Roger Vivier Heritage And Imagination | Elizabeth Semmelhack

Born in 1907, Roger Vivier was renowned for his daring, lavish shoe designs over a seven-decade career, creating iconic pieces like the pilgrim shoes worn by Catherine Deneuve in Belle de Jour, the virgule heel, and the rectangular chrome buckle. Although the original business closed before Vivier s passing in 1998, its revival began in 2003 under Diego della Valle, owner of Tod s, transforming Roger Vivier into a globally recognized luxury shoe and accessory brand. With Gherardo Felloni appointed creative director in 2018, the maison blends visionary design with its rich heritage, reimagining archives into fresh, theatrical collections. This definitive book chronicles Roger Vivier s journey from its origins to the present, featuring archival treasures and recent collections, making it an essential volume for fashion lovers, students, and experts alike.