Manolo Blahnik 2000s Brown Sneaker Lace Up Mule Heels
By Manolo Blahnik
Located in Wembley, GB
Interdite Vintage presents a pair of Manolo Blahnik 2000s Brown Sneaker Lace Up Mule Heels These chic mules by Manolo Blahnik feature a sleek pointed toe, warm tan leather finish, a...
Manolo Blahnik Shoe Mule Abstract Wood Buckle 36.5 / 6.5
By Manolo Blahnik
Located in Miami, FL
Guaranteed authentic Manolo Blahnik black leather closed toe mule. Small strap with wood buckle on top of shoe.
Manolo Blahnik 2008 Silk Printed Mules With Turquoise Rhinestones, 5.5
By Manolo Blahnik
Located in North Miami, FL
This gorgeous pair of Manolo Blahnik pair of sexy mules have the most luscious silk printed design on them with chartreuse leather interior.
Manolo Blahnik Chartreuse Chocolate leather Buckle Slip On Mule Low Kitten Heels
By Manolo Blahnik
Located in Sheffield, GB
Superb Manolo Blahnik Chartreuse & Chocolate coloured leather Slip On Mules with decorative buckle detail and exposed contrast stitching.
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Manolo Blahnik Atomica Colorful Heeled Mules w/ Turquoise Buckle Size 36 1/2
By Manolo Blahnik
Located in Portland, OR
These are such fun, brightly colored Manolo Blahnik heeled mules with turquoise and rhinestone buckles.
MANOLO BLAHNIK Size 8.5 Black Leather Pointed Cutout Mules
By Manolo Blahnik
Located in San Francisco, CA
MANOLO BLAHNIK mules come in black leather with a pointed toe, tongue cutout detail, and kitten heel.
Manolo Blahnik Grey Snake Skin Kitten Rhinestone Heel Mules
By Manolo Blahnik
Located in San Francisco, CA
MANOLO BLAHNIK mules come in black and gray snake skin leather and feature a pointed toe, covered kitten heel, and black rhinestone brooch embellishment.
MANOLO BLAHNIK Size 9 Silver Silk Rhinestone Belt Buckle Mules
By Manolo Blahnik
Located in San Francisco, CA
These fabulous MANOLO BLAHNIK mule pumps come in a matte silver gray silk and feature a pointed toe with metal mesh overlay, rhinestone encrusted belt detail, and covered stiletto he...
MANOLO BLAHNIK Size 9.5 Black Silk Satin Peep Toe Bow Mules
By Manolo Blahnik
Located in San Francisco, CA
These gorgeous MANOLO BLAHNIK mules come in black silk satin and feature a peep toe strap with large bow detail and covered stiletto heel.
Manolo Blahnik Leopard Suede Ballet Mules
By Manolo Blahnik
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
With the Manolo Blahnik Leopard Suede Ballet Mules, you're embracing a playful and daring side of fashion.
Green & Brown Manolo Blahnik Strappy Leather Mules
By Manolo Blahnik
Located in New York, NY
Product details: Green and brown strappy leather mules by Manolo Blahnik. Round toe. Stacked heel.
Manolo Blahnik Multicolour Plaid Buckle Mule Heels
By Manolo Blahnik
Located in Wembley, GB
Interdite Vintage presents a pair of Manolo Blahnik Multicolour Plaid Buckle Mule Heels These iconic mule heels were famously featured in Sex and the City (Season 3, Ep 3) on Carrie ...
Teal Manolo Blahnik Fibiona Embellished Satin Mule Sandals
By Manolo Blahnik
Located in New York, NY
Product details: Teal satin Fibiona mule sandals by Manolo Blahnik. Crystal-accented embellishment.
Manolo Blahnik 'Hangisi' Crystal Embellished Satin Heeled Mules
By Manolo Blahnik
Located in London, GB
Manolo Blahnik 'Hangisi' Crystal Embellished Satin Heeled Mules Black satin heels embellished with a crystal buckle to the front.
Manolo Blahnik 'Hangisi' Crystal Embellished Satin Heeled Mules
By Manolo Blahnik
Located in London, GB
Manolo Blahnik 'Hangisi' Crystal Embellished Satin Heeled Mules Black satin heels embellished with a crystal buckle to the front.
