Author: Rolfe, Gail

History of art / art & design styles

Published on 7 March 2019 by Octopus Publishing Group (Conran Octopus Ltd) in the United Kingdom.

Hardback | 160 pages, 130 images
168 x 216 x 21 | 584g

‘Rolfe explores the fascinating link between heels and both physical and psychological power. Divided into four shoe categories and accompanied by archival images from the pages of British Vogue, the book provides a charming documentation of what is arguably fashion’s most powerful accessory – from sleek Chanel sling-backs to brazen creations by Balenciaga.’ British Vogue***’You can never take too much care over the choice of your shoes. Too many women think that they are unimportant, but the but the real proof of an elegant woman is what is on her feet.’ Christian DiorThere is an indefinable magic, mystique and fascination about high-heeled shoes that passes all understanding or logic. How can