Alexa Chung

Real vs. Steal – Acne Atacoma Lace-Up Wedges

by Irina on May 2, 2012

UPDATE: This post has been updated on May 2, 2012. Scroll down to read the news.

Acne‘s Atacoma wedges have been lusted after and obsessed over countless times after Alexa Chung has sported a pair on her now cancelled MTV show. They sold out as soon as they hit the virtual shelves of several online shops, have been restocked again, then sold out again.

Acne Atacoma Lace-Up Wedges in black and silver

Acne Atacoma Lace-Up Wedges
($620, SOLD OUT)

Alexa Chung Loves Acne

Alexa Chung wearing black Acne "Atacoma" lace up wedge ankle booties with silver heel

ALDO “Sandidge” Platform Wedge Shoe Boots

UPDATE (05/02/2012): Just wanted to give you all a small update that ALDO has restocked their sought-after “Sandidge” wedge boots. And they’re currently 50% OFF! Yay! Better be fast now because last time these sold out very quickly!

ALDO "Sandidge" Platform Wedge Shoe Boots in black (Acne Atacoma knockoffs)

Aldo Sandidge Platform Wedge Shoe Bootsamazon
($60, Amazon)

P.S.: Also available at Amazon.co.ukamazon.

Steve Madden “MARRIANO” Wedges

UPDATE (10/13/2010): Woohoo! Look at this amazing Acne Atacoma look-a-like coming from the King of knockoffs, Mr. Steve Madden. Totally digging these lace-up booties! Use promo code “SMSPRING15” to get 15% OFF + Free Shipping on your order of $75 or more! Offer valid until 06/30/12.

Steve Madden "MARRIANO" Wedges in black (Acne Atacoma knockoffs)

Steve Madden “MARRIANO” Wedgesls
($169.95, Steve Madden)

Jeffrey Campbell 99 Lace-Up Wedge Booties

UPDATE (07/28/2010): Here’s Jeffrey Campbell‘s 2nd generation version of the 99 zip wedge which is sold out everywhere by now.

Jeffrey Campbell 99 Lace-Up Wedge Booties in black (Acne Atacoma knockoffs)

Jeffrey Campbell 99 Lace-Up Wedge Booties
($170, Singer22)

Jeffrey Campbell “Raid” Platform Booties

UPDATE (04/14/2010): Jeffrey Campbell still comes up with variations of Acne’s Atacoma inspired platforms. The newest style is called “Raid”; a sister of their Alexa bootie with a pewter metallic platform. Available in black or white.

Jeffrey Campbell "Raid" Platform Booties in black (Acne Atacoma knockoffs)

Jeffrey Campbell “Raid” Platform Booties
($159.95, Solestruck)

Jeffrey Campbell “Alexa” Wedge Booties

UPDATE (03/07/2010): Jeffrey Campbell has another Acne Atacoma knockoff called “Alexa” which used to sell at LF, but is now available on eBay only.

Jeffrey Campbell "Alexa" Wedge Booties in black (Acne Atacoma knockoffs)

Jeffrey Campbell “Alexa” Wedge BootieseBay
($90-$335, eBay)

Jeffrey Campbell 99 Zip Wedges

While these wedges by Jeffrey Campbell are not as high as the Atacomas and also don’t have the silver platform, overall they are still a good and affordable alternative.

Jeffrey Campbell "99" Zip Wedges in black (Acne Atacoma knockoffs)

Jeffrey Campbell 99 Zip Wedges
($140, Singer22)

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Real vs. Steal – Mulberry Oversized Alexa Leather Bag

by Celine on February 20, 2012

UPDATE: This post has been updated on February 20, 2012. Scroll down to see the new add.

A good friend of mine recently bought a Mulberry Bayswater (a gift to herself on her birthday) and for a week straight everyone oohed and ahhed over it at the office. It is a spectacular bag, to be sure, but I think this new Mulberry takes the cake: the Alexa – a slouchier, more casual version of the Bayswater named after British style export Alexa Chung who is a true devotee of the Mulberry brand. If you haven’t heard tell of this bag yet, you will. Speculated to be the “It” bag of the moment, the Alexa sold out instantaneously on NET-A-PORTER after being added last week. Restocks are supposed to follow soon, but even still, this beautiful creation is way out of my sad little budget.

Mulberry Oversized Alexa Leather Bag in oak

Mulberry Oversized Alexa Leather Bagls
($1.450, NET-A-PORTER)

P.S.: Also available at S|SENSEcj, MyTheresacj, Farfetchls, LUISAVIAROMAcj, Harrodsls, Stylebopls & Matches Fashionls.

Alexa Chung Loves Mulberry

Alexa Chung carrying Mulberry Oversized Alexa Leather Bag

Melrose Glam “So Soho” Satchel

UPDATE (02/20/2012): Alright, it’s official! This Mulberry Alexa bag look-a-like by Melrose Glam (a brand exclusively available to BagInc as far as I know) is THE look-a-like who eats all the other look-a-likes for breakfast! How do I know? I already own a bag by Melrose Glam (the Alexander Wang Rocco inspired one, review coming in March) and the quality of this bag is ridiculously amazing. Definitely worth the investment. You can already see by looking at this picture that this is a high quality bag (seriously, how gorgeous is the textured leather here?). Oh, and did I mention we have an exclusive promo code that gives you 10% OFF your order? Simply enter “INTHEIRCLOSET” at checkout. Plus, free international shipping for all orders of $99+! SCORE!

Melrose Glam "So Soho" Satchel in black (Mulberry Alexa knockoff)

Melrose Glam “So Soho” Satchel
($139, BagInc)

Melie Bianco “Ariana” Top Handle Messenger

UPDATE (07/16/2011): And here’s another one from Melie Bianco. Only I like this version even more than the other one. So fab! And available in a multitude of gorgeous colors like black, nude, taupe, brown and red (♥)!

