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October 2009

Real vs. Steal – Alice + Olivia Draped Panel Dress

by Irina on October 31, 2009

This berry-colored tulip dress by Alice + Olivia received a lot of celebrity love in the last few months and while I agree that it’s a nice dress, I really don’t think it justifies the heavy price tag (even not the 30% OFF sale price) if you consider how much of a simple dress it is.

Alice + Olivia Draped Panel Dress in currant

Alice + Olivia Draped Panel Dresscj
($192.50, Shopbop)

Celebrities Love Alice + Olivia

Nikki Reed, Malin Akerman and Kourtney Kardashian wearing a purple Alice + Olivia Draped Panel Dress

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Alloy Chiffon Tulip Dress

If you covet the dress above, but don’t want to spend that much as well, Alloy has a great alternative for a lot less. The downside? It’s available in black only.

Alloy Chiffon Tulip Dress (Alice + Olivia knockoff)

Alloy Chiffon Tulip Dressls
($44.90, Alloy)

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Real vs. Steal – Alexander McQueen Studded Platform Booties

by Irina on October 31, 2009

UPDATE: This post has been updated on December 10, 2009. Scroll down to see the new add.

It’s quite rare to find a designer who does not only great clothes, but also great shoes. The genius that is Alexander McQueen certainly belongs into this category. I always look forward to what he’s coming up with season after season.

His shoe designs are sometimes crazy, sometimes painfully cute or edgy or just badass like these grommet slingback booties below. But they are always unique. There is ONE thing that bugs me about his shoes though: the PRICE, of course! Despite being on sale, you’d still have to shell out more than $600 to own these kickass heels. Sadly, this is no option for me.

Alexander McQueen studded platform ankle booties in black with grommets

Alexander McQueen Studded Platform Bootiescj
($656.10, Zappos)

Mischa Barton Loves Alexander McQueen

Mischa Barton wearing Alexander McQueen Studded Slingback Booties in black

Wet Seal Grommet Slingback Heels

UPDATE (12/10/2009): Here’s one more budget-friendly alternative by Wet Seal.

Click on the link below and navigate to the shoes section or enter style number “41675052” in the search field to find the Alexander McQueen inspired grommet booties on the website. Wet Seal is currently offering FREE SHIPPING on all orders of $15+ (offer ends December 18, 2009).

Wet Seal Grommet Slingback Heels in black (Alexander McQueen knockoffs)

Wet Seal Grommet Slingback Heels
Style #: 41675052
($32.50, Wet Seal)

Faith “Lush” Eyelet Slingback Sandals

UPDATE (10/31/2009): Found yet another Alexander McQueen knockoff by Faith for all UK/European McQueen lovers. The slingbacks are available in either black leather or grey suede.

Faith "Lush" Eyelet Slingback Sandals in black (Alexander McQueen knockoffs)

Faith “Lush” Eyelet Slingback Sandalsls
(£75, Faith UK)

Luichiny “Poke A Dot” Slingback Booties

UPDATE (10/02/2009): Yet another Alexander McQueen knockoff found. Hope you like it. Use our exclusive coupon code INTHEIRCLOSET to receive 15% OFF your entire order at Heels.com!

Luichiny "Poke A Dot" Grommet Slingbacks (Alexander McQueen knockoffs)

Luichiny “Poke A Dot” Slingback Booties
($87.99, Heels.com)

P.S.: Also available at Endlessendless, Shoes.com & Zapposcj

Gabriella Rocha “Nanuck” Grommet Booties

UPDATE (09/25/2009): Here’s another Alexander McQueen knockoff version by Gabriella Rocha.

Gabriella Rocha "Nanuck" Grommet Peep-toe Slingback Booties (Alexander McQueen knockoffs)

Gabriella Rocha “Nanuck” Grommet Bootiescj
($95, Zappos)

N.Y.L.A. “Revel” Peep-toe Slingbacks

UPDATE (08/14/2009): Found another great looking Alexander McQueen knockoff by N.Y.L.A.

N.Y.L.A. Revel Peep-toe Slingback Sandals in black (Alexander McQueen knockoffs)

N.Y.L.A. “Revel” Peep Toe Slingbacksendless
($109.95, Endless)

Steve Madden “TUTORR” Slingback Booties

If you want to channel your inner rock chick as well, try these suede slingback booties by Steve Madden. The platform is higher (= easier to walk in) and the stiletto has been replaced with a cone heel, but otherwise they look practically the same. Also available in blue suede.

