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.
Christian Louboutin
Blake Lively Elevates Casual Summer Style With Pearl-embellished Louboutins at Chanel’s Tribeca Festival Artists Dinner
The actress paired her glittering Louboutin heels with a playful Chanel knit and a candy-apple minaudière at…
Niecy Nash Shines in Gold Louboutins at the Black Women in Music Dinner With Wife Jessica Betts
She coordinated the Louboutins with a metallic gold dress.
Paris Jackson’s Dramatic Cannes Corset Dress Sparkles With Synergy in Christian Louboutin for ‘Honey Don’t!’ Film Premiere
The daughter of Michael Jackson wore a tonal brown look with notes of amber honey for sartorial synergy.
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She's worn the tall shoes before.
Angela Bassett Adds Height in 5-Inch Louboutin Heels for ‘Zero Day’ FYC Event
The shoes are five inches tall.
Blake Lively Re-Wears Her Favorite Christian Louboutin Crystal Queen Sandals on ‘Late Night With Seth Meyers’
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Teyana Taylor Attends King’s Trust Gala Wearing Christian Louboutin and Maison Margiela’s Xrismarteen Boot
She also wore a David Koma coat and Schiaparelli accessories.
Blake Lively Dares to Wear Christian Louboutin’s Spiky Estepic Silver Pumps in New York City
The shoes went with a gray crystal-embellished ensemble.
Princess Charlene of Monaco in Prada, Queen Rania of Jordan in Alaïa and More Royals in Somber Attire for Pope Francis’ Funeral Ceremony in Vatican City
Queen Letizia of Spain, Queen Mary of Denmark and more attended the funeral.
Serena Williams Steps on the 2025 TIME100 Gala Red Carpet in Louboutin’s Chic Condora Strap Heels
The shoes complemented a Stella McCartney dress.
Heidi Klum Picks Sheer Dress and 6-Inch Tan Platform Louboutin Heels in New York City
The shoe is a strappy sandal.
Blake Lively Shows Off Glamorous Louboutin Thigh-High Boots With Lipstick Heel at ‘Another Simple Favor’ Screening
The shoes feature the brand's Lipstrass heel.