Here are the top 5 most expensive shoes in the world, where the price tag reaches into the crore range (1 crore = 10 million rupees):
Passion Diamond Shoes - $23.6 million (Rs. 177.2 crore) This extravagant pair of pumps was designed by Jada Dubai and Passion Jewelers. The shoes are made of leather and silk, but the real star of the show is the 236 diamonds that adorn them, including a massive 15-carat flawless diamond. It reportedly took 9 months to craft these beauties.
A pair of high heels by Debbie Wingham - $15.1 million (Rs. 113.35 crore) These stilettos by British designer Debbie Wingham are adorned with 1,800 diamonds, including two very rare 1.7-carat pink diamonds. The shoes are also said to incorporate gold threads into the design.
The Moon Star Shoes by Antonio Vietri - $19.9 million (Rs. 149.25 crore) The Moon Star Shoes hold the title of the most expensive shoes ever made. Designed by Italian shoe designer Antonio Vietri, these pumps feature a unique combination of materials including kangaroo leather, silk, diamonds, and a piece of meteorite!
Harry Winston Ruby Slippers - $3 million (Rs. 22.5 crore) If you're a Wizard of Oz fan, then you might recognize these shoes! Inspired by the iconic ruby slippers worn by Dorothy in the movie, this extravagant pair is made from satin and features over 4,600 red rubies.
Stuart Weitzman Rita Hayworth Heels - $3 million (Rs. 22.5 crore) These satin pumps were named after actress Rita Hayworth and designed by Stuart Weitzman. The shoes are adorned with a stunning array of gemstones, including a rare pear-shaped sapphire.