Overview

They’ve been referred to as the quintessential silent sales force, but they are so much more than fancy clothes hangers. Mannequins breathe life, emotion, and animation into retail environments across the world. They are works of art that tap into the emotions and aspirations of all who engage with them. Profiles of the Mannequin tracks the history and evolution of these intriguing figures from the headless models of 1900 right up to today’s virtual mannequins. Exploring shifts in representation of gender, race and body type, this study chronicles the connection between mannequins and movements in art, the humanities, current affairs, and fashion. Beautifully illustrated and engagingly told, fascinating in-depth interviews with creative professionals recount their experiences, philosophies, and stories of the mannequin and its impact on our culture as both a utilitarian object and as an artistic statement. Interviewees include: -Carol Barnhart, former owner and CEO, Carol Barnhart Inc. -Harry Cunningham, former Senior Vice President Store Planning, Design, and Visual Merchandising, Saks Fifth Avenue -James Damian, former President of Hindsgaul Mannequins USA -Paul Olszewski, former National Director of Windows and Internal Flagship Marketing, Macy’s -Barbara Paris Gifford, Curator, Museum of Art and Design (MAD), New York -Ralph Pucci, mannequin designer, gallery owner and entrepreneur -Rob Smith, the CEO and Founder of the Phluid Project, the first gender-neutral store in the retail industry

Full Product Details

Author:   Eric Feigenbaum (Visual Merchandising and Store Design Magazine, USA)
Publisher:   Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Imprint:   Bloomsbury Visual Arts
ISBN:  

9781350418110

ISBN 10:   1350418110
Pages:   248
Publication Date:   05 September 2024
Audience:   College/higher education ,  Professional and scholarly ,  Tertiary & Higher Education ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In stock  
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Table of Contents

Introduction: Fantasy or Reality? 1. Actors on the Stage 2. Profiles, Body Type and Gender 3. In the Beginning: 1900 - 1930 4. Fashion, Art and Hollywood: 1930 - 1940 5. To War and Back: 1940 - 1950 6. Mid-Century, an Age of Awakening: 1950 - 1960 7. Counter Culture and the Age of Aquarius: 1960 - 1970 8. The Transitional Years: 1970 - 1980 9. Searching for Identity: 1980 - 1990 10. An Age of Awareness: 1990 - 2000 11. Composition and Movement: 2000 and Beyond 12. Mannequins and Museums 13. Materials: From Cobblestones to Cyberspace 14. Abstract, Custom and Unique Applications 15. Technology and the Face of Tomorrow 16. The Business of the Mannequin Epilogue Index

Reviews

"‘A masterful storyteller, Eric Feigenbaum draws on his experience as a designer, educator, and journalist, to reveal how icons like Audrey Hepburn, Twiggy, and L. Frank Baum (author, The Wonderful Wizard of Oz), impacted these vital brand emissaries.’ * Judy Bell, CEO, Energetic Retail, Minneapolis, USA * ‘Profiles of the Mannequin is a fascinating sarabande to the ubiquitous ""silent salesperson"". This book captures the creative frisson as well as the business history of the mannequin and delivers insightful character studies of many of the leading lights in the visual field.’ * – James Mansour, President, Mansour Design, USA * ‘A masterful storyteller, Eric Feigenbaum draws on his experience as a designer, educator, and journalist, to reveal how icons like Audrey Hepburn, Twiggy, and L. Frank Baum (author, The Wonderful Wizard of Oz), impacted these vital brand emissaries.’ * Judy Bell, CEO, Energetic Retail, Author, Silent Selling, Minneapolis, USA *"

"‘A book that will fill a gap for lovers of art, fashion and visual merchandising and will certainly become the Bible of Mannequins.’ * Marcos Andrade, President of the Brazilian Association of Retail Providers and Former CEO of Expor Mannequins, Brazil * ‘Profiles of the Mannequin is a fascinating sarabande to the ubiquitous ""silent salesperson"". This book captures the creative frisson as well as the business history of the mannequin and delivers insightful character studies of many of the leading lights in the visual field.’ * James Mansour, President, Mansour Design, USA * ‘A masterful storyteller, Eric Feigenbaum draws on his experience as a designer, educator, and journalist, to reveal how icons like Audrey Hepburn, Twiggy, and L. Frank Baum (author, The Wonderful Wizard of Oz), impacted these vital brand emissaries.’ * Judy Bell, CEO, Energetic Retail, Author, Silent Selling, Minneapolis, USA * 'Eric Feigenbaum has given us an archival jewel, celebrating the impact of the mannequin on history, society, and fashion, providing a portal to our inner self. Profiles of the Mannequin celebrates the creators, artists and producers behind the scenes that brought these figures to life through the stages of our great retail emporiums. It is a tribute to the visionary leaders, ateliers, production studios, showrooms, galleries, museums, and the classrooms of future designers. The mannequin is the silent ambassador of commerce having never said a word, while continuing to speak to our emotional heartstrings. These stories are for all who have been stopped in their tracks, awakening our dreams and desires at the intersection of art and business. Mr. Feigenbaum has provided us with a gift of history that has never been told so eloquently, surpassing the boundaries of expectation.' * James Damian *"

"‘A book that will fill a gap for lovers of art, fashion and visual merchandising and will certainly become the Bible of Mannequins.’ * Marcos Andrade, President of the Brazilian Association of Retail Providers and Former CEO of Expor Mannequins, Brazil * ‘Profiles of the Mannequin is a fascinating sarabande to the ubiquitous ""silent salesperson"". This book captures the creative frisson as well as the business history of the mannequin and delivers insightful character studies of many of the leading lights in the visual field.’ * James Mansour, President, Mansour Design, USA * ‘A masterful storyteller, Eric Feigenbaum draws on his experience as a designer, educator, and journalist, to reveal how icons like Audrey Hepburn, Twiggy, and L. Frank Baum (author, The Wonderful Wizard of Oz), impacted these vital brand emissaries.’ * Judy Bell, CEO, Energetic Retail, Author, Silent Selling, Minneapolis, USA * 'Eric Feigenbaum has given us an archival jewel, celebrating the impact of the mannequin on history, society, and fashion, providing a portal to our inner self. Profiles of the Mannequin celebrates the creators, artists and producers behind the scenes that brought these figures to life through the stages of our great retail emporiums. It is a tribute to the visionary leaders, ateliers, production studios, showrooms, galleries, museums, and the classrooms of future designers. The mannequin is the silent ambassador of commerce having never said a word, while continuing to speak to our emotional heartstrings. These stories are for all who have been stopped in their tracks, awakening our dreams and desires at the intersection of art and business. Mr. Feigenbaum has provided us with a gift of history that has never been told so eloquently, surpassing the boundaries of expectation.' * James Damian, Brand Integration Services, LLC *"

Author Information

Eric Feigenbaum is the New York Editor of Visual Merchandising and Store Design magazine, where he has written cover stories on Bloomingdale’s, Saks Fifth Avenue, Armani, Moschino, Uniqlo, Polo Ralph Lauren, Hugo Boss, Coach, Neiman Marcus, Tiffany, and Christian Lacroix. He is also the President of Embrace Design and former Chair of Visual Merchandising at LIM College, USA. He was formerly an adjunct professor at the Fashion Institute of Technology and Corporate Director of Visual Merchandising at Sterns Department Store.

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