Manolo Blahnik Black Satin Evening Boots
By Manolo Blahnik
Located in Alford, MA
What a find! Manolo Blahnik flat boots in black satin embellished with western-style suede bands around the ankle and double-circle rhinestone ornaments under the junction of the ban...
Shocking pink boots in satin and feathers Manolo Blahnik
By Manolo Blahnik
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Shocking pink boots in satin and feathers
Manolo Blahnik Canvas Lace Up Pointed Toe Heeled Sneakers Boots 37.5
By Manolo Blahnik
Located in Mechanicsville, VA
Manolo Blahnik Canvas Lace Up Pointed Toe Heeled Sneakers Boots 37.5 Color Tan Multi Size 37.5EU Heel Height 3.5in Canvas and leather upper Leather and rubber sole Lace up Stilett...
Manolo Blahnik Black Sequin Stretch Thigh High High-Heeled Boots NBW
By Manolo Blahnik
Located in Studio City, CA
Manolo Blahnik black sequin thigh high boots with high heel.
Manolo Blahnik 2015 Fringed Laceup Siouxi 105 Suede Knee High Heeled Boots 37.5
By Manolo Blahnik
Located in Mechanicsville, VA
Manolo Blahnik 2015 Fringed Laceup Suede Knee High Stiletto Heel Boots 37.5 Color Black Size 37.5EU Heel height 105mm Suede upper Leather sole Soft pointed toe Stiletto high heel...
Cashmere Manolo Blahnik Boots
By Manolo Blahnik
Located in San Francisco, CA
These luxurious taupe cashmere Manolo Blahnik over the knee boots are a chic staple to add to your fall wardrobe.
Manolo Blahnik Tapestry Boots
By Manolo Blahnik
Located in Brooklyn, NY
1980/90s Boots are velvet striped tapestry with suede lining top turn overs. Smallish louis heel makes them very comfortable.
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MANOLO BLAHNIK Brown Suede Ankle Boots New 9.5
By Manolo Blahnik
Located in Tampa, FL
This is an authentic pair of Manolo Blahnik Brown Suede Ankle Boots. They are bootie height coming up about 2.5" inches over the ankles and have a 2.5" heel.
Manolo Blahnik Never Worn Over the Knee Boots
By Manolo Blahnik
Located in Port Hope, ON
Perfect for all occasions, these Manolo Blahnik boots have buttons on the side; two buckles and zip at the back.
Manolo Blahnik Black Suede Boots with Wonderful Embellishment.
By Manolo Blahnik
Located in London, GB
A stunning pair of suede boots by Manolo Blahnik. The boots are in super soft suede , and with leather soles and lining the boots has wonderful embellishment/decoration on the front.
MANOLO BLAHNIK jet black clog boots with brass studs
By Manolo Blahnik
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Gorgeous jet black suede boots with wool soles and brass grommets from Manolo Blahnik dating to the early 1990's.
MANOLO BLAHNIK Size 9.5 Black Denim Pointed Toe Boots
By Manolo Blahnik
Located in San Francisco, CA
Classic black denim lace-up sneaker booties by MANOLO BLAHNIK. Featuring white leather toe cap and heel accent. Excellent Pre-Owned Condition. Measurements: Heel - 4 inches
MANOLO BLAHNIK Size 8 Black Python Skin Pointed Ankle Boots
By Manolo Blahnik
Located in San Francisco, CA
MANOLO BLAHNIK ankle boots come in black python skin leather with a pointed toe, stacked stiletto heel, and elastic side pull on shaft.
Manolo Blahnik x Vetements black satin waist-high boots, ss 2017
By Manolo Blahnik
Located in London, GB
Manolo Blahnik x Vetements; black satin waist-high boots lined in cream leather
MANOLO BLAHNIK Size 9 Beige Leather Shearling Knee High Stack Heel Boots
By Manolo Blahnik
Located in San Francisco, CA
Stunning shearling snow boot heels by MANOLO BLAHNIK. A twist on a classic style, these boots lace-up to the knee with tan leather accents and a stacked heel.
Manolo Blahnik Oklamod Timberland Pale Pink Pointed Toe Lace Up Heeled Boots 40
By Manolo Blahnik
Located in Mechanicsville, VA
Manolo Blahnik Oklamod Timberland Retro Vintage Lace Up Ankle Boots 40 Color Multi Size 40 Heel Height 4in Nubuck leather upper Vibram sole D ring eyelets Stiletto high heel Pointe...
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Size: (Approx. US 8) Regular (M, B)
Manolo Blahnik Women's Size 38 Tan Suede Fur Trim Knee-High Likansk Boots 3MB120
By Manolo Blahnik
Located in Dix hills, NY
Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 11 " Width: 3 " Height: 21 " OVERALL EXCELLENT CONDITION ( 9/10 or A ) Signs of Wear: Size: 38 EU or US 9.5 Exterior: Very Minor Marks Interior...
