CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN BOOK BY RIZZOLI

"An extraordinary monograph created by Christian Louboutin, renowned for his beautifully crafted handmade shoes, in particular his elegantly sexy stilettos. This stunning volume, with a fanciful and intricate pop-up, an elaborate foldout cover, and dramatic still-life photography, evokes the artistry and theatricality of Louboutin's shoe designs.
Celebrated for his vertiginously high stilettos with their signature lacquer-red soles, Louboutin has achieved cult status with celebrities as well as fashionistas. His eclectic and exotic designs, often incorporating feathers, beads, and sequins, are a constant and dramatic presence on the red carpet and in nightclubs and restaurants the world over.
Louboutin's first book, this monograph highlights the extraordinary range of his couture, from his iconic and glamorous creations to his fetishistic pieces, including his collaborations with David Lynch, meant more for the bedroom than the street. New photography captures Louboutin's artistic sensibilities, while an in-depth interview reveals Louboutin's life, travels, and inspirations, presenting a very personal look at the man behind the shoes.
A work of art in itself, with a five-piece foldout binding and a pop-up, Christian Louboutin is an enticing and revelatory look at the most important luxury shoe designer of our day.
The book is divided into six chapters. The first chapter covers Louboutin's biography, his start as a designer from his work for Chanel and Yves Saint Laurent to his first boutique in 1992, and his early creations and influences illustrated with many never-seen-before photos from his personal archives; chapter two features the Louboutin boutiques around the world showcasing the varied and extravagant interior designs and displays; chapter three is "20 years of design" and highlights his shoe designs from over the years with all-new still-life photography, as well as editorial art; chapter four features the spectacular interiors of Louboutin's homes in Paris and Luxor, Egypt, and behind-the-scenes shots from his studios and workshops; chapter five focuses on his creative collaborations with David Lynch, of a series called "Fetish," of limited-edition shoes by Louboutin and limited-edition photos by Lynch; chapter six is a complete catalogue raisonne of his work, with photos of all 120 shoe designs."
Available on October 25, 2011.
Source: Sandiinthecity

Christian Louboutin N°299 black suede and silver watersnake peeptoe platform sandal

Coming to a store near you at the end of August is the Christian Louboutin N°299 black suede and silver watersnake peeptoe platform sandal from the fall/winter 2011/2012 collection. According to the Louboutin website, "the N°299 is defined by the juxtaposition of her bold toe box and delicate ankle strap. Buckle into this futuristic 150mm heel and find that hiding your riskier side will be near impossible." These lovelies will retail for $1,095.00.

Christian Louboutin SA lost a court bid to stop Yves Saint Laurent

Christian Louboutin SA lost a court bid to stop Yves Saint Laurent America from selling women's shoes that Louboutin claims are identical to its trademarked red-sole footwear. U.S. District Judge Victor Marrero in Manhattan rejected Louboutin's request for a preliminary injunction halting sales of the shoes during the case. "Because in the fashion industry color serves ornamental and aesthetic functions vital to robust competition, the court finds that Louboutin is unlikely to be able to prove that its red outsole brand is entitled to trademark protection," Marrero said in an opinion filed today.Louboutin, a Paris-based fashion company, sued Yves Saint Laurent in April, accusing it of selling shoes "with red outsoles that are virtually identical" to Louboutin's. Saint Laurent's shoes "threaten to mislead the public," according to the complaint.

           

SHOES !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Embrace the hardware trend with these black embossed leather ankle boots by Alexander McQueen. Team with your sophisticated evening ensembles for a fashion forward finish. Heel measures 5.5in/14cm with a 0.8in/2cm platform.

Step into the wild with these monochrome python Roccia gladiator shoes by Christian Louboutin. Heel measures 4in/10cm.

• Monochrome python
• Open toe
• Ankle high
• Caged front
• Silver bobble buttoned detail front
• Back zip

With a light-catching crystal-covered heel, Miu Miu's fresh white silk-satin sandals are a high-glamour style. These fab shoes have a buckle-fastening ankle strap, a single front strap, and an almond shape toe. Heel measures approximately 125mm/ 5 inches with a 25mm/ 1 inch platform.

Transform a classic summer outfit with Yves Saint Laurent's statement gray, olive and orange python sandals. These sandals have a peaked round toe, thin straps that cross over and are woven through the platform and heel and a buckle-fastening ankle strap. Heel measures approximately 140mm/ 5.5 inches with a 50mm/ 2 inch platform.

Spring footwear doesn't get more fabulous than Christian Louboutin's bright-pink studded gold leather Lady Peep pumps. Heel measures approximately 150mm/ 6 inches with a 30mm/ 1 inch platform.

With flashes of red, yellow and turquoise, the Lais is a beautifully cut, perfectly elegant, gorgeous Spring shoe. Heel measures approximately 145mm with a 30mm platform. Signature gold Charlotte Olympia spider web logo on the sole.

Christian Louboutin's The "Blake"

Names after Blake Lively, this shoe is Louboutin's creation. Christian Louboutin had named a shoe after Blake Lively when she visited his atelier in Paris and fell in love with one of his creations. Well, here it is - the Blake.