Christian Louboutin's New Book

Alex Lion Paw Pump

Christian Louboutin‘s shoes are not merely shoes. Depending on how you look at it, they can be art, or a representation of an orgasm or even a weapon (at least according to the TSA–remember how they tried to confiscate some guy’s studded loafers?)

Ranging from prim and ladylike to downright fetishistic, the Louboutin shoe is undoubtedly a conversation piece. And as shoes in general have become more ridiculously high and ornamented, Louboutin has responded in kind–and then some.

Here are 20 of the shoe designer’s most outrageous styles. Wear at your own risk!

Ballerina Fetish Shoe

Fetish Shoes

Bridget Back Spiked Ankle Boots

For Rodarte

Alex Lion Paw Pump

Deja Vu

Puck Boot

Highness Barneys Limited Edition

Splash Fur Pumps

Green Python “Pesce” Pumps

Piper Heidsieck x Christian Louboutin Le Rituel Box Set

Marie Antoinette capsule collection

Christian Louboutin for Rodarte 2008

Measuring Tape Sandal

The Blondes x Christian Louboutin

Anemone

Christian Louboutin for Barbie

Lola Montes

Pluminette

Clovis