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Christian Louboutin Simple Pump

Christian Louboutin Suede Simple Pump IT 37
Christian Louboutin Suede Simple Pump IT 37

Christian Louboutin Suede Simple Pump IT 37

By Christian Louboutin

Located in Gazzaniga (BG), IT

Beautiful and chic Louboutin's décolleté Suede Black color Heel height cm 8,5 (3,34 inches) With

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Shoes

Christian Louboutin EU40 Fifi 100 Black Suede Pristine
Christian Louboutin EU40 Fifi 100 Black Suede Pristine

Christian Louboutin EU40 Fifi 100 Black Suede Pristine

By Christian Louboutin

Located in PARIS, FR

Christian Louboutin Fifi model pumps (or Simple Pumps) in black suede, small platform in front

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Christian Louboutin Black Simple 30cla1202 Pumps
Christian Louboutin Black Simple 30cla1202 Pumps

Christian Louboutin Black Simple 30cla1202 Pumps

By Christian Louboutin

Located in Forest Hills, NY

This item will ship immediately!! Previously owned. Made In: Italy Size: 36 Heel height: 3.5" Signs of Wear: Creasing of the leather surface of the shoes. Light scuffs on the heels a...

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Christian Louboutin Green Suede Simple Pumps Size 37
Christian Louboutin Green Suede Simple Pumps Size 37

Christian Louboutin Green Suede Simple Pumps Size 37

By Christian Louboutin

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Curvaceous arches a feminine appeal and a well built structure define this set of designer pumps

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Christian Louboutin Beige Patent Simple Pumps Size 38.5
Christian Louboutin Beige Patent Simple Pumps Size 38.5

Christian Louboutin Beige Patent Simple Pumps Size 38.5

By Christian Louboutin

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Make a statement with these designer pumps for women. Impeccably crafted, these chic heels offer

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Christian Louboutin Beige Patent Simple Pumps Size 38.5
Christian Louboutin Beige Patent Simple Pumps Size 38.5

Christian Louboutin Beige Patent Simple Pumps Size 38.5

By Christian Louboutin

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Make a statement with these designer pumps for women. Impeccably crafted, these chic heels offer

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Christian Louboutin Black Simple 85 Kid 27clz0114 Pumps
Christian Louboutin Black Simple 85 Kid 27clz0114 Pumps

Christian Louboutin Black Simple 85 Kid 27clz0114 Pumps

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Size: EU 38 (Approx. US 8) Regular (M,

Christian Louboutin Black Simple 85 Kid 27clz0114 Pumps

By Christian Louboutin

Located in Forest Hills, NY

Date Code/Serial Number: Simple Pump 85 Kid Made In: Italy Size: 38EU OVERALL GOOD CONDITION ( 7

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Christian Louboutin Black Leather New Simple Pumps Size 37.5
Christian Louboutin Black Leather New Simple Pumps Size 37.5

Christian Louboutin Black Leather New Simple Pumps Size 37.5

By Christian Louboutin

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

If you are seeking something simple yet classy, then this pair of Christian Louboutin pumps is an

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2010s Italian High Heels

Christian Louboutin Black Patent Simple Pump 45clr0627 Sandals
Christian Louboutin Black Patent Simple Pump 45clr0627 Sandals

Christian Louboutin Black Patent Simple Pump 45clr0627 Sandals

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Size: EU 38 (Approx. US 8) Regular (M,

Christian Louboutin Black Patent Simple Pump 45clr0627 Sandals

By Christian Louboutin

Located in Forest Hills, NY

Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 10" Width: 3.25" Height: 5.25 " OVERALL EXCELLENT +/ LIKE NEW CONDITION ( 9.5/10 or A+) Retail $695 Size 38 Signs of Wear: Exterior: light marks....

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Christian Louboutin Black Patent Leather Simple Pumps Size 37
Christian Louboutin Black Patent Leather Simple Pumps Size 37

Christian Louboutin Black Patent Leather Simple Pumps Size 37

By Christian Louboutin

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

These pumps from Christian Louboutin are meant to be a loved choice. Wonderfully crafted and

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Christian Louboutin Beige Patent Leather Simple Pumps Size 37.5
Christian Louboutin Beige Patent Leather Simple Pumps Size 37.5

Christian Louboutin Beige Patent Leather Simple Pumps Size 37.5

By Christian Louboutin

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

These ultra-chic and timeless pumps from Christian Louboutin are a must have in your shoe closet

