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CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN So Kate Booty black suede micro stud embellished pointy EU36
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN So Kate Booty black suede micro stud embellished pointy EU36 Reference: TGAS
NEW Chritian Louboutin So Kate Studded Crystal Embellished Stiletto Booty 37.5
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Mechanicsville, VA
Chritian Louboutin So Kate Studded Crystal Embellished Limited Edition Booty Color Multi Size
Christian Louboutin Black Suede So Kate 100 Boots Size IT 37
By Christian Louboutin
Located in London, GB
Model: So Kate 100 Black Suede Boots High heeled Point toe Side lock detail Side
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN So Kate Booty black suede micro stud embellished pointy EU36
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN So Kate Booty black suede micro stud embellished pointy EU36 Reference: TGAS
Christian Louboutin So Kate Starlight Crystals Studded Limited Edition Booty 40
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Mechanicsville, VA
Chritian Louboutin So Kate Studded Crystal Embellished Limited Edition Booty Color Multi Size
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN black suede SO KATE 120 Pumps Shoes 37.5 fit 37
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Zürich, CH
These 100% authentic Christian Louboutin So Kate 120 pumps in black suede are an iconic style
Christian Louboutin Black Suede So Kate Pumps Size 38.5
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
, actress, and businesswoman, Kate Moss. These So Kate pumps are rendered in black suede, flaunting well-cut
Christian Louboutin So Kate 120 Suede Pumps
By Christian Louboutin
Located in London, GB
Christian Louboutin's iconic 'So Kate' pumps are defined by their pointed toe and thin stiletto
Christian Louboutin Black Suede So Kate Pumps Size 38
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!
Christian Louboutin Black Suede So Kate Pumps Size 38.5
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Exhibit an elegant style with this pair of pumps. These branded shoes for women are crafted from quality materials. They are set on durable soles and sleek heels.
Christian Louboutin Black Lace And Suede So Kate Pumps Size 38.5
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
, actress, and businesswoman, Kate Moss. These So Kate pumps in black are rendered in lace & suede
Christian Louboutin Black Suede So Kate Pointed Toe Pumps Size 38
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Kate pumps from Christian Louboutin. The pumps carry a black suede exterior and they are made whole
Christian Louboutin Black Suede So Kate Pointed Toe Pumps Size 39.5
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Kate pumps from Christian Louboutin. The pumps carry a black suede exterior and they are made whole
Christian Louboutin Black Suede So Kate Pointed Toe Pumps Size 39
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
These Kate pumps from Christian Louboutin are iconic and brilliantly created. They were designed
Christian Louboutin Purple Suede So Kate Pumps Size 37
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
The So Kate pumps from Christian Louboutin are named after Kate Moss, an iconic British supermodel
Christian Louboutin Black Suede So Kate Pointed Toe Pumps Size 39
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
These Kate pumps from Christian Louboutin are iconic and brilliantly created. They were designed
Christian Louboutin New Holiday Black So Kate Evening Heels Pumps in Box
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Chicago, IL
Christian Louboutin New Holiday Black So Kate Evening Heels Pumps in Box Size IT 36.5 - Our only
Christian Louboutin suede and patent leather ankle boots New sz 39 " so Kate"
By Christian Louboutin
Located in New York, NY
So fabulous and new in box!! Point toe " so Kate" black patent leather style shoe with nude
Kaki leather mini Timeless bag CHANEL
By Chanel
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Kaki leather mini Timeless bag . SIZE 20cm X 12cm X 6cm Chain lenght = 125cm One flat pocket on the back of the bag. 2 inside pocket ( one with zip closure) Kaki leather lining. Aut...
Sold|$995
Size: Best fits S, see measurements
1970s Louis Feraud Couture Tan Lace Floral Embroidered Dress
By Louis Feraud
Located in San Francisco, CA
Louis Feraud 1970s haute couture light brown lace dress in a 1920s style drop waist silhouette. Amazing embroidered lace and hand finished seam allowances. Small buttons conceal a ba...
Gucci Vintage Opulent Beaded Evening Dress Gown NWT
By Gucci, Tom Ford
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fab Gucci vintage ravishing red bias cut gown adorned with spiral panels showered in hand beadwork. Features plunging neckline and delicate tie shoulder treatment. Puddles with lon...
