The red soles. The stiletto heels. The endless creativity. In his youth, the ebullient shoe designer Christian Louboutin learned about the world beyond Paris at a museum in his neighborhood, the Palais de la Porte Dorée. It was there that he became acquainted with the artistry of far-flung cultures—and it is now the perfect venue for an exhibition that focuses on Louboutin’s most important influences and inspirations. Expect surprises! —L.J.