Christian Louboutin Black Velvet Lace-Up Platform Ankle Boots - EU 40
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Amman, JO
Christian Louboutin Black Velvet Lace-Up Platform Ankle Boots Christian Louboutin ankle boots crafted in black velvet, featuring a lace-up front with decorative loop detailing and s...
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Ghildarc 160 suede square toe lace up platform pumps EU37.5
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Ghildarc 160 black suede square toe lace up platform pumps EU37.5 Reference: MELK/A00330 Brand: Christian Louboutin Model: Ghildarc 160 Material: Leather Color: B...
Black Christian Louboutin Lace-Up Over-The-Knee Heeled Boots Size 39
By Christian Louboutin
Located in New York, NY
Black leather platform heeled over-the-knee boots by Christian Louboutin.
Christian Louboutin Black Suede and Patent Mayerling Lace Up Sandals Size 36.5
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
This pair of sandals by Christian Louboutin delivers sophistication. The shoes come made from suede & patent leather in a classy shade of black and are designed with lace-ups and 10c...
Christian Louboutin Black Suede and Patent Mayerling Lace Up Sandals Size 36.5
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
This pair of sandals by Christian Louboutin delivers sophistication. The shoes come made from suede & patent leather in a classy shade of black and are designed with lace-ups and 10c...
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Black Python Lace Up Heels Sz. 39
By Christian Louboutin
Located in New York, NY
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Black Python Lace Up Heels Sz. 39 Made in Italy Materials: black snakeskin, black leather.
new CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Amazoulo black lace up cut out gladiator heels EU36.5
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Hong Kong, NT
new CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Amazoulo black lace up cut out gladiator heels EU36.5 CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Amazoulo 100.
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Grey Wool Lace-Up Peeptoe Booties Sz. 40
By Christian Louboutin
Located in New York, NY
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Grey Wool Lace-Up Peeptoe Booties Sz. 40 Made in Italy Features lightly pointed peep-toe bootie in grey wool.
Christian Louboutin Brown Leather Serena 150 Lace Up Sandals sz 41
By Christian Louboutin
Located in New York, NY
Christian Louboutin Brown Leather Serena 150 Lace Up Pumps Features wooden stacked heel and platform Made In: Italy Color: Brown Materials: Leather and wood Closure/Opening: Fro...
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Nikita 100 nude mesh peep toe lace up chunky bootie EU36
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Nikita 100 nude mesh peep toe lace up chunky bootie EU36 CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Nikita 100.
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN black lace up gathered strip applique high heel bootie EU39
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN black lace up gathered strip applique high heel bootie EU39 Brand: Christian Louboutin Designer: Christian Louboutin Model Name / Style: Bootie Material: Leather ...
Christian Louboutin Pink Suede Lace Up Kate Pumps Size 37
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Curvaceous arches a feminine appeal and a well built structure define this set of designer pumps. Coming with comfortable insoles and sleek heels style them with your favorite outfits.
New Christian Louboutin Sometimes Beige Lace Up Leather Booties
By Christian Louboutin
Located in San Diego, CA
Look fierce in these Christian Louboutin Sometimes Beige Leather Booties that lace up the front.
Christian Louboutin Multicolor Satin Sandale Du Desert Lace up Sandals 37.5
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
These absolutely gorgeous Sandale Du Desert sandals by Christian Louboutin exude the label's feminine aesthetics and brilliant craftsmanship in shoemaking. These beauties have been m...
Christian Louboutin Black Canvas Lace Up Espadrille Wedge Sneakers Size 39
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Give your outfit a luxe update with this pair of wedge sneakers. The shoes are sewn perfectly to help you make a statement in them for a long time.
Christian Louboutin Gold Leather Lace up Crisscross Sandals Size 38
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
They have been designed with cut-out straps that form a cage design and endowed with comfortable laces and high heels.
Christian Louboutin Gold Leather Lace up Crisscross Sandals Size 38
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
They have been designed with cut-out straps that form a cage design and endowed with comfortable laces and high heels.
Christian Louboutin Suede & Mesh Lace-Up Sandals with Elaphe Trim - Size EU 38.5
By Christian Louboutin
Located in London, GB
Christian Louboutin Black Over Ankle Peep Toe Heel - Elaphe snakeskin trim - Lace Up Button Closure across Foot - suede Tongue - Peep-toe - mesh body - Stiletto Heel - Signatur...
Christian Louboutin Black Suede Bloody Mary Lace up Pumps Size 39
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Head out in style in this pair of fabulously pumps from the house of Christian Louboutin. They are crafted from suede and designed with lace-ups that end as ties around the ankles.
Christian Louboutin Black Suede Bloody Mary Lace up Pumps Size 39
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Head out in style in this pair of fabulously pumps from the house of Christian Louboutin. They are crafted from suede and designed with lace-ups that end as ties around the ankles.
Christian Louboutin Navy Blue/Green Leather Mayerling Lace Up Sandals Size 37.5
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Includes: Original Dustbag, Extra Heel Tips, Original Box
Christian Louboutin Navy Blue/Green Leather Mayerling Lace Up Sandals Size 37.5
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Includes: Original Dustbag, Extra Heel Tips, Original Box
Christian Louboutin Black Mesh Open Ondessa Lace Up Booties Size 38
By Christian Dior
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Feel your glamorous best wearing these Christian Louboutin open-toe booties. Made from mesh and leather, the black pair is truly feminine in its design and flaunts gorgeous lace-up f...