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Christian Louboutin Beige Patent Leather Simple Pumps Size 40
Christian Louboutin Beige Patent Leather Simple Pumps Size 40

Christian Louboutin Beige Patent Leather Simple Pumps Size 40

By Christian Louboutin

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Exuding femininity and elegance these pumps feature a chic silhouette with an attractive design

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Christian Louboutin Black Leather New Simple Pumps Size 36.5
Christian Louboutin Black Leather New Simple Pumps Size 36.5

Christian Louboutin Black Leather New Simple Pumps Size 36.5

By Christian Louboutin

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Exhibit an elegant style with this pair of pumps. These elegant shoes are crafted from quality

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Christian Louboutin Beige Water Snake New Simple Pumps Size 39.5
Christian Louboutin Beige Water Snake New Simple Pumps Size 39.5

Christian Louboutin Beige Water Snake New Simple Pumps Size 39.5

By Christian Louboutin

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Make a chic style statement with these designer pumps. They showcase sturdy heels and durable soles

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CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN navy blue suede SIMPLE PUMP 85 Pumps Shoes 37.5
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN navy blue suede SIMPLE PUMP 85 Pumps Shoes 37.5

CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN navy blue suede SIMPLE PUMP 85 Pumps Shoes 37.5

By Christian Louboutin

Located in Zürich, CH

100% authentic Christian Louboutin 'Simple Pump' round-toe Classic Pumps in navy blue suede. Have

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Christian Louboutin Patent Leather Simple Pumps
Christian Louboutin Patent Leather Simple Pumps

Christian Louboutin Patent Leather Simple Pumps

By Christian Louboutin

Located in London, GB

Christian Louboutin Patent Leather Simple Pumps Black heels crafted from patent leather with a

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Black Christian Louboutin Patent Leather Simple Pump
Black Christian Louboutin Patent Leather Simple Pump

Black Christian Louboutin Patent Leather Simple Pump

By Christian Louboutin

Located in New York, NY

Product details: Black patent leather pumps by Christian Louboutin. Round toe. Iconic red sole

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CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN black leather SIMPLE PUMP Pumps Shoes 40
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN black leather SIMPLE PUMP Pumps Shoes 40

CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN black leather SIMPLE PUMP Pumps Shoes 40

By Christian Louboutin

Located in Zürich, CH

100% authentic Christian Louboutin Simple round-toe pumps in black leather featuring signature red

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CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN black leather SIMPLE Pumps Shoes 38.5
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN black leather SIMPLE Pumps Shoes 38.5

CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN black leather SIMPLE Pumps Shoes 38.5

By Christian Louboutin

Located in Zürich, CH

100% authentic Christian Louboutin Simple round-toe pumps in black matte leather featuring

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Christian Louboutin Nude Simple Pumps Size EU 40.5
Christian Louboutin Nude Simple Pumps Size EU 40.5

Christian Louboutin Nude Simple Pumps Size EU 40.5

By Christian Louboutin

Located in Amman, JO

Timeless elegance meets modern edge with the Christian Louboutin Bianca Platform Pumps in glossy

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Christian Louboutin Brown Leather Simple Pumps Size IT 39.5
Christian Louboutin Brown Leather Simple Pumps Size IT 39.5

Christian Louboutin Brown Leather Simple Pumps Size IT 39.5

By Christian Louboutin

Located in London, GB

front left shoe and to the right topline of the right shoe on this used Christian Louboutin designer

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Christian Louboutin Black Patent Simple 70 Pumps Size IT 38
Christian Louboutin Black Patent Simple 70 Pumps Size IT 38

Christian Louboutin Black Patent Simple 70 Pumps Size IT 38

By Christian Louboutin

Located in London, GB

leather Pumps Mid heel Almond toe Signature used Christian Louboutin red outsoles Leather

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Christian Louboutin Black Patent Leather Simple Pump Sz 41 W/ DB
Christian Louboutin Black Patent Leather Simple Pump Sz 41 W/ DB

Christian Louboutin Black Patent Leather Simple Pump Sz 41 W/ DB

By Christian Louboutin

Located in New York, NY

Christian Louboutin Black Patent Leather Simple Pump Sz 41 W/ DB Made In: Italy Color: Black

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CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Black Patent 70mm Simple Pumps sz 36.5
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Black Patent 70mm Simple Pumps sz 36.5

CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Black Patent 70mm Simple Pumps sz 36.5

By Christian Louboutin

Located in New York, NY

Christian Louboutin Black Patent 70mm Simple Pumps Made in: Italy Color: Black and red

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Heels

Christian Louboutin Black Patent Leather Simple Pumps 70 sz 37.5
Christian Louboutin Black Patent Leather Simple Pumps 70 sz 37.5

Christian Louboutin Black Patent Leather Simple Pumps 70 sz 37.5

By Christian Louboutin

Located in New York, NY

Christian Louboutin Black Patent Leather Simple Pump 70 sz 37.5 Made In: Italy Year of Production

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Christian Louboutin Simple Pump.
Christian Louboutin Simple Pump.

