2 December 2024 |
The Roger Vivier Creative Director tapped the actress to star in the latest installment of the Vivier Express Icons series.
The idea of travelling to Gherardo Felloni, creative director at Roger Vivier, means more than the transport between places but also the revisit of historical periods. Vivier Express II tells that story courtesy of Eva Green’s performance. “The film is deeply inspired by the visual poetry of Film Noir, those evocative Hollywood dramas from the 1940s and 50s where every shadow and every glance tells a story,” Felloni explained.
Staged in a nostalgic set of a vintage cabin, the short film delivers a surrealistic campy overtone where Green found herself interacting with the reflection of herself. She then paused upon a poignant quote: “to wear dreams on one’s feet is to give a reality to one’s dreams.” What does it mean? The actress took it as “a gentle reminder that even small choices can be a step toward something bigger.”
Diverse, multifaceted but deeply individual, the Roger Vivier women according to Felloni are elegant and daring. And who else to bring this vision to life better than Green? Green’s audacious, mysterious and sophisticated quality immediately won over this role in Felloni’s head. “Casting her was a natural choice; her magnetic presence and innate elegance perfectly embody the character I envisioned,” Felloni asserted.
We took this opportunity to ask Eva Green how she felt about starring this campaign and tapped into her secrets on getting into character.
1) How do you prepare yourself for the role you’re playing?
I like to start with silence – just listening to the script and stepping into the character’s world. It’s a bit like standing in front of a mirror, waiting for the image to come into focus. Sometimes it’s quick, other times it’s like piecing together a memory. It’s a delicate process, but that’s what makes it special.
2) You have done an incredible job playing some wicked characters, and in the film Vivier Express, there’s also a wicked moment with the reflection of yourself. So, what’s the most wicked thing about you in your opinion?
Perhaps my wicked side is a quiet one. Sometimes I catch myself smiling at a thought I’d never share out loud – just little moments of playful mischief. It’s not about causing harm, more like a quiet, harmless rebellion.
3) Heels or stilettos? And why?
I’d say heels. Heels feel a bit more forgiving, like they’re offering a steady partnership rather than a challenge. There’s something comforting in their balance, almost like a reassuring hand guiding you forward.
4) What do you like about Roger Viver?
I love how the designs feel like stories waiting to be discovered. There’s always a little touch of magic, like stepping into a daydream. It’s elegant, but with a playful wink.
5) The most unbelievable thing you’ve done while wearing Roger Vivier?
Baked a cake for my mum.
6) What’s it like to act in a campaign versus acting in a film?
The Roger Viver one particularly feels more like creating a painting than telling a story. There’s less dialogue and more focus on mood, capturing something fleeting – like sunlight through a window. The performance is quiet, almost like sharing a secret with the camera.
7) How do you understand the quote “to wear dreams on one’s feet is to begin to give a reality to one’s dreams”?
I think it’s a gentle reminder that even small choices can be a step toward something bigger. Putting on a pair of shoes can feel like giving yourself the courage to follow a dream that’s been quietly waiting.
8) Can you describe your relationship with fashion?
Fashion feels like a personal conversation, something that helps me express what words can’t. Some days it’s bold, other days it’s quiet, but it’s always about feeling comfortable in my own skin rather than following trends.
9) If you were to design a shoe style for Roger Vvier, what would it be like?
It would have a fairytale quality – soft yet strong, with an unexpected twist. Maybe a low heel with tiny, hidden details, like little secrets that only the wearer would know.
10) Finally, how do you find comfort in heels? What’s your trick?
I think it’s all about rhythm – learning to move with the heels, not against them. It’s like finding your balance, almost like walking a tightrope with confidence.
Watch the short film below:
