$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: TGAS/F00143 Brand: Christian Louboutin Model: Marcantonia Flat Collection: AW2022 Mate...
$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 Reference: TGAS/F00146 Brand: Christian Louboutin Model: Morgan Fleur 30 Collection: SS20...
rare CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Marale Boot 140 Suede Vulcano crystal mesh booties EU38
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Marale Boot 140 Suede Vulcano strass crystal mesh booties EU38 Reference: MELK/A00289 Brand: Christian Louboutin Model: Marale Boot 140 Material: Leather, Me...
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 produced in very limited quantities.
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 crystals in a flame design that flow through to the trims and heels of the pumps. The inte...
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 Autumn/Winter 2011 ready to wear collection.
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 Christian Louboutin's Limited Edition Graffiti Collection Show stopping style, with blue ...
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 Reference: TGAS/F00137 Brand: Christian Louboutin Model: Louis Orlato Material: Suede, Acr...
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/A00171 Brand: Christian Louboutin Material: Fabric Color: Red Pattern: Oriental Ex...
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/D00524 Brand: Christian Louboutin Model: Fetish Lady Peep 150 Material: Leather Color: G...
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/D00524 Brand: Christian Louboutin Model: Fetish Lady Peep 150 Material: Leather Color: G...
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.
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/D00689 Brand: Christian Louboutin Model: Luckyl Material: Fur, Leather Color: Pink, R...
rare CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Neurone Nappa Nero leather buttons cage sandals EU37
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Neurone Nappa Nero black leather buttons cage sandals EU37 Reference: MELK/A00272 Brand: Christian Louboutin Model: Neurone Nappa Nero Material: Leather Colo...
rare CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN MARVEL The Amazing Loubi Flat Cosmos loafers EU41
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN MARVEL The Amazing Loubi Flat Cosmos metallic black patent chunky loafers EU41 Reference: TGAS/F00998 Brand: Christian Louboutin Collection: Marvel Limited E...
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 Reference: TGAS/F00079 Brand: Christian Louboutin Model: Foxtrottissima 160 Material:...
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: TGAS/D01142 Brand: Christian Louboutin Model: Sweet Charity Material: Leather, Fab...
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. The rear is blue satin with satin piping around the top. The sides and front o...
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 feature a semi sheer PVC bow toe strap with skinny leather ankle harness and retro st...
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/D00689 Brand: Christian Louboutin Model: Luckyl Material: Fur, Leather Color: Pink, R...
Christian Louboutin NEW and RARE Green Multi Color Crystal High Heels Pumps
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Chicago, IL
CURATOR'S NOTES WHOA! AMAZING PRICE REDUCTION FOR A LIMITED TIME ONLY! Incredible collector's shoes, stunning brand new Christian Louboutin pumps featuring leather upper embell...
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 limited edition Christian Louboutin men's high top sneakers with signature spikes eleg...
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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 over with brass studs. In excellent condition, like new throughout, the inside is fi...
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 Size IT 36.5 Snakeskin (Python) Slip on Made in Italy Heel height 4.75" Inclu...
Moss Deep Green Soft Linen Silk Classic Modern Artisanal Handwoven Scarf
By Studio Variously
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
Custom design by Studio Variously, Moss is a light weight linen silk blend scarf. It is finely handwoven by master artisans in Nepal. A sustainable design brand based out of Michi...
John Galliano for Christian Dior S/S 2009 Silk Halter Dress
By Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous rich purple silk halter dress by John Galliano for Christian Dior. It is fitted through the bodice with a stunning intricately detailed ruffle trimmed plunge halter neckli...
2000s Gucci by Tom Ford Iconic Charlestone sequins dress
By Gucci
Located in Capri, IT
2000s Gucci by Tom Ford Iconic Charlestone sequins black dress totally made in italy in italian size range 42
Alexander McQueen New Fur Jacket 'ESHU' A/W 2000
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Water Mill, NY
An incredible rare black, shiny, soft, silky goat fur jacket from Alexander McQueen's F/W 2000 Eshu collection. It has a standup collar, V neckline, front fur hook closures and is li...
