16 Luxury Shoe Designers for women in 2025

In the world of fashion, shoes aren’t just accessories — they’re statements. Whether you’re going out for a night or dressing for work, the right pair of shoes can complete any outfit. So, who are the best luxury shoe designers for women? It includes famous shoe designers who have been creating stylish footwear for women for decades, like Christian Louboutin with his iconic red-bottom shoes. Then, there are many newer designers, such as Beatrix Ong, who have quickly become popular and made a big impact with their bold, edgy styles.

Choosing the best shoe designer depends on your taste and choice. Everyone has their own choice, including me! While I may not be able to fill my closet with beautiful stilettos and stylish ballet flats from these designers due to their high cost, I can certainly dream of owning them.

These days, there's a luxury shoe to suit every style, whether you're a sneakerhead, a ballet flats lover, or a fan of sky-high strappy sandals. From Christian Louboutin's iconic red-soled stilettos to the luxurious comfort of Gucci loafers, here are 18 of my all-time favorite luxury shoe designers.

1. Christian Louboutin

Christian Louboutin was born in 1963 in Paris, France. He is a French fashion designer who is known for his luxury shoes, which are easily recognized by their signature red soles.

As a teenager working at the famous Folies-Bergère in Paris, Christian Louboutin was amazed by how the showgirls could walk easily in large headdresses. It was during the early 1980s that he developed his interest in shoe design. After working at the Folies-Bergère, Louboutin gained more experience by working with the well-known shoe brand Charles Jourdan, learned from the expert Roger Vivier, and designed for fashion houses like Chanel, Maud Frizon, and Yves Saint Laurent.

In 2023, Christian Louboutin celebrated the 30th anniversary of his famous iconic red soles. The idea came when he wasn’t happy with the black sole of a prototype shoe inspired by Andy Warhol’s "Flowers." He borrowed a bottle of red nail polish from an assistant who was painting her nails, and the famous red soles were born.

You can find anything that you want relating to shoes because Louboutin makes everything from sneakers to loafers, and his name is most famous for stiletto pumps. Celebrities also love wearing them on the red carpet, including Cardi B (who mentions the red bottoms in her hit “Bodak Yellow”), Jennifer Lopez, and Kerry Washington. You can find Louboutin's collection at stores like Net-a-Porter, Nordstrom, Saks, and more.

2. Jimmy Choo 

Jimmy Choo was born in 1948 in Penang, Malaysia. The son of a shoemaker, Choo was introduced to the world of footwear at a young age. His father wanted him would follow in his footsteps, and by the age of 11, Choo had made his first pair of shoes.

Choo opened his first shop in Hackney in 1986, which was located in an old hospital building. It didn’t take too much time for his brand to become famous. Just two years after opening, his shoes were published in an eight-page spread in Vogue magazine.

Jimmy Choo quickly became a favorite choice among celebrities, especially Princess Diana, who often wore his shoes wherever she went. However, there is also a role of Vogue that truly helped elevate the Jimmy Choo brand. Despite his growing fame, Choo was still running a small business in which he was making just 20 handmade pairs of shoes each week. Tamara Yeardye Mellon, an accessories editor at Vogue, who often hired Choo for fashion shoots, estimated the potential for a larger market for his designs. She approached him with the idea of collaborating to create a line of ready-to-wear shoes, which helped launch the brand into the mainstream.

Choo and Mellon work together to grow the business by focusing on creating high-end shoes. This brand gained more popularity when Carrie Bradshaw wore it for her movie, and Michelle Obama chose it for the inauguration ball.

I love this brand for its bold glamour. You can find Jimmy Choo at Saks, Neiman Marcus, Net-a-Porter, and Bergdorf Goodman.

3. Gucci

Gucci is a high-end fashion brand that is based in Florence, Italy. It was founded in 1921 by Guccio Gucci. It started as a leather goods and luggage store but quickly grew under the leadership of Gucci's sons. After a period of family problems, the company went public in 1995 and is now owned by the French multinational Kering. Today, Gucci is one of the top luxury brands worldwide, who have over 500 stores all over the world and generating a revenue of more than €10.5 billion ($11 billion) in 2022.

In 1961, Gucci opened stores in London and Palm Beach, Florida. The brand became more famous when American First Lady and fashion icon Jacqueline Kennedy was first seen carrying a Gucci bag. They later named this bag the "Jackie," which became one of the most-photographed bags of the 1970s. In the early 1960s, Gucci also introduced the famous double-G logo, designed by Aldo Gucci, and opened a store in Paris. In the 1970s, Gucci expanded its business further by opening stores in Tokyo, Hong Kong, and a second location in New York.

Along with their famous loafers, Gucci's sneakers are especially loved by fans, and you can also find stylish heels and sandals in their collection. Celebrities like Katie Holmes, Bella Hadid, and even Queen Elizabeth have also worn Gucci footwear. You can find a variety of Gucci styles at Net-a-Porter, Saks Fifth Avenue, Bloomingdale's, and Neiman.

4. Marcus. Coco Chanel

Coco Chanel was born August 19, 1883, in Saumur, France, and died January 10, 1971, in Paris. She was a French fashion designer who led Paris fashion for almost 60 years. Her simple yet stylish designs encouraged women to stop wearing uncomfortable and tight clothes like petticoats and corsets. The Chanel suit, the quilted purse, costume jewelry, and the "little black dress" are some of her famous creations. She was also known for the famous perfume, Chanel No. 5.

Chanel opened her first shop, Chanel Modes, a small millinery (hat) shop in Paris, in 1910. Two years later, she opened a boutique in Deauville, France, where she started her career selling simple sportswear, like jersey sweaters. By 1915, she used jersey fabric to create a “poor girl” look that caught the attention of wealthy women who were looking for relief from the uncomfortable, corseted fashion of the time.  In 1926, Chanel introduced the famous "little black dress" (LBD).

In 1957, they introduced the two-tone pumps that became a signature style. The brand is also famous for its unique details, like quilting and the instantly recognizable interlocking Cs logo.

Finding brand-new Chanel shoes online can be difficult, so it’s best to visit a physical store for most purchases. However, you can find a great selection of pre-owned Chanel shoes at The RealReal. 

5. Prada

Miuccia Prada was born on May 10, 1949, in Milan, Italy. She is a famous Italian fashion designer who is best known as the head designer at the Prada fashion house. She’s famous for using minimalist designs to create a style that combines traditional style with modern influences.

Miuccia is the second of three siblings. She was born into a wealthy family. Her father, Luigi (“Gino”) Bianchi, ran a company that made putting-green mowers. Her mother, Luisa, inherited the luxury company Fratelli Prada ("Prada Brothers") and became its leader in 1958. Miuccia was initially interested in politics and earned a Ph.D. in political science from the University of Milan in 1973. During her studies, her mind changed toward feminism and liberal politics. She joined the Italian Communist Party, which often handed out flyers at protests. Miuccia also spent about five years studying to become a mime at the Teatro Piccolo ("Little Theatre") in Milan.

Bianchi joined the Prada family business in 1970 and supervised one of its two remaining stores. In 1978, she became the head of the company, which only had one store at the time, and hired her main supplier. In the 1980s, Bianchi expanded the company internationally by opening more stores starting in 1983 and launching a shoe line in 1984. In 1985, she also relaunched another line of Pocono handbags, redesigning them with a gold chain strap and the triangular signature logo, which would later become the brand's trademark. 

In the early 1990s, Prada continued to grow the brand by starting a perfume line and creating several new clothing lines, including the launch of Miu Miu(her nickname)in 1992. In 1995, she gained international popularity when top Hollywood actress Uma Thurman wore one of her gowns in a ceremony.

In 1997, Prada launched a line of activewear, Prada Sport, later renamed it Linea Rossa. She launched a cosmetics line in 2000 and got the Council of Fashion Designers of America International Award in 2004

Under Miuccia Prada’s leadership, the Italian brand is known for high-quality design and luxury leather items. Prada shoes are a big reason for its popularity, like loafers, slingbacks, and sneakers. Stars like Maya Hawke, Tracee Ellis Ross, and Megan Fox have also worn them. You can buy Prada shoes from the brand itself or at stores like Bergdorf Goodman and Nordstrom.

6. Manolo Blahnik

Manolo Blahnik was born on November 27, 1942, in Santa Cruz de la Palma, Canary Islands, Spain. He is a Spanish fashion designer who is best known for his signature line of luxury women’s shoes. Blahnik was the oldest of two siblings and was born into a wealthy family. His father, who was from a Czech family, ran a pharmaceutical company in Prague. His mother’s Spanish family ran a banana plantation in Santa Cruz de la Palma, where Blahnik and his sister grew up and were homeschooled.

