2843236754 ISBN 13: 9782843236754

Publisher: Assouline Publishing, 2005

View all copies of this ISBN edition:

The stiletto heel was created by Roger Vivier in 1954, its audaciously plunging lines designed to complement Christian Dior's collection Vivier was also the man who designed incredibly flattering and sexy vinyl thigh-high boots, as well as low-heel, square-toe pumps that lent urban Amazons their confident stride. His inspired innovations radicalized traditional techniques, as he mixed fabulous embroideries with clear plastic. Vivier persuaded leading manufacturers to accommodate his creative whims, without ever losing sight of his classical foundations. Known as the King of the Heel, this master of frivolity was always one step ahead of fashion.

"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.

Review:

"The interviews with select personalities and the accompanying text are wonderfully intertwined with the past and present, yet very much demonstrate the enduring influence of the designer and his body of work. The entire volume is gloriously flooded with original sketches, editorials, and photographs spanning over 60 years, most of which date from the time when Mr. Vivier was still active in the business...It is safe to say that what Harry Winston is to fine jewelry, Roger Vivier is to the business of shoe design." New York Journal of Books

..".not your typical retrospective work. Rather, it's more of a curated compilation of old-meets-new. "It's almost like a scrapbook..". Job well done." Style.com

..".a long and rich history, all documented in the new Rizzoli tome..." Fashionista.com

"The storied label's history is obviously rich, but along with archival magazine pages, scrapbook scans, and ornate sketches, the book includes a look at where the brand currently stands, examining its relationship with both past and future...these are shoes with stylish staying power." Vogue
"There's a new fashion tome in town and it deserves some prime real estate." Lifestyle Mirror

.."a gorgeous coffee-table book...from Rizzoli, celebrates the history, artistry, craftsmanship, and glamour that the venerated house's shoes and accessories embody." Vanity Fair

..".the book conveys the full scope of Vivier's genius by showing just how beautifully his designs speak for themselves." Nylon

"With gorgeous new photography of the house's collection of vintage shoes, beautifully rendered sketches, and details of the remarkable designs coming out of Roger Vivier today, this book is as chic as the accessories that fill its pages." Bal Harbour
"Roger Vivier catalogues the evolution of the designer's signature refined elegance, its changing expression and its cultural impact." National Post

Synopsis:

The stiletto heel was created by Roger Vivier in 1954, its audaciously plunging lines designed to complement Christian Dior's collection. His inspired innovations radicalized traditional techniques, as he mixed fabulous embroideries and clear plastic together.

"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.