December 2009

Real vs. Steal – Giuseppe Zanotti Special Edition Crystal Strap Sandals

by Irina on December 29, 2009

UPDATE: This post has been updated on February 15, 2010. Scroll down to see the new add.

I loved Giuseppe Zanotti‘s Special Edition platforms sandals right from the start when I first spotted them on Heidi Klum’s feet back in April. They are so fierce & so incredibly high (I probably couldn’t even walk in these mega platforms, but still). These are truly some special heels! They originally retailed for $1.385 in black or gold. The gold version has since sold out, but the black one is now on sale for 30% less.

Giuseppe Zanotti Special Edition Crystal Strap Sandals in black

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($970, LUISAVIAROMA)

Celebrities Love Giuseppe Zanotti

Heidi Klum, Eva Mendes and Eva Herzigova wearing Giuseppe Zanotti Special Edition Platform Sandals

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Nine West “Inquisat” Platform Sandals

UPDATE (02/15/2010): Nine West

Nine West "Inquisat" Platform Sandals in silver (Giuseppe Zanotti knockoffs)

Nine West “Inquisat” Platform Sandals
($129, Nine West)

Charlotte Russe Sequin Bondage Platforms

UPDATE (12/29/2009): Charlotte Russe has also their own Giuseppe Zanotti imitation.

Charlotte Russe Sequin Bondage Platforms in black (Giuseppe Zanotti Special Edition Crystal Strap knockoffs)

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($42.99, Charlotte Russe)

Michael Antonio “Reza” Platform Sandals

UPDATE (12/29/2009): Here’s yet another Giuseppe Zanotti knockoff version by Michael Antonio. Available in 5 colors: black, silver, pewter, bronze and gold.

Michael Antonio "Reza" Platform Sandals in black (Giuseppe Zanotti Crystal Strap Special Edition knockoffs)

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($119.95, Endless)

Pelle Moda “Madeira” Platform Sandals

UPDATE (12/16/2009): Stumbled upon these high class knockoffs by Pelle Moda today. Available in black and gold.

Pelle Moda "Madeira" Open-toe Platform Sandals in black (Giuseppe Zanotti Special Edition Crystal knockoffs)

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($224.95, Endless)

Miss Me “Skyler-7″ Sandals

UPDATE (11/30/2009): Discovered yet another budget-friendly Giuseppe Zanotti alternative by Miss Me. Available in black, gold and brown.

Miss Me Skyler-7 Sandals in black (Giuseppe Zanotti Special Edition Crystal Strap knockoffs)

Miss Me “Skyler-7″ Sandalsendless
($49.95, Endless)

P.S.: Also available at LoveMyShoes and Shiekh Shoescj.

Pour La Victoire “Sienna” Strappy Sandals

UPDATE (11/30/2009): Found another Giuseppe Zanotti knockoff by Pour La Victoire which comes pretty close to the originals. Not quite a steal though. Available in black, navy and taupe.

Pour La Victoire "Sienna" Strappy Sandals in black (Giuseppe Zzanotti Special Edition Crystal Strap knockoffs)

Pour La Victoire “Sienna” Strappy Sandalsendless
($365.95, Endless)

Office “STRIPTEASE” Suede Sandals

British and European Zanotti lovers can now snap up their personal Giuseppe heels 4 less by purchasing these platform sandals coming from Office. The heels may be made of suede and they also don’t have as many straps as the originals, but they are still a great alternative for budget-savyy fashionistas. Available in black and taupe for £85.

Office Striptease Suede Platform Sandals (Giuseppe Zanotti Special Edition knockoffs)

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(£85, Office)

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Real vs. Steal – Giuseppe Zanotti E96125 Platform Pumps

by Irina on December 25, 2009

Most people either hate or love cork shoes. I belong to the latter – most probably because my mom used to have a pile of 70s style cork wedges in her closet with which I used to play dress-up with when I was little, so I guess I am a bit biased here. Giuseppe Zanotti seems to be on the cork-loving side as well since he designed a bunch of cork platform heels last spring just like these beautiful black patent platform pumps. Simple yet intriguing.

Giuseppe Zanotti E96125 Cork Platform Pumps in black patent

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($315, Zappos)

P.S.: Also available at The Shoe Boxls.