Steve Madden TUTORR Grommet Booties in black (Alexander McQueen knockoffs)

Steve Madden “TUTORR” Grommet Peep-toe Bootiescj
($169.95, Steve Madden)

P.S.: Also available at Endlessendless, Nordstromls & Lord & Taylor.

Bebe Belinda Slingback Grommet Bootie

Not digging the gold hardware or the suede? Bebe’s “Belinda” Grommet Booties might fit your bill then. They have silver instead of gold grommets and the platform is hidden. These have also been messed up with a cone heel though it’s not as extreme as on the Steve Madden version.

Bebe Belinda Slingback Grommet Booties in black (Alexander McQueen knockoffs)

Bebe Belinda Slingback Grommet Bootie
($104.99, Bebe)

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Designer Fashion 4 Less – Christian Louboutin Orlan T-Strap Sandals

by Irina on October 31, 2009

UPDATE: This post has been updated on October 31, 2009. Scroll down to see the new knockoff.

These red suede t-strap sandals below have been exclusively designed by Christian Louboutin for Roland Mouret’s collection. The red suede version is sold out everywhere, but you can still buy the black suede version on sale at Barney’s.

Christian Louboutin Orlan T-Strap Peep-toe Sandals in red suede

Christian Louboutin Orlan T-Strap Sandals
($885, SOLD OUT)

Celebrities Love Christian Louboutin

Heidi Klum, Sandra Bullock and Rachel Bilson wearing Christian Louboutin Orlan T-Strap Sandals

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Faith “Liddle” Peep-toe Sandals

UPDATE (10/31/2009): Just stumbled upon these “Orlan” inspired t-strap sandals by Faith UK and had to include them for our UK/European readers. They even have the signature red sole. Yay! Available in black and purple suede.

Faith "Liddle" Peep-toe Sandals in black suede (Christian Louboutin Orlan knockoffs)

Faith “Liddle” Peep-toe Sandalsls
(£60, Faith UK)

Nine West “Palomino” Sandals

If you are looking for the same style without the hefty price tag, these t-strap peep-toes by Nine West are a great alternative if you want Louboutin 4 less. The heel on these is not as high and they don’t have the double platform, but the overall look of these shoes is almost identical compared to the real deal. They retail for $89 which is quite affordable and come in a multitude of colors including black, brown and purple suede as well as black and brown leather.

Nine West "Palomino" T-Strap Sandals in red suede (Christian Louboutin Orlan knockoffs)

Nine West “Palomino” T-Strap Sandalscj
($89, Nine West)

P.S.: Also available at Zapposcj and Endlessendless.

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In Ashley Tisdale’s Closet – Free People Love City Ponte Dress

by Irina on October 28, 2009

A few weeks ago High School Musical star Ashley Tisdale was spotted out and about in LA looking all business in a black Free People shift dress which she accessorized with her lustworthy Alexander Wang Coco Duffel bag, oversized black Chanel sunglasses and nude Louboutin peep-toes. I love this look and would don a one to one copy to wear around the office!

Ashley Tisdale wearing a Free People Love City Ponte Dress in black

Our Rating: ★★★½☆

Who? Ashley Tisdale
Where? Out & About in Los Angeles, California
When? September 19, 2009
What? Free People Love City Ponte Dress, Alexander Wang Coco Duffel bag, Christian Louboutin peep-toe pumps, Chanel sunglasses

Free People Love City Ponte Dress

This dress normally retails for $108, but NORDSTROM has it currently on sale for $71.90 only (33% OFF!). KA-CHING!

Free People Love City Ponte Dress in black

Free People Love City Ponte Dressls
($71.90, NORDSTROM)

P.S.: Also available at Shopbopcj, Free People, Zapposcj, REVOLVEClothingcj and Singer22.

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In Eva Longoria’s Closet – Marchesa Ombré Fringed Dress

by Irina on October 27, 2009

Last year at the 60th Primetime Emmy Awards Eva Longoria stunned on the red carpet in a gorgeous fringed mini dress by Marchesa. You gotta love Marchesa’s attention to detail: just look at the intricately bead-embroidered bow! I adore this dress, but am not anywhere near at being able to afford a $6.000 dress.

Eva Longoria wearing a strapless mint Marchesa Spring 2009 Ombré Fringed Dress

Our Rating: ★★★★☆

Who? Eva Longoria
Where? 60th Primetime Emmy Awards, Los Angeles
When? September 21, 2008
What? Marchesa Spring 2009 Ombré Fringed Dress

Marchesa Ombré Fringed Dress

Well, I might not have a knockoff of this dress at hand, but the awesome guys at theOutnet.com managed to get this dress at the most amazing price. Believe it or not, but they are selling it for 75% OFF! Now I am well aware that even the highly discounted price is by standard means still very pricey, but I just had to feature this amazing deal (and more Marchesa deals will follow shortly…) for all those fashionistas with bigger shopping budgets (you lucky gals!) who love a great deal and are looking for an extravagant little something to wear to special occasion (a wedding maybe?).

Marchesa Ombré Fringed Dress in mint

Marchesa Ombré Fringed Dressls
($1.437,50 WAS $5.750, theOutnet US)

P.S.: Also available at theOutnet Internationalicon for 1.587,36 € (WAS 6.349,43 €).

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Real vs. Steal – Sergio Rossi “Narrow” Zip Sandals

by Irina on October 26, 2009

These sandals by Sergio Rossi are certainly chic and all, but to be honest, I wouldn’t shell out $670 for them even if I had that kind of shopping budget. Would you? If for some reason however I would stumble upon a great inspired-by pair, then why not?

Sergio Rossi Narrow elasticated strappy ankle sandals in black

Sergio Rossi “Narrow” Zip Sandals
($670, SOLD OUT)

P.S.: Available in blue and khaki at Zapposcj for discounted $314.

Celebrities Love Sergio Rossi

Sienna Miller, Alexis Bledel, Audrey Tautou, Molly Sims and Miley Cyrus wearing black Sergio Rossi Elasticated Strappy Ankle Sandals

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Nine West “Maxeeme” Sandals

If you’re like me and cringe at the thought of spending so much on a pair of shoes, Nine West has a great alternative. Their Sergio Rossi knockoffs are spot-on and the only noticeable difference is the heel which is straight on the Nine West sandals. They retail for budget-friendly $68.95 and also come in dark red & dark blue.

Nine West "Maxeeme" Zip Sandals in black (Sergio Rossi "Narrow" knockoffs)

Nine West “Maxeeme” Sandalsendless
($68.95, Endless)

P.S.: Also available at Zapposcj.

BCBGeneration “Levona” Sandals

If you’re willing to spend a few extra bucks to get a little closer to the Sergio Rossi sandals, these zip sandals by BCBGeneration are also a great look 4 less alternative which will cost you less than 1/7 of the originals price. However, Zappos has only very limited stock on these, so you better be quick to order.

BCBGeneration "Levona" Sandals in black (Sergio Rossi "Narrow" knockoffs)

BCBGeneration “Levona” Sandalscj
($80, Zappos)

P.S.: Available in neutral snakeskin at Shoes.com.

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Real vs. Steal – Christian Louboutin Miss Corset Lace-Up Ankle Boots

by Irina on October 22, 2009

UPDATE: This post has been updated on October 22, 2009. Scroll down to see the new knockoff.

The Christian Louboutin lace-up ankle boots below look brilliant, don’t you think? I love the 19th century reference and the black suede and lace-up detail would look amazing with a wool dress and thick black tights in winter.

Christian Louboutin Miss Corset Lace-up Ankle Boots in black suede

Christian Louboutin Miss Corset Lace-Up Ankle Boots
($1.195, Neiman Marcus)

Boutique 9 “Lazer” Lace-Up Boots

UPDATE (10/22/2009): Found another, amazing looking CL knockoff by Boutique 9 which is currently marked down by 42% to $150 available in either black or grey suede.

Boutique 9 "Lazer" Lace up Boots in black suede (Christian Louboutin Miss Corset knockoffs)

Boutique 9 “Lazer” Lace-Up Bootscj
($150, Zappos)

P.S.: Also available at Shoes.com.

Steve Madden “MISTRES” Lace-Up Booties

Looking at these ankle booties by Steve Madden it’s not hard to imagine where the inspiration for them came from. They may not be not suede and have a platform, but I still feel they are a great alternative if you can’t afford the real Louboutins because being priced at $139.95 they are about 90% less than the original Louboutin ankle boots.

Steve Madden MISTRES Lace-up Ankle Boots in black (Christian Louboutin Miss Corset knockoffs)

Steve Madden “MISTRES” Lace-Up Bootiescj
($139.95, Steve Madden)

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Real vs. Steal – YSL Cut-Out Platform Sandals

by Irina on October 22, 2009

UPDATE: This post has been updated on October 22, 2009. Scroll down to see the new knockoff.

There’s something about YSL shoes that always keeps me fascinated. I think it’s how most of their shoes have this chunky, awfully impractical platform and the resulting ultra-high stiletto heel that comes with such a platform shape. Perfect examples are the Tribute sandals, the infamous YSL Trib Two pumps and also these black suede platform sandals below which I find myself being quite fond of.

