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UPDATE: This post has been updated on May 21, 2012. Scroll down to see the new add.

If you are familiar with the fashion blogosphere I’m pretty sure you will all remember the studded Chloé ankle boots below as they’ve created quite a buzz among fashion bloggers in 2009. Even though they cost more than a grand, people bought them like crazy and the boots soon were sold out everywhere.

Chloé Pre-Fall 2008 Red Studded Ankle Boots

Chloé Pre-Fall 2008 Black Studded Ankle Boots

Chloé “Susan” Studded Ankle Bootscj
($1.235, MyTheresa)

P.S.: Also available at Farfetchcj, Saksls, Barneys, NET-A-PORTERls & NORDSTROMls.

Chloé Pre-Fall 2008

The studded ankle boots were part of Chloé’s Pre-Fall 2008 collection and came in an array of colors like red, white, black and green (my personal favorite!).

Chloé Pre-Fall 2008 Flat Studded Ankle Boots in red, white, black and green

Kate Bosworth & Sienna Miller Love Chloé

Famous fashionistas Kate Bosworth and Sienna Miller both sported the studded ankle boots in red. Kate was literally obsessed with those boots and wore them whenever possible last year. And can we blame her? They are so cute and both women looked absolutely fabulous wearing them, didn’t they?

Kate Bosworth and Sienna Miller wearing red Chloé Pre-Fall 2008 studded ankle boots

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GoJane Microstud Buckle Booties

UPDATE (05/21/2012): For all the budget-conscious Chloé fans out there, here’s a fab and steal-worthy Susan boot look-a-like by GoJane which comes in 4 different colors. Use promo code “GJSHIP60” to get free shipping on your $60+ order!

GoJane Microstud Buckle Booties (Chloé Susan knockoffs)

GoJane Microstud Buckle Bootiescj
($49, GoJane)

Office “Nighthawk” Stud Booties

UPDATE (04/12/2012): Good news! Office’s “Nighthawk” boots are back in stock! But you better hurry, these shoes are flying off the shelves!

ITC reader Mat gave us a heads-up on these Chloé Susan boot look-a-like by Office. It sure looks like the identical sister of Office’s “Manic” boot which sold out a year ago or so. Available in black or brown.

Office "Nighthawk" Stud Booties in black (Chloé Susan knockoffs)

Office “Nighthawk” Stud Booties
(£80, Office)

Office Manic Stud Strap Boots

UPDATE (05/19/2010): Office have just restocked their awesome, almost identical Chloé knockoffs for the 4th time and reduced the price by £15. If you missed out on these in the past, this is probably your last chance to get hold of these booties.

Office Manic Studded Strap Ankle Boots in black (Chloé Pre-Fall 2008 Studded Boots knockoffs)

Office Manic Stud Strap Boots
(£85, Office)

Jeffrey Campbell “Starburst” Studded Booties

Free People always seems to get the best Jeffrey Campbell knockoffs. First they got the awesome Ann Deumeulemeester lace-up boots and now they sell knockoffs of the iconic Chloé studded ankle boots (Free People call this style “Northern Lights” while JC and other retailers named it “Starburst”). Don’t they look almost identical? The heel is a bit off, but the studs and buckles are pretty close to the original. The only downsides are that the Jeffrey Campbell studded booties don’t come in red and retail for not so affordable $198. But the boots are available in black, white and brown, so if you always wanted a budget-friendlier alternative, these Jeffrey Campbell knockoffs are probably your last and only chance as the Chloé booties are a couple of seasons old now.

Jeffrey Campbell "Starburst" Studded Ankle Booties (Chloé Pre-Fall 2008 Susan knockoffs)

Jeffrey Campbell “Starburst” Studded Booties
($149.95, Solestruck)

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UPDATE: This post has been updated on May 21, 2012. Scroll down to see the new add.

Leave it to Christian Louboutin to make loafers look at least somewhat attractive to me. I’m not saying I love these nor would I spend almost a grand on them, but the silver spikes do make these less old man looking and give it a Michael Jackson coolness instead. As you can see below this shoe knows no age and gender; it gets worn by rebellious celebrity teens, newly-wed brides and egocentric dudes likewise.

Christian Louboutin Rollerball Loafers in black

Christian Louboutin Rollerball Loafersls
($995, Saks)

Celebrities Love Christian Louboutin

Lourdes Leon, LaLa Vasquez and Kanye West wearing studded Christian Louboutin Rollerball Loafers

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ALDO “Blye” Studded Loafers

UPDATE (05/21/2012): Just came across another CL Rollerball look-a-like. These studded loafers by ALDO come in black, white and nude leather and cost a reasonable $80.

