Since ancient times, shoes have become an integral part of a person’s wardrobe that protects against cold and bad weather. And today's leading global manufacturers of shoes produce models that can rightfully be considered a luxury item. When choosing shoes, some prefer practicality, someone looks at the appearance, and someone prefers reliability. In our short review we learn how it looks, and most importantly, how much the most expensive shoes in the world cost, and who can afford to wear them.
A little history of the world of shoes ...
Shoes of the indian prince
Let’s take a quick look at the history and imagine the shoes of the Indian prince Nizami Sikandra Jahu. Made in the mid-19th century, chic shoes decorated with rubies and diamonds are considered the most expensive in history, although their current price of $ 210 thousand is estimated approximately.
Probably, Prince Jahu did not really like these shoes, because he put them on only once in his life, because they are so well preserved. Today, unique shoes are one of the decorations in the exposition of the Bath shoe museum in the city of Toronto, and so far no one is going to put up for sale historical rarity.
Harry Winston Ruby Slippers
On the occasion of the 50th anniversary of the cult musical The Wizard of Oz, designer Ronald Winston made chic ruby slippers, an almost exact copy of those worn by the heroine of the film, the incomparable Dorothy.
It took two months to make shoes that were decorated with rubies and diamonds. The total weight of diamonds was 25 carats, but the total size of rubies was 1,350 carats.
The original red shoes were sold in 2010 at auction for $ 3 million.
Women's expensive shoes and sandals ...
Shoes "Rose Retro"
Another masterpiece from the shoe master Weizmann is made in the style of shoes of the 40s, and they are decorated with roses made of diamonds, the total weight of which reaches a little more than 100 carats.
Gilded elegant shoes cost $ 1 million, and each year the designer offers to dress them one of the winners of the Oscar. So, in addition to the golden statuette, the actress, who will be so honored, can flaunt at a banquet in chic gold shoes.
Sandals "Platinum Guild"
The production of elegant women's sandals takes a minimum of material, but here, designers were able to create a magnificent model, decorating it with platinum and diamonds.
Stuart Weizmann's masterpiece was valued at 1 million 90 thousand dollars, due to the fact that there are 450 diamonds on them. The price went up in 2001 when, at the Academy Awards, actress Laura Harding added a necklace worth $ 27 million to chic sandals.
Ruby sandals
The designer was inspired to create these sandals by the red shoes of Dorothy from the movie “The Wizard of Oz”. Once again, Weizmann attracted all his talent and indefatigable imagination to creation.
650 rubies, as well as platinum plates, are encrusted in light sandals with a heel of 11 centimeters. It is noteworthy that so far no one has worn a model worth $ 1.6 million. The designer suggested that actress Nicolas Churchwood decorate them with her charming legs at the Oscars, but the young girl refused such an expensive offer.
"Cinderella Shoes"
The indefatigable Weizmann decided not to stop there, and once he realized the shoes from a fairy tale. Actress and musician Alison Kraus donned the $ 2,000,000 Cinderella Shoes for the Oscars.
Note that the shoes are completely made of diamonds, and the main decoration was a diamond of a unique amaretto color, which alone costs $ 1 million. A unique pair of shoes, like many designer models, has an 11-centimeter heel, which makes them elegant and looks great on women leg.
Stuart Weitzman’s Rita Hayworth
Elite shoes made of chocolate-colored sateen from the king of shoes Stuart Weizmann became a real masterpiece. The highlight of the classic women's open-toed shoes was the earrings that belonged to one of the most brilliant and beautiful actresses of the twentieth century, Rite Hayward.
Shoes were estimated at $ 3 million, and today they are the most expensive women's shoes in the world. At one of the receptions in Hollywood, expensive shoes were spotted on the legs of the American actress Kathleen York.
Dear champions of the men's world of shoes ...
Shoes Stefano Bemer
We will begin the presentation of men's expensive shoes with the model of the talented and extravagant master Stefano Bemer. His shoes are recognizable all over the world for their original gloss and sophisticated shapes.
Shoes, priced at 2 thousand dollars were created in partnership with the famous brand "Gucci", and immediately became popular among fashionistas around the world. In addition, the master uses advanced technology, which makes his models practical and very comfortable.
To go out in shoes from Stefano is considered good taste, and most importantly, they are a sign of prosperity of its owner.
Shoes with diamonds from Aubercy
The Aubercy brand is known in the world as a manufacturer of practical family shoes, sometimes pampering their fans with unique models.
