'Christian Louboutin' Pigalle Follies 1c1s
By Nick Veasey
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Nick Veasey 'Christian Louboutin' Pigalle Follies 1c1s 33 x 47 inches Edition 9 Digital C print
Category
2010s Contemporary Still-life Prints
Materials
Digital
Louboutin Pigalle
Christian Louboutin Pigalle Leather Pumps - '10s
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Christian Louboutin Pigalle pumps in smooth high-quality blue leather, an iconic model from the
Category
2010s Italian Heels
Christian Louboutin Pigalle Green Leather Pumps Sz.37
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Krakow, PL
Christian Louboutin Pigalle Leather Pumps Size: 37 Condition: Very Good Condition details: Minimal
Category
21st Century and Contemporary High Heels
Christian Louboutin Pigalle Follies 100 PAT LOUBIBALLAGE Point Toe Stiletto Heel
By Christian Louboutin
Located in KRAKÓW, PL
Christian Louboutin Pigalle Follies 100 PAT LOUBIBALLAGE Point Toe Stiletto Heel Classic heels
Category
2010s High Heels
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Pigalle 120 nude patent leather pointy stiletto pigalle EU36
$305Sale Price|35% Off
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Pigalle 120 nude patent leather pointy stiletto pigalle EU36
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Pigalle 120 nude patent leather pointy stiletto pigalle EU36 Reference: TGAS
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian High Heels
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN black patent leather PIGALLE FOLLIES NICOGRAF Pumps Shoes 39
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Christian Louboutin Pigalle Follies 100 Nicograf Pumps in black and white patent
Category
2010s Shoes
Black Christian Louboutin Suede Pigalle Pumps
By Christian Louboutin
Located in New York, NY
Black suede Pigalle pointed-toe pumps by Christian Louboutin. 4.25" heel height.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Shoes
Christian Louboutin Size 36.5 Nude Pigalle Follies Heels 79cl317s
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Dix hills, NY
Christian Louboutin Size 36.5 Nude Pigalle Follies Heels 79cl317s Made In: Italy Measurements
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Heels
Christian Louboutin Shoe Python Graffiti Pigalle 115mm 35 / 5 New
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a limited edition pair of signature Christian Louboutin stunning Graffiti
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Heels
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Victorina Flame black suede stiletto pigalle pump EU37
$240Sale Price|20% Off
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Victorina Flame black suede stiletto pigalle pump EU37
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Victorina Flame black suede stiletto pigalle pump EU37 Reference: NKLL/A00111
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian High Heels
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Kate 100 lipstick red leather pointy pigalle high pump EU36
$280Sale Price|30% Off
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Kate 100 lipstick red leather pointy pigalle high pump EU36
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Kate 100 lipstick red leather pointy pigalle high pump EU36 Reference: TGAS
Category
2010s Italian High Heels
Recent Sales
Christian Louboutin Pigalle Follies 100 Glitter Disco Heels
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Bear, DE
Christian Louboutin Pigalle Follies 100 Glitter Disco Heels Size 36 Og all Great condition (small
Category
2010s European High Heels
Christian Louboutin Pigalle Lady Spikes Red 39.5 CL-S0106P-0138
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Downey, CA
Christian Louboutin Pigalle Lady Spikes Red 39.5 CL-S0106P-0138 These unbelievably glamorous
Category
2010s Italian Heels
Christian Louboutin Multicolor Leather Pigalle Spikes Pumps Size 38.5
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, perfect for your fashionable outings!
Category
2010s Heels
Christian Louboutin Dark Red Patent Leather Pigalle Spikes Pumps Size 36
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, perfect for your fashionable outings!
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Heels
Christian Louboutin Neon Pink Patent Leather Pigalle Spikes Pumps Size 35.5
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 perfect for your fashionable outings
Category
2010s Heels
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Grey Suede Leather PIGALLE 85mm Pumps Heels Shoes Sz 38
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Hollywood, FL
GUARANTEED AUTHENTIC CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN GREY SUEDE LEATHER PIGALLE 85MM PUMPS Details: - Pointed
Category
2010s Heels
Christian Louboutin Explorete Pigalle Zig Zag Trim Pointed Toe Pumps Size 36.5
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, perfect for your fashionable outings!