Christian Louboutin Simple Pump.

By Christian Louboutin

Located in By Appointment Only, GB

Christian Louboutin Simple Pump. Navy Calf Leather. Very Smart Classic Pump. Pre-owned Good

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Shoes

Christian Louboutin Simple Pump.  Dark Brown Calf Leather.
Christian Louboutin Simple Pump.  Dark Brown Calf Leather.

Christian Louboutin Simple Pump. Dark Brown Calf Leather.

By Christian Louboutin

Located in By Appointment Only, GB

Christian Louboutin Simple Pump. Dark Brown Calf Leather. Very Smart Classic Pump. Pre-owned

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Shoes

Christian Louboutin Simple Pumps Suede
Christian Louboutin Simple Pumps Suede

Christian Louboutin Simple Pumps Suede

By Christian Louboutin

Located in San Diego, CA

" heel. Classic round toe make it a perfect pump that can be worn with a dress or a pair of denim.

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Heels

Christian Louboutin Beige Patent Leather Simple Pumps Size 37.5
Christian Louboutin Beige Patent Leather Simple Pumps Size 37.5

Christian Louboutin Beige Patent Leather Simple Pumps Size 37.5

By Christian Louboutin

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Louboutin Simple pumps are the one. Crafted from patent leather in a beige shade, they are designed with

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2010s Italian High Heels

Christian Louboutin Black Patent Leather Simple Pumps Size 40
Christian Louboutin Black Patent Leather Simple Pumps Size 40

Christian Louboutin Black Patent Leather Simple Pumps Size 40

By Christian Louboutin

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Louboutin Simple pumps are the one. Crafted from patent leather in a black shade, they are designed with

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2010s Italian High Heels

Christian Louboutin Beige Patent Leather New Simple Pumps Size 36.5
Christian Louboutin Beige Patent Leather New Simple Pumps Size 36.5

Christian Louboutin Beige Patent Leather New Simple Pumps Size 36.5

By Christian Louboutin

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Pamper your feet with this pair of Christian Louboutin Simple pumps. Minimal in design, it comes

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Christian Louboutin Beige Patent Leather New Simple Pumps Size 36.5
Christian Louboutin Beige Patent Leather New Simple Pumps Size 36.5

Christian Louboutin Beige Patent Leather New Simple Pumps Size 36.5

By Christian Louboutin

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Pamper your feet with this pair of Christian Louboutin Simple pumps. Minimal in design, it comes

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Christian Louboutin Black Leather "Simple Pump"
Christian Louboutin Black Leather "Simple Pump"

Christian Louboutin Black Leather "Simple Pump"

By Christian Louboutin

Located in Narberth, PA

Round Toe Sturdy Stiletto Heel Tan Leather Interior Wear Consistent to Age on Bottom of Shoe 3.5" Inch Sole 4.5" Inch Heel EU Size 38 equates to US Size 7.5

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Christian Louboutin Metallic Print Patent Simple Pump
Christian Louboutin Metallic Print Patent Simple Pump

Christian Louboutin Metallic Print Patent Simple Pump

By Christian Louboutin

Located in San Francisco, CA

Offered is this very unique Christian Louboutin patent pump in a metallic navy and grey pattern

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Find the exact vintage or contemporary christian louboutin simple pump you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Black is a pretty popular color, but we also have Beige, Brown, Pink and more in stock now. Finding a christian louboutin simple pump for sale for women should be easy, but there are 1 pieces available to browse for men as well.

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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.

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Shoes offered by the likes of Versace, Chanel, Charles Jourdan or Prada are integral to completing your carefully orchestrated street-style or evening ensemble these days, but footwear wasn’t always the big deal it is for your average Adidas enthusiast.

The decorative floor-length gowns that upper-class women of the 18th century wore meant that their shoes, then likely featuring high curved heels finished with woven or embroidered silks — a sharp contrast to the heavy, rudimentary form of the era’s footwear for men — were partially or entirely obscured by the base of their ornate dresses. What good is fashion if it’s tucked away?

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