The Sexiest Place in Paris
Beatrice Lessi
I am in Paris for two weeks, alone with my dog Simba, to refresh my rusty French. While researching the most popular activities in the city I immediately found one I couldn’t resist. It included a feticism room, some Burlesque and a genius designer. And most importantly: tons of high heels!
It is the Louboutin’s exhibition called “L’Exhibitioniste”, at the Palais de la Porte Dorée – I absolutely loved it.
Below, some of the shoes and of the artwork to be seen. I particularly liked what Louboutin himself says about Helmut Newton, who is also displayed in the feticism room:
Helmut Newton was about the female body exalted, with a sense of power emanating from it. Newton wasn’t someone who saw the female body as an object, but rather as dominant. Shoes are very important in his work, as nobody has ever produced as many nudes in shoes as he did. In so doing, he showed that a woman looks even more naked when wearing shoes – something that obviously speaks to me.
A photo/painting that inspired Louboutin: La Madone voilée – Farida Khelfa
The iconic “Madonna” boot is displayed on stained glass and is a parody of a beautiful Church
The shoes every fashionista should have! By Louboutin, of course
One of the famous Louboutin moments – here with Kendall Jenner
Me, stuck in one of the fabulous rooms at the exhibition. I didn’t want to go out anymore
Feathers, silk, and fuchsia. By Louboutin
Belle époque inspiration
The theater where the Burlesque number by Dita Von Teese was performed
Religion, sex, music, photography and art at L’Exhibitioniste
Louboutin at work – explaining his craft with self irony
Nobody photographed as many nudes of women with shoes as Helmut Newton
Sparkling sandal by Louboutin
The start of the studded trend
One of the most sparkling creations
Attention to detail and natural materials
I am in love with this place. But I should steal some high heels!
Fashion-inspired names in every corridor
