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Overview
ATTENTION COLLECTORS & FASHION ARCHIVISTS: This listing is for a SINGLE RIGHT SHOE ONLY—an authentic, unreleased Manolo Blahnik master prototype sample. Hand-crafted in Italy for the Fall/Winter 2016/2017 development cycle, this \"Boiu 50\" pump features the original factory prototype approval tag taped directly to the sole. Because this exact design was never produced for public retail release, this piece represents a rare slice of high-fashion design history, perfect for fashion archives, study, display, or creative installation.
Key Features & High-Fashion Provenance
Unreleased Prototype: A rare factory master sample that never saw a public retail launch, making it a unique collector\'s item.
Original Factory Tag Intact: Features the original handwritten/typed factory sample label affixed to the sole (\"Approved by MB 10/03/16\", Collection: FW 16/17, Model: Boiu 50, Last: GALA50).
Exquisite Italian Craftsmanship: Premium white Nappa leather featuring brogue-inspired punch-hole perforations, delicate teardrop cutouts, and a signature 50mm kitten heel.
Collector & Design Value: Ideal for shoe designers, fashion students, art installations, prop houses, or avid Manolo Blahnik collectors seeking prototype pieces.
Item Condition & Important Details
Foot Side: RIGHT SHOE ONLY (Single piece).
Overall Condition: Excellent studio/prototype condition with light handling marks from the design review process.
Upper: Clean white Nappa leather showing minor natural leather creasing.
Sole & Heel: Leather sole retains original factory sticker/tag; shows virtually zero floor wear outside of studio handling.
Notes: Minor factory adhesive residue near the inner heel seam typical of handmade master prototypes. Please review all detailed photos.Item Specifics Checklist
Brand: Manolo Blahnik
Style Name / Model: Boiu 50 (Master Runway Sample)
Type: Heel / Pump
Department: Women
US Shoe Size: 7
EU Shoe Size: 37
Color: White / Nappa White
Upper Material: Leather / Nappa Leather
Pattern: Perforated / Brogue Trim
Heel Style: Kitten Heel
Toe Shape: Pointed Toe
Country/Region of Manufacture: Italy
Features: Single Shoe Only (Right), Unreleased Design, Runway Master Sample, Hand Made, Factory Tagged
Note / Listing Constraint: PLEASE NOTE: LISTING IS FOR ONE SINGLE RIGHT SHOE ONLY.
