$864Sale Price|20% Off
rare CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Marcantonia Flat gold baroque velvet loafer EU44
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Marcantonia Flat gold baroque embroidery velvet loafer EU44 Reference
$864Sale Price|20% Off
rare CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Morgan Fleur 70 satin blossom western boots EU43
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Morgan Fleur 70 yellow satin blossom embellished western boots EU43
Rare Vintage Christian Louboutin " Trash " Mules Shoes
By Christian Louboutin
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredibly rare vintage Christian Louboutin "Trash" mules! These are impossible to find, and were
RARE Christian Louboutin Silver Marlena Lili Marlene Strass Mesh Pumps Size 39
By Christian Louboutin
Located in New York, NY
Christian Louboutin Marlena Lili Marlene Pumps. Made from nude mesh, it features multicolor
Mary Katrantzou x Christian Louboutin Floral Heels with Stud Details A/W 2011
By Christian Louboutin, Mary Katrantzou
Located in London, GB
A pair of extremely rare Christian Louboutin for Mary Katrantzou Orange Floral Boot Heels from the
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Madison Graffiti Black Leather Boots 38 uk 5
By Christian Louboutin
Located in London, GB
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Madison Graffiti Black Leather Boots 38 uk 5 This is a rare pair from
rare CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Louis Orlato Strass suede high top sneaker EU42.5
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Louis Orlato Strass red suede blue crystal high top sneaker EU42.5
rare CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN red gold oriental chinoiserie block heel pump EU36.5
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN red gold oriental chinoiserie block heel pump EU36.5 Reference: ANWU
rare CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Fetish Lady Peep 150 gold spike platform pump EU36.5
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Fetish Lady Peep 150 gold spike platform pump EU36.5 Reference: TGAS
rare CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Fetish Lady Peep 150 gold spike platform pump EU36.5
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Fetish Lady Peep 150 gold spike platform pump EU36.5 Reference: TGAS
Rare Christian Louboutin Combat Boots Paris Haute Couture Spring 2016 40 New
By Christian Louboutin
Located in New York, NY
Very rare Christian Louboutin combat boots made for Paris Haute Couture 2016 fashion show. For
rare CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Luckyl pink lamb fur 2 way shoulder bucket bag backpack
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Luckyl pink lamb fur 2 way shoulder bucket bag backpack Reference: TGAS
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Foxtrottissima 160 chain fringe satin platform wedges EU38
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Foxtrottissima 160 silver chain fringe black satin platform wedges EU38
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Sweet Charity Make Up embellishments crossbody clutch bag
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Sweet Charity Make Up embellishments beige crossbody clutch bag Reference
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Extremely Rare Fringe Knot Leather Bag 3CL1129K
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: N/A Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 10" Width: 3" Height: 8" Shoulder Handle Drop: " Handle Drop: 9.4" OVERALL VERY GOOD CONDITION (8/10 or ...
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
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Size 9 Pink Leather & PVC Bow BLADE RUNNER Sandals
By Christian Louboutin
Located in San Francisco, CA
Rare and fabulous CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN "Blade Runner" sandals come in bubble gum pink leather and
rare CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Luckyl pink lamb fur 2 way shoulder bucket bag backpack
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Luckyl pink lamb fur 2 way shoulder bucket bag backpack Reference: TGAS
Christian Louboutin NEW and RARE Green Multi Color Crystal High Heels Pumps
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Chicago, IL
shoes, stunning brand new Christian Louboutin pumps featuring leather upper embellished with multi color
Christian Louboutin Denim/Blue Rare Louis Flat Jean 44 Lmcl04 66cla812 Sneakers
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Forest Hills, NY
This item will ship immediately!! Previously owned. Made In: Italy Men's Size: 44 Heel Height: 1" Signs of Wear: Marks on exterior. Scratches on exterior and interior. Scuff Marks ...
Christian Louboutin Milkylou 46 HI Top Flat Studded Sneakers CL-S0208N-0004
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Downey, CA
Christian Louboutin Milkylou 46 HI Top Flat Studded Sneakers CL-S0208N-0004 Here is a rare and
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H 8.5 in W 10.5 in D 1.5 in
RARE RUNWAY Christian Louboutin 'Camouflage' WOC/Bag with Gold Studs & Hardware
By Christian Louboutin
Located in By Appointment Only, GB
A STAND-OUT PIECE !! This Runway WOC by Christian Louboutin is in camouflage Toile, decorated all
Christian Louboutin New Rare Tiffany Blue Snakeskin So Kate Heels Pumps in Box
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Chicago, IL
CURATOR'S NOTES Christian Louboutin New Rare Tiffany Blue Snakeskin So Kate Heels Pumps in Box
Karl Lagerfeld Skirt with Handkerchief Hem
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous black wool jersey skirt from Karl Lagerfeld. It has a 2 1/2" wide waistband with overlapping pointed panels forming the skirt. It has a back zipper, front pockets and is...