Manolo Blahnik 'Hangisi' Crystal Embellished Satin Heeled Mules
By Manolo Blahnik
Located in London, GB
Manolo Blahnik 'Hangisi' Crystal Embellished Satin Heeled Mules Blue satin heels embellished with a crystal buckle to the front.
Manolo Blahnik 'Hangisi' Crystal Embellished Satin Heeled Mules
By Manolo Blahnik
Located in London, GB
Manolo Blahnik 'Hangisi' Crystal Embellished Satin Heeled Mules Fuchsia pink satin heels embellished with a crystal buckle to the front.
2000's Manolo Blahnik Black Satin & Rhinestone Mules Unused
By Manolo Blahnik
Located in Toronto, Ontario
MInt, unused Manolo Blahnik black satin mid height evening mules with rectangular rhinestone clips.
MANOLO BLAHNIK Ballerimu turquoise green leather ballet mules EU38
By Manolo Blahnik
Located in Hong Kong, NT
MANOLO BLAHNIK Ballerimu turquoise green leather ballet mules EU38 Reference: LNKO/A02495 Brand: Manolo Blahnik Model: Ballerimu Material: Leather Color: Green, Blue Pattern: Solid C...
Manolo Blahnik Shoe Black Crocodile Timeless Mule 37.5 / 7.5
By Manolo Blahnik
Located in Miami, FL
Guaranteed authentic Manolo Blahnik jet black crocodile mule. Beautiful cut with a single piece of Alligator that has design detail.
MANOLO BLAHNIK black suede leather pointy kitten spool low mules EU36
By Manolo Blahnik
Located in Hong Kong, NT
MANOLO BLAHNIK black suede leather pointy kitten spool low mules EU36 Reference: CELM/A00006 Brand: Manolo Blahnik Material: Suede Color: Black Pattern: Solid Closure: Slip On Lining...
MANOLO BLAHNIK pink suede OTAWI Crisscross BLOCK HEEL Mule Sandals Shoes 38.5
By Manolo Blahnik
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Manolo Blahnik 'Otawi' block-heel mules in pink suede featuring crisscross straps band and open toe.
MANOLO BLAHNIK nude beige floral applique mesh point toe mule mid heel EU38
By Manolo Blahnik
Located in Hong Kong, NT
MANOLO BLAHNIK nude beige floral applique mesh point toe mule mid heel EU38 Reference: CC/ASCW00270 Brand: Manolo Blahnik Model: Lace pump Material: Fabric Color: Beige Pattern:...
new MANOLO BLAHNIK nude bow point toe slip on curved kitten heel mule EU38
By Manolo Blahnik
Located in Hong Kong, NT
new MANOLO BLAHNIK nude bow point toe slip on curved kitten heel mule EU38 MANOLO BLAHNIK Nude leather upper.
Chanel 2004 Pastel CC Logo Embroidered Camisole
By Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Pair this top with a Chanel tweed mini skirt, some Manolo Blahnik mules, and a cardigan for a casual sexy look.
Manolo Blahnik Blue Crocodile and Suede Mules - 38.5
By Manolo Blahnik
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This Manolo Blahnik mules are made of a powder blue suede and crocodile.
MANOLO BLAHNIK cognac brown CROCODILE KITTEN Heel Mule Sandals Shoes 38.5
By Manolo Blahnik
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Manolo Blahnik mules in cognac crocodile and a beige stacked heel.
Manolo Blahnik Scolto Clear ECO PVC Open Toe Mules
By Manolo Blahnik
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Introducing the Manolo Blahnik Scolto Clear ECO PVC Open Toe Mules, the ultimate versatile shoe choice for those who want to flaunt their pedicure and stay on-trend.
Burgundy Manolo Blahnik Suede Mules
By Manolo Blahnik
Located in New York, NY
Product details: Burgundy suede mules by Manolo Blahnik. Bow and pleats accent vamp.
Black Manolo Blahnik Suede Kitten Heel Mules
By Manolo Blahnik
Located in New York, NY
Product details: Black suede kitten heel mules by Manolo Blahnik. Point toe. Slide-on style.
Manolo Blahnik Black Suede Ruched Mule - 38.5
By Manolo Blahnik
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This Manolo Blahnik heel is a slide mule made of ruched black suede.
Manolo Blahnik 2000s ‘Marie Antoinette’ Striped Ruffle Mule Heels
By Manolo Blahnik
Located in Wembley, GB
Interdite Vintage presents a pair of Manolo Blahnik 2000s ‘Marie Antoinette’ Striped Ruffle Mule Heels These beautiful heels feature delicate pastel stripes, embroidered romantic fl...
Manolo Blahnik Black Leather Mules with White Stitched Cutouts - 37
By Manolo Blahnik
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Manolo Blahnik Black Leather Mules with White Stitched Cutouts - 37.
Manolo Blahnik LIKE NEW Black Satin Hangisimu Satin Mule sz 39.5
By Manolo Blahnik
Located in New York, NY
Manolo Blahnik Black Satin Hangisimu Satin Mule sz 39.5 Made In: Italy Color: Navy Hardware: Silvertone Materials: Satin, metal, crystals Closure/Opening: Slip on Overall Condition:...
MANOLO BLAHNIK nude beige floral lace applique mesh pointy mid heel mule EU38
By Manolo Blahnik
Located in Hong Kong, NT
MANOLO BLAHNIK nude beige floral lace applique mesh pointy mid heel mule EU38 Reference: CC/ASCW00270 Brand: Manolo Blahnik Material: Fabric Color: Beige Pattern: Solid Lining: Leath...
1990s Manolo Blahnik Rare Size 35.5 / 5.5 Brown + Ivory Zebra Kitten Heel Mules
By Manolo Blahnik
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare musuem worthy vintage early 90s MANOLO BLAHNIK zebra print brown and ivory Irish linen and leather kitten heel mules!
Vintage Manolo Blahnik Orientalia Lizard Embossed Mules Late 1990's size 40 1/2
By Manolo Blahnik
Located in New York, NY
Late 1990's Manolo Blahnik Orientalia Pale Lavender Lizard Embossed Mules; Embellished with Faux Baroque Pearls, Seed Beads and Crystals.
Manolo Blahnik NEW Red Suede Maysale Crystal Buckle Mules sz 39.5 rt $1, 045
By Manolo Blahnik
Located in New York, NY
Manolo Blahnik NEW Red Suede Maysale Crystal Buckle Mules sz 39.5 Made In: Italy Color: Red Materials: Suede with red, coral, green, amber crystals Closure/Opening: Slip on Overall ...
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H 2.75 in W 3.07 in L 10 in
Manolo Blahnik Tortoiseshell Patent Wedge Mules 70 mm – IT 39 / US 8.5 N, 2011
By Manolo Blahnik
Located in Tucson, AZ
material: patent leather, snakeskin noteworthy: run narrow; polish patent with damp cloth repairs: none condition: slide uppers in perfect condition, light soiling on footbed fabric ...
MANOLO BLAHNIK taupe lizard CALLAMU Crisscross Sandals Shoes 38.5
By Manolo Blahnik
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Manolo Blahnik 'Callamu' crisscross kitten-heel mules in taupe lizard.
Purple Suede Manolo Blahnik Mules
By Manolo Blahnik
Located in San Francisco, CA
Be adventurous in these purple suede Manolo Blahnik mules! The front of the shoe is decorated with 5 straps with a 6th strap connecting to the side of the vamp.
Manolo Blahnik Black Satin Crystal Embellished Mules Size 38
By Manolo Blahnik
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Complement your well put together outfit with these authentic Manolo Blahnik mules. Timeless and classy they have an amazing construction for enduring quality and comfortable fit.
Manolo Blahnik Black Satin and Suede Borli Mules 39.5
By Manolo Blahnik
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
These Manolo Blahnik mules are crafted from black satin and layered with laser cut suede.
Manolo Blahnik Black Suede Maysale Mules Size 38.5
By Manolo Blahnik
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
You can count on these Manolo Blahnik mules for an elevated feel. They are crafted beautifully and designed to offer the right fit and a comfortable lift.
Manolo Blahnik Navy Blue Satin Hangisi Mules Size 40
By Manolo Blahnik
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
The fashion house’s tradition of excellence coupled with modern design sensibilities works to make these Manolo Blahnik mules a fabulous choice. Theyll help you deliver a chic lo...
Manolo Blahnik Black Leather Goluba Mules Size 35.5
By Manolo Blahnik
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
These Manolo Blahnik mules are super-chic and a must-have for your shoe collection.
Manolo Blahnik White Mules
By Manolo Blahnik
Located in San Francisco, CA
Looking for a great shoe to go with everything this spring? These Manolo Blahnik mules would be perfect! The white color will go well with all the beautiful shades of the summer seas...
Manolo Blahnik Green Satin Hangisi Flat Mules Size 39
By Manolo Blahnik
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
The durable sole of this pair of Manolo Blahnik mules will reflect grace and luxury in every step.
Manolo Blahnik White Fabric Pointed Toe Mules Size 41
By Manolo Blahnik
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Crafted from premium fabric, these Manolo Blahnik mules feature a sleek pointed-toe design that exudes timeless style.
Manolo Blahnik Blue Satin Crystal Embellished Hosios Mules Size 39
By Manolo Blahnik
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
The ease of slipping into your shoes as you head out and taking them off once youre home is elevated with mules. These Manolo Blahnik mules for women bring the same comfort with a l...
Manolo Blahnik Metallic Gold Leather Crystal Embellished Mules Size 38.5
By Manolo Blahnik
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
The ease of slipping into your shoes as you head out and taking them off once you're home is elevated with mules. These Manolo Blahnik mules for women bring the same comfort, with a ...
Manolo Blahnik Black Satin Hangisi Pointed Toe Mules Size 36.5
By Manolo Blahnik
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
The 7cm heels of this pair of Manolo Blahnik mules will reflect grace and luxury in every step.
New Manolo Blahnik Kitten Heel Snakeskin Mules
By Manolo Blahnik
Located in Palm Beach, FL
These Manolo Blahnik Mules show why this superstar shoe designer is beloved by some of the world's most influential women!
Manolo Blahnik Black/Grey Suede and Satin Borli Mules Size 36.5
By Manolo Blahnik
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
A perfect mix of elegant fashion and feminine style, these Manolo Blahnik mule sandals come crafted from black satin along with suede and designed with pointed toes.
Manolo Blahnik Blue Satin Fibiona Crystal Embellished Mules Size 35.5
By Manolo Blahnik
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
These Manolo Blahnik mules carry satin straps in a shade of blue and buckle details embellished with crystals.
Manolo Blahnik Black Satin Hangisi Pumps Size 36
By Manolo Blahnik
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
The 10cm heels of this pair of Manolo Blahnik mules will reflect grace and luxury in every step.
Manolo Blahnik Teal Satin Hangisi Pumps Size 37.5
By Manolo Blahnik
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
The 10cm heels of this pair of Manolo Blahnik mules will reflect grace and luxury in every step.
Manolo Blahnik Blue Satin Hangisi Crystal Embellished Pointed Toe Pumps Size 41
By Manolo Blahnik
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
The 11cm heels of this pair of Manolo Blahnik mules will reflect grace and luxury in every step.
Manolo Blahnik Grey Floral Brocade Fabric Fan Pleat Detail Pointed Toe Mules Siz
By Manolo Blahnik
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Designed purposely for fashion queens like you, these Manolo Blahnik mules are soul-crushingly gorgeous!
Manolo Blahnik Rare Vintage Black Ruffled Satin Bow Shoes Mules Size 39.5
By Manolo Blahnik
Located in Portland, OR
These are rare 1980s Victorian inspired Manolo Blahnik mules with ruffles in size 39.5. These fabulous black satin shoes have 3" heels, and measure 3" at widest part of th...
Manolo Blahnik Grey Fabric Maysale Mules Size 38.5
By Manolo Blahnik
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Walk with grace and confidence in these grey Maysale mules by Manolo Blahnik. Shining bright with a pointed toe that is elevated with a crystal embellished brooch leather lining comf...
Black Beaded Cardigan
Located in Alford, MA
Black cardigan from the 1950s-'60s embellished with black beads and sequins. Sweater composition is lambswool, angora and nylon and has tiny spherical buttons. Lined. Retailed by Gim...
Stunning Snakeskin Patchwork Coat with Sheared Mink Lining and Black Fox Trim
Located in Tustin, CA
The patchwork aesthetic is this fall and winter’s most sought after look, which was proven on the runways during fashion month. Designers created plenty of patchwork pieces for their...
Vintage Alexander McQueen Bat Wing Knit Top
By Alexander McQueen
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
The Vintage Alexander McQueen Bat Wing Knit Top would be an exciting addition to any wardrobe, especially for someone who enjoys pieces that combine boldness, sophistication, and art...
$1,675
Size: Extra Small
Beautiful 1960s Extra Small XS Couture Black Silk Chiffon Vintage 60s Gown Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful 1960s demi couture black silk chiffon sequin evening gown! Features thousands of hand-sewn black sequins throughout the sleeves and skirt. Thin spaghetti strap underlay wit...
GIANNI VERSACE COUTURE S/S 2000 Purple Silk Blouse with Swarovski BUTTONS Y2K
By Gianni Versace Couture
Located in Switzerland, CH
Beautiful GIANNI VERSACE COUTURE SS 2000 silk blouse Finest purple silk Versace SS 2000 Jungle Collection Extremely versatile Sexy deep cleavage Swarovski crystal buttons Made in ...
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...
Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford 2004 Chinoiserie Tuxedo Smoking Evening Suit 34
By Yves Saint Laurent, Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Switzerland, CH
Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford Black Tuxedo Evening Suit An extremely rare piece from his final collection in 2004 for Yves Saint Laurent Stunning piece consisting of pants and jacke...
1950S Black Nylon/Lace Bullet Bra
Located in New York, NY
1950S Black Nylon/Lace Bullet Bra
Vivienne Westwood Red Label Black Wool Tie-Neck Knit Shirt, 1990s
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A sweet take on the classic black tee shirt. Vivienne Westwood Red Label circa 1990's. Long sleeve tapered waist silhouette. Key-hole cut out at neck with tie detail. 100% Italian wo...
$2,609
H 5.52 in D 4.34 in L 12.21 in
Python and canvas Street Chic Colombus bag CHRISTIAN DIOR by John Galliano
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Python and canvas Street Chic Colombus bag with detachable pocket. Gold metal hardware. Snap closure under the flap. One inside pocket with zip closure. Branded studs underneath. Dar...
NWT Tom Ford for Gucci S/S 2004 Nude Satin Crocodile Corset Shoes It 40 US 10
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Montgomery, TX
Tom Ford for Gucci Nude Satin Crocodile Corset Shoes S/S 2004 Runway Collection Italian size 40 B / US 10 Color - Nude, Lace-Up Closures at Counters, Crocodile and Bamboo Metallic He...
$3,840Sale Price|20% Off
CHRISTIAN DIOR 2006 John Galliano Vintage Runway silk floral drape dress FR34 XS
By Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHRISTIAN DIOR 2006 John Galliano Vintage Runway red silk black floral drape dress FR34 XS Reference: TGAS/E00996 Brand: Dior Designer: John Galliano Collection: AW 2006 - Runway Mat...
Early 1990s Donna Karan Corset Boned Sheer White Lace Strapless Bustier Top
By Donna Karan
Located in West Hollywood, CA
From the early 1990s, this Donna Karan strapless bustier top is crafted from sheer white lace with intricate an floral motif. Structured with internal boning for a sculpted, corset-l...
Chanel Sac Pochette Ceinture Classique Silver Star Leather Classic mini bag NIB
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Small Chanel Classic series bag or clutch in silver quilted leather and silver metal, small flap closed by a magnetic snap topped with a large star encrusted with rhinestones and CC ...
EPIC John Galliano Evening Gown Black Silk Dress FW 08/09
By John Galliano
Located in Berlin, BE
This black silk evening gown by John Galliano, from his Fall/Winter 08/09 Collection is one of those moments: a love letter to the art of couture at its most theatrical and refined. ...
Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent Runway Structured Silk Military Blazer F/W 2004
By Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in Berlin, DE
An exceptionally rare Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche structured silk blazer from the Fall/Winter 2004 runway collection, one of the most iconic seasons of Ford’s tenure ...
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.