Manolo Blahnik: Fleeting Gestures and Obsessions
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The first comprehensive and lavishly illustrated volume to document the influences and life work of Manolo Blahnik, one of the most influential and talked-about icons in contemporary fashion. Featuring more than forty years of shoe design, this is the definitive monograph of the work of Manolo Blahnik, one of the titans of contemporary fashion. This book is a comprehensive survey of Blahnik’s work and provides access to never-before-seen photography of his designs. Drawing inspiration from the worlds of architecture, art, film, and literature, Blahnik is a master of the art of the shoe. His exciting use of color, unprecedented designs, and exquisitely sculpted heels make his shoes some of the most coveted in the world. Featuring more than 250 iconic designs from his archive, the book reveals for the very first time the inspirations behind his singular artistic vision. With insightful chapters devoted to Blahnik’s most powerful relationships and inspirations—including Marie Antoinette, Diana Vreeland, Cecil Beaton, Spanish and Italian film, the works of Goya and Velázquez and the Prado Museum—this book is a personal look into the man behind the shoes. Beautiful photography and thoughtful essays by fashion writers, curators, and colleagues give readers a unique opportunity to access Blahnik’s vivid and creative-filled world. Review: Shoe Obsessed? Perfect Coffee Table Gift - I’ll admit I’m not a shoe guy, nor a fashionista. I consider myself fashionable and care about design and style, but women’s shoes isn’t even on my radar.... so, know that up front. However, I bought this as a gift for someone who is (the kind of person who has a display case for their shoes, has more Pinterest boards than I have pairs of socks, etc.) and it was a resounding success. Also this book is HUGE, high quality, comes sealed and is at the time of writing about 50% less than MSRP ($60) which I didn’t realize at the time of purchase. Very presentable as a gift, has tons of very cool high quality glossy photos, and would not be out of place sitting on a 3K Design Within Reach coffee table. So, for $30 presently it’s a steal. I think it’d still be a win at $60. Viability as a gift for the shoe-obsessed person in your life is excellent. I can’t comment on the content really as it’s outside my wheelhouse, but I’ll give it 5 stars as it was perfect for my needs. Review: I AM IN SHOE HEAVEN - If you love shoes and you know Manolo Blahnik's shoes, you have to get this book. Beautiful.
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| Customer Reviews | 4.8 out of 5 stars 53 Reviews |
J**N
Shoe Obsessed? Perfect Coffee Table Gift
I’ll admit I’m not a shoe guy, nor a fashionista. I consider myself fashionable and care about design and style, but women’s shoes isn’t even on my radar.... so, know that up front. However, I bought this as a gift for someone who is (the kind of person who has a display case for their shoes, has more Pinterest boards than I have pairs of socks, etc.) and it was a resounding success. Also this book is HUGE, high quality, comes sealed and is at the time of writing about 50% less than MSRP ($60) which I didn’t realize at the time of purchase. Very presentable as a gift, has tons of very cool high quality glossy photos, and would not be out of place sitting on a 3K Design Within Reach coffee table. So, for $30 presently it’s a steal. I think it’d still be a win at $60. Viability as a gift for the shoe-obsessed person in your life is excellent. I can’t comment on the content really as it’s outside my wheelhouse, but I’ll give it 5 stars as it was perfect for my needs.
P**K
I AM IN SHOE HEAVEN
If you love shoes and you know Manolo Blahnik's shoes, you have to get this book. Beautiful.
D**4
Great Coffee Table Book!
Great coffee table book! This is a gift for a friend in the design trade. Excellent photography and text. Well produced.
P**R
Nice and quality photo/illustration
Always classic literature. Nice and quality photo/illustration.
J**T
Totally Delicious
A visually sumptuous book. Great photography and interview transcripts highlighting a fabulous career.
P**N
An absolute Pleasure of a book!
Wonderfully documented, illustrated and comprehensive review of the career of a unique designer. A pleasure to add to any library!
K**E
Fabulous
Excellent service, highly recommend
K**N
Perfect!
Perfect!
M**U
美しい写真集
娘の結婚式のウェルカムスペースに飾る為に購入。ウェディングシューズと同じマノロブラニクの写真集。なかなかなくて、あっても中古品ばかり。新品があって本当に良かったです。美しい写真集のテンション上がります。
K**L
Great book. Thank you
Smooth shipping! Great book. Thank you.
A**R
it is always a comforting joy to smell the scent of Tuberose waft out the ...
Having walked past Manolo's Old Church Street shop for most of my life, it is always a comforting joy to smell the scent of Tuberose waft out the door every time one of his discerning clients should be entering the shop. I am now lucky enough to be able to buy shoes every now and then for my wife when she can no longer resist a pair so exquisite that her foot in one of his shoes is too fabulous looking for me to say no. This book emanates the style and precision of his craft that has amassed a following amongst women and men of style that mean it is difficult to feel right in anything else. The book is actually a narrative of recent fashion history from the mid 1970s with references of boots, heels and sandals that have influenced the way women have wished to dress from their "soles" up. Clients such as Tina Turner, Jerry Hall, Anna Wintour, Isabella Blow and Kate Moss. I feel lucky to have spent time photographing his shoes at the Paris Fashion Shows, New York and London on the great models and ladies of our time. In fashion shoots and portrait sittings where the women know who the are because they do not settle for anything less than perfection on their feet. Michael Roberts has created with Manolo and I am sure his sister Evangeline a tome that will have any woman in raptures. A fantastic buy if you love your wife or your girlfriend.
C**N
Fantástico
Llegó muy rápido, un libro excelente con unas fotos maravillosas.
J**E
Five Stars
Very interesting book with beautiful pictures for shoe addicts and others
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