Manolo Blahnik and the Tale of the Elves and the Shoemaker: A Fashion Fairy Tale Memoir

Celebrated fashion designer ManoloBlahnik reimagines the classic “Elves and theShoemaker” fairytale, blending elements of his own life story into the fabricof the immortal “Once Upon a Time” favorite. As with Christian Lacroix and the Tale of Sleeping Beauty, and otherbooks in the Fashion Fairytale Series, ManoloBlahnik and the Tale of the Elves and the Shoemakeroffers a completely unique, never-before-seen twist on a fairytale classic.Breathtaking color illustrations by Blahnik and wordsby international bestselling author Camilla Morton embody the true magic at theheart of Manolo’s real-life fairytale, in anessential volume for fans of Camille Rose Garcia’s Alice’s Adventures inWonderland and Daniel Egnéus’s Little RedRiding Hood, for fashion devotees, and for anyone in love with coutureculture. |

About the Fashion Fairy Tale Memoir Series

Each book in this inspired series by fashion writer Camilla Morton inventively reimagines one of our favorite “Once Upon a Time” stories, blending it with the real-life story of a famed fashion designer. Lushly illustrated by the designers themselves, these tales illuminate each iconic individual’s creative magic while celebrating his unique life and career. The result is an intriguing combination of whimsy and memoir.

In this contemporary twist on the tale of the Elves and the Shoemaker, Manolo Blahník’s delightful drawings evoke the past, envision the future, and, of course, evidence the indelible footprint he’s made on fashion history. His illustrations take us from the banana plantations of his childhood to his current reign at the top of high-fashion footwear design, while playfully hinting at all the adventures he’s had and friends he’s met along the way.

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“The must-have guide to year-round fabulousness.” - Vogue

“A great fashion read . . . Not only is this a practical book of fashion tips and facts presented as a month-by-month guide, but there’s also useful travel advice by designers such as Paul Smith, Christian Lacrois, and Manolo Blahnik.” - The Observer (UK)

“A fabulous fashion bible for the entire year.” - Daily Mail (London)

“[An] ultra-chic and inspiring book. . . . It serves not only as the perfect gift, but as a totally fantastic tool to help revitalize your spirit month by month. Who would deny wanting the sexy appeal of Gisele with the brains of Audrey Hepburn? This book is the guide to the best of all worlds. . . . Sizzling hot. . . . [Morton] isn’t a girl that glosses over the surface of things. She gets deep into the soul and substance of living an inspired life. . . . For under twenty bucks, you are giving the rosetta stone of style! . . . I’m in love with this book. . . . Why put off being fabulous?” - Modern Girl Style (moderngirlstyle.com)