# $10,000 Wingtips Luxurious Alligator Leather Louis Vuitton Men's Shoes By Marissa Liu | Published 2010-02-27 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/louis-vuitton-men-s-shoes References: [bornrich.org](http://www.bornrich.org/entry/world-s-most-expensive-wingtips-would-glide-men-to-louis-vuitton/) & [louisvuitton](http://www.louisvuitton.com/) The idea of ultra luxury in fashion is nothing new but spending $10,000 on a pair of [alligator leather wingtips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reptile-sneaker-1) is in its own realm of frivolity. These are the most expensive [Louis Vuitton](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crocodile-leather-jacket) men's shoes ever made. The wingtip is called the Manhattan Richelieu and is handmade using [Blake](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rich-reset-preshampoo-mask) construction (to make the leather as supple as possible). This pair of Louis Vuitton men's shoes has a hand-painted leather sole and a ruthenium-finish LV cube embedded in the leather heel. With all that care and attention, not to mention the price tag, it seems these would be better suited behind glass than on the street. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.4/10 - Popularity: 62% | Activity: 92% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/shoes) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Ultra Luxury Fashion:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the high-end fashion industry by creating unique and extravagant products. - **Customization:** Creating bespoke luxury items allows for personalized experiences and exclusive offerings, revolutionizing the luxury fashion market. - **Sustainable Luxury:** Developing environmentally-friendly luxury materials and products presents an opportunity to cater to conscious consumers and disrupt the traditional luxury market. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Luxury Fashion:** Innovations in manufacturing, materials, and designs can redefine the luxury fashion industry, capturing the attention of affluent consumers seeking exclusivity. - **Artisanal Craftsmanship:** Revitalizing traditional craftsmanship by combining it with modern technology and trends enables the creation of high-end, unique products that appeal to discerning customers. - **Sustainable Fashion:** The integration of sustainability practices and materials into luxury fashion offers an opportunity to cater to ethically-minded consumers, revolutionizing the industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Dramatically Luxurious Leather Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crocodile-leather-jacket.md) - [Luxe Legacy-Inspired Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/louis-vuitton-7.md) - [Luxury Sneaker-Like Snow Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/louis-vuitton-lv-trainer-snow-boot.md) - [Opulent Brass Travel Trunks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/louis-vuitton-courrier-lozine-110-lv-brass.md) - [Dandyism-Inspired Men's Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lv-buttersoft-sneaker.md) - [Dog-ShapedLuxurious Monogram Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pooch-bag.md) - [High Fashion Workwear Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/louis-vuitton-and-timberland.md) - [Lobster-Shaped Luxury Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lobster-bag.md) - [Illusory Doll-Like Heels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/illusion-boots.md)