Manolo’s New Shoes, Drawings by Manolo Blahnik

Published by Thames & Hudson, 2010.

 With contributions by Suzy Menkes, Grace Coddington, Carlos García-Calvo, Milena Canonero and Amy Fine Collins.

Manolo Blahniks name has become synonymous with beautifully crafted, highly desirable theatrical shoes that ooze originality, style and exuberance. For four decades his unique vision has held the fashion world spellbound. His design process begins with the colour-rich sketches that are so finely executed they are as sought-after as the shoes themselves. Here you can peruse over 150 of these witty, seductive drawings.