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Take this as your last reminder that Christian Louboutin will be at Barneys Beverly Hills Wednesday, May 7, from 2pm-6pm. From the invite: "Meet Christian Louboutin and get first dibs on the new fall collection! Monsieur Louboutin will be available to autograph your spring purchases." Read: Get ready to spend a pretty penny for that autograph and a significant wait in line. [Racked Inbox]