Wife of Asantehene Otumfuo Nana Osei Tutu II, Lady Julia Osei Tutu has attracted attention on social media after receiving a pair of designer shoes from French luxury fashion house Christian Louboutin.
A video capturing the moment shows Lady Julia unboxing the pair of red-soled shoes gifted to her.
She appeared pleased with the gift and expressed admiration, saying, “I cherish it so much; it looks beautiful.”
Christian Louboutin is a globally known fashion brand famous for its luxury footwear, especially high-heeled shoes with red soles.
Its products often cost several hundred dollars, making the pair presented to Lady Julia a special gift.
The presentation follows French designer Christian Louboutin’s visit to the Manhyia Palace, where he joined traditional leaders and other distinguished guests for the seventh Akwasidae Festival of the year.
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During the event, the designer paid respect to Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II and praised the cultural traditions of the Asante Kingdom.
Speaking at the palace, Louboutin described the experience as inspiring, saying: “I am very honoured to be here. It is my first day here, and I am truly inspired.”
He also asked for the Asantehene’s royal blessings as he continues to pursue his creative ideas and projects across the world.
Beyond his participation in the festival, the designer is considering expanding his brand’s presence to Kumasi through the possible opening of a Christian Louboutin fashion outlet.
On October 12, 2026, Louboutin visited Lady Julia at her private residence for a meeting held behind closed doors.
According to a statement from Manhyia Palace shared on social media, the discussions focused on plans to establish a Christian Louboutin outlet in Kumasi.
The designer was accompanied by Emmanuella Mensah, Head of Communications and VIPs at Christian Louboutin, as well as Ebony Tagoe, founder and CEO of Studio Dream, and Tony Tagoe, the company’s Director of Operations.
Lady Julia Osei Tutu, spouse of the Asantehene, granted an audience to globally acclaimed footwear designer Christian Louboutin at her private residence on October 12, 2026.
— Manhyia Palace (@ManhyiaPalace) October 12, 2026
The meeting followed Mr Louboutin’s attendance at Sunday’s Akwasidae Festival at Manhyia Palace.
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French designer Christian Louboutin gifts Lady Julia a pair of his signature red-soled shoes. https://t.co/TPd5uG4ZeR
— Manhyia Palace (@ManhyiaPalace) October 12, 2026
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