Gianni Versace Runway F/W 1992 Bondage Collection Leather Fox Astrakhan Jacket
By Gianni Versace
Located in San Diego, CA
Extremely rare museum piece vintage GIANNI VERSACE Couture Runway Fall / Winter 1992 Bondage Collection leather, fox fur and astrakhan fur black runway jacket ! Angelina Kallio model...
Christian Dior by Galliano Gun Metal Grey Silver pointed Crocodile Kitten Heels
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in Sheffield, GB
Fabulous 2000’s Christian Dior by John Galliano Kitten Heels featuring riveted Dior Buckles, crocodile texture leather and 3” Kitten Heels. Size; UK 4.5 / EU 36.5 Heel Height; 2.5” i...
S/S 1998 Gianni Versace by Donatella Wet Look Backless Stretch Runway Dress
By Donatella Versace for Gianni Versace, Gianni Versace Couture
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Donatella Versace designed this sleek wet-look strapless dress for her Spring/Summer 1998 Gianni Versace collection. This chic, form-fitting dress debuted on the runway, modeled by N...
Gianni Versace F/W 2001 Blue Marmot Fur Jacket Coat
By Gianni Versace
Located in Naples, FL
Gianni Versace F/W 2001 Blue Marmot Fur Jacket Coat Seen on Look 8 on the Runway in the beige color and on Kim Kardashian in the cropped version. Size IT 42 Condition: great vint...
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H 2.75 in D 1.25 in L 4.5 in
Opulent Mother of Pearl Crystal Encrusted Compact Evening Bag by Elgin c 1950s
By Elgin
Located in University City, MO
Opulent mother of pearl crystal encrusted evening bag- compact case designed by Eligin c 1950s The elegant evening purse - cosmetic case is designed with exotic mother of pearl ti...
BADGLEY MISCHKA Vintage Mini Embellished Evening Bag Minaudiere
By Badgley Mischka
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Badgley Mischka Vintage Heavily embellished minaudière with sequins, crystals, and beading Photographs more iridescent purple than it actually looks in real life Gold and silver colo...
Hermes Birkin 30 Bamboo Green Shiny Porosus Crocodile Bag GHW
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Hermes Birkin 30 Bamboo Green Shiny Porosus Crocodile Bag GHW. C stamp. A stunner from Hermès. An extremely rare find. A statement piece, collector worthy - Investment Bag. Conditio...
New Gucci Runway Python Gold Heeled Mules Sz 9.5
By Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Gucci Horsebit Heels Brand New * Stunning in Black Snakeskin * Studded Gold Heel * Size: 9.5 * Leather Insole * Open toe * 4.5" Heel * With Box, Dust Cover and Extra Heel Tips * Impo...
Vintage 1950's silver pleated organza sweetheart dress 1950s dress UK 8 US 4
Located in Nashville, TN
This spectacular 1950's silver toned silk organza pleated dress is the perfect piece for your cocktail wardrobe. The strapless cut of the dress is accented by a sweetheart neckline,...
$1,260
Size: Right shoe is 38.5 / Left is 39
Chanel Pre-Fall 2016 Beige Black Suede Grosgrain Pearl Heel Mules Size 38.5 39
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in San Diego, CA
Step into timeless Parisian elegance with these rare Chanel Pre-Fall 2016 runway mules, a highly coveted design that perfectly embodies Karl Lagerfeld’s refined vision. Elevate your...
Tom Ford GUCCI Black Leather Boots 1999
By Gucci
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Vintage Tom Ford’s Gucci pair of knee-high leather boots, circa 1999. In a sleek silhouette, these vintage Gucci boots are crafted in black lamb supple leather, finished with a block...
GUCCI pink leather 2019 SCARLET Mules Sandals Shoes 38
By Gucci
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Gucci Scarlet high-heel mules in pink polished calfskin. Brand new. 2019 Fall/Winter Measurements Imprinted Size 38 Shoe Size 38 Inside Sole 25cm (9.8in) Width 7.5c...
Amazing John Galliano Pointelle Knit and Embroidered Evening Dress
By John Galliano
Located in New York, NY
Amazing John Galliano form fitting evening dress Fall/Winter 2000 made of black rayon-silk patterned pointelle knit, embroidered and appliqued with multi colored wool flowers and but...
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.
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.