The renowned footwear designer Christian Louboutin has won the 2019 edition of the Couture Council Award – from the Couture Council of The Museum of FIT (Fashion Institute of Technology) in New York –, in the category Artistry of Fashion, in an event that took place at Lincoln Center on September 4th, presented by the actress Priyanka Chopra. «Being recognized by the Museum and the esteemed FIT Couture Council is a great honour», said the creator who’s known for the red Soles, adding «Although my projects have roots in Paris, I feel very lucky to have access to some of the most specialized arts in the world; This allowed me to overcome my creative boundaries and celebrate inclusion and self-empowerment through cultural exchanges. " Louboutin, whose fashion empire now comprises fragrances, beauty and accessories, was selected for the award by a panel of experts that included Harper's Bazaar editor-in-chief, Glenda Bailey, and Vogue's general editor, Hamish Bowles. By receiving the award, he follows the footsteps of other famous designers such as Narciso Rodriguez, Manolo Blahnik, Oscar de la Renta, Karl Lagerfeld, among others.
