{"id":2993,"date":"2022-05-16T15:26:42","date_gmt":"2022-05-16T15:26:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aws.luxity.bdev.co.za\/blog\/10-fun-facts-manolo-blahnik\/"},"modified":"2024-04-05T17:05:17","modified_gmt":"2024-04-05T17:05:17","slug":"10-fun-facts-manolo-blahnik","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/luxity.co.za\/blog\/10-fun-facts-manolo-blahnik\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Facts About Manolo Blahnik"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Manolo Blahnik&#8217;s high heels are one of the most coveted and iconic shoes in the world. But there\u2019s much more to the designer and his shoes that meets the eye. Keep reading for some interesting facts about <a href=\"https:\/\/luxity.co.za\/product-category\/brands\/manolo-blahnik\/\">Manolo Blahnik<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>ALSO SEE: <a href=\"https:\/\/luxity.co.za\/the-best-designer-shoes-to-invest-in\/\">THE BEST DESIGNER SHOES TO INVEST IN<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Blahnik\u2019s Beginnings<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/luxity.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Manolo-Blahnik.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-102708\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.manoloblahnik.com\/us\/?gclid=CjwKCAjw7IeUBhBbEiwADhiEMRhHv0F4YJ3SEXwWX1btpBHl9bniUJRaJgP0MHPr3nGAXMLcK_cJKBoCfnEQAvD_BwE\">Manolo Blahnik&#8217;<\/a>s fashion sense came from his mother, she had a penchant for creating Catalan espadrilles. In fact, the designer said, <em>&#8220;I\u2019m sure I acquired my interest in shoes genetically or at least through my fingers when I was allowed to touch them as they were made,&#8221;.&nbsp;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As a child, Manolo invented footwear for dogs, cats and lizards from ribbons, lace and foil from cigarette blocks.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. He Brought The Stilleto Back<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/luxity.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Stilleto-High-Heels.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-102705\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>In the 1970s, trendy footwear consisted of chunky platforms primarily. What\u2019s more, making <a href=\"https:\/\/luxity.co.za\/product-category\/shoes\/brands\/\">designer shoes<\/a> on a large scale was not only impractical but unprofitable. So, Manolo Blahnik created a sleek stiletto heel that was sexy and still comfortable enough for everyday wear. The BB Pump quickly gained popularity against all odds. By the 80\u2019s, his shoes were found on the runways of high fashion designers like Calvin Klein, <a href=\"https:\/\/luxity.co.za\/product-category\/brands\/yves-saint-laurent\/\">Yves Saint Laurent<\/a>, Issac Mizrahi, and more.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>FUN FACT: <\/strong>Did you know? <a href=\"https:\/\/luxity.co.za\/product-category\/brands\/salvatore-ferragamo\/\">Salvatore Ferragamo<\/a> invented the Stilleto heel. <a href=\"https:\/\/luxity.co.za\/fun-facts-salvatore-ferragamo\/\">Learn more interesting facts about Ferragamo<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Sex and the City Famous<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/luxity.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Sex-and-The-City-Manolo-Blahnik.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-102701\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>In the 90\u2019s, a designer didn\u2019t \u2018make it\u2019 until they were featured on the Sex And The City. Manolo Blahnik\u2019s became the \u2018it\u2019 heel after Carrie Bradshaw professed her love for Blahnik heels. But it wasn\u2019t just one scene or an episode, the fictional character developed a fanatical devotion to everything Monolo Blahniks. The fame from the show overwhelmed the designer, who was shocked that so many people would line up in department stores to get their shoes autographed by him. In fact, in the year 2000, 30,000 pairs of Manolo Blahniks were sold each year at luxury prices.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>ALSO SEE: <a href=\"https:\/\/luxity.co.za\/our-favourite-sex-and-the-city-it-bags\/\">OUR FAVOURITE SEX AND THE CITY \u2018IT\u2019 BAGS<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Manolo Blahnik Has A Documentary<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/luxity.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Manolo-The-Boy-Who-Made-Shoes-for-Lizards.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-102709\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The film, <em>Manolo: The Boy Who Made Shoes for Lizards<\/em> offers a rare glimpse into the life of the Spanish designer, who really did begin his sartorial career by making shoes for lizards out of Cadbury wrappers when he was a child. Hence, the title. The film shows Manolo\u2019s love for his craft, <em>&nbsp;&#8220;My joy in life is spending time in the factories, you see,&#8221;<\/em> Blahnik says. <em>&#8220;It is quite sad to say that, but this is the only thing I love.&#8221;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. He Has Collaborated With Other High Fashion Designers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/luxity.