Christian Louboutin Wine Suede Compacta Wedge Heel Lace Up Boots Size 38
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
These Compacta boots from Christian Louboutin deserve all your attention! Crafted from suede in a lovely wine shade, they feature round toes and lace-ups on the vamps.
Christian Louboutin Wine Suede Compacta Wedge Heel Lace Up Boots Size 38
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
These Compacta boots from Christian Louboutin deserve all your attention! Crafted from suede in a lovely wine shade, they feature round toes and lace-ups on the vamps.
Christian Louboutin Wine Suede Compacta Wedge Heel Lace Up Boots Size 38
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
These Compacta boots from Christian Louboutin deserve all your attention! Crafted from suede in a lovely wine shade, they feature round toes and lace-ups on the vamps.
Gucci Alligator and Leather Boots Rare Fall Winter 2005 Sz 8
By Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Worn Twice Uppers are Perfect 2005 Runway Show * Gucci * U.S. Size: 8 * Soft Brown Leather * Alligator Uppers * Gold Buckle * 4.25" Heel * Gold Leather Lining * With Gucci Boot Dust ...
Dolce & Gabbana F/W 2003 Corset Hook and Eye Closure Leather Boots in Black
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Berlin, DE
These Dolce & Gabbana knee-high boots from the Fall/Winter 2003 collection are a striking embodiment of the brand’s early 2000s sensuality and craftsmanship. Made from richly tex...
Extremely Rare Dolce & Gabbana Runway Boots – S/S 2000 Size 38
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Berlin, DE
A museum-worthy piece from Spring/Summer 2000 Dolce & Gabbana, these ultra-rare knee-high boots capture the bold, futuristic sensuality that defined the early millennium. Crafted...
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...
Red platform-sandals in patent calf Christian Louboutin
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Red platform-sandals in patent calf. Heels height: 14 cm Platform height: 4 cm Shoe Size : 39 (It) Provided with the box and dust-bag.
New Fendi Beaver Fur and Suede Platform Boots Booties Sz 38.5
By Fendi
Located in Conroe, TX
Fendi Fur Boots Brand New * Euro: 38.5 * Stunning Beaver Fur Lines the Front and the Inside of the Boots * Soft Taupe Nubuck Leather * Zips up the Back * 1.25" Front Platform * 4.7...
$310
Size: EU 37.5 / UK 4.5
Giuseppe Zanotti Dove Grey Suede Peep Toe Platform Heel Less Slingback EU 37.5
By Giuseppe Zanotti
Located in Sheffield, GB
Giuseppe Zanotti Dove Grey Suede Peep Toe Platform Heel- Less Slingback Pumps - Heels Size 37.5 Avant Guard Giuseppe Zanotti Heel-less Plaform Shoes in dove Grey suede lined in natu...
Giuseppe Zanotti Peep-Toe Leather Platform Heels
By Giuseppe Zanotti
Located in London, GB
Giuseppe Zanotti Peep-Toe Leather Platform Heels Black heels crafted from smooth leather featuring an almond peep-toe. Designed with a high platform and a stiletto heel. Leather l...
DOLCE & GABBANA 2000s Sexy Patent Black shiny Leather Stiletto Knee Boots
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Sheffield, GB
Fabulous DOLCE & GABBANA 2000's Vintage Sexy Patent Black shiny Leather Stiletto Knee Boots ! Made in Italy. Pointed Toe / Stiletto Heel Stretchy Bandage Material panel Patent Bla...
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN black CROCODILE ROLANDO Platform Pumps Shoes 38.5
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Christian Louboutin Rolando platform pumps in black alligator with almond toe shape. Have been worn and are in excellent condition. Black rubber sole got added. Meas...
Black Christian Louboutin Platform Heeled Knee-High Boots
By Christian Louboutin
Located in New York, NY
Black leather platform heeled knee-high boots by Christian Louboutin. Zip closures at inner sides. 15" shaft height, 0.75" platform height, 5.5" heel height.
New Versace Vintage PF 2011 Over-the-Knee Cheetah Print Calf Leather Boots It 40
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
These vintage Versace over-the-knee boots from the Fall 2011 collection are a rare, high-fashion statement piece crafted from luxurious leopard-print calf hair (often referred to as ...
Christian Louboutin Blue Denim Lady Peep Spikes Heels - Size 39.5
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Krakow, PL
Christian Louboutin Denim Spike Heels Sz.39.5 Blue Very Good Condition Description: Striking Christian Louboutin denim heels featuring signature spikes on the upper, crafted from pre...
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Daffodile 160 silver crystal encrusted platform pumps EU37.5
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Daffodile Strass 160 silver crystal encrusted platform pumps EU37.5 Reference: MELK/A00237 Brand: Christian Louboutin Model: Daffodile Strass 160 Material: Fabric...
Christian Louboutin Purple Suede Platform Pumps
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Fashion is supposed to be fun, so take risks! Start by adding this edgy pair of Christian Louboutin pumps to your collection. These are so smartly designed as it takes feminine and m...
Christian Louboutin Black Patent Leather So Kate Pumps - EU 38
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Amman, JO
Christian Louboutin Black Patent Leather So Kate Pumps Turn heads in these iconic Christian Louboutin So Kate pumps, crafted in glossy black patent leather and finished with the br...
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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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.