Manolo Blahnik Brown & White Cow Print Leather Knee-High Stiletto Heel Boots
By Manolo Blahnik
Located in Gresham, OR
Manolo Blahnik Brown & White Cow Print Leather Knee-High Stiletto Heel Boots: Spotted calf hair, 19" from floor to top of boot.
Manolo Blahnik Over the Knee Fur Trim Boots
By Manolo Blahnik
Located in US
Manolo Blahnik boots have a shearling lining and Fox trim at top of boot, fully lined, and a wood-stacked heel.
Manolo Blahnik New Sold Out Black Suede Cut Out Knee High Boots in Box
By Manolo Blahnik
Located in Chicago, IL
CURATOR'S NOTES ONLY PAIR! Manolo Blahnik New Sold Out Black Suede Cut Out Knee High Boots in Box Size 36.5 Suede Lace-up closure Made in Italy Circumference 14.25" Shaft 1...
Manolo Blahnik Leopard Print Boots
By Manolo Blahnik
Located in New York City, NY
Manolo Blahnik Leopard Print Tall Boots w/Zippered Rear
Manolo Blahnik black over-knee suede boots
By Manolo Blahnik
Located in Berlin, DE
Manolo Blahnik black over-knee suede boots. Boots have gold leather trim on front shoe and around fold over flap at top thigh, pointed toe and flat heel, lined in soft natural leather.
Manolo Blahnik Black Leather Long Boots (US 8.5)
By Manolo Blahnik
Located in London, GB
Manolo Blahnik black leather long boots. Features a round toe, front zip detail and buckles on side of boots.
Manolo Blahnik Vintage Suede Ankle Boots EU 37.5 UK 4.5 US 7.5
By Manolo Blahnik
Located in London, GB
These ankle boots by Manolo Blahnik are a classic style that will never date, made in Italy from brown suede, they have rounded toes and comfortable 50mm block heel with flap at the ...
Manolo Blahnik Crocodile boots
Located in Montgomery, TX
Manolo Blahnik Crocodile boots Size 36.5 Brand New
Manolo Blahnik Boots in Black Suede Knee Length With 3" Heels in Size 38.5
By Manolo Blahnik
Located in Portland, OR
These are incredible Manolo Blahnik black suede calf boots that rise to the knee.
Manolo Blahnik Black Suede Booties W Heels & Luxe Mink Trim w Box & Shoe Bags
By Manolo Blahnik
Located in Portland, OR
These are beautiful grey suede and mink fur booties designed by Manolo Blahnik. The style name is M-Nesta. They are a beautiful rich dark grey suede leather and have an asymmetrical ...
1980s Manolo Blahnik Floral Tapestry Tall Leather Boots
By Manolo Blahnik
Located in London, GB
A pristine pair of Manolo Blahnik's tall boots, featuring a floral tapestry pattern throughout.
Manolo Blahnik Black Suede Lace-up Knee Boots
By Manolo Blahnik
Located in San Francisco, CA
Black laser cut suede lace-up knee boots feature a floral and geometric design. Peep-toe.
Manolo Blahnik Black Suede Knee High Boots with Fox Fur Trim
By Manolo Blahnik
Located in San Francisco, CA
Chic Manolo Blahnik Black Suede Knee High Boots with Fox Fur Trim may be worn for day or evening wear.
John Galliano Lace Cardigan and 2 Camisoles Set
By John Galliano
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous cardigan and camisole set in black knit lace plus an additional matching red camisole all from John Galliano. The set consists of 2 flower pattern lace knit camisoles one ...
Spectacular French Art Deco Beaded 'Flapper' Evening Dress
Located in Sharon, CT
Black silk gauze, heavily embroidered with irridized paillettes creating swirling complex patterns highlighted with densely embroidered irridized flowers. The heavy ornamentation of ...
Roberto Cavalli 2011 s/s fringes low cut mini dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in CAPELLE AAN DEN IJSSEL, ZH
Roberto Cavalli 2011 s/s fringes low cut mini dress Fringed dress with alligator/snake print from the iconic 2011S/S collection. The low-cut dress has an asymmetric style and is cra...
1980S BOB MACKIE Black Beaded Silk Chiffon Long Sleeve Gown With Fringe
By Bob Mackie
Located in New York, NY
1980S BOB MACKIE Black Beaded Silk Chiffon Long Sleeve Gown With Fringe
Issac Mizrahi New Crochet Cardigan with Appliques and Bead Trim 1990s
By Isaac Mizrahi
Located in Water Mill, NY
A very pretty black crochet cardigan from Issac Mizrahi. It has long sleeves, applique matching crochet flowers around the neck, front, hem and on the sleeves. There are black glass ...
Revillon Sable Fur Coat for Saks Fifth Avenue
By Revillon Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is an absolutely sumptuous natural brown Sable fur coat, by Revillon for Saks Fifth Avenue. This coat has a large notched collar, two front slit pockets, an open front and is ...
Dolce & Gabbana Lace up Silk Dress
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful silk dress in a pink and green geometric print from Dolce & Gabbana. The bodice is vertically boned, fitted through to the hips and has an attached matching pink adjusta...
