vintage Armani flats
Today I attended a photography exhibit that got me thinking about the role of narrative in fashion. Ultimately fashion photography, no matter how artistic, is intended to sell clothes. I have trouble coming up with new ways to discuss the clothes I come across on a weekly basis so you can imagine my awe of photographers who can convey an original story in a single image.
The shoes at this weeks sale at Granville got me to thinking about the photographer Guy Bourdin and his shoe campaigns for Charles Jourdan between 1967-1981. His interpretations are famous and known for being mysterious and provocative. A standard of just how much you can say about a pair of shoes.
two pairs of similar leather vintage lace-ups
Marc Jacobs collection maryjanes
Chloe slingbacks
Manolo sandals
Guy Bourdin for Charles Jourdan: