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Christian Louboutin Crystal Decora Strass Pumps Size IT 38.5
Christian Louboutin Crystal Decora Strass Pumps Size IT 38.5

Christian Louboutin Crystal Decora Strass Pumps Size IT 38.5

By Christian Louboutin

Located in London, GB

abrasions on this used Christian Louboutin designer resale item. These shoes come with the original dust bag

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21st Century and Contemporary British Heels

Christian Louboutin Crystal Decora Strass Pumps Size IT 38.5
Christian Louboutin Crystal Decora Strass Pumps Size IT 38.5

Christian Louboutin Crystal Decora Strass Pumps Size IT 38.5

By Christian Louboutin

Located in London, GB

abrasions on this used Christian Louboutin designer resale item. These shoes come with the original dust bag

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21st Century and Contemporary Heels

Christian Louboutin Crystal Decora Strass Pumps Size IT 38.5
Christian Louboutin Crystal Decora Strass Pumps Size IT 38.5

Christian Louboutin Crystal Decora Strass Pumps Size IT 38.5

By Christian Louboutin

Located in London, GB

abrasions on this used Christian Louboutin designer resale item. These shoes come with the original dust bag

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21st Century and Contemporary British Heels

Christian Louboutin Beige Crystal Mesh Pumps - Size 37.5
Christian Louboutin Beige Crystal Mesh Pumps - Size 37.5

Christian Louboutin Beige Crystal Mesh Pumps - Size 37.5

By Christian Louboutin

Located in Krakow, PL

Step out in style with these stunning Christian Louboutin beige mesh pumps! These elegant shoes

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Christian Louboutin Louis Orlato Crystal size 38
Christian Louboutin Louis Orlato Crystal size 38

Christian Louboutin Louis Orlato Crystal size 38

By Christian Louboutin

Located in Gazzaniga (BG), IT

Suede Black color Completely adorned with black crystals Laced Original price around euro 2495

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Christian Louboutin Spikaqueen Crystal Pumps Leather in Yellow
Christian Louboutin Spikaqueen Crystal Pumps Leather in Yellow

Christian Louboutin Spikaqueen Crystal Pumps Leather in Yellow

By Christian Louboutin

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Christian Louboutin Spikaqueen Crystal Pumps Leather in Yellow. Clear upper with crystals, Leather

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Heels

CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Galavati Strass 85 iridescent mesh crystal heels EU36.5
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Galavati Strass 85 iridescent mesh crystal heels EU36.5

CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Galavati Strass 85 iridescent mesh crystal heels EU36.5

By Christian Louboutin

Located in Hong Kong, NT

CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Galavati Strass 85 silver iridescent mesh crystal heels EU36.5 Reference: TGAS

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Christian Louboutin Follies Strass Crystal Pumps Mesh and Leather in Nude
Christian Louboutin Follies Strass Crystal Pumps Mesh and Leather in Nude

Christian Louboutin Follies Strass Crystal Pumps Mesh and Leather in Nude

By Christian Louboutin

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Christian Louboutin Follies Strass Crystal Pumps Mesh and Leather in Nude. Additional information

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Christian Louboutin Womens Strass Lady Claude 120 Pumps US 8 EU 38 Red Crystal
Christian Louboutin Womens Strass Lady Claude 120 Pumps US 8 EU 38 Red Crystal

Christian Louboutin Womens Strass Lady Claude 120 Pumps US 8 EU 38 Red Crystal

By Christian Louboutin

Located in Miami, FL

- Red exterior - Tagged size 38 - No box - 120mm heel Condition: The heels are in overall great condition with no major imperfections Measurements: ( Approximately In Inc...

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Christian Louboutin Donaflor 100 Embellished Velvet Mules-Size 40.5 NEW
Christian Louboutin Donaflor 100 Embellished Velvet Mules-Size 40.5 NEW

Christian Louboutin Donaflor 100 Embellished Velvet Mules-Size 40.5 NEW

By Christian Louboutin

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Christian Louboutin Donaflor Velvet Crystal Heel Mule Sandal Size 40.5 The retail of this shoe is

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Christian Louboutin Follies Strass Crystal Embellished Mesh Pumps
Christian Louboutin Follies Strass Crystal Embellished Mesh Pumps

Christian Louboutin Follies Strass Crystal Embellished Mesh Pumps

By Christian Dior

Located in London, GB

We Adore - Christian Louboutin Follies Strass Crystal Embellished Mesh Pumps Crafted in sheer mesh

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René Caovilla Butterfly Crystal Sandals IT 37, 5
René Caovilla Butterfly Crystal Sandals IT 37, 5

René Caovilla Butterfly Crystal Sandals IT 37, 5

$282Sale Price|20% Off

Size: IT 37,5

René Caovilla Butterfly Crystal Sandals IT 37, 5

By René Caovilla

Located in Gazzaniga (BG), IT

Fantastic Christian Louboutin's flat sandals Crystals, leather and lace Butterfly Natural color

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Christian Louboutin Crystal Strass Louis High Top Sneaker 10clb1222 Boots/Bootie
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By Christian Louboutin

