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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Nicole Scherzinger Walks Tall in Sculptural Louboutins for ‘The View’ Appearance
The shoes were part of Christian Louboutin's Nude Collection.
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Ciara Approves of Socks and Heels Trend on ‘Today’ Show With Christian Louboutin’s Condora Pumps
She modeled the style with a button-down top and shorts.
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Sabrina Carpenter Goes Classic in Pleated Skirt and Satin Peep-toe Louboutin Pumps Dior Homme’s Spring 2026 Show
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Christian Louboutin’s Spring ’26 Men’s Collection Is Fit for a Dandy With Exquisite Lesage Hand-embroidered Butterflies, Collar Pins and More
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Ace Bailey Coordinates Christian Louboutin Shoes With His Family at NBA Draft Day One
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Dylan Harper Plays With Texture in Spiked Louboutin Loafers and Jacquard Suit at NBA Draft 2025
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Dua Lipa Brings Showgirl Sci-fi Glam to Liverpool Performance in Crystal Louboutin Boots
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Brad Pitt and Ines de Ramon Favor Square-toe Shoes and Neutral Heels During ‘F1’ Promo Tour
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Cardi B Warns Fashion Houses About the Lack of ‘It’ Shoes This Season: ‘That’s Why We Keep Buying Vintage’
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