Ensemble
Brand
Rodarte
(American, founded 2005)
Designer
Nicholas Kirkwood
(born 1980)
Spring 2009
Grey printed and solid leather, cotton tulle, and lace
Museum purchase
Object number2009.53.2
Nicholas Kirkwood designed these fetish-inspired boots for Rodarte’s Spring 2009 collection. Their intricate, strappy design resulted in what the designer termed “a strait-jacket for the leg.” Exceptionally high boots are considered among the sexiest styles in fashion, as they draw the eye up the thigh.
DescriptionGrey and white dress ensemble consisting of minidress of printed marbleized leather, hand marbled cotton tulle and lace; coordinating grey leather belt; and pair of leather boots by Nicholas KirkwoodCollections
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