Christian Louboutin
In 1991, Christian Louboutin opened his first boutique in the Galerie Verot-Dodat, a neoclassic covered arcade in the center of Paris.
A self-taught shoemaker, Louboutin got his start in fashion at the age of 16 as an intern at the Folies Bergère, where he created footwear for the dancers. It was a fundamental experience, establishing Louboutin’s signature aesthetic, blending old-fashioned Hollywood glamour with the sultry camp of cabaret and highbrow art and artistry. And according to Louboutin, his trademark red sole came about early on, when he used an assistant’s nail lacquer to cover the marred sole on a shoe sample.
In the early 2000s, Sarah Jessica Parker and costume designer Patricia Field helped boost the brand’s status in the U.S. on the HBO series “Sex and the City” (recall her now-famous “Hello lover” line). Now, Louboutin’s red-soled heels are one of the most coveted fashion items in the world. His popular Kate and So Kate pumps have been worn by many A-list stars. Cardi B famously rapped about Louboutins in her 2017 hit “Bodak Yellow.” And Taylor Swift wore his custom heels and boots throughout her record-breaking “Eras Tour.”
The Christian Louboutin brand encompasses women’s, men’s and kids’ footwear, as well as bags, accessories, beauty and fragrances.
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Wearing sunglasses indoors was welcomed at the launch party for Christian Louboutin eyewear.
Marsai Martin Picks Off-The-Shoulder Look and Perfect Louboutin So Kate Heels for ‘Good Morning America’
The shoes are a classic red carpet staple.
Lauren Sanchez Picks Out Beige Christian Louboutin Pumps for 2025 Breakthrough Prize Ceremony With Jeff Bezos
She paired the shoes with a shiny red dress.
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Will Smith Brings His Mom and Beige Christian Louboutin Loafers to Philly Street Renaming Ceremony
The Chambelimoc loafers include a silver pin.
Jenna Ortega Goes for Sky-High Louboutin Maria Frou Pumps for ‘Death of a Unicorn’ Premiere at SXSW
She wore the Maria Frou Alta pumps, which Jennifer Lopez recently wore at the Sundance Film Festival.
A Closer Look at the Bizarre Christian Louboutin Shoes at the Matières Fécales Show in Paris
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Jenna Ortega Elevates Her 2025 Vanity Fair Oscar Party Look With Towering Louboutin’s Rosalie Sandals
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Maison Margiela and Christian Louboutin Reinvent the Tabi Style and Use Deconstructive Methods In Their Two-Part Debut Capsule Collection
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