Typically used for stabbing through small spaces, such as slits in fabric, this weapon has a single blade on one end of its handle. In measuring terms, stiletto knives are also referred to as stilettos. Stabbing or puncturing was its primary purpose. These knives designed for cutting through clothing and skin were not intended for that purpose. Features Of Cool Stilettos Stiletto knives possess slender blades with a point designed to serve as stabbing weapons. They are shaped like daggers and have a slender, dagger-shaped blade. As the star-shaped blades were compared to stars or spurs, the name originated from the Italian stellette meaning "little stars".  Because of their sharp features, it is sometimes referred to as a "lady's knife". It means "a little shoe" in English, but it is understood to mean something small and beautiful in Italian. Named for the spike-like point on its heels that is sharpened so it can be used as a stabbing weapon.