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CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Markesling 130 tan brown laser cut peep toe bootie EU39
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Markesling 130 tan brown laser cut peep toe bootie EU39 Reference: TGAS/B00796 Brand: Christian Louboutin Model: Laser cut slingback heel Material: Leather, Wood ...
$120Sale Price|50% Off
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Lady Peep 130 fuchsia hot pink platform high heel shoes EU36
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Lady Peep 130 fuchsia hot pink platform high heel shoes EU36 Reference: TGAS/A03402 Brand: Christian Louboutin Model: Lady Peep 130 Material: Patent Leather Color...
Christian Louboutin Arkendisc Alta 130 Sandals Sz 38
Located in Paradise Island, BS
The 'Arkendisc Alta' sandals are made from silver leather and feature a bold rainbow strap. They're set on a dramatic 130mm block heel that's balanced by a 35mm platform and have the...
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Tsar 130 black embroidered lace flower satin platform EU37
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Tsar 130 black embroidered lace flower satin platform EU37 CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Tsar 130.
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Forever Tina 130 black suede fringe platform boots EU37.5
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Forever Tina 130 black suede fringe platform boots EU37.5 Reference: LNKO/A02104 Brand: Christian Louboutin Model: Forever Tina 130 Material: Suede Color: Black P...
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Forever Tina 130 black suede fringe platform boots EU37.5
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Forever Tina 130 black suede fringe platform boots EU37.5 Reference: LNKO/A02104 Brand: Christian Louboutin Model: Forever Tina 130 Material: Suede Color: Black P...
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Bianca 130 beige brown scaled leather platform pump EU36.5
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Bianca 130 beige brown scaled leather platform pump EU36.5 Brand: Christian Louboutin Designer: Christian Louboutin Model Name / Style: Bianca 130 Material: Leath...
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Hot Chick 130 patent scalloped topline stiletto pumps EU37.5
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Hot Chick 130 black patent scalloped topline stiletto pumps EU37.5 Reference: MELK/A00255 Brand: Christian Louboutin Model: Hot Chick 130 Material: Leather Color:...
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Lady Peep 130 shocking pink patent peep platform pump EU36
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Lady Peep 130 shocking pink patent peep platform pump EU36 Reference: TGAS/A03402 Brand: Christian Louboutin Designer: Christian Louboutin Model: Lady Peep 13...
new CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Dirditta 130 nude beige patent round toe platform EU35.5
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Hong Kong, NT
new CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Dirditta 130 nude beige patent round toe platform EU35.5 Brand: Christian Louboutin Designer: Christian Louboutin Model Name / Style: Dirditta 130 Material: P...
new CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Bianca 130 purple suede almond toe platform pump EU37
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Hong Kong, NT
new CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Bianca 130 purple suede almond toe platform pump EU37 CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Bianca 140.
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Markesling 130 tan brown laser cut peep toe bootie EU39
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Markesling 130 tan brown laser cut peep toe bootie EU39 Reference: TGAS/B00796 Brand: Christian Louboutin Designer: Christian Louboutin Model: Laser cut sling...
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Markesling 130 tan brown laser cut peep toe bootie EU39
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Markesling 130 tan brown laser cut peep toe bootie EU39 Reference: TGAS/B00796 Brand: Christian Louboutin Model: Laser cut slingback heel Material: Leather, Wood ...
new CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Hot Chick 130 neon pink patent pigalle pumps heel EU37
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Hong Kong, NT
new CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Hot Chick 130 neon pink patent pigalle pumps heel EU37 CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Hot Chick 130.
new CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Senora 130 pink satin abstract print T-strap sandal EU37
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Hong Kong, NT
new CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Senora 130 pink satin abstract print T-strap sandal EU37 Brand: Christian Louboutin Designer: Christian Louboutin Model Name / Style: Senora 130 Material: Sil...
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Stage Lace 110 leather lace square toe platform boot EU42
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Stage Lace 110 black glossy leather red lace square toe platform boot EU42 Reference: TGAS/F00145 Brand: Christian Louboutin Model: Stage Lace 130 Collection: SS2...
new CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Ferme Rouge 100 red suede cut out leopard heel pump EU40
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Hong Kong, NT
new CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Ferme Rouge 100 red suede cut out leopard heel pump EU40 CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Ferme Rouge 130.
Christian Louboutin Mallorca 130 Espadrille Wedges
By Christian Louboutin
Located in San Diego, CA
Just in time for summer! These Christian Louboutin 'Mallorca 130' heels will compliment any wardrobe whether you're donning a dress or a fabulous pair of wide leg jeans these wedges ...
Christian Louboutin Menorca 130 Gingham Espadrille Wedges
By Christian Louboutin
Located in San Diego, CA
Perfect for spring! These Christian Louboutin Menorca espadrille wedges are the epitome of all things girly! These wedges feature a pink/white gingham print throughout, buckle closur...
Beautiful Vintage White Sheer Pearl + Beads + Sequins Encrusted Shawl Scarf
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage white sheer oversized piano shawl / scarf! Feature thousands of hand-sewn pearl, beads, rhinestones and sequins. Pearl tassels feature pink iridescent pailliettes o...
