Vivier, Blahnik and Westwood. Two-foot-high wooden chopines of the 15th century and their resurgence as the platform shoes of the '60s & '70s. Uppers of tulle, brocade, rhinestone, glass, fish scales and feathers. The Chanel toe, Jackie O's pump, Marilyn's stiletto. SHOES is a visual extravaganza, a celebration of women's with over 1,000 photographs of shoes in glorious color. Includes Footnotes (fascinating facts about shoes),profiles of master shoemakers, and The Shoe That Left an Imprint - remember Courreges' futuristic Go-go boots?