Blahnik’s mother loved designer shoes, and during World War II, when materials were hard to find, a local shoemaker taught her how to make her own using items like wood, leather, ribbon, and lace. Inspired by her mother's creativity, Blahnik developed an interest in shoe design from a young age, and he started making tiny shoes for his pets using muslin and cotton ribbons.

In 1968, Blahnik came to London, where he started working at the Zapata fashion boutique. In 1970, Blahnik met Diana Vreeland, who was then the editor-in-chief of American Vogue. In 1972, Blahnik created his first collection for British designer Ossie Clark, which included unique designs like the "Cherry Shoe." This stiletto heel had fake cherries hanging from green straps that tied around the ankle.

In 1973, Blahnik acquired the owners of Zapata and went on to open his own boutique.

In 1988, Blahnik received a series of awards, including the Fashion Council of America Award. Blahnik’s designs gained popularity due to the British show Fabulous (1992-2003) and the American show Sex and the City (1998-2004). The character Carrie Bradshaw, who loved shoes, made the brand famous. 

In 2007, the title of Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE) was given to Blahnik by Queen Elizabeth II for his contributions to the British fashion industry. In 2010, his book Manolo’s New Shoes: Drawings by Manolo Blahník was released. Then, in 2017, he was the subject of the documentary Manolo: The Boy Who Made Shoes for Lizards.

In 2003, Blahnik became the first shoe designer to be showcased in an exhibition at London’s Design Museum.

Many of Carrie Bradshaw’s most iconic shoe moments were in Manolo Blahniks, from when she was robbed of her favorite strappy sandals at a sample sale to her unforgettable blue wedding shoes. With kitten heels making a comeback, celebrities like Meghan Markle, Hailey Bieber, and Jennifer Lawrence have been seen wearing Manolos. You can find Manolo Blahnik shoes at Saks, Neiman Marcus, Net-a-Porter, Bergdorf Goodman, and more.

7. Stuart A. Weitzman

Stuart A. Weitzman was born in 1942. He is the founder of the luxury international shoe brand, Stuart Weitzman. He gained popularity globally by using unconventional materials like vinyl, cork, wallpaper, lucite, and gold, whose aim is to create flawless designs. His shoes are sold in over seventy countries around the world.

The shoe business runs in his family, as his father, Seymour Weitzman, was also a shoemaker. In the 1950s, Seymour started a shoe manufacturing factory in Massachusetts called Seymour Shoes. In the early 1960s, when Stuart was 20 years old, he started designing shoes for his father’s brand, continuing the family tradition and legacy.

In 1958, Stuart graduated from George W. Hewlett High School and later studied business at the University of Pennsylvania’s Wharton School, graduating in 1963. After two years, when his father died, Stuart and his brother Warren took over the responsibility of the business. In 1972, the label was sold to a Spanish company, but Stuart continued making shoes for the brand. Eventually, when he became able, he bought the company back, but he continued making shoes in Spain.

In 2008, a surprising incident occurred that disappointed Stuart Weitzman. He designed a pair of very expensive shoes called Retro Rose, embellished with diamonds worth a million dollars, for Diablo Cody to wear at the Academy Awards. However, controversy arose when Diablo chose not to wear the shoes to the event and instead wore a pair of golden sandals from her wardrobe. She later defended herself by saying that she didn’t know she was expected to wear Weitzman’s design to the ceremony.

Designer Stuart Weitzman’s shoe company has been making stylish heels, sandals, and over-the-knee boots since 1986. The Nudist sandal is a popular choice for celebrities, worn by celebs like Meghan Markle, Kim Kardashian, and Mindy Kaling on the red carpet.  The brand’s soft, stretchy suede boots are also a favorite for casual looks and have been worn by stars like Taylor Swift, Lily Aldridge, and Selena Gomez. If you want to purchase their shoes, then you can buy them in their stores, on their website, and at places like Saks Fifth Avenue, Nordstrom, and Net-a-Porter.

8. Bottega Veneta

Bottega Veneta was founded in 1966 by Michele Taddei and Renzo Zengiaro in Vicenza, Italy, as a leather goods company. In the beginning, when they started manufacturing, their sewing machines weren’t strong enough for thick leather; that's why the artisans used very thin leather so it could fit the needles. They wove it into the intrecciato pattern to make it stronger. This pattern soon became the brand’s signature style.

