May 2009

Real vs. Steal – Azzedine Alaïa Sandals

by Irina on May 30, 2009

UPDATE: This post has been updated on May 30, 2010. Scroll down to see the new add.

If I could spend thousands of dollars on shoes, I’d definitely buy a pair of Azzedine Alaïa heels. His shoes are always fierce and edgy and you can see that his designs involve a lot of craftsmanship. The sandals below belong to my Alaïa favorites. They are sold out for quite some time now, but they used to retail for as much as £515 which is way out of many people’s shoe budget – including mine.

Azzedine Alaia Sandals

Azzedine Alaïa Sandals
($750, SOLD OUT)

Celebrities Love Azzedine Alaïa

Azzedine Alaïa shoes are pretty popular among fashion insiders. Anna Dello Russo, the edgy fashion editor, and fashion-loving socialite Tinsley Mortimer both have rocked this sandal style.

Tinsley Mortimer and Anna Dello Russo wearing the same black Azzedine Alaia Sandals

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Classiques Entier “Trellis” Sandals

UPDATE (05/30/2010): Stumbled upon these Alaïa look-a-likes by Classiques Entier today. Available in 5 colors & finishes.

Classiques Entier "Trellis" Sandals in black suede (Azzedine Alaïa knockoffs)

Classiques Entier “Trellis” Sandalsls
($99.95, NORDSTROM)

Wet Seal Patent Buckle Heels

UPDATE (09/15/2009): Found these super affordable Alaïa knockoffs at Wet Seal today (via The Look 4 Less).

Click on the link below and navigate to the shoe section or enter style number “41457443” in the search field to find the knockoffs on the website.

Wet Seal Patent Buckle Heels in black patent (Azzedine Alaia knockoffs)

Wet Seal Patent Buckle Heels
Style: 41457443
($29.50, Wet Seal)

Pour La Victoire “Serefina” Sandals

If you are ready to invest your money in some high class knockoffs then you should go for Pour La Victoire’s “Serefina” sandals. Apart from the texture and the platform they look just like the Alaïas.

Pour La Victoire Serefina Sandal in black snakeskin (Azzedine Alaia knockoff)

Pour La Victoire Serefina Sandalendless
($164.42, Endless)

Oh Deer! “Strata” Sandals

Looking to save some more bucks? Oh Deer! to the rescue! Their “Strata” sandal is almost identical compared to the Alaïas and it comes in either black or red patent.

Oh Deer Strata sandals in black patent (Azzedine Alaia knockoffs)

Oh DEER! Strata Pumpendless
($120.97, Endless)

P.S.: Also available at Solestruck.

Steve Madden “Lollaa” Sandals

Looking for an Alaïa knockoff under $100? Then Steve Madden’s “Lolla” is for you. Being marked down from $99.95 to $54.05 they are the best deal if you want Azzedine Alaïa 4 less. Available color options are nude and black patent.

Steve Madden Lollaa sandals in black patent (Azzedine Alaia knockoffs)

Steve Madden “Lollaa” Sandalscj
($54.05, 6pm)

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In Rihanna’s Closet – Alexander Wang Pre-Fall 2009 Corset Dress

by Irina on May 29, 2009

Last week Rihanna was spotted leaving Kanye West’s apartment looking fabulous in a sexy nude and black corseted strapless dress from Alexander Wang’s Pre-Fall 2009 collection with black Jil Sander platform pumps and a silver metallic hobo bag. LOOOOVE this dress (it’s Alexander Wang, so no surprise here); Rihanna really wowed me with this look. Let’s hope she stays on that course fashionwise.

Rihanna wearing a nude and black Alexander Wang Pre-Fall 2009 strapless corset dress

Our Rating: ★★★★★

Who?Rihanna
Where?Leaving Kanye West’s Apartment, New York
When?May 22, 2009
What?Alexander Wang Pre-Fall 2009 corset dress, Jil Sander heels, black Ray-Ban wayfarers

Alexander Wang Pre-Fall 2009 Corset Dress

Alexander Wang Pre-Fall 2009 nude and black strapless corseted dress

Alexander Wang Pre-Fall 2009 Corset Dress
($795, shopbop.com)

The same Alexander Wang dress is also available at NET-A-PORTER.

