Kick up your heels with Shoe Love! Anyone with a shoe fetish is sure to love the novelties found inside, along with a timeline of shoe history, and five amazing shoe pop-ups that display the classic flapper shoe, a pair of far out sandals, the spirited go-go boot, a risqu� fetish pump, and the high fashion of well-known designers. Featuring wedges, sexy stilettos, boots, mules, buckles and bows -- what do your shoes say about you?
Drawing on historical sources, paintings and prints, this volume explores how and why shoes or boots with high heels came into common use. It considers the function of high heels in daily life, in the production of class and gender, and in the staging of erotic fantasy.
In this spirited sequel to the acclaimed The Rook, Myfanwy Thomas returns to clinch an alliance between deadly rivals and avert epic -- and slimy -- supernatural war. When secret organizations are forced to merge after years of enmity and bloodshed, only one person has the fearsome powers -- -and the bureaucratic finesse -- -to get the job done. Facing her greatest challenge yet, Rook Myfanwy Thomas must broker a deal between two bitter adversaries: The Checquy -- -the centuries-old covert British organization that protects society from supernatural threats, and... The Grafters -- -a centuries-old supernatural threat. But as bizarre attacks sweep London, threatening to sabotage negotiations, old hatreds flare. Surrounded by spies, only the Rook and two women who absolutely hate each other, can seek out the culprits before they trigger a devastating otherworldly war. Stiletto is a novel of preternatural diplomacy, paranoia, and snide remarks, from an author who "adroitly straddles the thin line between fantasy, thriller, and spoof "(Booklist).
When most lesbians had to hide, how did they find one another? Were the bars of the 1940s and 1950s more fun than the bars today? Did Black and white lesbians socialize together? Boots of Leather, Slippers of Gold is a ground-breaking account of the growth of the lesbian community in Buffalo, New York from the mid-1930s to the early 1960s Drawing on oral histories collected from 45 women, it is the first comprehensive history of a working-class lesbian community. These poignant and complex stories provide a new look at Black and white working-class lesbians as powerful agents of historical change. Their creativity and resilience under oppressive circumstances constructed a better life for all lesbians and expanded possibilities for all women. Based on 13 years of research, Boots of Leather, Slippers of Gold ranges over topics including sex, relationships, coming out, butch-fem roles, motherhood, aging, racism, work, oppression, and pride. Kennedy and Davis provide a unique insider's perspective on butch-fem culture and trace the roots of gay and lesbian liberation to the determined resistance of working-class lesbians. The book begins by focusing on the growth and development of community, culture, and consciousness in the bars and open house parties of the 1930s, '40s, and '50s. It goes on to explore the code of personal behavior and social imperative in butch-fem culture, centering on dress, mannerisms, and gendered sexuality. Finally the book examines serial monogamy, the social forces which shaped love and break-ups, and the changing nature and content of lesbian identity. Capturing the full complexity of lesbian culture, this outstanding book includes extensive quotes from narrators that make every topic a living document, a composite picture of the lives of real people fighting for respect and for a place that would be safe for their love.
⦁Heels is an adult coloring book focusing on trendy stylish High Fashion Shoes .⦁It has exclusive 50 hand drawn illustrations for you to color and relieve stress.⦁It has ankle boots , pumps , sandals , high-heeled , stilettos , pointed toe shoes.⦁It has different types of heels designs. Wedges, chunky heels, stilettos, fantasy heels, espadrille heels.⦁Each page has a different design.⦁Designs are printed on only one side of a page.⦁Each illustration is drawn for fun and relaxation.⦁Single sided pages sized 8.5" x 11" printed on white paper.⦁ It has 50 different styles of shoes.
Illustrated with photographs of actual shoes, this book takes us on a remarkable tour of the shoe closets of the world, exploring how major historical events, social change and industrialization have influenced styles and production.
It's been said that one can never really be too rich or too thin, but the truth for most modern women is really that one can never, ever have too many pairs of shoes. SHOES: A LOVE STORY is a celebration of this passion, revelling in our infatuation and rejoicing in the stilettos, boots and sandals that have become a very socially acceptable obsession. This collection of beautiful, glamorous shoes offers images worthy of any aspiring Imelda or Carrie complemented by witty, addiction-empathising text from fellow shoe fanatics. Today's woman amasses gorgeous footwear as if she was collecting art - and art many of these shoes arguably are. If you can't afford that pair of Manolos, let the bejewelled heels within these pages offer some solace - and a savings incentive.
The story of footwear reflects changing fashions and key moments in history. In this book, specially commissioned photography, engravings, paintings and advertisements help tell the story.
Take a break from your stressful day-to-day sneaker hunting and amp up your creativity. In the Sneaker Coloring Book you can color your most beloved shoe models in what ever way you want. You can relax your mind with some peaceful coloring fun, or get heads on creative adding that complex design you always wished for your favorite sneaker model. Whether you are an advanced sneaker head or just have the slightest interest in street fashion and sneakers, you can't go wrong with the Sneaker Coloring Book! Equally well suited for kids and adults, the book's 50 pages are packed with illustrations of some of the most iconic sneaker models of all times. From the original Pro Keds, Adidas Superstar and Vans Sk8-Hi, via '80s classics such as Troop and Air Jordan, to recent models like Nike Marty Mcfly, Puma Creeper, Balenciaga triple S and Adidas Yeezy - just to name a few of the many models included in the book. The shoes in the Sneaker Coloring Book are illustrated by Alexander Rosso, a sneaker nerd of rank who has spent the past 12 years working as a graphic designer and illustrator, mainly in the music and streetwear business. The Sneaker Coloring Book is the perfect gift for anyone interested in sneakers, design and streetwear! The Sneaker Coloring Book is marker friendly! Use your favorite markers without the risk of ruining the illustration on the other side of the paper. The Sneaker Coloring Book is the latest in Dokument Press' popular coloring book series, with titles such as Hip Hop Coloring Book and Graffiti Style Coloring Book.
Juliana Porter was caught. Now she had to find a way out of her trouble. But there aren't enough sad eyes and pouted lips to make this mistake go away. Her husband Cristian Rodriguez won't allow it after being burned by her in the past. Once Juliana's deceit comes to light, both must come to terms with the new directions of their shattered lives.