$275
Size: Fits IT 40, US 4 see measurement
Dolce & Gabbana Lime Green Flared Pencil Skirt with Yellow Lace Accents
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in San Francisco, CA
Dolce and Gabbana lime green fit and flare pencil skirt with yellow lace godet panels at bottom. Vertical seam detail at one side. Back zip and hook and eye. 100% viscose (linen-loo...
$546Sale 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...
$14,697
Size: FR38 - UK10
John Galliano Crystal Adorned Crimson Satin Evening Dress and Shawl, ss 2001
By John Galliano
Located in London, GB
▪ Archival John Galliano Evening Dress ▪ Spring-Summer 2001 ▪ Crafted from crimson crepe-back satin, with alternating panels that highlight both the satin sheen and crepe texture ▪ D...
ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 2000 “Eye” Runway Red Black Leather Cut Out Vest Jacket
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 2000 “Eye” Runway Red Black Leather Cut Out Vest Jacket Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Collection: Spring / Summer 2000 “Eye” Runway look #50 Style...
$19,920
H 9.5 in W 12.25 in L 4.25 in
Chanel 2005 Vintage Classic Flap Limited Edition PNY Jumbo Expandable Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Paris New York PNY Jumbo Expandable Maxi Calfskin Flap Bag 2005 {VINTAGE 19 Years} Ruthenium hardware Diamond stitch calfskin aged leather Flap with CC turn lock Interior z...
The NWT Alexander McQueen 2007 Velvet Beaded Flame Gown Entrance Maker!
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Highly coveted and now part of permanent museum collections is Alexander McQueen's 2007 sumptuous velvet flame gown. This is the final one in my inventory offered brand new and unwo...
Spectacular Alexander McQueen Runway Gown Black Silk Lace Dress
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Berlin, BE
As if conjured from midnight sea-spray, this Spring/Summer 2012 Alexander McQueen gown unfurls like a dark bloom caught in motion. The bodice - sculpted close to the torso -disappear...
FENDI new pink sequins baguette 2024
By Fendi
Located in Rubiera, RE
FENDI New pink sequins baguette 2024 Iconic medium-sized Baguette bag, finely embroidered all-over with pink sequins in different shapes and sizes for a 3D effect and decorated with ...
$3,347
Size: French 40/42
Christian Dior by Gianfranco Ferre S/S 1994 vintage black silk evening dress
By Christian Dior, Gianfranco Ferré
Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest
Enjoy this item as part of our Holiday Sale, for one week! Christian Dior by Gianfranco Ferre spring summer 1994 runway black silk evening dress. A white version was presented on th...
Iconic Archival Alexander McQueen SS 2012 Laser Cut Silk Lace Dress
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Berlin, BE
Absolutely iconic Alexander McQueen SS 2012 Laser Cut Spine Lace Dress. Exuding an enigmatic allure that's both cutting-edge and timeless, the Laser Cut Black Leather Lace Dress fro...
$380Sale Price|60% Off
Size: XS (Fits UK 8 to UK 12)
Alexander McQueen Dress - Multi Dogtooth Knit - Burnt Orange + Black
By McQ Alexander McQueen, Alexander McQueen
Located in KENT, GB
Product Details: Alexander McQueen Dress - Multi Dogtooth Knit / Burnt Orange + Black - Full Skirt - Sleeveless Label: Alexander McQueen - McQ Size: XS (Fits UK 8 to UK 12) Fabric Co...
Shimmering Alexander McQueen Gold Jeweled Evening Dress Gown
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Alexander McQueen entrance maker gold metallic gown. Fashioned of a neutral shimmering gold metallic animal print showered with sparkling crystal embellishments. Mock neck and conc...
Iconic 1990s Dolce & Gabbana Beaded Fringe Bustier Top
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Dallas, TX
1990s Dolce & Gabbana Beaded Fringe Bustier Top An iconic collector’s piece from the early '90s, this Dolce & Gabbana bustier is a standout example of the brand’s bold, embellished ...
Roberto Cavalli blue-grey and gold brocade-print silk corset mini dress, fw 2004
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in London, GB
▪ Roberto Cavalli silk corseted mini dress ▪ Blue-grey and metallic gold brocade printed silk ▪ Corseted bodice with asymmetric ruching ▪ Ruffled mini skirt with frayed hem ▪ Cors...
ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 2009 Black Gray Nude Mesh Tassel Fringe Draped Dress
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 2009 Black Gray Nude Mesh Tassel Fringe Draped Dress Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Collection: S/S 2009 "Natural Dis-tinction Un-natural Selection" D...
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.
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