Roger Vivier, Paris

Published by Rizzoli in 2013, this monograph serves as a definitive archival retrospective of the work of Roger Vivier, the French fashion designer famously known as the inventor of the stiletto heel. The book was compiled to celebrate his enduring influence on luxury footwear and accessories, documenting his early collaborations with Christian Dior and the subsequent evolution of his own eponymous label. It positions Vivier not merely as a shoemaker, but as an artist whose structural innovations fundamentally altered the silhouette of women's fashion in the mid-twentieth century.

The volume features meticulous visual documentation, including original sketches, archival photographs, and detailed shots of iconic creations like the Pilgrim buckle pump. The editorial direction emphasizes the juxtaposition of Vivier’s classical training with his avant-garde approach to materials and form. Upon its release, the book was well-received by fashion historians and critics for its high-production value and its success in contextualizing Vivier’s legacy within the broader history of Parisian haute couture.