Shoe designers

Manolo Blahnik
Learn why this fashionista fave prompts fans like Madonna to say "Manolo Blahnik's shoes are as good as sex, but they last longer."

Christian Louboutin
He says "Women express themselves through their shoes." This designer's trademark are his red soles.

Fratelli Rosetti
This Italian company started out making athletic shoes (and they were the first to make brown loafers). Check out products, where to buy and company history.

Sergio Rossi
It's lovely to look at, but navigating the site isn't exactly intuitive. These Italian shoes, however, are knockouts. View current and archived collections (nice big, clear photos!) or find a nearby boutique.

Walter Steiger
Current collections and store info on this no-frills site. The footwear, however, is anything but boring!