YSL Suede Cutout Platform Sandals in black (Yves Saint Laurent)

Yves Saint Laurent Cutout Platform Sandals
($870, Bergdorf Goodman)

P.S.: Also available in brown at zxMyTheresa on sale for $455.

Kylie Minogue Loves YSL

Kylie Minogue has always been a dedicated fan of Yves Saint Laurent and can be often seen wearing something YSL like 2 days ago when she was papped at the airport in Lisbon, Portugal wearing the cutout platforms.

Kylie Minogue wearing black YSL Cutout Platform Sandals

Boutique 9 “Iola” Platform Sandals

UPDATE (10/22/2009): Found yet another YSL knockoff by Boutique 9. Available in black & purple.

Boutique 9 "Iola" Cut-Out Platform Slingbacks in black (Yves Saint Laurent knockoffs)

Boutique 9 “Iola” Platform Sandalscj
($149, Nine West)

GUESS Tunner2 Platform Sandals

UPDATE (08/16/2009): Found another pair of YSL knockoffs by GUESS.

GUESS Tunner2 Platform Sandals in black (YSL knockoffs)

GUESS Tunner2 Platform Sandalscj
($87.96, Zappos)

P.S.: Also available at Endlessendless, Onlineshoes.comls & Dillard’sls.

Bebe Maya Leather Cutout Sandal

For weeks I was desperately trying to identify these Bebe knockoffs. I think I already mentioned my knockoff intuition in a previous post. I knew that these platforms were designer knockoffs, but I just couldn’t put my finger on it. The mystery is now finally resolved.

If you prefer a different color and want to cut off the price by more than 50%, there is also a tiger-printed suede version of the Maya sandal available which is on sale for $38.49.

Bebe Maya Leather Cutout Sandals in black (YSL knockoffs)

Bebe Maya Leather Cutout Sandal
($119, Bebe)

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In Lauren Conrad’s Closet – Levi’s Capital E Legging Jeans

by Irina on October 19, 2009

Lauren Conrad was doing some retail therapy in Beverly Hills a few days ago looking chic as ever in a yellow tank top and a pair of dark washed Levi’s legging jeans which she paired with her signature Marc by Marc Jacobs bag and Miu Miu sandals. I was looking for what feels like forever for the perfect dark washed skinny jeans and I think I may just have found it! Yeah, I’m a real sucker for dark washed denim.

Lauren Conrad wearing dark washed Levi's Capital E Legging Skinny Jeans in rinse

Our Rating: ★★★★☆

Who? Lauren Conrad
Where? Shopping in Beverly Hills
When? October 15, 2009
What? Levi’s Capital E Legging Jeans, Marc by Marc Jacobs bag, Miu Miu sandals

Levi’s Capital E Legging Jeans

Levi's Capital E Legging Jeans in rinse

Levi’s Capital E Legging Jeansls
($158, Farfetch)

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Real vs. Steal – Marc Jacobs Quilted Stam Bag

by Irina on October 18, 2009

I already mentioned I am by no means a handbag expert. I think I own about 5-10 bags and usually have 2 in rotation per season which work out totally fine for me. However, from time to time I find myself obsessing over a particular handbag such as the Marc Jacobs “Stam” bag which named after topmodel Jessica Stam. The satchel has some distinct Chanel references (e.g. the quilted leather or the gold chain), but is still unique enough to stand on its own.

Marc Jacobs Quilted Stam Satchel in black

Marc Jacobs Quilted Stam Satchells
($1.350, Bloomingdale’s)

Celebrities Love Marc Jacobs

Ashley Tisdale, Sophia Bush and Vanessa Minnillo wearing a black Marc Jacobs Quilted Stam Bag

Who carried Marc Jacobs best?

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Handbag Heaven Sami Quilted Handbag

Don’t have $1.350 lying around? Handbag Heaven’s “Sami” quilted satchel is an amazing looking MJ Stam knockoff which comes in either black, purple or red leatherette. Plus, it’s currently marked down by 20%.

Handbag Heaven Sami Quilted Bag (Marc Jacobs Stam knockoff)

Handbag Heaven Sami Quilted Handbag
($54.95, Handbag Heaven)

Lush Small Lambskin Quilted Snap

If you’re willing to spend a bit more, this quilted bag by Lush is slightly different because it misses the drop handles and is carried by the chain, but it’s still a very obvious Marc Jacobs Stam knockoff. Also available in burgundy for $59.99.

Lush Small Lambskin Quilted Snap in black

Lush Small Lambskin Quilted Snap
($79.99, FlyJane)

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