NEW Christian Louboutin Stage 110 Ponyhair Leopard Print Platform Boots 42
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Mechanicsville, VA
hristian Louboutin Stage 110 Animal Print Pony Hair Bootie Color Multi Size 42 Heel height 110mm Hair on leather upper Red lacquered leather sole Platform heel Square toe Full hidd...
Christian Louboutin KM Lace Booty 100 Corset Lace Pointed Toe Boots 42
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Mechanicsville, VA
Christian Louboutin KM Lace Booty 100 Corset Lace Pointed Toe Boots 42 Color Pearl Size 42EU Heel Height 100mm Leather, mesh and lace upper Full lace up with full back heel zipper...
Christian Louboutin White Spiked Leather Sneakers EU 42
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Krakow, PL
Elevate your style with these iconic Christian Louboutin white spiked sneakers! Crafted with a luxurious leather upper and insole, these sneakers feature a lace-up closure and a clas...
NEW Christian Louboutin Jane Botta 85mm Calf Leather Knee High Boots 42
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Mechanicsville, VA
Christian Louboutin Jane 85mm Knee High Boots 42 Color Black Size 42EU Heel Height 85mm Calfskin upper Signature red leather sole Round toe Hidden side part zip Knee high shaft hei...
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Size 9.5 Black Pink Mixed Materials Leather Sneakers
By Christian Louboutin
Located in San Francisco, CA
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN sneakers comes in a black and pink mix of materials featuring silver holographic back details, high-top, signature red sole, and a lace up closure. Made in Italy....
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Size 9 Pink White Checkered Fabric High Top Sneakers
By Christian Louboutin
Located in San Francisco, CA
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN sneakers comes in a pink and white checkered tweed material featuring high-top, signature red sole, and a lace up closure. Made in Italy.Excellent Pre-Owned Condi...
Christian Louboutin Brown Python Louis High Top Sneakers Size 42
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Step into fashion-forward luxury with these Christian Louboutin sneakers. These premium kicks offer a harmonious blend of style and comfort, perfect for those who demand sophisticati...
Christian Louboutin Black Leather Lou Spikes High Top Sneakers Size 42
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
A stunning update on a signature design, these Christian Louboutin sneakers feature signature patterns. The pair has round toes, lace-up vamps, and spikes that are hand-placed on the...
Christian Louboutin Black Leather Lou Spikes High Top Sneakers Size 42
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
A stunning update on a signature design, these Christian Louboutin sneakers feature signature patterns. The pair has round toes, lace-up vamps, and spikes that are hand-placed on the...
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Nude brown rubber LOUBI Thong Sandals Shoes 42
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Zürich, CH
Measurements Imprinted Size 42 Shoe Size 42 Inside Sole 28cm (10.9in) Width 10.5cm (4.1in) All our listings include only the listed item unless otherwise specified in the descriptio...
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Nude brown rubber LOUBI Thong Sandals Shoes 42
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Zürich, CH
Measurements Imprinted Size 42 Shoe Size 42 Inside Sole 28cm (10.9in) Width 10.5cm (4.1in) All our listings include only the listed item unless otherwise specified in the descriptio...
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Diamante Louis White Flat Calf / Strass 42 / 9
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Miami, FL
Guaranteed authentic CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN striking Louis Flat Diamante sneaker. Coveted White diamante encrusted sneaker. Comes with signature box and sleeper. NEW or NEVER WORN. f...
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Black Patent Peeptoe Slingback Heels-42
By Christian Louboutin
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Black Patent Peep toe Slingback Heels-42. These beautiful Christian Louboutin Heels are in excellent condition. They have never been worn and have no marking or s...
Christian Louboutin Men's Very Beautiful Red Suede Loafer Spike Tassels 42 / 9
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Miami, FL
Guaranteed authentic Christian Louboutin very beautiful red suede loafer. Men's soft toned red loafer with leather tassles. Tassels are accentuated with signature red spikes. Comes ...
Men's CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Size 9 Black Leather DANDELION FLAT Loafers
By Christian Louboutin
Located in San Francisco, CA
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN "Dandelion Flat" loafers in a smooth black leather with a squared off pointed toe and red sole. With Box. Made in Italy. Excellent Pre-Owned Condition...
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Size 9 Black Lurex Denim Lace Up Sneakers
By Christian Louboutin
Located in San Francisco, CA
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN sneakers comes in a black lurex denim featuring red rubber sole and a lace up closure. Comes with box. Excellent Pre-Owned Condition. Marked: EU 42 Original Ret...
Men's CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Size 9 Miele Tan Leather DANDELION FLAT Loafers
By Christian Louboutin
Located in San Francisco, CA
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN "Dandelion Flat" loafers in a tan smooth leather with signature red sole. w\With Box. Made in Italy. Excellent Pre-Owned Condition. Marked: IT 42 Ou...
