Early 2000s Tom Ford for Gucci Burgundy Velvet Pumps with Bamboo Heel
By Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Stunning Gucci kitten heels from the early 2000s, designed by Tom Ford.
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Gucci Kitten Heel
Gucci by Tom Ford Tan Leather Kitten Heel Mules Horsebit Detail - '90s
By Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Their clean lines and elongated profile embody the refined sensuality that defined Tom Ford’s iconic tenure at Gucci. The delicate kitten heel adds an elegant and feminine touch, whi...
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1990s Heels
GUCCI Resort 2017 “Unia” Metallic Blue Leather Gold Spike Stud Kitten Heel Pumps
By Gucci, Alessandro Michele
Located in Thiensville, WI
GUCCI Resort 2017 “Unia” Metallic Blue Leather Gold Spike Stud Kitten Heel Pumps Brand / Manufacturer: Gucci Collection: Resort 2017- Runway look #69 Manufacturer Style Name: “Unia...
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2010s Italian Heels
Gucci By Tom Ford S/S 1998 Black GG pointed toe kitten heels
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in Milano, IT
- Designed by Tom Ford - Spring Summer 1998 - Pointed toe - Gucci "GG" string in leather - Finished with a leather insole - Made in Italy - Dustbags and original box - Condition: Goo...
Category
1990s Italian Low Heels
2000’s GUCCI by TOM FORD Blue GG Monogram canvas pointed Kitten Toe Heels Mules
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in Sheffield, GB
Fabulous, Chic 2000’s GUCCI by TOM FORD Blue GG Monogram canvas pointed Kitten Toe Heels Size; UK 4.5 / EU 37.5C Heel Height; 2” inches Condition; 8/10 Fantastic Condition, extremely...
Category
Early 2000s Italian Low Heels
2000s GUCCI TOM FORD Burgundy Red GG Monogram Horsebit pointed Kitten Toe
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in Sheffield, GB
Elegant 2000’s GUCCI by TOM FORD GG Monogram pointed canvas Kitten Heels with Gold Horsebit Size; UK 4 / EU 37C Heel Height; 2.5” inches Condition; 8/10 Fantastic Condition, extremel...
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Early 2000s Italian Low Heels
F/W 1996 Gucci by Tom Ford Beaded 'G' Logo Black Satin Evening Pumps Size 8.5 B
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a black satin square 'G' Gucci beaded kitten heel, designed by Tom Ford. From the Fall/Winter 1996 collection, these classic heels are amped up with a subtle sparkling squ...
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1990s Italian Heels
New Gucci Kitten GG Leather Guccissima Pumps Heels Sz 36
$660Sale Price|20% Off
New Gucci Kitten GG Leather Guccissima Pumps Heels Sz 36
By Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Gucci Brand New * GG Leather Guccissima * Size: 36 * Gold Gucci Hardware * Leather Insole * Round Toe * 2" Heel * With Box * With Extra Heel Tips
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Early 2000s Italian Shoes
Brand New Gucci Pre Fall 2013 Wool Kitten Heels Size 38
$995Sale Price|32% Off
Brand New Gucci Pre Fall 2013 Wool Kitten Heels Size 38
By Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Brand New Gucci Pre-Fall 2013 Black, White & Gray Wool Black Patent Adjustable Strap Gucci Gold Buckle Black Patent Heels 4.5" Blush Pink Leather Insole Size 38 8 With Box, Dust Co...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Shoes
GUCCI black leather KITTEN BLOCK HEEL CHAIN Ankle Boots Shoes 39
By Gucci
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Gucci Kitten ankle-boots in black leather embellished with chain horsebit in gold-tone metal and studded heel.
Category
2010s Shoes
Vintage 1990's Gucci By Tom Ford Dark Green Pointed Kitten Heels
By Gucci
Located in London, GB
Vintage 1990's Gucci by Tom Ford pointed pumps kitten heels. Crafted in smooth olive-green leather, the pointed-toe, stiletto heel.
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1990s Italian Shoes
Vintage Gucci Flora Bow Slip On Kitten Heel Slip On Mules Sandals 7.5
By Gucci
Located in Mechanicsville, VA
Vintage Gucci Flora Bow Slip On Kitten Heel Slip On Mules Sandals 7.5 Color Nero Multi Size 7.5US Heel Height 2.25in Satin upper Leather sole Slip on style Low heel Signature small...
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Early 2000s Shoes
Vintage Gucci Flora Bow Slip On Kitten Heeled Mules Sandals 36.5
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in Mechanicsville, VA
Vintage Gucci Flora Bow Slip On Kitten Heeled Mules 36.5 Color Nero Multi Size 36.5C EU Satin upper Leather sole Slip on style Low heel Signature small print in Flora 2.25in heel he...