Because of its high-quality craftsmanship and simple, no-label design, Bottega Veneta became more popular. This growing popularity of the Bottega brand led to an ad campaign that highlighted the brand’s quiet style, using the tagline: “When your own initials are enough.” Taddei left Bottega Veneta in the late 1970s…

By the 1980s, Bottega Veneta had become familiar with celebrities. Artist Andy Warhol, a fan of their New York store, even made a short film for the brand. But in the 1990s, the brand's popularity began to fade. It had moved away from its quiet, timeless style and started following fast-changing fashion trends instead.

In 2000, Laura Moltedo hired British designer Giles Deacon to help revive the brand. On the advice of British designer Giles Deacon, he launched a successful ready-to-wear clothing line. But in 2001, Bottega Veneta was bought by the Gucci Group, with support from Tom Ford. That same year, Tomas Maier became the new creative director, replacing Deacon. For his first collection in spring/summer 2002, Maier brought back the brand’s classic, quiet style by removing logos and focusing on the intrecciato weave. In 2005, the brand debuted its first women’s fashion show, followed by its first men’s runway show in 2006. That same year, Bottega Veneta opened its own school, Scuola della Pelletteria, to train future leather experts.

Bottega Veneta’s signature Intrecciato leather weave can be seen on many of their shoes, including slippers, pumps, and sandals. Some styles also have unique features like a knotted heel. You can buy their shoes on their website, in their stores, and at places like Net-a-Porter, Bergdorf Goodman, and Saks Fifth Avenue.

9. Loeffler Randall

Loeffler Randall is a New York-based fashion brand that’s not very well known in the UK yet, but it already has a strong fan following in the U.S., and it’s likely to increase internationally soon.

The brand focuses on shoes and handbags that are stylish and well-made. Its designs feel feminine but not too girly, fashion-forward without being too bold, and trendy while still timeless. Loeffler Randall puts a strong focus on quality and craftsmanship by creating elegant and chic pieces whose quality can last long. 

Loeffler Randall was founded in 2005 by Jessie Randall in who used her middle and last names for the brand. She started it because she wanted to make the kind of shoes she couldn’t find anywhere else. She worked with her husband, Brian Murphy, and made their first collection in Italy, and they’ve been growing ever since. By blending vintage-inspired designs with her wish to see a fresh, modern touch, Jessie Randall has built Loeffler Randall into a go-to brand for stylish, downtown-cool shoes and handbags.

Today, celebrities like Kate Hudson, Jennifer Lawrence, and Emma Stone are fans of Loeffler Randall. The brand is loved because of its easy, stylish designs that avoid fast fashion trends in favor of a more unique look, like scalloped animal-print flats, perforated white sneakers, metallic lace-up sandals, and satchels inspired by men’s briefcases. The brand had its first launch on Coggles, with its Spring/Summer 2016 collection of summer-ready shoes and handbags.

Loeffler Randall’s signature feminine touches—like pleats and big bows—have made their shoes a popular choice for special occasions, especially weddings. Celebrities like Margot Robbie, Kate Middleton, and Sophie Turner have also worn the brand. You can buy Loeffler Randall shoes on their website, in their stores, and at places like Shopbop, Tuckernuck, and Revolve.

10. Sarah Flint 

American designer Sarah Flint launched her shoe line in 2013, when she was just 24 years old. Her mission was to create stylish, comfortable shoes for women. Her New York perspective has helped redefine luxury footwear. Just five years later, her company is succeeding. As the Founder and Creative Director of Sarah Flint Inc., she designs shoes for those women who want to feel confident and comfortable, whether at work or out and about. Celebrities like Amal Clooney wear her shoes both casually and at work, and even Kristen Stewart wore Sarah Flint flats on the Cannes red carpet. Sarah works closely with top industry experts to create shoes that are handcrafted in Northern Italy, combining tradition with skill. To make her shoes more accessible, she switched to a direct-to-consumer model. Sarah’s success has pushed her to step into the spotlight, learning how to be the face of her brand, all while supporting her small but strong team.

Meghan Markle also wore the brand for her first public appearance with Prince Harry at the 2017 Invictus Games. You can purchase these designer shoes on the Sarah Flint site or at one of their two stores in Dallas and Atlanta.

