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Video: A look into why Louboutin's signature red-bottom heels cost so much

Christian Louboutin's trademark red-bottomed shoes have become iconic. Beyoncé wore a custom pair of boots for her Coachella performance, and Cardi B slipped on a pair of "bloody shoes" for her "Bodak Yellow" music video. But why do these heels cost hundreds, and sometimes thousands, of dollars? Source: Business Insider Channel, YouTube.

Fashion

Christian Louboutin launches belts for men

Christian Louboutin is launching a new product category: belts for men. Eight styles, all made of leather and manufactured in Italy, will join the label’s catalogue from December. The belts will come in different colors and feature Louboutin’s signature shade of red on the backside. The collection will be available for purchase at christian...

Report

Christian Louboutin UK pays 3m pounds dividend despite flat sales and lower profits

Christian Louboutin got a dividend of 3 million pounds (3.9 million dollars) from its UK business in 2017 despite flat sales and falling profits. According to the accounts filed with the Companies House UK, for the year ending August 31, 2018, Christian Louboutin UK Limited, reported a moderate rise of 0.3 percent in turnover to 52.7 million...

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Christian Louboutin wins one more legal battle over red soles

The EU Court of Justice has ruled in favor of Christian Louboutin in a legal battle between the French designer and Dutch footwear retailer Van Haren, which started selling stiletto shoes with red soles in 2012. The highest European court recognized the red soles as a trademark protected by Louboutin’s company. According to European law, the...

Business

Christian Louboutin and Puig team up for new beauty license

Christian Louboutin has found a new fragrance party in Puig as it expands its beauty business. While their nail polishes have been a success, Louboutin is aiming to expand their fragrance business to compete with other top department store brands. In 2013, the two companies came together to create the vision for Louboutin's beauty category,...

Business

Louboutin loses EU trademark in red sole court case

Christian Louboutin has lost a landmark case in the European Union’s highest court against others using his signature red-soled shoe design. The case saw Louboutin file a case against Dutch high street shoe company Van Haren, which in 2013 sold high-heeled shoes with a red sole, a design attributed to Louboutin. The EU court’s Advocate General...

Fairs

Christian Louboutin to make Pitti Uomo debut

Luxury French footwear designer Christian Louboutin is to make his Pitti Uomo debut with a “one-of-a-kind project” at the menswear tradeshow that will feature a competitive sporting event. Taking place on June 13, the “engaging sporting event” will be held in a historic location in the centre of Florence and will feature Christian Louboutin...

Fashion

Christian Louboutin x Los Artesanos de Taller Maya for Mexicaba

London - Designer footwear and accessories label Christian Louboutin has partnered with luxury etailer Matchesfashion.com for an exclusive preview of its newest Treasure tote, the Mexicaba. The new tote bag, which features vivid panels made from handwoven cotton, bright embroidery and traditional handpainted beads was created in collaboration...

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Women say farewell to heels and hello to comfy trainers

London - The high heel was once seen as the staple shoe in any respectable woman's wardrobe. Elegant, sophisticated and sensual, the emergence of popular TV shows such as 'Sex and the City' encouraged women across the globe to embrace their inner Carrie by purchasing a pair, or two,(or three) of stiletto Jimmy Choo's. A photo posted by...

Fashion

SportyHenri.com taps Christian Louboutin for collab

Los Angeles - French footwear designer Christian Louboutin just announced a new collaboration with a menswear shop. Pairing with e-commerce company SportyHenri.com, the two have come together to create an exclusive collection. SportyHenri.com is known as an e-concept store that provides lifestyle and sportswear for men. Aimed at the modern...

Fashion

Christian Louboutin to launch fragrances

Footwear designer Christian Louboutin is launching a series of fragrances, the company's first foray into perfumes after it tested the waters in the beauty sector with a lipstick. Initial distribution is expected to be channeled via 115 global retailers, including 65 Louboutin stores and e-commerce platforms. “Everything that is new that you do...

Fashion

Louboutin now offering nude flats

Nude flats are now a hot luxury item thanks to legendary shoe maker Christian Louboutin. In 2015, Louboutin expanded his selection of nude shoes from five to seven shades. However, in this expansion he ignored what has become a critical staple in the average woman's wardrobe: flats. The designer has finally rectified this and has included a...