January 2010

In Lauren Conrad’s Closet – Hervé Léger Lady In Red Bandage Cocktail Dress

by Irina on January 29, 2010

Last week Lauren Conrad went on a short trip to Sin City to host a party at The Bank Nightclub at the Bellagio in Las Vegas. The former “Hills” star celebrated the upcoming release of her second book Sweet Little Lies in a slinky red Herve Léger cocktail number which she paired with black satin platform Louboutins looking all smiles and sexy.

Lauren Conrad wearing a red Hervé Léger Lady In Red Bandage Cocktail Dress

Our Rating: ★★★½☆

Who?Lauren Conrad
Where?The Bank Nightclub at The Bellagio in Las Vegas, Nevada
When?January 22, 2010
What?Hervé Léger Lady In Red Bandage Cocktail Dress, Christian Louboutin Hyper Privé Peep-toe Platform Pumps

Hervé Léger Lady In Red Bandage Cocktail Dress

Hervé Léger Lady In Red Bandage Cocktail Dress

Hervé Léger Lady In Red Bandage Cocktail Dresscj
($990, Shopbop)

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Real vs. Steal – Christian Louboutin So Private Slingback Pumps

by Irina on January 27, 2010

UPDATE: This post has been updated on January 27, 2010. Scroll down to see the new add.

I love me a hot pair of statement heels. Probably a bit too much since my shoe closet is full of impractical stilettos I rarely wear because I lack the ability to walk in them properly. Still it’s nice to know they’re there. I’d love to add these red patent slingback pumps by Christian Louboutin to my ever growing shoe collection. They are so sexy! So summery! So high! And so out of my budget!

Christian Louboutin So Private Slingback Pumps in red patent

Christian Louboutin So Private Slingback Pumps
($895, SOLD OUT)

Celebrities Love Christian Louboutin

Heidi Montag & Stephanie Pratt wearing white Christian Louboutin "So Private" platform slingback pumps

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Jessica Simpson “Astor” Platform Slingback Pumps

UPDATE (01/27/2010): Found another fabulous and affordable Louboutin alternative by Jessica Simpson. Available in several colors such as red, black, white, navy & sand patent as well as metallic gold and nude and pink suede.

Jessica Simpson "Astor" Platform Slingback Pumps in red patent (Christian Louboutin So Private knockoffs)

Jessica Simpson “Astor” Platform Slingback Pumpsendless
($78.95, Endless)

P.S.: Also available at Zapposcj, Macy’sls, Onlineshoes.comls, Dillard’sls, Heels.com & NORDSTROMls.

GUESS “Aero” Platform Pump Slingbacks

These beautiful platform slingbacks by GUESS will give you the same Louboutin look without the steep price tag. They retail for $89.95 exclusively at NORDSTROM and come in either red patent as pictured below, black and sand patent as well as a cute printed multi-color version. LOVE!

GUESS "Aero" Cork Platform Pump Slingbacks in red patent (Christian Louboutin So Private knockoffs)

GUESS “Aero” Platform Pump Slingbacksls
($89.95, NORDSTROM)

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Real vs. Steal – Elizabeth and James Mason Suede Platform Pumps

by Irina on January 27, 2010

UPDATE: This post has been updated on January 27, 2010. Scroll down to see the new add.

Who would’ve known 10 years ago that the Olsen twins would once become a serious force in the fashion industry? I didn’t. But over time I’ve learned to love their contemporary line Elizabeth and James (named after their 2 other siblings). With shoes like the bubblegum pink platforms pumps below it really isn’t hard to fall in love. These darlings have everything I love about shoes. They are bold, sky-high and radiate a subtle sexiness despite the cute sorbet color. I’d rock them with edgy accessories and black liquid leggings to avoid cuteness overkill and bring in some contrast to the look.

Elizabeth and James Mason Suede Platform Pumps in pink suede

Elizabeth and James Mason Suede Platform Pumpscj
($354, Zappos)

P.S.: Also available at Shopbopcj.

Steve Madden “Terific” Suede Pumps

UPDATE (01/27/2010): Thanks to reader Priscilla who told us about these Steve Madden pumps.

Steve Madden "Terific" Suede Platform Pumps in magenta (Elizabeth and James Mason knockoffs)

Steve Madden “Terific” Suede Platform Pumpsendless
($80.90, Endless)

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

Lumiani “Holly” Platform Pumps

While these suede platform heels by Lumiani are more tamed than their designer counterpart they still serve as a great alternative if you don’t want to shell out $350 on pink pumps. Not a fan of pink? They also come in black, brown and purple suede.

Lumiani "Holly" Platform Pumps in pink suede (Elizabeth and James Mason knockoffs)

Lumiani “Holly” Platform Pumpscj
($78.29, Zappos)

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Real vs. Steal – Balmain Padded Knee Denim Jeans

by Irina on January 27, 2010

UPDATE: This post has been updated on January 27, 2010. Scroll down to see the new add.

