If there was ever a shoe designer who could turn an innocent shoe lover into a shoe fetishist it has to be Christian Louboutin. The shoes to come out of this French design house, like the ones shown above from the Spring 2009 ready-to-wear collection, are so gorgeous I could die for them. Each is like a sculptural art piece.
I love the first image, which features the ‘Mary Jane’ high heels that feature a hidden platform and ruffle detail. No matter what you wear with these, you will feel like a rufflelicious princess.
Ruffly High Heels
Christian Louboutin's Spring '09 RTW Shoes Are Like Wearable Sculptures
Trend Themes
1. Sculptural Footwear - Opportunity for designers to create artistic and visually striking shoes.
2. Hidden Platforms - Potential for footwear brands to incorporate hidden platforms for added height and comfort.
3. Ruffle Detail - Market demand for shoes with ruffle accents to add a playful and feminine touch.
Industry Implications
1. Footwear Design - Shoe designers can explore innovative techniques and materials to create sculptural footwear.
2. Fashion Retail - Opportunity for retailers to offer a variety of shoes with hidden platforms to cater to different consumer preferences.
3. Accessories Industry - Potential for accessory brands to expand their product offerings by incorporating ruffle details in their shoe designs.