The Architecture of the Stride: Vivienne Westwood and the Super Elevated Ghillie

The Architecture of the Stride: Vivienne Westwood and the Super Elevated Ghillie

Vivienne Westwood’s 1993 Super Elevated Ghillie shoes apply architectural principles to footwear through nine-inch wooden platforms. These designs prioritize structural integrity over comfort, forcing wearers to recalibrate their center of gravity. The heavy materials and steep angles transform the anatomical…