11/05/2012 — NEW YORK — (BUSINESS WIRE)

Today, Christian Louboutin SA and Batallure Beauty, LLC announce the
creation of a joint venture to establish Christian Louboutin Beauté. The
newly formed company, which marks Christian Louboutin’s first foray into
the beauty industry, will develop and globally market luxury beauty
products across a number of classifications.

“We are delighted to collaborate with Christian Louboutin to translate
his world-renowned creative vision into the luxury beauty world,” says
Robin Burns, Chairman & Co-Founder of Batallure Beauty. “Wearing a pair
of Christian Louboutin shoes completely transforms a woman and Christian
will bring that same transformative quality to women through his beauty
products.”

“Twenty years ago I started what I thought would be a small adventure,
which ended up becoming a company. The beauty adventure is a natural
extension for someone like me, who likes to empower women and to be a
part of creating beauty seems like the right next step,” added Christian
Louboutin.

“Christian Louboutin understands how women want to see themselves –
stylish, compelling and beautiful,” added Sam Ghusson, Batallure
President & CEO. “We look forward to partnering with Christian in
building Christian Louboutin Beauté into a significant business.”

“Batallure was a natural choice for our partnership. Not only do Robin
and Sam have such great expertise in the beauty industry, but most
importantly they share our values and global vision for the brand,”
added Alexis Mourot, Christian Louboutin Chief Operating Officer and
General Manager.

The first Christian Louboutin Beauté products are expected to launch
late 2013.

About Christian Louboutin, S.A.

Founded by Christian Louboutin in 1991 with its first shop on Rue
Jean-Jacques Rousseau in Paris, Christian Louboutin today is a global
luxury brand, defined by its sense of whimsy, style, passion, and
innovation. The iconic red sole is uniquely identifiable and the
signature of all Christian Louboutin shoes for both women and men.
Fascinated equally by the worlds of culture and showgirls, exotic
travels and nature, Christian Louboutin is an artist, designer, and
showman. These passions influence his highly original product, store
designs, and collaborations. Mr. Louboutin has topped the Luxury
Institute’s annual Luxury Brand Status Index for three years – his shoes
being declared the “Most Prestigious Women’s Shoes” and was recently
named as one of the “All Time 100 Fashion Icons” by Time Magazine.
Christian Louboutin’s shoes and handbags are highly coveted and sold
only in Christian Louboutin boutiques and in the most prestigious
department and specialty stores across the world as well as its own E-
boutiques in Europe and North America.

Due to unparalleled success and demand, the company recently opened the
first Louboutin Men’s Boutique in Paris to be followed by New York and
London later this year.

About Batallure Beauty, LLC

Founded by Robin Burns and Sam Ghusson in 2006, Batallure Beauty is a
brand and business development company that creates extraordinary beauty
brands and engaging store experiences for a select list of clients
including Abercrombie & Fitch, Express, Give Back Brands, Macy’s,
Marchesa, Sephora, and Splendid. Batallure Beauty’s knowledge and
experience spans global markets and distribution channels. Robin Burns
is Chairman & Co-Founder. Ms. Burns has served as President and CEO of
Calvin Klein Cosmetics, Estēe Lauder, and Victoria’s Secret Beauty. Sam
Ghusson is President, CEO & Co-Founder. Mr. Ghusson has operational,
sourcing, and manufacturing expertise. He has held executive positions
in supply chain management at Calvin Klein Cosmetics, Elizabeth Arden,
Victoria’s Secret Beauty, Bath & Body Works, and Gryphon Development.
Christian Louboutin Beauté is a new strategic partnership and addition
to their portfolio.

CONTACT:

Christian Louboutin S.A.
Anne
Muhlethaler, (+44) 0207 553 9860
Global Communications Director
or
Press
Office: The Americas
Priya Mohindra, 212-279-7365
or
Press
Office: UK, Australia, Ireland, India, Middle East, Russia, Scandinavia
and Southeast Asia
Rachel Brandrick, (+44) 207 553 9860
or
Press
Office: France and Southern Europe, Asia, Japan
Colette Lacoste,
(+33) 142 36 85 56

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