During Paris Men’s Fashion Week, Christian Louboutin unveiled its Sartorial line with an immersive presentation and cocktails at the Hôtel de Crillon. Combining heritage and innovation, the experience brought the Maison’s craftsmanship to life through live demonstrations, choreographed movement and bespoke scenography.
In the Salon des Batailles, guests discovered the artisans’ masterful talent, revealing three of the House’s signature techniques: the patine, the glaçage, and the embroidery of Maison Lesage while in the Salon des Aigles, four performers embodied ’24 hours in the life of a dandy’ through a poetic choreography, dressed in key silhouettes from the collection. The final chapter unfolded in the Salon Marie-Antoinette, where the Chambeliss line took center stage— with style displayed like objets d’art in a billiard-inspired installation.
A celebration of timeless elegance, the experience offered guests a powerful homage to Christian Louboutin’s enduring dedication to artisanal excellence through a resolutely contemporary lens. The experience began in the Salon des Batailles, where people witnessed live demonstrations of traditional shoemaking techniques. Artisans brought to life la patine and le glaçage techniques; intricate embroidery by Maison Lesage adorned the limited-edition Farfajour and Farfanuit shoes, each featuring hand-embroidered butterflies.
In Salon des Aigles, the narrative unfolded with a choreographed performance by four dancers embodying key styles from the collection. Titled “24 Hours in the Life of a Dandy”, the performance was flanked by two bespoke installations — Vitrines l’Éclaté — that deconstructed the artistry behind the Farfaman and Farfarock shoes. The looks on display included the equestrian-inspired Lord Chamb boots, the moiré-detailed O Louvre moccasin, and the rhinestone-encrusted Circus Booty Perla.
The journey culminated in the Salon Marie-Antoinette, where the Chambeliss line took centre stage. Set on a billiard-style table were signature styles such as the Chambelimoc, Chambelimonk, Lord Chamb and Chambeliss Night Strass, each unified by a striking metal pin detail — a nod to the classic shirt collar pin. Accompanying each shoe was a coordinated collar, some fitted with the jewelled Chambelink Strass pin. Guests included Charlie Heaton, Pierre Niney, Lucky Blue Smith, Alton Mason, Nicholas Duverney, David Gandi, Eddy de Pretto and Badshah.
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About Christian Louboutin
Christian Louboutin is a luxury footwear brand celebrated for its distinctive, high-fashion designs and signature red-lacquered soles. Founded in 1991 by French designer Christian Louboutin, it is synonymous with glamour, sophistication, and bold style statements. Louboutin’s craftsmanship combines meticulous attention to detail with innovative use of materials, making each pair of shoes a coveted piece of wearable art.
motifs, colors, and materials inspired by the vibrant cultures and landscapes he encounters on his travels. This integration of global influences gives his shoes and bags a distinctive character, merging traditional craftsmanship with a modern, avant-garde sensibility. Whether it’s the intricate hand embroidery reminiscent of Middle Eastern bazaars or the vivid hues found in tropical landscapes, each piece tells a story of cultural exchange and creative inspiration.
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