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Early 2000s Shoes
Moschino 1990s Black Leather Belt
By Moschino
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Style this with some Versace jeans, a pair of Gucci kitten heels and a Louis Vuitton handbag to complete the look.
Category
1990s Italian Belts
NIB Vintage Gucci Flora Satin Bow Flower Print Kitten Heel Slip On Mules 6
By Gucci
Located in Mechanicsville, VA
Vintage Gucci Flora Bow Slip On Kitten Heeled Mules New, in original box, with dustbag, spare heel tips Color Nero Multi Size 6US Satin upper Leather sole Slip on style Low heel Sign...
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Early 2000s Shoes
S/S 1998 Gucci by Tom Ford Light Green Alligator Kitten Heels Crystal G
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The small/kitten heels feature a pointed toe made of green crocodile/alligator.
Category
1990s Italian Shoes
S/S 1998 Gucci by Tom Ford GG Rhinestone Crystal Kitten Heels Black & Grey
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The small/kitten heels feature a pointed toe made of satin and adorned with the Gucci "GG" pattern in black and grey.
Category
1990s Italian Shoes
NIB Gucci x Ken Scott Horsebit Pomponica Knee High Floral Kitten Heel Boots 36
$1,039Sale Price|42% Off
NIB Gucci x Ken Scott Horsebit Pomponica Knee High Floral Kitten Heel Boots 36
By Alessandro Michele, Gucci
Located in Mechanicsville, VA
Gucci x Ken Scott Horsebit Knee High Floral Boots Infinity Pomponica New, in original box, with dust bags Color Multi (Pink / Green / Yellow) Size 36EU 6US Printed leather upper Le...
Category
2010s Shoes
Gucci Tom Ford FW 2000 Runway Black Suede Gold Jewel Slingback Kitten Heels 7B
By Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in San Jose, CA
A true early-2000s Gucci runway design, these slingback pumps showcase bold crystal appliqué detailing and sculpted wooden kitten heels.
Category
Early 2000s Italian Shoes
S/S 1998 Gucci by Tom Ford Runway Ad Square Rhinestone G Logo Kitten Heels 8 1/2
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The small/kitten heels feature a pointed toe made of satin and adorned with the Gucci "GG" pattern in black and grey.
Category
1990s Italian Shoes
Hanae Mori 1980s Lips Print Dress
By Hanae Mori
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Style this with a Versace handbag and some Gucci kitten heels to complete the look. In excellent vintage condition, please see photos.
Category
1980s European Day Dresses
Recent Sales
Gucci Ivory Suede Kitten Low Heels
By Gucci
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gucci ivory colored suede kitten Low heels with silver horsebit Size Marked: 7.5 1 Inch Heel Good Vintage Condition:Please remember all clothes are previously owned and gently worn...
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Gucci GG Crystal Embellished Mesh Black Slingback Kitten Heels EU 38
By Gucci
Located in Montreal, Quebec
The pumps are part of Gucci’s Aria collection and feature black mesh construction with GG crystal embellishments, tonal suede details, pointed square toe, a leather sole, back buckle...
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Gucci Blue Metallic Spiked Leather UNIA Strap Kitten Heels
By Gucci
Located in San Francisco, CA
Gucci UNIA pumps come in metallic navy blue leather with gold tone studs and spikes, signature red, white, and blue striped strap, and faux bamboo kitten heel.
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GUCCI Vintage fuschia pink gold horsebut peep toe kitten heel EU36
By Gucci
Located in Hong Kong, NT
GUCCI Vintage fuschia pink gold horsebut peep toe kitten heel EU36 Reference: CELG/A00365 Brand: Gucci Material: Leather, Metal Color: Pink, Gold Pattern: Solid Lining: Purple Leathe...
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GUCCI Pre-Fall 2016 Black Red Leather Heart Pointed Toe Kitten Heel Pumps NIB
By Alessandro Michele, Gucci
Located in Thiensville, WI
GUCCI Pre-Fall 2016 Black Red Leather Heart Pointed Toe Kitten Heel Pumps NIB Brand / Manufacturer: Gucci Collection: Pre-Fall 2016 Designer: Alessandro Michele Style: Kitten heel ...
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2010s Italian Heels
Gucci Logo w/ Silver Detail & Orange Leather Trim Slide Size 38.5
By Gucci
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
These gorgeous leather Gucci logo kitten heels/mules' will be a perfect shoe to add to any luxury collection.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Low Heels
Gucci Leather Zumi Kitten Heel Ankle Boots
By Gucci
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Don't miss the opportunity to make these Gucci Leather Zumi Kitten Heel Ankle Boots a part of your wardrobe.