Well, Phil shoes with diamonds, priced at $ 4,510, were a real breakthrough in the fashion world. They are made in an elegant classic style, made of expensive leather, and diamonds on toes are laid out in a fanciful floral pattern.
Like most exclusive models, they are handmade, quite practical and comfortable to wear.
High Dunk Sneakers
The main feature of the sneakers, released by Nike, was their color. The dazzling color of gold not only attracts the eye, but also sets them apart among sports shoes, because even their laces are gold.
Naturally, such a model has a suitable price, and they are priced at $ 5,405. You must admit that not every athlete decides to wear such sneakers, but if they help to get gold from the Olympics or the World Cup, then you can probably try it.
They started to produce them back in 1985, and for several years of production this model began to be very popular, and sold out in a matter of minutes.
Shoes Manhattan Richelieu
It's hard to figure out what the best men's shoes in the world are, but the fact that the French Louis Vuitton shoe house is the leader in the production of the highest quality shoes is undeniable.
In 2010, the designers of the famous brand presented shoes "Manhattan Richelieu" worth $ 10 thousand, made of crocodile leather.
Today, this model, which harmoniously combines classic style with a touch of retro, occupies a solid fifth place among expensive men's shoes.
Golden Running Shoes
Really golden boots, in which it’s scary to go out for a run, because they have 620 gr. pure gold, while they cost $ 24,000.
In 2007, they were purchased for such a price at a press conference before the prestigious Shanghai Golden Grand Prix Athletics Tournament. Interestingly, an unknown buyer uses them for their intended purpose, or did they just become part of an expensive shoe collection?
Nike Air Zoom Kobe 1
Nike sports shoes in 2005 conquered the world not only with their magnificent design and practicality, but also at a price of $ 30,000.
Over the entire production period, only 25 pairs of this sports basketball shoes were made, which were immediately sold out by the leading NBA stars, including Kobe Brian bought them. It was in them that the Los Angeles Lakers defender scored 81 points in the legendary confrontation with the Toronto Raptors basketball club from Toronto.
Professional athletes and specialists unequivocally recognized this model as the most comfortable shoes in the world of sports.
Testoni Moro Monk Strap Shoes
The leading position in the production of chic leather shoes, undoubtedly, belongs to the Italian masters of the House Amadeo Testoni. Presented shoes, priced at $ 38,000, are made by hand from very rare alligator leather.
Their production uses the latest technologies that make the model practical, durable, and most importantly, having a water-repellent effect, so that these shoes, at such a high price, are completely waterproof.
Diamond Air Force 1
The logo of the Nike company on these amazing sneakers is made of gold, and around the perimeter the inscription is decorated with diamonds. These unique shoes can be bought at the only exclusive Laced Up Boutique store in Atlanta, USA.
Designers have created several variations of this elegant sports shoe using the unique Nike Air technology. Available in different color combinations, the most popular are white sneakers.
Sneakers, priced at $ 50,000, even won their own song, which was dedicated to them by one of the rock groups in the United States.
Air Jordan Silver Shoe
Sports sneakers have their own autograph of the great basketball player of all time, Michael Jordan, which makes them unique, and therefore expensive. A pair of such shoes costs $ 60,000, and, in addition to the basketball player’s autograph, are coated with silver.
They were purchased at auction for this record amount, and legend has it that Michael received them as a gift from his wife on his 32nd birthday. Despite the expensive design, they are quite practical, and wearable.
Nike Football Boots
Such sports shoes are presented in the world in only three copies. Comfortable shoes are decorated with diamonds and sapphires, because the price of one pair reaches $ 218,000. Today it is the most expensive sneakers, launched into serial production, but in limited quantities.
Note that the low-cost products of the Nike company are the most comfortable shoes in the world, which has long gained popularity, both among famous athletes and among ordinary people. But this model of boots is by far the most expensive men's shoes in the world.
A.F. Vandevorst diamond boots
It's time to introduce the most expensive pair of boots valued at $ 3,180,000, and the talented and eccentric masters of the House of Shoes A.F. made them Vandervorst.
The most expensive boots are decorated with thousands of diamonds of very rare colors, from pink to bright yellow. In addition, five kilograms of gold were used for their decoration. It is unlikely that such a masterpiece of shoe production will be dressed in slush, so the boots, whose shafts reach the middle of the calf, are made in a single copy of the thirty-ninth size.
As you can see, not only elegant women's shoes adorned with jewelry cost a lot of money, but also men's shoes made from the finest and most rare varieties of leather. The world of shoe production does not stand still, constantly improving, and who knows what other models will be inspired by the imagination of leading designers, because beautiful shoes are always in price.