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Seit Christian Louboutin und Manolo Blahnik ist das Schuhdesign heute einer der lukrativsten Bereiche in der Modewelt. Aki Choklat erforscht den Designprozess von Schuhen, erklärt die Anatomie des Fußes und des Schuhs, die technischen Besonderheiten und das Marketing.Dazu tolle Bildbeispiele und Profi-Tipps für eine Karriere im Schudesign.

Leather Fashion Design is a practical, how-to book about making garments from leather, suede and similar materials. It covers everything from what to look for in choosing a skin to work with, through pattern-cutting, sewing techniques and finishing.The book starts with a showcase of leather apparel spanning time, but concentrating on the twentieth century. Interim chapters include examples of leather apparel at its finest as well as clear step-by-step illustrations of how to make various types of garment. The final chapter includes working with 'leather-like' materials including ultrasuede and faux patent leather.Beautifully illustrated throughout, and including a comprehensive resources section listing relevant organizations, publications and other information, this book will be invaluable for both students and professionals.