In his Paris home, French shoe designer Christian Louboutin talks collected objects and inspirations

Recognized worldwide for his iconic red-soled shoes, French designer Christian Louboutin has earned a firm place within the fashion vernacular, generating international fame with his luxury footwear designs, and celebrated for his unparalleled creativity and innovation. Sculpted with a discerning eye for proportion – and grounded by his inimitable personal stamp – Louboutin’s trademark stilettos have made an indelible mark on fashion, restoring the stiletto’s popularity in the ‘90s and ‘00s, and becoming a symbol of elegance for endless celebrity fans and loyal followers. Since he first opened his store in 1992, and still today, a passion for collaboration has underscored Louboutin’s design practice, recognizing the transformative power of art as a core motivation behind his work and continued legacy.…read more at nowness.com _______________________________________ Subscribe to NOWNESS here: http://bit.ly/youtube-nowness Like NOWNESS on Facebook: http://bit.ly/facebook-nowness Follow NOWNESS on Twitter: http://bit.ly/twitter-nowness Daily exclusives for the culturally curious: http://bit.ly/nowness-com Behind the scenes on Instagram: http://bit.ly/instagram-nowness Staff Picks on Vimeo: http://bit.ly/vimeo-nowness