We have been intrigued by the form and function of our footwear for centuries, and for many women shoes are the ultimate objects of desire. In The Seductive Shoe fashion historian Jonathan Walford takes a peek into the shoe closets of the world over the last 400 years, revealing the styles and fashions that have fueled that obsession. Organized chronologically and covering all the significant developments in shoe design, this ravishing book explores how major historical events, social change, and industrialization have influenced style and production. Hundreds of beautiful photographs capture the progression of styles, including numerous forgotten designs that will still appeal to the most fashion forward of today. Riding boots and go-go boots, spiked stilettos and negative heels, platform soles and ballerina flats?all are documented in this bible of footwear.
With a detailed glossary and an illustrated appendix of notable shoemakers, designers, and manufacturers, The Seductive Shoe is the ultimate book for shoe lovers of all kinds. An indispensable resource for both professionals and fashion aficionados, this one-of-a-kind book is also a must-have for anyone who has ever experienced the intoxicating desire for a beautiful pair of shoes.
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Barbie 30+ Fashions & Accessories is a 2009 Mattel production. Box is approx. 21-1/2" x 19" x 1-14". CONTENTS: There are 4 Tops, 1 Jacket w/faux fur collar, "Sweater", Capris, Bodysuit, Jumper, 3 Dresses, 2 Skirts, a Faux Fur Wrap, a Belt, an IPod, Compact, Lipstick, a Pair of Boots, 5 Pairs of Shoes, a Microphone, & some Cardboard Accessories. There's a coral pink Top w/blue trim & "pink B" decals, a "Sweater" that's aqua, pink tones, white & yellow, & a Top that's red w/"pink" & Barbie faces print in yellow & purple tones & blue trim. Also, there's a white Belt w/gray "studs", a pair of blue denim Capris, a blue denim Jumper w/blue lace trim at hem, a pink tones & black print Dress w/black Belt, a glittery strapless pink Capri Bodysuit w/black trim & front belt, a shimmery turquoise Dress with shimmery silver trim at neckline, a shimmery purple tones Dress w/layered skirts & shimmery silver sash waistband in front., a shimmery red & silver Top w/matching layer Skirt, a glittery black Top w/pink straps, & a pink with black & white plaid Skirt, a silver "leather-look" Jacket w/pink & black faux fur collar, & a white faux fur Wrap. Also includes a pair of pink Boots w/black soles, a pair of black hi heel ankle Boot Shoes, a pair of red hi heel Shoes w/open toes & ankle straps, a pair of silver gray Wedge Shoes with straps, a pair of Wedge Platform Shoes (beige) w/pink straps on front, a pair of white w/glittery silver hi heel Shoes (open toes), & a matching Clutch Bag (white & silver), a white IPod w/Earphones, a silvery gray Compact, a Lipstick, & a shimmery silver Bracelet. Set also comes with some Cardboard Accessories: Laptop Computer, CD, Book. Fashions fit most Barbie & 11.5" fashion size dolls; NO DOLLS included. All the provided details are to the best of my ability & may not be exact; colors, styles, sizes & details may vary. For ages 3+ years. WARNING: Small Parts Included.