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Celebrity Look 4 Less – Keira Knightley in Topshop

by Irina on May 28, 2009

One year ago a fresh-faced Keira Knightley attended a photocall for her film “The Edge of Love” in Edinburgh wearing a cute floral printed blouse from Topshop (£35) which had a black contrasting collar and ruffled bib. Keira paired her Topshop blouse with a black high-waisted pencil skirt and matching black lace-up booties.

I love this look on Keira, she looks so healthy and happy and her outfit is young and fun, it would make a great wear-to-work ensemble.

Keira Knightley - Edge of Love Photocall wearing a floral printed Topshop blouse, black high-waisted skirt and black lace-up booties

Our Rating: ★★★★☆

Who?Keira Knightley
Where?“The Edge Of Love” Photocall in Edinburgh, Scotland
When?June 18, 2008
What?Topshop floral printed blouse, black pencil skirt and black lace up booties

Keira Knightley’s Look 4 Less

Keira Knightley - Topshop Blouse

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Designer Fashion 4 Less – Christian Louboutin Jefferson Peep-toe Platforms

by Irina on May 27, 2009

When I first saw these cute red suede Louboutin slingbacks, I instantly associated them with Blair Waldorf of Gossip Girl. Being quintessentially Blair they perfectly fit her prep style and would look great with a striped cashmere sweater and cropped dark washed jeans. Browns has these Louboutins in black leather while LUISAVIAROMA is offering them in petrol.

Christian Louboutin Jefferson Peep-toe Platform Slingback Pumps in red suede

Christian Louboutin Jefferson Peep-toe Platforms
(~$1.048, MyTheresa.com)

Bebe Paige Lace Up Slingback Sandal

No need to mention that Bebe has a Loboutin knockoff just waiting for you. Their “Paige” lace up sandal retails for $139 and comes in either red or white leather. Looks pretty good for a knockoff, no?

Bebe Paige Lace Up Slingback Peep-toe Sandals in red leather

Bebe Paige Lace Up Slingback Sandal
($139, Bebe.com)

Charlotte Russe Topsider Stilettos

If you can’t afford spending $140 on shoes, maybe these preppy slingbacks from Charlotte Russe will fit your bill. They come in a variety of colors including red, blue and black and cost only $26.99.

SHHHH! Don’t tell anyone, but if you enter coupon code AFF15PCT at the checkout, you’ll get 15% OFF your order (promo code valid until June 13, 2009)!

Charlotte Russe Topsider Stiletto Slingback Peep-toe Platforms in red


Charlotte Russe Topsider Stilettos
($26.99, CharlotteRusse.com)

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Jeffrey Campbell’s Balmain Knockoffs Restocked! Order Now!

by Irina on May 26, 2009

Hey guys! Just wanted to let you know that the awesome guys at Solestruck have restocked Jeffrey Campbell’s “MEL” Balmain knockoffs… AGAIN! They are sold out everywhere else, so if you are still lusting after Balmain’s crystal embellished studded sandals, you better act FAST and order now before they sell out… AGAIN! ;)

Jeffrey Campbell Mel Studded Sandal (Balmain Spring 2009 studded sandal knockoff)


($164.95, Solestruck.com)

UPDATE #1: Singer22 is now also offering the Jeffrey Campbell “Mel” studded sandals in black ($195).

UPDATE #2: Wanna save big time? Karmaloopicon has Jeffrey Campbell’s Mel back in stock and they are $150 only. If you want to save even more, enter promo code TWIZZLER to save 15% + free shipping (if the first promo code doesn’t work, try SAIL to get free shipping).

All UK and European based fashionistas can grab a pair of the Jeffrey Campbell rhinestone sandals at Bunnyhug who are selling them in either black or beige for £150. But you better hurry, there are only limited sizes left.

Looking for other Balmain knockoffs? Click HERE!

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