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Heels
Christian Louboutin Pigalle Spikes Matte Leather Pumps
By Christian Louboutin
Located in London, GB
Christian Louboutin Pigalle Spikes Matte Leather Pumps White heels crafted from leather, fully
Category
21st Century and Contemporary High Heels
Christian Louboutin Pigalle Spikes Matte Leather Pumps
By Christian Louboutin
Located in London, GB
Christian Louboutin Pigalle Spikes Matte Leather Pumps Black heels crafted from leather, fully
Category
21st Century and Contemporary High Heels
Christian Louboutin Pigalle Spikes Patent Leather Pumps
By Christian Louboutin
Located in London, GB
Christian Louboutin Pigalle Spikes Patent Leather Pumps Black heels crafted from glossy patent
Category
21st Century and Contemporary High Heels
new CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Pigalle Follies 100 pink patent pointed toe pumps EU37
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Hong Kong, NT
new CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Pigalle Follies 100 pink patent pointed toe pumps EU37 CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN
Category
21st Century and Contemporary High Heels
new CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Pigalle Follies 100 pink patent pointed toe pumps EU36
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Hong Kong, NT
new CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Pigalle Follies 100 pink patent pointed toe pumps EU36 CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN
Category
21st Century and Contemporary High Heels
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Pigalle Spikes sky blue patent tonal stud pointy pump EU37.5
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Pigalle Spikes sky blue patent tonal stud pointy pump EU37.5 CHRISTIAN
Category
21st Century and Contemporary High Heels
new CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Pigalle 120 black patent stiletto pump EU36.5
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Hong Kong, NT
new CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Pigalle 120 black patent stiletto pump EU36.5 Reference: TGAS/C01124
Category
2010s Italian High Heels
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN "Pigalle Plato 120mm" Black Patent Leather Pointed Toe Pumps
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Thiensville, WI
Christian Louboutin "Pigalle Plato 120mm" black patent leather pointed toe platform pumps; new in
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Shoes
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Pigalle Spikes red patent studded pointy flats EU38.5
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Pigalle Spikes red patent studded pointy flats EU38.5 CHRISTIAN
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Shoes
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Pigalle black allover studded leather stiletto pump EU37.5
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Pigalle black allover studded leather stiletto pump EU37.5 Reference: LNKO
Category
2010s High Heels
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Pigalle Follies indigo blue denim pigalle pump EU35.5
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Pigalle Follies indigo blue denim pigalle pump EU35.5 Brand: Christian
Category
2010s Italian High Heels
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Pigalle silhouette black patent spike stud flap clutch bag
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H 4.34 in W 12.21 in
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Pigalle silhouette black patent spike stud flap clutch bag
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Pigalle silhouette black patent spike stud flap clutch bag Reference: TGAS
Category
2010s Evening Bags and Minaudières
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Pigalle Follies 100 red tartan wool boucle pumps EU38.5
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Pigalle Follies 100 red tartan wool boucle pumps EU38.5 Reference: TGAS/D00611
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian High Heels
new CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Pigalles Follies Strass Degrade pink grey crystal EU38.5
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Hong Kong, NT
new CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Pigalles Follies Strass Degrade pink grey crystal EU38.5 CHRISTIAN
Category
21st Century and Contemporary High Heels
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Pigalle 120 nude patent point toe stiletto pigalle EU36
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Pigalle 120 nude patent point toe stiletto pigalle EU36 Reference: TGAS/B01083
Category
2010s Italian High Heels
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Pigalle silhouette black patent spike stud flap clutch bag
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Pigalle silhouette black patent spike stud flap clutch bag Reference: TGAS
Category
2010s Clutches
new CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Pigalles Follies Strass 110 pink grey crystal pump EU39
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Hong Kong, NT
new CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Pigalles Follies Strass 110 pink grey crystal pump EU39 Reference: TGAS
Category
2010s Italian High Heels
new CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Pigalle Follies 100 iridescent navy glitter pump EU40