11. Sophia Webster

British luxury accessories designer Sophia Webster started her brand in 2012. She graduated from the prestigious London College of Fashion and the Royal College of Art. Sophia launched her first collection for Spring/Summer 2013 and quickly became internationally famous for her unique, creative, and cheerful designs.

In 2012, Sophia won the Conde Nast Footwear News ‘Emerging Designer of the Year’ award, and in 2013, she received the British Fashion Award for ‘Emerging Accessories Designer.’ In 2016, she was the first female shoe designer who win the prestigious ‘Vogue Fashion Fund.’ In 2019, Sophia was awarded an honorary doctorate in design from De Montfort University in recognition of her contributions to footwear design.

With a background in fine art, Sophia's designs are all about creativity. Today, the brand is known for its wide range of footwear, as well as seasonal Bridal, Handbag, and Mini collections. Sophia has also collaborated with various brands, including Puma, Barbie, Coca-Cola, J.Crew, Alex Monroe, and her shoe hero, Mr. Patrick Cox.

Sophia Webster’s shoes often feature fun, playful details like butterflies and flamingos. Celebrities such as Sarah Jessica Parker, Katy Perry, and Solange have worn her designs. You can find Sophia Webster shoes at retailers like Ssense, Farfetch, Nordstrom, Neiman Marcus, and more.

12. Valentino

Valentino Garavani was born in 1932 in Lombardy, Italy. He had an interest in fashion from a young age. He moved to Paris to study at the ​​Chambre Syndicale de la Couture Parisienne when he was just 17 years old. From 1957 to 1959, Valentino worked at designer Guy Laroche's studio before launching his own brand. In 1960, he teamed up with architect Giancarlo Giammetti to launch his own line. In a 2014 interview with Fern Malis for Fashion Icons, Valentino explained their partnership.

In Valentino’s first ready-to-wear collection in 1959, he added a dress called the "Fiesta." It was a strapless, mid-length dress in a bright red that became his signature color, known as Valentino Red. From then on, a red dress appeared in every Valentino collection. Years later, Jennifer Aniston wore the original Fiesta dress to the Along Came Polly movie premiere.

Valentino made a strong entry in 2010 and helped bring new life to the famous brand, which has been around for over 60 years. Since then, their shoes have stayed very popular. Stars like Florence Pugh, Vanessa Hudgens, and Anne Hathaway have all worn them. You can buy Valentino shoes at stores like Mytheresa, Bloomingdale’s, and others.

13. Salvatore Ferragamo

Salvatore Ferragamo was born in 1898 in Bonito, a town near Naples. He was the 11th of 14 siblings. He dreamed of becoming a shoemaker when he was just a child. Even though his father didn’t support it because he considered it a low job. When it came time for Salvatore’s sister Giuseppina to need white shoes for her First Communion, the family did not have the money to buy them. Salvatore bought nails, thread, white canvas, and all the tools from the shoemaker that he needed to make the shoe in Bonito. That night, he secretly made his first pair of shoes. IN the morning, they were ready, and his sister went to church with white shoes on her feet, to the astonishment of all. He was only nine years old, and everyone was amazed. That moment confirmed his dream and made him realize that he would become a shoemaker.

At 16, Salvatore left for America to join his siblings. He got a job at the Plant Shoe Factory in Boston. While he was impressed by the machines and how fast they worked, he noticed that the quality of machine-made shoes couldn’t match the handcraft he had learned in Italy.

In 1915, he moved to Santa Barbara, California, where he opened a shoe repair shop. He loved the landscape that reminded him of Italy, and soon he started making shoes for movie stars as Hollywood began to grow. The top actresses of the time became his customers.

In 1916, he took night classes at the University of Southern California in Los Angeles to study anatomy. He wanted to understand the foot better to improve comfort in his shoes. He learned that the arch supports most of the body’s weight and added a steel shank inside his shoes to support it. This helped make his shoes much more comfortable. Marilyn Monroe was a big fan of Ferragamo and helped make their sleek stiletto heels famous by wearing them in films and everyday life. Today, stars like Jessica Alba and Alexa Chung have also been seen wearing Ferragamo shoes, including their stylish flats. You can find the brand at stores like Net-a-Porter and Saks Fifth Avenue.