Jessica Simpson “Taneala” Platform Pumps

If you can’t afford the real deal, these platform pumps by Jessica Simpson are an excellent and almost identical alternative. Endless is selling these in an array of different colors including a gorgeous red patent as well as gold, animal and zebra print.

Jessica Simpson "Taneala" Platform Pumps in black patent (Giuseppe Zanotti E96125 knockoffs)

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($89, Macy’s)

P.S.: Also available at Shoebuycj, Endlessendless, LoveMyShoes, Heels.com, Dillard’sls, Onlineshoes.comls, The Shoe Boxls & NORDSTROMls.

Restricted “Wildcard” Platform Pumps

These platform pumps by Restricted are also a great and budget-friendly alternative if you want Giuseppe Zanotti 4 less. They aren’t patent and the cork platform is significantly lower than on the originals, but overall they’re still a good match I think. Available in black, tan, yellow and green.

Restricted "Wildcard" Platform Pumps in black (Giuseppe Zanotti E96125 knockoffs)

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($69.95, Endless)

P.S.: Also available at Heels.comcj & Piperlimecj.

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Merry Christmas!

by Irina on December 24, 2009

Merry Christmas 2009

Merry Christmas & Happy Holidays!

The team of InTheirCloset.com wishes you and your family a very merry christmas. Be happy & healthy and enjoy the holidays. We’ll be back full force after the holiday craze. :-)

Your team of InTheirCloset.com

Christmas Presents

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Celebrity Look 4 Less – Stephanie Pratt in Topshop

by Irina on December 22, 2009

When I saw Stephanie Pratt dazzling in her black sequined LBD at the Ninja Assassin premiere back in November I remember thinking that her dress would make a great New Year’s Eve dress. I was quite surprised to find out this dress was by Topshop and hence reasonably priced.

Stephanie Pratt wearing a black Topshop Sequin Dress

Our Rating: ★★★★☆

Who?Stephanie Pratt
Where?“Ninja Assassin” Premiere, Los Angeles
When?November 19, 2009
What?Topshop Zip Back Sequin Bodycon Dress, Camilla Skovgaard A9001 Over-the-knee Wedge Bootsendless

Oasis All Over Sequin Dress

Of course the Topshop dress sold out before I could even think of purchasing it. But imagine my delight when I stumbled upon an almost identical version for almost the same budget price. Oasis‘ version looks just as great and the only difference is that it doesn’t have the exposed zipper in the back which I kind of prefer actually.

Oasis All Over Sequin Dress in black

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($152.97, ASOS)

P.S.: Also available at Oasisls for £80.

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Real vs. Steal – Akiko Ogawa Metal Plated Wedge Boots

by Irina on December 21, 2009

I must admit I’ve never heard of Akiko Ogawa until a few months ago when I spotted a pair of her kickass metal plated wedge boots on the feet of model sensation Chanel Iman who rocked them during Fashion Week (discovered via Jak&Jil; a must read for every shoe aficionado). It was love at first sight and I became slightly obsessed with these cut-out wedge boots. However, up until now I wasn’t able to find out how much they retail for or where I can buy these boots in the first place which is probably for the better since I’m fairly certain I couldn’t afford them anyway.

Akiko Ogawa Metal Plated Wedge Boots in black

Akiko Ogawa Metal Plated Wedge Boots
(Price Unknown, N/A)

Chanel Iman Loves Akiko Ogawa

Chanel Iman in Akiko Ogawa Metal Plated Wedge Boots

Jeffrey Campbell “Madness” Wedge Boots

If you’re a regular here on InTheirCloset, you’re probably aware of Jeffrey Campbell‘s inability to come up with own designs. Most of his shoes are either heavily inspired by designer footwear or are flat out copied replicas just like these boots which he rightfully named “Madness”. I seriously can’t spot one single difference when I look at both the designer and JC’s knocked-off version. Can you? If you like what you see and are still in need of a pair of badass boots to float around in the snow, be FAST! This style is going to sell out in no time!

Jeffrey Campbell "Madness" Wedge Boots in black (Akiko Ogawa knockoffs)

Jeffrey Campbell “Madness” Wedge Boots
($264.95, Solestruck)

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