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Hong Kong, NT
new CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Pigalle Follies 100 iridescent navy glitter pump EU40 Brand: Christian
Category
2010s Italian High Heels
new CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Pigalle Follies 85 iridescent peach glitter pump EU41
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Hong Kong, NT
new CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Pigalle Follies 85 iridescent peach glitter pump EU41 Brand: Christian
Category
2010s Italian High Heels
new CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Pigalle 85 Nappa Shiny black classic stiletto pump EU36
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Hong Kong, NT
new CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Pigalle 85 Nappa Shiny black classic stiletto pump EU36 Reference: TGAS
Category
2010s Italian High Heels
new CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Pigalle Follies 100 Begonia pink suede pointy pump EU40
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Hong Kong, NT
new CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Pigalle Follies 100 Begonia pink suede pointy pump EU40 Brand: Christian
Category
2010s Italian High Heels
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Pigalle Spikes 100 black tonal stud suede pointy pump EU35.5
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Pigalle Spikes 100 black tonal stud suede pointy pump EU35.5 Brand: Christian
Category
2010s Italian High Heels
new CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Pigalles Follies Strass Degrade pink grey crystal EU38.5
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Follies Strass 100 Degrade. Nude suede upper. Fully embellished in strass
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian High Heels
Christian Louboutin Décolleté "Pigalle" 39
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Gazzaniga (BG), IT
Fantastic, iconic and "as new" Christian Louboutin Pigalle Buckskin Black color Heel height cm
Category
2010s Italian Shoes
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN 9 Ivory Iridescent Glitter Leather Pigalle Follies Pumps
By Christian Louboutin
Located in San Francisco, CA
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN "Pigalle Follies" pumps come in off white leather with pink iridescent glitter
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Heels
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN black patent leather PIGALLE FOLLIES 85 Pumps Shoes 38.5
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Christian Louboutin Pigalle Follies 85 Pumps in black patent leather. Have been worn
Category
2010s Shoes
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN black leather PIGALLE PLATO Pumps Shoes 36
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Christian Louboutin Pigalle Plato 120 in black calfskin. Has been worn once or twice
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Shoes
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Size 9.5 Pigalle Black Red Patent Leather Pointed Toe Pumps
By Christian Louboutin
Located in San Francisco, CA
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN "Pigalle" pumps in a black patent leather featuring pointed toe, signature red
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Heels
new CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN navy floral quilted pigalle pump EU38
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Hong Kong, NT
new CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN navy floral quilted pigalle pump EU38 Reference: TGAS/B01645 Brand
Category
2010s Italian High Heels
Christian Louboutin Black Patent Pigalle Pumps Size IT 37
By Christian Louboutin
Located in London, GB
Louboutin designer resale item. Details Model: Pigalle Black Patent leather Pumps
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Heels
Christian Louboutin Beige Patent Pigalle Pumps Size IT 39.5
By Christian Louboutin
Located in London, GB
Christian Louboutin designer resale item. Details Model: Pigalle 120 Beige Patent leather
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Heels
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Escaparic navy blue spike stud pigalle pump EU38.5
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Escaparic navy blue spike stud pigalle pump EU38.5 Reference: TGAS/B01650
Category
2010s Italian High Heels
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN black sheer mesh floral embroidered pointy pigalle EU36.5
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN black sheer mesh floral embroidered pointy pigalle EU36.5 Brand: Christian
Category
2010s Italian High Heels
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN beige nude patent spike studded pigalle pump EU37.5
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN beige nude patent spike studded pigalle pump EU37.5 Reference: SNKO/A00194
Category
2010s High Heels
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN brown glitter point toe pigalle pump heels EU37
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN brown glitter point toe pigalle pump heels EU37 CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Course
Category
21st Century and Contemporary High Heels
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN burgundy red patent leather 85mm pigalle pumps EU37
