Shoe designer to a-list celebrities and stylish women who want to wear them, Christian Louboutin was born in Paris in 1963. Starting as an apprentice at Charles Jourdan's shoe factory he was inspired by showgirls at a Parisian cabaret, Les Folies Bergère. He worked with famous designers such as Chanel and YSL. In 1992 he opened his first shop in Paris. Today he owns 14 boutiques in cities such as New York, Las Vegas and London, and plans to open more in Asia this year. His shoes are known for it's red sole and ultimate high heel. He gets his inspiration from nature, art, history and the world around him. Famous styles from his collection are the Pigalle, a pointed toe stiletto high heel; the Prive, a peep-toe pump and the Platform, which comes in many different shapes and styles. Next to his collection of shoes he also designs bags.
The Pigalle
Very Prive red satin pump 2008
In 2007 he worked together with David Lynch to create a show, Fetish. This show displays a five limited edition pairs of shoes.
His creations are the result of high quality handmade, sexy, elegant and fabulous shoes. Shoes that will make any woman stand taller and more fabulous in life.
"The Pansy" 1994 first shoe to receive red sole
"Ariella Clou" boots 2007
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