I love Balmain and their jeans sure look amazing, but let’s be serious: who would want to spend more than $2000 on a pair of jeans (celebrities and oil sheikh family members excluded)? I know I wouldn’t.

Balmain Spring 2009 Padded Knee Skinny Jean

Balmain Padded Knee Denim Jeans
(Price Unkown)

Alloy Indigo Saints Motorcross Stretch Skinny Jean

UPDATE (01/27/2010): Reader Slim_Goodie informed us of this Balmain look-a-like by Alloy. Thx!

Alloy Indigo Saints Motorcross Stretch Skinny Jean (Balmain knockoff)

Alloy Indigo Saints Motorcross Stretch Skinny Jeanls
($45.90-$50.90, Alloy)

LuLu*s Mad Max Boot Cut Machine Jean

UPDATE (01/27/2010): Found these black Balmain inspired jeans while surfing LuLu*s new arrivals section. And they cost only $37. Receive 15% OFF your order with our exclusive coupon code “INTHEIRCLOSET” (offer good until March 15th, 2010).

LuLu*s Mad Max Boot Cut Machine Jean in black (Balmain knockoff)

LuLu*s Mad Max Boot Cut Machine Jean
($37, LuLu*s)

Topshop Bleach Bike Skinny Jeans

UPDATE (01/18/2010): Stumbled upon this great Balmain jeans knockoff by Topshop today.

Topshop Bleach Bike Skinny Jeans (Balmain knockoff)

Topshop Bleach Bike Skinny Jeansls
($100, Topshop)

Blank Denim Motorcycle Skinny Jeans

UPDATE (09/19/2009): Here’s another Balmain jeans knockoff by Blank Denim. (Thanks Bunnae!)

Blank Denim Motorcycle Skinny Jeans in acid wash (Balmain knockoff)

Blank Denim Motorcycle Skinny Jeansls
($82, Karmaloop)

P.S.: Also available in black at Shopbopcj and Tobicj.

Vintage1 Serena Motorcycle Zipper Skinny Jean

If you can’t or don’t want to spend so much $$$ on denim, but still crave the Balmain rock chick jeans, you can buy this Balmain inspired version by Vintage1 which will save you more than 90% of the original’s price (and still they’re around $200 which is not that cheap for most of us). Celebrities like Rihanna and Cameron Diaz have been spotted wearing these Balmain look-a-like jeans.

Vintage1 Serena Motorcycle Zipper Skinny Jean (Balmain Spring 2009 knockoff)

Vintage1 Motorcycle Zipper Skinny Jean
($198, Singer22)

P.S.: Also available at The Trend Boutiquepj, Free People, Black Label Boutiquecj & Bunny Hug.

Rockstar Denim Ripped Biker Zip Bottom Jean

If you’re willing to spend a bit more to get a closer Balmain look, you might consider these jeans by Rockstar Denim to be a good alternative. As you can see, the stitching detail on the knees is almost identical though this version has a distressed, ripped look which the Balmain jeans don’t have.

Rockstar Denim Ripped Biker Zip Bottom Jean (Balmain Spring 2009 knockoff)

Rockstar Denim Ripped Biker Zip Bottom Jean
($229, Singer22)

P.S.: Also available in grey at LUISAVIAROMAcj.

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Real vs. Steal – YaYa Aflalo Estella Dress

by Vahni on January 27, 2010

You know it’s coming. What, you ask? That day in the middle of February that we love to love when we’re in love, and when we’re not…well, never mind about that. Whether you’re in love, single, flirting, or hanging out with girlfriends, a frock like YaYa Aflalo’s Estella Dress should set the tone this Valentine’s Day. But wouldn’t you rather spend $364 on a gift for your sweetie, or a day at the spa?

YaYa Aflalo Estella Dress in red black

YaYa Aflalo Estella Dress
($182, The Hip Chick)

Celebrities Love YaYa Aflalo

Heidi Klum, Anna Faris and Rumer Willis wearing a YaYa Aflalo Estella Floral Dress

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Charlotte Russe All Over Rose Print Tube Dress

This Valentine’s day, you can have your chocolates and eat them too, because this rose print dress by Charlotte Russe has all the style of the YaYa Aflalo Estella dress, for less than the price of nice pinot noir. And seriously, could there be a better dress for Valentine’s Day? With its strapless sweetheart bodice, red roses, and sweetly seductive shape, it definitely doesn’t say I’m too sexy for my… No, paired with a classic black patent stiletto, it is just sexy enough.

Charlotte Russe All Over Rose Print Tube Dress in red and black (YaYa Aflalo Estella dress knockoff)

Charlotte Russe All Over Rose Print Tube Dresscj
($32.99, Charlotte Russe)

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