Louis Vuitton 2011 Shoes

No, Louis Vuitton shoes are not known for having red soles. Rather, Christian Louboutins are known for their signature red soles, which are commonly called red bottoms. The iconic red-soled shoes by Louboutin have made it onto almost every red carpet since the French designer opened his first boutique in Paris in 1992. On 1stDibs, find a large collection of vintage Louboutins and other designer shoes for sale.

To tell if Louis Vuitton shoes are fake, first look for a serial number and a "made in France" stamp inside of the shoe. Ensure that the Louis Vuitton logo is correct and that all stamps are crisp and clear. Also, check the stitching closely. Authentic Louis Vuitton shoes will display evenly spaced, straight stitching, while many replicas will not. Shop a collection of Louis Vuitton shoes on 1stDibs.

No, not all Louis Vuitton shoes are red on the bottom. In fact, the French luxury fashion house isn't known for red bottom shoes at all. Rather, Christian Louboutin is the brand associated with red-soled shoes, commonly called red bottoms. On 1stDibs, find vintage Louboutin heels and other Louboutin shoes from some of the world's top boutiques.

Whether or not Louis Vuitton shoes run small depends on the style in question. In some cases, the brand's shoes are about a half size smaller than standard sizing. However, others are true to size. Generally, Louis Vuitton shoes tend to be slightly narrow, so you may need to go up a half size if you have wide feet or prefer a roomier fit. Find a collection of Louis Vuitton shoes on 1stDibs.

Some do. Louis Vuitton shoes typically run true to size for sneakers and flats. For pumps and heels, they can run about a 1/2 size small with some exceptions. Shop iconic vintage and contemporary Louis Vuitton apparel on 1stDibs.