For many years Manolo Blahnik was the open secret of the fashion world, his shoes de rigeur for any stylish woman. Then, with 'Absolutely Fabulous', in which his name was mentioned at least once every program, he became world-famous to millions. His shoes are a short-hand for luxurious perfection, part of the common currency for millions who can never afford them or the lifestyle that goes with them.
In this fully authorised book, Colin McDowell takes us into Blahnik's homes and factory to show us his life and his work, all in specially styled photographs that show this ultimate fashion icon as it has never been seen before.