ALEXANDER McQUEEN c.1996 Pink Denim Structured Fit Midi Flared Pencil Skirt
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
ALEXANDER McQUEEN c.1996 Pink Denim Structured Fit Midi Flared Pencil Skirt Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen / Gibo Co Spa Circa: 1996 Label(s): Alexander McQueen Designer: A...
$21,000
Size: 42 (FR) Vintage
Givenchy Couture John Galliano F/W 1996 Red Snakeskin Trim Plunge Back Gown
By Givenchy, John Galliano
Located in Chicago, IL
A most rare piece designed by John Galliano for the Givenchy Couture Fall Winter 1996 collection. Same style worn by supermodel Shalom Harlow on the runway. Documented in a fashion a...
$1,837Sale Price|25% Off
Size: FR 36
New Rare Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent YSL F/W 2001 Runway Coat Jacket Sz 36
By Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Conroe, TX
Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent Fall / Winter 2001 Brand New A Rare Find Size: FR 36 $2450 100% Virgin Wool Black Virgin Wool Jacket With Ruffle Trim Shown at the 2001 Fall Runway ...
Hermes Birkin 35 Vermillion Bag Gold Hardware Togo Leather
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers an Hermes Birkin 35 bag featured in Vermillion. Unique warm red tone - is lush with gold hardware. Togo leather is scratch resistant. NEW or NEVER WORN. Comes with...
$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...
Hermes Kelly 20 Mini Sellier Rose Scheherazade Alligator Bag Palladium Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a Limited Edition Hermes Kelly 20 Sellier bag featured in stunning Rose Scheherazade alligator. Accentuated with crisp with palladium hardware. Timeless and highly ...
$395Sale Price|27% Off
Size: 36
Vintage New The Original Prada Car Shoe Flat Moccasin Shearling Driving Sz 36
By Prada
Located in Conroe, TX
The Original Car Shoe by Prada Vintage Brand New * Rust * Suede * Shearling Lining * Gold Hardware * Bow Toe * Flat Heel * Rubber Bumper Sole * With Box & Dust Cover
Thierry Mugler FW 1995 Gold Silk Runway Jacket seen on Kate Moss
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
Extremely rare iconic Thierry Mugler Jacket from his legendary Fall/Winter 1995 Collection. The sculptural showstopper piece exudes theatrical grandeur and sculptural artistry. Seen...
Roberto Cavalli 2003 Runway Cut-Out Silk Gown Showstopper Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Berlin, BE
Holy Grail Archival Cavalli Gown Thie beautiful Roberto Cavalli’s Spring/Summer 2003 gown is an exquisite statement in feminine allure, a masterpiece of fluid elegance. Well documen...
Worn in Sex and The City 2, Iconic John Galliano Christian Dior Newsprint Dress
By John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in New York, NY
Being offered is the Iconic John Galliano for Christian Dior Autumn/Winter 2000-2001 Newsprint Dress WORN by Sarah Jessica Parker and lent by Vintage Luxury N.Y. for Sex and the Cit...
Iconic Spectacular Thierry Mugler SS 1997 Gown 'Kiss of the Spiderwoman'
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
Behold the breathtaking embodiment of high drama and couture mastery: The stunning extremely rare Thierry Mugler "Kiss of the Spiderwoman" evening gown from the legendary Spring/Summ...
New Tom Ford for Gucci Turquoise Ostrich Bamboo Heel Men's Loafers US 10.5
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Montgomery, TX
Vintage Tom Ford for Gucci Turquoise Ostrich Bamboo Heel Men's Loafers US size - 10.5 Turquoise color Ostrich soft leather, Real bamboo heel, Braided leather accent around. Leather ...
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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