Italian Shoes: A Tribute to an Iconic Object - Hardcover

Giovanni Gastel

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 8891814857 ISBN 13: 9788891814852

Publisher: Electa, 2018

Synopsis

Shoes juxtaposed with common objects that they evoke by their shape, colour, or texture become pairings of great elegance, witty and unusual, highlighting the creativity of shoe design. In this unique book, a selection of the most important Italian brands conveys the essence of the style made in Italy, with Prada, Tod s, Fendi, Hogan, Salvatore Ferragamo, Fratelli Rossetti, Cesare Paciotti, Thierry Rabotin, Pollini, and Ballin among the inspiring Italian companies illustrated in the volume. Italian shoes have always been iconic accessories, prestige symbols, and a guarantee of quality on international markets. The creative flair of Italian brands has succeeded in turning a simple functional accessory into so much more, crafting true works of art and objects of style: shoes reinterpret everyday objects and enhance their aesthetic potential. The splendid images are enlivened with quotes from style icons such as Coco Chanel, David Bowie, Victoria Beckham, and others. Give a girl the right shoes and she can conquer the world, Marilyn Monroe once claimed, emphasizing the great importance of this iconic object in everyone s life and especially in that of women.

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About the Author

Giovanni Gastel, Luchino Visconti s nephew, has dedicated his life to photography. His career had its first turning point in 1981 when he entered the fashion world, contributing to major magazines such as Vogue Italia and Elle, winning international recognition and becoming one of the most successful international fashion photographers. He is the honorary president of the Italian Professional Photographers Association.

From the Back Cover

Shoes juxtaposed with common objects that they evoke by their shape, colour, or texture become pairings of great elegance, witty and unusual, highlighting the creativity of shoe design. In this unique book, a selection of the most important Italian brands conveys the essence of the style made in Italy, with Prada, Tod s, Fendi, Hogan, Salvatore Ferragamo, Fratelli Rossetti, Cesare Paciotti, Thierry Rabotin, Pollini, and Ballin among the inspiring Italian companies illustrated in the volume. Italian shoes h

Edition details

• Publisher: Electa
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 8891814857
• ISBN 13: 9788891814852
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 192