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Manolo-Blahnik-x-John-Galliano.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-102711\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Manolo Blahnik has worked on most of his designs, solely by himself (pun intended!). However, he is known to collaborate with other high fashion designers like Calvin Klein, Isaac Mizrahi, and John Galliano, amongst others.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. He Owns Over 10,000 Pairs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/luxity.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Blahnik-high-heels.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-102712\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes, that\u2019s right, Manolo Blahnik lives with over 10,000 pairs of his own designs in his English home.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">7. Manolo Blahnik Designed Shoes for Hollywood Film: Marie Antoinette<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/luxity.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Marie-Antoinette-Shoes.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-102714\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>When film director <em>Sofia Coppola<\/em> was asked about Marie Antoinette\u2019s wardrobe. The answer was simple: Let them wear Manolo Blahniks!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Blahnik looked at old artwork of the French queen\u2019s fashion and designed similar shoes with a modern, Manolo twist. He eventually designed hundreds of custom-made pairs for the movie.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">8. Manolo Blahnik Men\u2019s Shoes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/luxity.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Mens-manolo-blahnik-loafers.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-102716\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>In the early 70\u2019s, Blahnik designed men\u2019s shoes for a London boutique called <em>Zapata<\/em>. In 1972, Blahnik landed the opportunity of crafting shoes for an Ossie Clark fashion show. Celebrities and socialites flocked to the Zapata shop to pick up pairs of his shoes.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, he admits that enjoys creating women\u2019s high heels far more than men\u2019s shoes.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">9. Adored By Famous Fashionistas Everywhere<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/luxity.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Rihanna-designer-shoes.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-102717\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Everyone knows that Manolo Blahnik\u2019s are glamorous and chic yet comfortable enough to strut in. Some of these celebrities include Iman, Lauren Bacall, Bianca Jagger, Jane Birkin and, even Rihanna. In his film, Blahnik is seen collaborating with Rihanna, whose face lights up once she sees the denim wash, crotch-high boots dreamed up by Blahnik. <em>&#8220;I love a shoe that can make another girl jealous.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">10. Hangisi High Heels<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/luxity.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Manolo-Blahnik-Crystals.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-102703\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The highly coveted Hangisi heels feature a signature Swarovski crystal buckle with an average of 144 stones. The name literally translates to \u2018which one\u2019 in Turkish, but according to the shoemaker, he thought the name sounded romantic.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>ALSO SEE: <a href=\"https:\/\/luxity.co.za\/best-wedding-shoes-for-brides\/\">THE BEST WEDDING SHOES FOR BRIDES<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Where To Buy Manolo Blahniks<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Finding <a href=\"https:\/\/luxity.co.za\/product-category\/shoes\/brands\/\">authentic designer shoes<\/a> can be difficult when the markets are flooded with inauthentic items. That\u2019s why <a href=\"http:\/\/www.luxity.co.za\">Luxity<\/a> prides itself on providing 100% authentic pre-owned designer <a href=\"https:\/\/luxity.co.za\/product-category\/shoes\/brands\/\">shoes<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/luxity.co.za\/product-category\/bags\/brands\/\">handbags<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/luxity.co.za\/product-category\/watches\/brands\/\">watches<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/luxity.co.za\/product-category\/apparel\/brands\/\">clothes<\/a> and more. <a href=\"http:\/\/www.luxity.co.za\">Shop online<\/a> or visit us at <a href=\"http:\/\/www.luxity.co.za\/contact-us\/\">one of our three boutiques<\/a> to shop till you drop!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>[products category=&#8221;manolo-blahnik&#8221; columns= &#8220;3&#8221; Limit=&#8221;6&#8243; order=&#8221;Desc&#8221; orderby=&#8221;date&#8221;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Manolo Blahnik&#8217;s high heels are one of the most coveted and iconic shoes in the world. 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