INDUSTRY INSIDERS THE LEGEND & LEGACY OF ADEL ROOTSTEIN MANNEQUINS AUGUST 2024
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Whether you are… -a new or veteran mannequin collector -a fashion history buff -a visual merchandiser -a museum curator -just curious about this company -Everything you ever wanted to know about Adel Rootstein mannequins prior to their acquisition by other companies is inside here. 1
provide advice on the resale or monetary valuation of Rootstein mannequins. And this Ebook is not affiliated with Bonaveri, the current owner of Rootstein. 2
impacted the dominance and relevance of this prestigious brand. The three authors of this eBook decided to combine their knowledge of Rootstein mannequins into a historical archive. The goal was two-fold: to honor Adel Rootstein and the enduring impact her mannequins have had on the retail industry; and to create a detailed reference guide for future generations of Rootstein mannequin lovers. 3
the authors’ personal archives and industry experience, the eBook has hyperlinks to websites, blogs, Youtube videos, and Pinterest boards where you can view additional information about Rootstein from other sources. The Rootstein identification codes and a curated, alphabetical listing of all Rootstein collections are in Chapter 7. Also, a discount coupon code for the purchase of a used Rootstein mannequin is in Chapter 10. 4
This eBook is a joint effort of three people, each with a unique connection to Adel Rootstein mannequins. This was a ”passion project” for them and was completely self-funded. 5
Author #1: A former senior-ranking visual merchandising executive who worked for several national department stores, he was in charge of visual merchandising at several stores when the founder, Adel Rootstein, was still alive. He has a personal collection of over 100 Rootstein mannequins and an extensive archive of Rootstein brochures and promotional materials. 6
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