New Gucci Flora Bamboo Runway Pumps Heels Sz 6.5
By Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Brand New Gucci Flora Heels Size: 6.5 Beautiful Iconic Canvas Flora Pattern Bamboo & Gold Hardware Leather Insole Wood Heel Heel Height 3" With Box
$549Sale Price|51% Off
Two piece Wool Tweed Suit with Black Fox Fur Collar
Located in Amsterdam, NL
We offer more exclusive vintage items, view our frontstore. Details: 2-piece suit with a skirt and a jacket. Made from wool/tweed The black fox fur collar is non- detachable. Size f...
1990s Valentino Black Chiffon and Velvet Dress Shirt Dress
By Valentino
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Amazing 1990s Valentino little black shirt dress from Holt Renfrew Canada. Top is black chiffon with a pussy bow tie, sheer bishop sleeves and delicate ruching at shoulders. Jet blac...
Gianni Versace F/W 2001 Blue Marmot Fur Jacket Coat
By Gianni Versace
Located in Englishtown, NJ
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...
Alaia Plum Wool Tailored Jacket
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Oakland, CA
This is an Alaia plum wool (90%) and cashmere (10%) tailored jacket Plum wool jacket with sculptural tailoring Signature toggle single button front closure Peak lapel Side vents Par...
$1,265Sale Price|24% Off
Size: Medium
Sensational 1950s Demi Couture Crimson Red Crushed Velvet Vintage Mermaid Gown
Located in San Diego, CA
Sensational 50s demi couture crimson red crushed velvet full length mermaid evening dress! Features luxurious crushed silk velvet, with a form fitting bodice and skirt. Dramatic flar...
Moschino Vintage Black Cut Out Bow Tie Mini Dress, 1990s
By Moschino Cheap and Chic, Moschino
Located in Sparks, NV
Darling vintage Moschino mini dress with a cut out bow tie detail. Sleeveless sleeves and mini length. Details: Unlined Rear Zip Closure Marked Size: Unmarked Estimated Size...
1980s Marc Laurent Paris Black Leather Avant Garde 80s Jacket + Mini Skirt Suit
Located in San Diego, CA
Avant Garde 1980s MARC LAURENT of Paris black leather jacket and mini skirt ensemble! Jacket features dolman sleeves with a clinched wasp waist. Detachable matching leather belt. Sha...
New Roberto Cavalli Buckle Stiletto Heel Black Leather Platform Boots 37 - US 7
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Montgomery, TX
New Roberto Cavalli Black Leather High Heel Boots Designer size - 37 Style - BQS023-PZ220 Smooth Black Leather, Multiple Straps, Gold-Tone Buckles with Engraved Logo, Inner Half Zip...
There may be no designer with as wide a breadth of references as the fashion and footwear icon Manolo Blahnik, whose stated sources of inspiration for the creation of his sublime shoes include — but are not limited to — Diana Vreeland, ancient Greece, 21st-century architecture, Spanish cinema and Piet Mondrian.
It’s a fittingly robust list for someone who has spent a lifetime in the self-described “pursuit of beauty.”
Born in 1942 in Spain’s Canary Islands, Blahnik had an early exposure to shoemaking: During World War II, his designer-shoe-loving mother enlisted a local cobbler to teach her to make her own footwear from available materials. The young Blahnik was intrigued.
After briefly studying law in Switzerland with the intention of becoming a diplomat, Blahnik moved to Paris, where he took a job in a vintage clothing shop while studying art at École des Beaux-Arts as well as set design at the art school of the Louvre. It wasn’t until years later, however, that he would realize his calling as a shoe designer. In the late 1960s, Blahnik relocated to London, where he worked for both the Sunday Times and Vogue. In the early 1970s, the renowned American Vogue editor Diana Vreeland saw his sketches and urged him to pursue footwear.
After a debut collection for celebrated fashion designer Ossie Clark — featuring models that Blahnik had gotten to know through his work in the fashion industry, among them Twiggy — received acclaim, he created footwear for illustrious dressmaker Jean Muir and apprenticed with professional shoemakers in London to perfect his craft. By 1973 he had bought out the shoe boutique Zapata and made it his own. Bloomingdale’s introduced him to the American market with a collection a few years later.
Vintage Manolo Blahnik shoes are famous for their theatricality, as the designer is well known for the whimsical, fantastical elements he brings to footwear, often in an explosive palette. “I have always approached color in a bold way, from all angles and variations,” he once said. “Always searching for the poetry of an impossible color.” Tack on teetering height as a trademark that took shape from early on.
“Those poor girls couldn’t walk properly, but people loved it,” the designer recalled of his early models. “Sir Cecil Beaton said to me, ‘Is this a new way of walking?’” To take it from pop culture, it indeed might have been: People are still talking about the night that Bianca Jagger dazzled, horseback, at Studio 54 in a Halston dress and Blahnik shoes on her 30th birthday, and, decades later, the footwear icon was rendered a household name during the long-running television series Sex and the City.
Today, Manolo Blahnik remains a virtual synonym for luxury shoes. Find a range of his footwear and handbags 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.