14. Roger Vivier

Roger Vivier was born in 1907 and is known as the "Fabergé of footwear" for designing shoes that looked like art. He started studying sculpture in 1924 at the Paris School of Fine Arts but left after two years to learn shoemaking through an apprenticeship. He was drawn to the world of theater and music halls, even designing sets for some shows. Backstage, he met famous performers like Josephine Baker and Mistinguett and made custom shoes just for them. Even Queen Elizabeth II wore Roger Vivier shoes—a pair of gold pumps with jeweled heels for her 1953 coronation. Years later, stars like Winnie Harlow, Maisie Williams, and Maude Apatow have worn the brand on red carpets. You can buy Roger Vivier shoes at Neiman Marcus, Bergdorf Goodman, and Net-a-Porter.

15. Michael Kors

Michael Kors was born Karl Anderson Jr. on August 9, 1959, and grew up on Long Island, New York. He worked as a model in ads as a child for products like toilet paper and Lucky Charms cereal. After his parents divorced, his mother remarried when he was five. She told him he could choose a new name—he picked Michael as his first name and David as his middle name. She even let him design her wedding dress, which excited him as a young fashion lover. “The marriage didn’t last,” Kors joked later, “but the pictures are timeless.”

Growing up in Merrick, New York, Michael Kors soaked up all the fashion knowledge he could. “I practically hyperventilated every month when Vogue arrived,” he said. He moved to New York City in the 1970s to study at the Fashion Institute of Technology, but dropped out after two semesters—he loved the city more than school. In 1978, he got a job at the French boutique Lothar’s, where he was allowed to design and style his first fashion collection. It was a success and helped him launch his own brand. In May 1981, Michael Kors released his Women’s Collection, which was sold at top department stores like Bergdorf Goodman and Saks Fifth Avenue.

Michael Kors started his own company in 1981, which now offers a wide range of products under labels like Michael Kors Collection, MICHAEL Michael Kors, and Michael Kors Mens. These include accessories, footwear, watches, jewelry, clothing for both men and women, wearable tech, eyewear, and fragrances. 

You can buy Michael Kors shoes at the Michael Kors official website and store, Amazon, and Net-a-Porter.

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16. Christian Dior

Christian Dior was born on January 21, 1905, in Granville, a seaside town in northern France. He was the second of five children. His father owned a successful fertilizer business. When Dior was young, his family moved to Paris, where he grew up. Although he loved art and wanted to be an architect but his father wanted him to have a more traditional career. So, in 1925, Dior started studying political science at the École des Sciences Politiques with the plan to become a diplomat.

After graduating in 1928, Dior used money from his father to open a small art gallery. His father agreed to support him financially on the condition that Dior didn’t put the family name on the gallery sign.

Dior’s gallery showed art by famous people like Picasso and Cocteau. But in 1931, he had to close it. That year was hard for Dior because he lost her mother and his older brother, and his father’s business lost all its money due to bankruptcy.

After closing his gallery, Dior started earning money by selling his fashion sketches. In 1935, he got a job drawing for the magazine Figaro Illustré. A few years later, he became a design assistant for fashion designer Robert Piguet. But when World War II started, Dior joined the French army and served in the south of France.

When France surrendered to Germany in 1940, Dior returned to Paris. He got a job with designer Lucien Lelong, whose fashion house made clothes for both the Nazis and French women working with them. At the same time, Dior’s younger sister, Catherine, joined the French Resistance. She was captured and sent to a concentration camp, but she survived and was freed in 1945.

With the help of French businessman Marcel Boussac, Christian Dior opened his own fashion house in 1946. In 1947, he introduced his famous “New Look,” which surprised many people because it was so different from wartime fashion. The New Look had small shoulders, a tight waist, and a full, long skirt—very different from the short skirts and broad shoulders women wore during the war. One of his most famous pieces was the Bar Jacket, a fitted jacket that flared out at the waist and was worn with a wide skirt. The name “New Look” came from Harper’s Bazaar editor Carmel Snow, who said Dior had created a completely new style.

The New Look became a huge success, which led to 10 years of fame for Dior. In the 1950s, he came up with new shapes for clothes like the H-line, A-line, and Y-line. Dior helped make Paris the center of fashion again, after American designers had taken the spotlight during the war. He became popular with celebrities, royalty, and wealthy women—but not everyone loved his work. In 1947, he released his first perfume, Miss Dior, named after his younger sister Catherine. Dior later added shoes, makeup, and accessories to his fashion label. Today, Dior is one of the famous luxury brands all over the world. You can buy them from Christian Dior's official online website and stores, and also from Amazon, Net-a-Porter.