CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Tsarou 100 red suede pom pom ankle strap dorsay heels EU37.5
About the Item
- Designer:
- Dimensions:Marked Size: 37.5 (EU)
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Condition:Minor bleeding on inside of shoe near heel part. Outside looks great.
- Seller Location:Hong Kong, HK
- Reference Number:
Christian Louboutin
The iconic red-soled shoes by Christian Louboutin (b. 1963) have made it onto almost every red carpet since the French designer opened his first boutique in Paris in 1992. His fantastical heels have gained attention and praise for their provocative heights and arching shapes, leading the designer to be nicknamed the “King of Stilettos.”
Since childhood, Louboutin was artistic; he began sketching shoes at the age of 10 and later studied drawing at the Académie d’Art Roederer. However, it was the regular visits to the Musée national des Arts d’Afrique et d’Océanie, then in the Palais de la Porte Dorée, that inspired his interest in women’s shoes. Growing up in the Paris neighborhood of the museum, he regularly spent weekends there and became fascinated by a sign asking women not to wear heels on account of the antique wooden floors. The severe arch of the heel on the sign and the violent red slash through it inspired him to think about shoes as something that could be dangerous and powerful in their allure. As he has said, “I wanted to create something that broke rules and made women feel confident and empowered.”
Breaking rules came naturally to Louboutin, who dropped out of school at the age of 16 and traveled to Egypt and India. When he returned to Paris in 1981, he had his mind set on shoe design and was hired by French fashion designer Charles Jourdan whose women’s shoe designs had been popular amongst the Paris elite since 1919. Louboutin later worked as a freelancer for such fashion houses as Chanel, Yves Saint Laurent and Roger Vivier.
When he went out on his own and opened his first boutique in the Galerie Véro-Dodat covered passage, Princess Caroline of Monaco became his first famous client. The now-revered red sole emerged with his third collection, when Louboutin noticed an assistant painting her nails bright red. He tried applying the polish to a sole and was enamored with the results. Soon, his glossy, red-bottomed heels were all the rage in the fashion world.
Today, Louboutin sells his wares in department stores and over 50 Louboutin boutiques across the world. Beyond shoes, he has also expanded into accessories, beauty lines and handbags, launching the Passage collection of bags in 2014, inspired by the location of his first boutique. Conceptual pieces like his 2007 “Pumps,” now in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, have taken his stilettos to the extreme with a ballet-like en pointe silhouette balanced on a spiked heel. Louboutin is a go-to designer for celebrities, including Blake Lively, Mariah Carey, Sarah Jessica Parker and Jennifer Lopez (who has a song about the famed shoes), among hundreds of others. In February 2020, a retrospective of his career opened in the Palais de la Porte Dorée where it all began.
Find vintage Christian Louboutin shoes, sneakers, handbags and other items on 1stDibs.
- ShippingRetrieving quote...Ships From: Sha Tin, Hong Kong
- Return PolicyThis item cannot be returned.
- GIUSEPPE ZANOTTI Apocalypse red leather side zip combat boots EU39By Giuseppe ZanottiLocated in Hong Kong, NTGIUSEPPE ZANOTTI Apocalypse red leather side zip combat boots EU39 Reference: AAWC/A00551 Brand: Giuseppe Zanotti Model: Apocalypse Material: Leather Color: Red, Black Pattern: Solid...Category
21st Century and Contemporary Boots
- new CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Eloise 85 Loubi red suede almond toe classic pump EU36By Christian LouboutinLocated in Hong Kong, NTnew CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Eloise 85 Loubi red suede almond toe classic pump EU36 Reference: TGAS/A04421 Brand: Christian Louboutin Model: E...Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian High Heels
- new PRADA 2018 Cloudbust burgundy red rubber logo low top sneaker UK6 EU40 US7By Prada, Miuccia PradaLocated in Hong Kong, NTnew PRADA 2018 Cloudbust burgundy red rubber logo low top sneaker UK6 EU40 US7 Reference: TGAS/B00942 Brand: Prada Designer: Miuccia Prada Model: Cloudbust Burgundy Collection: 2018 ...Category
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Shoes
- AQUAZZURA Amazon dark red suede lace up sandals high heels EU38By AquazzuraLocated in Hong Kong, NTAQUAZZURA Amazon dark red suede lace up sandals high heels EU38 Brand: Aquazzura Model: Amazon Material: Suede Color: Red Pattern: Solid Closure: Zip Extra ...Category
2010s Italian High Heels
- new LOUIS VUITTON pink patent gold logo plate mid point toe pump EU36.5By Louis VuittonLocated in Hong Kong, NTnew LOUIS VUITTON pink patent gold logo plate mid point toe pump EU36.5 Brand: Louis Vuitton Material: Patent Leather Color: Pink Pattern: So...Category
2010s Italian High Heels
- CHURCH'S Bess burgundy red perforated polished leather oxford loafer EU38By Church'sLocated in Hong Kong, NTCHURCH'S Bess burgundy red perforated polished leather oxford loafer EU38 Brand: Church's Model: Bess Material: Leather Color: Burgundy Pattern: Solid Closure: Lace Up Extra Detail: ...Category
2010s Italian Brogues
- Gianvito Rossi Patent Leather Ankle BootsBy Gianvito RossiLocated in London, GBGianvito Rossi Patent Leather Ankle Boots Glossy red boots designed with pointed toe and stiletto heel. Featuring zip fastening to the side, leather lining and soles. Size – 40.5 ...Category
21st Century and Contemporary Ankle Boots
- Alexander McQueen Red Satin Heart Peep Toe Pumps Size 41By Alexander McQueenLocated in Dubai, Al Qouz 2Mesmerizing and stylish, this pair of peep-toe pumps from Alexander McQueen is here to win your love. Perfectly crafted from satin, these pumps feature a red shade with heart-shaped ...Category
2010s Italian Heels
- Christian Louboutin Red Patent Lady Peep Pumps Size 40By Christian LouboutinLocated in Dubai, Al Qouz 2Make a chic style statement with these designer pumps. They showcase sturdy heels and durable soles, perfect for your fashionable outings!Category
2010s Italian High Heels
- Gianvito Rossi Red/Beige Suede Whipstitch Portofino Sandals Size 36By Gianvito RossiLocated in Dubai, Al Qouz 2These sandals will frame your feet in an elegant manner. Crafted from quality materials, they display a classy design and comfortable insoles.Category
2010s Italian Sandals
- Blumarine S/S 2002 red floral hand-painted cowboy bootsBy BlumarineLocated in Rome, IT- Blumarine by Anna Molinari - Red leather boots - Floral hand painted motif - New, never worn - Size 37Category
Early 2000s Boots
- Dior Orange Patent Leather and PVC Clear Block Heels Ankle-Strap Sandals Size 41By Christian DiorLocated in Dubai, Al Qouz 2A feminine flair and a sophisticated appeal characterize these stunning Dior sandals. Crafted using quality materials, they will add an opulent charm to your look and complement many...Category
2010s Italian Sandals