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN burgundy red patent leather 85mm pigalle pumps EU37 Reference: TACW/A00017
Category
2010s High Heels
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Bandy 100 leopard patent mesh pigalle pump EU38
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Bandy 100 leopard patent mesh pigalle pump EU38 Reference: TGAS/B01807 Brand
Category
2010s Italian High Heels
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Victorina Flame black suede stiletto pigalle pump EU37
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Victorina Flame black suede stiletto pigalle pump EU37 Reference: NKLL/A00111
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian High Heels
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN So Kate 120 Cinestripes patent stiletto pigalle EU36.5
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN So Kate 120 Cinestripes patent stiletto pigalle EU36.5 Reference: TGAS/B00135
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian High Heels
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN shoe lace Pigalle 110mm stiletto rare 34 4
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Miami, FL
Guaranteed authentic signature CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN beautiful blue lace 110mm Pigalle Stiletto pump
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian High Heels
Christian Louboutin Brown Leather Pigalle Point Heels Size IT 39.5
By Christian Louboutin
Located in London, GB
and abrasions as well as general creasing on uppers on this used Christian Louboutin designer resale
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Heels
Christian Louboutin Black Patent Pigalle 100 Heels Size IT 39.5
By Christian Louboutin
Located in London, GB
to both insoles on this used Christian Louboutin designer resale item. Details Model
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Heels
Christian Louboutin Black Patent Pigalle Spike Pumps Size IT 39
By Christian Louboutin
Located in London, GB
left shoe the heel and toe cap on both shoes on this used Christian Louboutin designer resale item
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Heels
Christian Louboutin Purple Patent Pigalle Spike Pumps Size IT 36.5
By Christian Louboutin
Located in London, GB
Louboutin designer resale item. This pair of shoes comes in the original box. Please note the soles have
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Heels
Christian Louboutin Black Lace Pigalle 120 Heels Size IT 38.5
By Christian Louboutin
Located in London, GB
Christian Louboutin designer resale item. This comes with an original dust bag. Details Model
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Heels
Christian Louboutin Black Leather Pigalle 100 Pumps Size IT 36
By Christian Louboutin
Located in London, GB
outsole right shoe general marks on leather to heel on this used Christian Louboutin designer resale item
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British High Heels
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN pastel pink patent spike allover stud pigalle pump EU39.5
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN pastel pink patent spike allover stud pigalle pump EU39.5 Reference: TGAS
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian High Heels
new CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Decollette 100 silver glitter pigalle point toe EU37
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Hong Kong, NT
new CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Decollette 100 silver glitter pigalle point toe EU37 CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN
Category
21st Century and Contemporary High Heels
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN pastel pink patent spike allover stud pigalle pump EU39.5
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN pastel pink patent spike allover stud pigalle pump EU39.5 Brand: Christian
Category
2010s Italian High Heels
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN pastel pink patent spike allover stud pigalle pump EU39.5
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN pastel pink patent spike allover stud pigalle pump EU39.5 Reference: TGAS
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian High Heels
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Louboutin Pigalle For Sale on 1stDibs
You are likely to find exactly the vintage or contemporary louboutin pigalle you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Many people prefer Black, but fashion is all about individuality — you can find Beige, Red and more options on these pages. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking these accessories, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.
How Much is a Louboutin Pigalle?
The price for a louboutin pigalle starts at $222 and tops out at $9,700, and on average, selling for $557.
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.
Find vintage Christian Louboutin shoes, sneakers, handbags and other items on 1stDibs.
Finding the Right Shoes for You
Whether they’re Hermès sandals, black Jimmy Choo boots, ivory-leather-and-pink-daisy heels by sublime shoemaker Manolo Blahnik or Christian Louboutin platform pumps, you can find your next pair of legendary luxury vintage and designer shoes today on 1stDibs.
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.