CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN BOUTIQUE OPENS IN BEIRUT!!

"The Beirut launch is very significant because there's a very sophisticated

Middle Eastern client who wants the very best in footwear for every occasion

and they want it presented a space that resonates with the new world that is

fast emerging in the Middle East while staying true to their customs,"

says Christian Louboutin.

"The Beirut store is exciting as my clients have the

chance to see my life up close and personal - the photos, the facets of the

store and the collections have all been handpicked by me with the Lebanese

client in mind."

Unmatched in the Middle East for its size and scale, the 1000 square foot

Christian Louboutin boutique is located on Fakhry Bey Street (+961 1 970

625), one of the most exclusive shopping avenues in the area. The boutique

is divided into two spaces - the mezzanine level offers women Christian

Louboutin's range of day wear and classic styles while the first floor is

dedicated to evening wear.

Designed by London-based design consultancy Household, the store indulges a

passion for shoes with unique displays and décor reflective of the world of

the designer. While clients are spoilt for choice among Christian

Louboutin's shoe and handbag collections, they are also treated to the

highest standard of assistance; hidden service niches and hatches throughout

the store playfully connect front of house with back of house and ensure

clients are the centre of attention at all times.

Drawing on Christian Louboutin's love for the Middle East aesthetic,

designers have used customized chandeliers, printed cornices using Middle

Eastern references, and bespoke, upholstered furniture pieces from the

region to fill the boutique.

A gallery wall features an intimate collection of Christian's private

photographs - friends, family and travels through the years give a unique

insight into the world of Christian Louboutin.

With the opening of the second store in the region in a joint venture with

the Chalhoub Group, Christian Louboutin continues its expansion into the

burgeoning luxury goods market of the Middle East which was initiated with

the Jeddah boutique opening in February.

Openings in Dubai, UAE and Riyadh, Saudi Arabia are scheduled for 2010.

How HAPPPY are we???

All smiles!