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Stage Boots Worn by Paul Stanley of KISS, 1996
Boots: Formerly worn by Paul Stanley of Kiss

Stage Boots Worn by Paul Stanley of KISS, 1996

Associated name KISS
Date1996
DimensionsOverall (HWD): 25 × 4 1/2 × 11 1/4 in. (63.5 × 11.43 × 28.575 cm)
Credit LineMoPOP permanent collection
Object number2000.339.10.1.A,.B
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These leather knee high platform boots were worn by Paul Stanley, co-founder and vocalist of the rock band KISS. Famous for the members’ extraordinary face paint and stage costumes, each band member selected a stage character that was reflected in their adornment choices. Stanley’s persona, Starchild, included white make-up with a black star painted across the right eye. Many of his costumes reflected this star theme.  

 

Formed in New York City in 1973, KISS was founded by Paul Stanley (vocals and guitar), Gene Simmons (vocals and bass), Ace Frehley (vocals and lead guitar), and Peter Criss (vocals and drums). Alongside the memorable stage costumes, KISS was known for their live performances, often including grand pyrotechnics, blood-spitting and fire breathing. Ten years after their formation, the band started performing without make-up and their signature costumes, starting the band’s “unmasked era” that lasted over a decade. The band would have different members over the years, with Stanley and Simmons as the only consistent members. KISS has sold more than 75 million records worldwide. 

Black leather knee high platform boots with nickel-plated chain loops starting at shin and going around ankle. Platforms have black and white vertical stripes with solid black heel. Zipper on inner side of each boot. Studs line upper edge of each boot. 
CopyrightThe organization that has made the Item available reasonably believes that the Item is not restricted by copyright or related rights, but a conclusive determination could not be made. For more information, see http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/
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