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CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN mint snake pyramid stud crystal evening clutch

CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN mint snake pyramid stud crystal evening clutch

By Christian Louboutin

Located in New York, NY

Mint green upper. Gold-tone metal hardware. Curved metal frame. Clear crystal pyramid stud clasp

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Christian Louboutin Beige Crystal Python Grapi Platform Pumps Size 38.5
Christian Louboutin Beige Crystal Python Grapi Platform Pumps Size 38.5

Christian Louboutin Beige Crystal Python Grapi Platform Pumps Size 38.5

By Christian Louboutin

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Every shoe collection is incomplete without a pair of timeless pumps. These Christian Louboutin

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21st Century and Contemporary Heels

Christian LOUBOUTIN glamorous black Swarovski crystals sandals size 37 1/2
Christian LOUBOUTIN glamorous black Swarovski crystals sandals size 37 1/2

Christian LOUBOUTIN glamorous black Swarovski crystals sandals size 37 1/2

By Christian Louboutin

Located in Newark, DE

Christian LOUBOUTIN, Paris, circa 2012 Gorgeous and sexy open toe evening sandals, the back of

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Christian Louboutin Crystal Fifi Pumps
Christian Louboutin Crystal Fifi Pumps

Christian Louboutin Crystal Fifi Pumps

By Christian Louboutin

Located in London, GB

Christian Louboutin Crystal Fifi Pumps Lilac heels fully encrusted with crystals and detailed with

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21st Century and Contemporary High Heels

Christian Louboutin Black Satin d'Orsay Flats
Christian Louboutin Black Satin d'Orsay Flats

Christian Louboutin Black Satin d'Orsay Flats

By Christian Louboutin

Located in New York, NY

Product details: Black satin d'Orsay flats by Christian Louboutin. Crystal-accented buckle trims

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Christian Louboutin Daffodile Purple Crystal Pumps - Size 38
Christian Louboutin Daffodile Purple Crystal Pumps - Size 38

Christian Louboutin Daffodile Purple Crystal Pumps - Size 38

By Christian Louboutin

Located in Krakow, PL

Step out in dazzling style with these iconic Christian Louboutin "Daffodile" pumps! These beauties

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21st Century and Contemporary High Heels

Christian Louboutin Gold Crystal Embellished Heels Size IT 37.5
Christian Louboutin Gold Crystal Embellished Heels Size IT 37.5

Christian Louboutin Gold Crystal Embellished Heels Size IT 37.5

By Christian Louboutin

Located in London, GB

on this used Christian Louboutin designer resale item. Comes with dust bag, box and extra heel tips

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21st Century and Contemporary British Heels

CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Octostrass silver crystal strappy mid heel mule EU36
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Octostrass silver crystal strappy mid heel mule EU36

CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Octostrass silver crystal strappy mid heel mule EU36

By Christian Louboutin

Located in Hong Kong, NT

CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Octostrass silver crystal strappy mid heel mule EU36 Reference: TGAS/B00251

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian High Heels

CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Black Satin Pointed Toe Swarvoski Crystal Heel Pumps
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Black Satin Pointed Toe Swarvoski Crystal Heel Pumps

CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Black Satin Pointed Toe Swarvoski Crystal Heel Pumps

By Christian Louboutin

Located in Thiensville, WI

DESCRIPTION: CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Black Satin Pointed Toe Swarovski Crystal Heel Pumps Brand

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian High Heels

Christian Louboutin Black Satin Crystal Buckle Sandals Size IT 36.5
Christian Louboutin Black Satin Crystal Buckle Sandals Size IT 36.5

Christian Louboutin Black Satin Crystal Buckle Sandals Size IT 36.5

By Christian Louboutin

Located in London, GB

used Christian Louboutin designer resale item. Details Black Cloth textile Sandals

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21st Century and Contemporary British Sandals

CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Tutulle red tulle strass crystal heel clasp clutch bag
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Tutulle red tulle strass crystal heel clasp clutch bag

CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Tutulle red tulle strass crystal heel clasp clutch bag

By Christian Louboutin

Located in Hong Kong, NT

CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Tutulle red tulle strass crystal heel clasp clutch bag Reference: TGAS/C01233

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CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN nude copper strass crystal peep toe platform bootie EU38
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN nude copper strass crystal peep toe platform bootie EU38

CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN nude copper strass crystal peep toe platform bootie EU38

By Christian Louboutin

Located in Hong Kong, NT

CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN nude copper strass crystal peep toe platform bootie EU38 Reference: TGAS/D00990

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian High Heels

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Christian Louboutin Crystal For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate vintage or contemporary christian louboutin crystal 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 beige, gray and more. Finding an appealing accessory such as this — no matter the origin — is easy, but Christian Louboutin, Christian Dior and René Caovilla each produced a popular version that is worth a look. When shopping for these accessories, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for men or unisex today than there are for women.

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On average, a christian louboutin crystal on 1stDibs sells for $882, while they’re typically $154 on the low end and $4,500 for the highest priced versions of this item.

Christian Louboutin for sale on 1stDibs

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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