Christian Dior Low Back Silk Dress
By Christian Dior
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous off white silk dress from Christian Dior 2012 collection. It has a full skirt, waistband and 2 straps crossing the back attaching to the dress with hidden buttons. The dr...
1996Jean Paul Gaultier Velvet Gown with Large Fabric Beads
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Austin, TX
1996 Jean Paul Gaultier maroon velvet evening gown with long straps and extra large fabric covered beads - 6 1/2" L x 1 1/4" W. 29" bust, 32" waist, 32.5" hips, 59" length. Co...
Gucci Alligator and Leather Boots Rare Fall Winter 2005 Sz 8
By Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Worn Twice Uppers are Perfect 2005 Runway Show * Gucci * U.S. Size: 8 * Soft Brown Leather * Alligator Uppers * Gold Buckle * 4.25" Heel * Gold Leather Lining * With Gucci Boot Dust ...
S/S 2004 Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford Croc Lace Up White Ankle Boot 4.5" EU39
By Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting an iconic pair of Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche crocodile skin-lined bootie heels designed by Tom Ford. These stunning shoes first debuted on the Spring/Summer 2004 runwa...
$441
Size: UK 8 & UK 10 / (Medium)
Ethereal 2000’s Vintage Floaty Pink & Lime Green Asymmetric Beaded Silk Dress
Located in Sheffield, GB
An early 2000’s Vintage beaded Silk dress. Crafted in a bias-cut Silk chiffon, in ombré Silk sunset colours. The dress is beautifully hand-beaded and sequinned in neon green and hot...
ROBERTO CAVALLI S/s 2003 Parrot And Tropical Print Crossback Dress Gown Size S
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in 上海市, Xuhui district
Size S
$1,325Sale Price|45% Off
Size: 36.5
New Gucci 90th Anniversary Ad Runway Python Skakeskin Pump Heels Sz 36.5 $2425
By Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Gucci Brand New From Gucci's 90th anniversary Fall Runway show, Frida Giannini cited her influence was Anjelica Huston $2425 * Python Heels * Rare Ad Runway Heels * Size: 36.5 * Ye...
Roberto Cavalli 2003 Runway Cut-Out Silk Gown Showstopper Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Berlin, BE
Holy Grail Archival Cavalli Gown Thie beautiful Roberto Cavalli’s Spring/Summer 2003 gown is an exquisite statement in feminine allure, a masterpiece of fluid elegance. Well documen...
Prada Blue Silk Top with Neck Drape
By Prada, Miuccia Prada
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous navy blue silk top from Prada. It is semi fitted, sleeveless with a crew neck. An 11" drape falls from one side of the neckline. It has a back invisible zipper. Fits siz...
Moschino Leather Jacket with Mirror Trim 1990s
By Moschino
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous black leather jacket from Moschino. It is open in front with the pocket flaps, cuffs and jacket edges outlined in 3 rows of small square mirrors. It is fully lined and ha...
$3,996Sale Price|20% Off
F/W 2005 Roberto Cavalli Ming Vase Print Studded Purple Flare Chinoiserie Gown
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting an incredible purple and white chinoiserie print Roberto Cavalli gown. From the Fall/Winter 2005 collection, this Asian-inspired print depicting dragons and floral element...
Roberto Cavalli c.2005 Bustier Abstract Print Train Maxi Evening Dress Gown
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Roberto Cavalli c.2005 Bustier Bra Abstract Print Train Maxi Evening Dress Gown IT 42
$1,195Sale Price|35% Off
Size: 8.5
New Tom Ford for Gucci Satin Runway Sarah Jessica Parker Heels Pumps Sz 8.5
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Tom Ford For Gucci Heels Brand New As Seen on Sarah Jessica Parker * Stunning in Silver Satin * Size: 8.5 * Black Satin Bow at Front * Leather Insole * Zips up the Back * 4" Heel ...
Pierre Balmain Bodycon Dress with Sheer Shoulders and Waist
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous black bandage dress from Pierre Balmain. It has a stand up collar, long sleeves and is fitted through to the hips. There are fabulous horizontal sheer panels around the sh...
Christian Dior by John Galliano F/W 2007 Gray Embellished Draped Evening Gown
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Stunning Dior evening gown from the F/W 2007 collection, designed by John Galliano. Crafted in soft gray silk with intricate draping, sculptural pleating, and hand-applied beading th...
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?
Our modern age’s legions of sneakerheads might have trouble tracking down a pair of black-and-gold vintage Jordans but can at least fill their dream closets with original Adidas Gazelles or 1980s New Balances if they put the time in, while 1990s-era Prada pumps or a good pair of mid-20th-century jewel-tone heels in satin or silk haven’t lost their allure with today’s nostalgic fashionistas.
A pair of shoes can commemorate an achievement, mark an important trip overseas and is sometimes a rich manifestation of a hard-won physical feat. On 1stDibs, find Chanel flats or two-tone heels, Christian Dior pumps, vintage Margiela Tabi boots and many more designer shoes today.