ALDO "Blye" Studded Loafers in black, white and nude (Christian Louboutin Rollerball knockoffs)

ALDO “Blye” Studded Loafersamazon
($80, Amazon)

The Damned “Pyr St Man” Spiked Loafers

UPDATE (03/30/2012): And here we go again. Another great Louboutin Rollerball alternative. These spiked loafers by The Damned not only come in black but also nude & red.

The Damned "Pyr St Man" Spiked Loafers in nude, black and red (Christian Louboutin Rollerball knockoffs)

The Damned “Pyr St Man” Spiked Loafers
($179.95, Solestruck)

Steve Madden “STUDLYY” Spiked Loafers

UPDATE (03/19/2012): Came across another great Christian Louboutin Rollerball look-a-like. This one is by Steve Madden and it comes in either black, silver or gold.

Steve Madden "STUDLYY" Spiked Loafers in black (Christian Louboutin Rollerball knockoffs)

Steve Madden “STUDLYY” Spiked Loaferscj
($99.95, Endless)

P.S.: Also available at Zapposcj, Steve Maddenls, Lord & Taylor, Jildorcj & NORDSTROMls.

Unif “Hellraiser” Spiked Loafers

UPDATE (08/17/2011): Check out this spike-encrusted CL Rollerball knockoff by Unif. So sick, right?! Available in black or pink (!!!).

Unif "Hellraiser" Spiked Loafers in black (Christian Louboutin Rollerball knockoffs)

Unif “Hellraiser” Spiked Loafers
($164.95, Solestruck)

P.S.: Also available at Karmaloopls.

Matiko “Lee” Studded Loafers

UPDATE (08/17/2011): Found an updated version of Matiko‘s “Leila” called “Lee”. Snake embossed leather all covered up by black spikey studs. Yum! Also available in leopard print.

Matiko "Lee" Studded Loafers in black (Christian Louboutin Rollerball knockoffs)

Matiko “Lee” Studded Loaferscj
($132, Endless)

P.S.: Also available at ShopAKIRA & Solestruck.

Matiko “Leila” Studded Loafers

So I can’t love each and every shoe under the sun and that’s OK because I know some of you will be all over these studded loafers. For all of you who can’t afford the Louboutins, Matiko has an amazingly twin-like knockoff named “Leila”. Now don’t be shy, say hi!

Matiko "Leila" Studded Loafers in black (Christian Louboutin Rollerball knockoffs)

Matiko “Leila” Studded Loafers
($119.95, Solestruck)

Charles Albert New 1551 Studded Loafers

Shortly after publishing this post I came across these white studded loafers by Charles Albert. Clearly an ode to Monsieur Louboutin, these will give you the same look for a mere 30 bucks. Unfortunately only limited sizes are left.

Charles Albert "New 1551" Studded Loafers in white (Christian Louboutin Rollerball knockoffs)

Charles Albert New 1551 Studded Loafersendless
($29.95, Endless)

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HOT DEAL: Save 20% on $100 orders of select styles @ Endless. Enter promo code “FRIENDS2” at checkout. Offer expires 05/17.

So isn’t it quite obvious why I chose these DV by Dolce Vita patent-leather platform pumps as today’s Heel of the Day? Because they look so darn good! And because they remind me of Brian Atwood’s super coveted “Maniac” pump and the pink patent version with the gold bow on the vamp gives off an Alexander McQueen vibe. Also on the plus side: they’re real leather and cost a little under $100 (less if you make use of the promo code above) which is quite a helper when you’re a shoe fanatic on a budget. What do you think?

DV by Dolce Vita "Bunny" Platform Pumps in black, pink and nude patent

DV by Dolce Vita Bunny Platform Pumpscj
($99, Endless)

P.S.: Also available at Heels.com & Zapposcj.

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One of the most distinct trends I’ve spotted this Spring is floral denim. It’s been kinda everywhere lately. And while I’m still a little undecided whether I am completely comfortable with this trend or not, I must admit there are quite a few floral jeans that’d get my seal of approval (e.g. #1, #2 & #5). Which ones are your faves? And do you think this trend is worth investing in? Or should one rather try to save the bucks and just have a quick Spring fling with this seasonal trend? Let us know.

Splurge or Save? - S/S 2012 Trend: Floral Denim

Floral Denim: Splurge or Save?

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SPLURGE (Top Row):

  1. J Brand Large Floral Print Skinny Jeanscj, $203
  2. Citizens of Humanity Mandy Floral Roll Up Jeanscj, $189
  3. Current/Elliott The Floral Stiletto Jeanscj, $214

SAVE (Bottom Row):

  1. ASOS Skinny Jeans In Floral Print #4ls, $63.63
  2. ASOS Skinny Jeans in Floral Print #4ls, $63.63
  3. dELiA*sFloral Print Skinny Jeanls, $39.50

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