Cover Tatler Singapore’s Branded Content Editor, Adriel Chiun with Asia’s Most Stylish alumni Wendy Long at the presentation of Christian Louboutin’s Fall-Winter 2025 collection
Tatler Singapore’s Branded Content Editor, Adriel Chiun with Asia’s Most Stylish alumni Wendy Long at the presentation of Christian Louboutin’s Fall-Winter 2025 collection
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Tatler Singapore’s Adriel Chiun hosted an exclusive styling session at Christian Louboutin’s flagship boutique, where guests were introduced to the fall-winter 2025 collection—a chapter that blends comfort with the maison’s unmistakable glamour for the social season
There was a time when French luxury footwear label Christian Louboutin was largely defined by its soaring stilettos, each pair crowned with a flash of red lacquer on the sole. Comfort was never part of the equation. Instead, the label became synonymous with height, drama, and allure—often credited with restoring the dominance of high heels on fashion’s stage throughout the 1990s and 2000s.
Today, however, the maison has entered a new chapter: one where ease and wearability walk hand-in-hand with its unmistakable glamour, redefining what it means to dress for elegance in the modern era.
To bring guests into this new universe, Tatler Singapore hosted an exclusive styling workshop led by branded content editor and resident fashion monster, Adriel Chiun, at Christian Louboutin’s flagship boutique at Ion Orchard. Members of the Tatler community were invited to experience designs chosen with the social season in mind.
As Budi Santoso, senior retail manager for Malaysia and Thailand, shared while encouraging guests to try on the shoes: “There are a lot of changes at Louboutin now [in terms of] designs or branding ... the goal now is comfort. A lot of our shoes now [feel] much better on the feet, and are more comfortable.”
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Tatler Singapore’s Branded Content Editor, Adriel Chiun presented the Christian Louboutin fall-winter 2025 collection to guests
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Chiun guided guests through the storied history of the maison, tracing its journey from the glittering days of sky-high heels to the statement-making icons that cemented its place in fashion history. Along the way, he spotlighted the house’s most celebrated designs and its most recent evolution—one that embraces wearability without sacrificing style.
“The old notion that fashion is pain is archaic,” he remarked. “Fashion should be about joy, about self-expression. Louboutin shoes are designed to give you both—versatility and style, but with the comfort that allows you to truly enjoy wearing them.”
One such example was the Miss Z 80 pump, which he singled out during the session. Crafted in velour and pony hair—“made famous by Zendaya,” as he pointed out—the design now reveals a flash of red sole from the side. “That is the fabulosity of the Miss Z,” he added. With its narrow silhouette and sophisticated lines, the pump is set on a 80mm stiletto heel that showcases the maison’s signature Loubi red, balanced with a padded insole for enhanced comfort.
Another versatile favourite of the evening was the Cassia Lace Up 100. With its square toe and delicate silhouette, the design draws inspiration from ballet slippers and is crafted entirely in crepe satin. Finished with a grosgrain trim, it rests on a 100mm stiletto heel and fastens elegantly at the ankle with a ribbon tie.
The Cassia Lace Up 100
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The KM Lace pumps, poised on a 100mm stiletto, embody the meticulous savoir-faire of Maison Christian Louboutin. The design pairs a sharply pointed toe with the maison’s signature décolleté, its discreet lacing artfully revealing the foot. A delicate interplay of floral lace, veau velours and kid leather lends a sophisticated finish, while a padded insole brings ease to the silhouette. For a more versatile wear, the Kate Max O Sling is offered at 85mm, while the KM Lace Sling reimagines the style at an everyday kitten-heel height of 45mm. These designs can be complemented with the matching clutch.
For statement shoes this social season, Chiun highlighted the Lasera Strass Pump in 100mm. “I love the fantasy of red, especially here when paired with the sparkle. I will always celebrate it. It’s a house colour for Louboutin,” he remarked. The Lasera Strass Pump, with its tapered silhouette, epitomises sophistication. Set on a 100mm stiletto, it is crafted in Fever red veau velours with a padded insole for comfort. Its surface shimmers with a constellation of 2,100 strass crystals in varying sizes—some meticulously hand-placed to create a delicate fade—catching the light with every step. The intricate openwork design elegantly reveals the foot, and pairs beautifully with the matching Elouise top-handle bag.
Another standout of the evening was the Kate Max O Shelley slingback pump, a design that reflects the maison’s reverence for nature. Featuring a pointed toe and slender ankle strap, it is adorned with certified natural shell, rhinestones, and pearl embellishments. Set on a 100mm stiletto that reveals its signature Loubi red sole, the shoe is crafted in Leche beige laminated calf leather with a Vintage Rose lining, finished with a padded insole for ease.
The KM Lace 100 Pumps with a matching bag
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The men were not forgotten either. Chiun introduced a line-up of polished designs that balanced timeless craftsmanship with Louboutin’s signature edge. The Danny Flex loafer drew attention with its sleek silhouette, shown in both classic black calf leather and a more relaxed Lionne beige nubuck. The Chambelimoc loafer, meanwhile, stood out for its streamlined design, elevated by side straps joined with a bold silver collar pin.
For those with a sharper eye, the Chambeliss reimagined a classic city shoe in patinated calf leather, its slender shape finished with precise topstitching and a daring collar pin across the vamp. Rounding off the selection was the Greggory Oxford, whose elegant black calf leather form easily pairs with a tuxedo or sharp suit for a debonair ensemble.
Above There was a selection of social season-appropriate designs for the men
Above The Chambelimoc loafers
There was a selection of social season-appropriate designs for the men
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Following the styling workshop, guests were treated to bubbles and an indulgent spread of canapés—wagyu beef bites topped with gold foil, smoked duck and cherry purée tarts, prawn toasts, and dark chocolate cups—served as they mingled and browsed the boutique. As the evening drew to a close, many took the opportunity to explore the fall-winter 2025 collection, a fitting reminder of a maison in motion. Christian Louboutin continues to redefine its legacy—balancing glamour with ease, and presenting designs for both women and men that capture the spirit of the social season with unmistakable flair.
Browse the gallery below for more snapshots from the event.
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Credits
Photography: Max Chan
Nafeesa Saini is the Features Editor at Tatler Singapore, where she shapes long-form stories on culture, business, philanthropy, wellness, and the people driving change in Asia. With a deep interest in storytelling that intersects meaningfully with identity and impact, she has profiled a diverse range of visionaries, from scientific pioneers in AI and health to creative trailblazers and literary minds.
Nafeesa’s writing includes cover stories and profiles that spotlight influential voices, alongside commentary on the trends reshaping our world.
Off the clock, Nafeesa unwinds with fiction, a good thrift hunt, and ‘brainrot’ TikTok scroll—while always keeping one eye on her next cultural getaway, usually to Indonesia.