Category
2010s Italian Shoes
Dolce & Gabbana 90s Pinstripe Blazer Suit
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Style this with a Jean Paul Gaultier top, some Gucci kitten heels and a Fendi baguette to complete the look.
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GUCCI Size 10 Black & Red Patent Leather Kitten Heeled Thong Sandals
By Gucci
Located in San Francisco, CA
GUCCI sandals feature a black patent leather Monogram emblem thong strap, red leather sole, and stacked kitten heel.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Sandals
Gucci Brown Leather Thong Sandal with Bamboo Detail & Kitten Heel - 39.5
By Gucci
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Gucci Brown Leather Thong Sandal with Bamboo Detail & Kitten Heel.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Sandals
GUCCI Flora black floral print silk twist bow kitten heel mule sandals EU36 US6
By Gucci
Located in Hong Kong, NT
GUCCI Flora black floral print silk twist bow kitten heel mule sandals EU36 US6 Reference: CELG/A00228 Brand: Gucci Model: Floral mule Material: Silk Color: Black Pattern: Flor...
Category
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GUCCI Tom Ford Vintage dark brown GG monogram kitten heel boots EU35.5
By Gucci, Tom Ford
Located in Hong Kong, NT
GUCCI Tom Ford Vintage dark brown GG monogram kitten heel boots EU35.5 Reference: MSPG/A00002 Brand: Gucci Designer: Tom Ford Material: Fabric, Leather Color: Brown Pattern: Monogram...
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1990s Italian Boots
NIB Vintage Gucci Horsebit Wine Leather Pointed Toe Kitten Heel Pumps Mules 8.5
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in Mechanicsville, VA
Vintage Gucci Horsebit Pointed Toe Mules Color Wine New, in box, with dustbag Size 8.5US Leather upper Leather sole Slip on style Pointed toebox Low heel Horsebit hardware with soft ...
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S/S 1998 Gucci by Tom Ford Red Alligator Crystal G Kitten Heels Size Size 37 C
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The small/kitten heels feature a pointed toe made of red crocodile/alligator.
Category
1990s Italian Shoes
S/S 2002 Gucci by Tom Ford 2.75" Bamboo Kitten Heel Sandals
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
TheRealList presents: a sleek pair of bamboo Gucci kitten heels, designed by Tom Ford. This pair of sandal heels were released as part of Ford's Spring/Summer 2002 collection.
Category
Early 2000s Italian Shoes
2000's Tom Ford era Gucci Horse bit Baby Pink Kitten Mules - Sandal High Heels
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Sheffield, GB
Darling Gucci by Tom Ford 2000's Jacquard monogram & baby pink leather horsebit kitten mules !
Category
Early 2000s Italian Low Heels
Gucci Exotic Skin Turquoise Aqua Skin Bamboo Chain Mules Kitten Heels Shoes
By Gucci
Located in Switzerland, CH
GORGEOUS GUCCI TURQUOISE MULES MADE OUT OF REAL CROCODILE SKIN - NO PRINT! DETAILS: A GUCCI signature piece that will last you for years Perfect for the coming summer Beautiful tu...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Shoes
Vintage Gucci Flora Horsebit Slip On Kitten Heel Mules Sandals 6.5
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in Mechanicsville, VA
Vintage Gucci Flora Horsebit Slip On Kitten Heeled Mules 6.5 Color White Multi Size 6.5US Heel Height 2.75in Satin upper Leather sole Slip on style Medium heel height Signature flo...
Category
Early 2000s Shoes
Gucci by Tom Ford gold kitten heel knee high boots, fw 2000
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in London, GB
▪ Gucci gold knee high boots ▪ Designed by Tom Ford ▪ Neoprene shaft with a geometric print in gold, brown, beige and cream ▪ Tan leather vamp ▪ Gold toe cap ▪ Gold chain fasteni...
Category
Early 2000s Italian Boots
Gucci Monogram Pink Kitten Heels - Size 38
By Gucci
Located in Antwerp, BE
Good preloved condition Gucci Monogram Pink Kitten Heels - Size 38 Give any ensemble true Carrie Bradshaw vibes and get these gorgeous Gucci kitten heels.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Shoes
Gucci Blue Leather Zumi Slingback Kitten Pump Size 36
By Gucci
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Wonderfully-crafted shoes added with notable elements to fit well and pair perfectly with all your plans. Make these Gucci Zumi pumps yours today!
Category
2010s Heels
Gold Studded Patent Leather Pointed Toe Kitten Heel Slingback Sandals Size 36
By Gucci
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
These feminine-looking flats from the house of Gucci are crafted from gold patent leather. They feature studded pointed toes, slingbacks and kitten heels.