Men's CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Size 9 Red & White Leather ALFRED FLAT Lace Up
By Christian Louboutin
Located in San Francisco, CA
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN "Alfred Flat" lace ups in a vibrant red soft leather featuring a white midsole, grommets, and heel with signature red sole. With Box. Made in Italy. E...
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Size 9 Black Leather VIKING FLAT DOuble Monk Strap Loafers
By Christian Louboutin
Located in San Francisco, CA
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN "Viking Flat" loafers in a black smooth leather featured a squared off point toe, double monk strap closure with gunmetal polished hardware, and signatu...
Christian Louboutin Louis Spikes Flat Sneakers
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Elevate your look with these show stopping sneakers. Featuring a deep red suede and spikes throughout, these sneakers were originally created in 2009 and have had multiple variations...
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Size 9 Brown & Beige Leopard Pomnyhair Canvas High Top Sneak
By Christian Louboutin
Located in San Francisco, CA
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUIN high top sneakers come in leopard print ponyhair with a full lace up front, brown canvas sides, and back belt detail. Excellent Pre-Owned Condition. Marked: IT 4...
Men's CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Size 9 Black Leather CAPRI FLAT Monk Strap Lace Up
By Christian Louboutin
Located in San Francisco, CA
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN "Capri Flat" lace up dress shoe in a smooth black leather featuring a squared off point toe, monk strap detail, and signature red sole. with Box. Made i...
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Size 12 Beige Spiked Leather & Mesh ALARC Sandals
By Christian Louboutin
Located in San Francisco, CA
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN "ALARC" sandals come in light "nude" beige tulle with mesh over and feature a peep toe, leather skinny X straps with gold tone spikes, metallic gold insole, and c...
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Size 9 Brown Tan Animal Print Leather Platform Boots
By Christian Louboutin
Located in San Francisco, CA
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN boots in a brown and tan leather featuring a pony hair texture, platform with signature red sole, and side zipper closure. Made in Italy.Excellent Pre-Owned Condi...
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Size 9 Brown Pony Hair Leather Lace Up Boots
By Christian Louboutin
Located in San Francisco, CA
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN boots comes in a brown pony hair featuring a square toe, signature red sole, and a lace up closure. Made in Italy. Very Good Pre-Owned Condition. Wear at sole. ...
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Rollerlove Love crystal embroidery black velvet loafer EU42
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Hong Kong, NT
Missing one crystal on left shoe. Press marks on velvet upper. SIZING: Designer Size: EU 42 Size Reference: EU42 / US12 / UK9 / JP29.5 MEASUREMENTS: Heel: 2 cm / .79 '' This...
new CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Lou New Degra Rougissime red strass toe sneakers EU42
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Hong Kong, NT
There is a marking on the brand label. SIZING: Designer size: EU 42 Size reference: US9 / UK8 / EU42 MEASUREMENTS: Heel: 2 cm / 0.8 "" Shoe shaft (Not including heel): 13 cm /...
new CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Louis Orlato black spike stud strass high top EU42
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Hong Kong, NT
new CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Louis Orlato black spike stud strass high top EU42 Reference: TGAS/B01654 Brand: Christian Louboutin Designer: Christian Louboutin Model: Louis Orlato Ma...
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN white leather silver spike stud low top skate sneakerss EU42
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN white leather silver spike stud low top skate sneakerss EU42 Brand: Christian Louboutin Designer: Christian Louboutin Model Name / Style: Low top sneaker Material...
new CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Louis Orlato Colleage high top lace up sneakers EU42
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Hong Kong, NT
new CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Louis Orlato Colleage high top lace up sneakers EU42 Reference: TGAS/B01074 Brand: Christian Louboutin Designer: Christian Louboutin Model: Louis Orlato Co...
new CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Sailor Boat red suede degrade strass low sneaker EU42
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Hong Kong, NT
new CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Sailor Boat red suede degrade strass low sneaker EU42 Reference: TGAS/B00249 Brand: Christian Louboutin Designer: Christian Louboutin Model: Sailor Boat ...
new CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Red Runner red suede mesh chunky sole sneaker EU42
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Hong Kong, NT
new CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Red Runner red suede mesh chunky sole sneaker EU42 Reference: TGAS/B00247 Brand: Christian Louboutin Designer: Christian Louboutin Model: Red Runner Mate...
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN white leather stone patent spike stud high top sneakers EU42
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN white leather stone patent spike stud high top sneakers EU42 Reference: TGAS/B01062 Brand: Christian Louboutin Designer: Christian Louboutin Model: White pate...
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Louis Orlato blue suede stud high top sneakers EU42 US9 UK8
By Christian Louboutin
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Louis Orlato blue suede stud high top sneakers EU42 US9 UK8 Reference: TGAS/B01845 Brand: Christian Louboutin Designer: Christian Louboutin Model: Louis Orlato...
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.