Category
2010s Italian Sandals
Gucci Black Canvas GG Logo Sandals Size 38.5
By Gucci
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Set on comfortable kitten heels, these Gucci sandals feature a thong silhouette.
Category
2010s Italian Sandals
Gucci Black Leather Capri Kitten Heel Sandals Size 38
By Gucci
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
The slides carry comfortable leather insoles and a set of 7.5 cm kitten heels.
Category
2010s Italian Low Heels
NEW Vintage Gucci Gray Suede Shoes Chain Detail Kitten Heels Medallion 7.5 B
By Gucci
Located in Portland, OR
These gray suede Gucci vintage shoes have never been worn. They have the Gucci medallion and chain detail, 1 and 3/4 inch kitten heels, and quilted satin insoles.
Category
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Gucci Blue Leather Zumi Slingback Kitten Pump Size 36
By Gucci
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Wonderfully-crafted shoes added with notable elements to fit well and pair perfectly with all your plans. Make these Gucci Zumi pumps yours today!
Category
2010s Italian Heels
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By Gucci
Located in Montreal, Quebec
The pumps are part of Gucci’s Aria collection and feature beige mesh construction with GG crystal embellishments, tonal suede details, pointed square toe, a leather sole, back buckle...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Shoes
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Gucci Kitten Heel For Sale on 1stDibs
On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate vintage or contemporary gucci kitten heel for your needs in our varied inventory. If you’re looking for an option in Black and you’re unable to find the right fit, there are plenty of variations in Brown, Blue and more. Finding the perfect gucci kitten heel may mean sifting through those that were made during different time periods — popular versions were made as early as the 20th Century and a newer one, made as recently as the 21st Century, can also be found on the site. Finding a gucci kitten heel for sale for women should be easy, but there are 1 pieces available to browse for men as well.
How Much is a Gucci Kitten Heel?
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Long before trend-bucking creative director Alessandro Michele brought his hallucinatory “Utopian Fantasy” campaign to Gucci, it was a modest Italian leather shop. Today, it’s an internationally renowned luxury house with an iconic logo, and vintage Gucci clothing, handbags and shoes are among high fashion's most covetable goods.
Guccio Gucci (1881–1953) admired the stylish suitcases he saw wealthy guests arrive with at the Savoy Hotel in London, where he worked as a bellhop. So, in 1921, after a stint at Franzi, a luggage company in his hometown of Florence, he opened a leather goods shop of his own.
At first, Gucci’s Florence business specialized in equestrian accessories. But as its reputation flourished, particularly among the English aristocracy, so too did its footprint. In 1938, he brought three of his sons — Aldo, Vasco and Rodolfo — into the business and expanded it to Rome and later Milan. In the mid-1930s, a League of Nations embargo against Italy pushed Gucci to experiment with alternatives to imported leather. Its woven hemp fabric from Naples, adorned with the brand’s signature diamond print, was a hit, especially among A-list celebrities. The material was first used on suitcases before finding enduring popularity on handbags. (No list of revered designer purses would be complete without Gucci.)
In the 1950s, Elizabeth Taylor carried one of Gucci’s bamboo-handled tote bags, another adaptation to material rationing. After Jackie Kennedy was seen sporting a slouchy Gucci tote in 1961, it was renamed for the First Lady. Then Grace Kelly, on a visit to the boutique in Milan, inspired Rodolfo Gucci to work with Italian illustrator and Gucci textile designer Vittorio Accornero on the Flora print in 1966. Taking cues from Sandro Botticelli’s Primavera, with its pattern of flora and insects, it was painted entirely by hand and featured no fewer than 37 colors.
In 1953, just 15 days after opening his first store on New York’s 5th Avenue, Guccio passed away at 72. The early 1970s saw store openings in Tokyo and Hong Kong, but by the late 1980s, Gucci was floundering. Rodolfo Gucci took charge in 1982, but family drama and lawsuits ensued. In 1993, Rodolfo’s son, Maurizio, transferred his shares in the company to Investcorp, ending the family’s involvement in Gucci. Dawn Mello, then-president of Bergdorf Goodman, joined as creative director in 1989. But it was Tom Ford, who took over as creative director in 1994, who ultimately revived the brand.
Ford’s racy ads, shot by photographers such as Mario Testino, stirred controversy. And his potent vision of sexed-up femininity — with “jewel-toned satin shirts unbuttoned to there,” as Vogue described his breakthrough 1995 runway show — was wildly successful. The new millennium brought new ownership — Pinault Printemps Redoute in 2004 — and a more toned-down vision from Frida Giannini, who became sole creative director in 2006. Alessandro Michele was named creative director in 2015, and the storied brand took a giant leap forward.
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