Melie Bianco "Ariana" Top Handle Messenger in black, red, natural and taupe (Mulberry Alexa knockoff)

Melie Bianco “Ariana” Top Handle Messengeramazon
($89.50, Amazon)

P.S.: Also available at eBagscj.

BagInc “So Soho” Reissue Leather Satchel

UPDATE (05/03/2011): Again, a super close Mulberry Alexa look-a-like coming from BagInc. Getting a real leather bag for under $70 that looks so much like the Alexa is quite the deal for me. Also available in black or taupe. Oh, and did I mention we have an exclusive promo code that gives you 10% OFF your order? Simply enter “INTHEIRCLOSET” at checkout.

BagInc "So Soho" Reissue Leather Satchel in brown (Mulberry Alexa knockoff)

BagInc “So Soho” Reissue Leather Satchel
($69, BagInc)

Melie Bianco “Maurissa” Carry All Messenger Bag

UPDATE (02/06/2011): Another great Alexa knockoff coming from Melie Bianco. Available in brown, bone and olive.

Melie Bianco "Maurissa" Carry All Messenger Bag in brown (Mulberry Alexa knockoff)

Melie Bianco “Maurissa” Carry All Messenger Bag
($108, Baghaus)

GoJane Buckled Strap Tote

UPDATE (11/08/2010): Yet another Mulberry Alexa knockoff and what a fab one that is, right? I just love this budget-friendly alternative by GoJane. The bag comes also in black or ivory, but the pewter version is my personal favorite.

GoJane Buckled Strap Tote in pewter (Mulberry Alexa knockoff)

GoJane Buckled Strap Totecj
($46.80, GoJane)

Vieta “Lucille” Buckle Satchel

UPDATE (10/12/2010): Woot woot! Check out this AH-MAZING Alexa look-a-like by Vieta. I think it’s my favorite look 4 less version of all (among the Oasis one).

Vieta "Lucille" Buckle Satchel in navy (Mulberry Alexa knockoff)

Vieta “Lucille” Buckle Satchel
($59.16, Handbag Heaven)

Oasis Sasha Satchel

UPDATE (07/28/2010): Feast your eyes on the most awesome Mulberry Alexa knockoff to date. OK, the color of this Alexa steal version by Oasis isn’t spot-on, but the rest: Wowzers! And believe it or not: the bag is under $60. How great is that?

Oasis Sasha Satchel in natural (Mulberry Alexa knockoff)

Oasis Sasha Satchells
($58.96, ASOS)

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Real vs. Steal – Miu Miu Glitter and Suede Peep-toe Ankle Boots

by Juliana on January 18, 2012

Talk about statement shoes! These sparkly Miu Miu peep-toe booties are a definite conversation starter with their fun and flirty disco vibe. The lovely suede cross-straps make them look vintage and the shape of the glittered heel invites the wearer to feel whimsical yet confident with every step. Due to popular demand by celebrities and trend-setters everywhere, this pair sold out almost immediately upon debut. But not to worry, you can still be the Dancing Queen at the party by wearing the amazing steal version below.

Miu Miu Glitter and Suede Peep-toe Ankle Boots in peach suede and silver glitter

Miu Miu Glitter and Suede Peep-toe Ankle Boots
($890, SOLD OUT)

Celebrities Love Miu Miu

Alexa Chung, Kate Bosworth, Diane Kruger, Dasha Zhukova, Mischa Barton and Anna Dello Russo wearing Miu Miu Glitter and Suede Peep-toe Ankle Boots

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To Be Announced “Alvarez” Glitter Booties

Getting excited by this great look-a-like by To Be Announced? All you need is a sleek black jumpsuit and you’ll be turning heads everywhere you go in these new standout kicks. They are still an investment at $199.95, but if you already have the basics and want a wild card to add to the mix, these are definitely it. Here’s a tip: If you love this style but are not sure about the color, choose a pair in midnight black and wear them with opaque black tights and a cute mini dress. Colors available are silver coral, midnight black and silver yellow.

To Be Announced "Alvarez" Glitter Booties in silver glitter and coral suede (Miu Miu knockoffs)

To Be Announced “Alvarez” Glitter Booties
($199.95, Solestruck)

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Real vs. Steal – Yves Saint Laurent Palais Suede Platform Pumps

by Irina on October 27, 2011

UPDATE: This post has been updated on October 27, 2011. Scroll down to see the new add.

I must admit the first time I saw the “Palais” pumps by Yves Saint Laurent I didn’t like them very much. While I was madly in love with the vibrant blue suede, what I didn’t like was the carved heel and the exaggerated round toe. But as I previously said, sometimes you have to see a shoe on a person to truly recognize its beauty. And this was the case when I spotted the lovely Carey Mulligan wearing these iconic YSL pumps. From this moment on I was a reformed “Palais” lover.

Yves Saint Laurent Palais Suede Platform Pumps in blue

Yves Saint Laurent Palais Suede Platform Pumpsls
($720, NORDSTROM)

P.S.: Also available in dark green suede at MyTheresacj.

Celebrities Love Yves Saint Laurent

Alexa Chung, Carey Mulligan, Vanessa Hudgens, Jessica Simpson, Olivia Palermo and Heidi Klum wearing Yves Saint Laurent Palais Suede Platform Pumps

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Miss KG “Adorn” Platform Pumps

UPDATE (10/27/2011): Found a hot pink canvas version of the YSL Palais pump on sale coming from Miss KG. Also available in black or grey.

Miss KG "Adorn" Platform Pumps in pink

Miss KG “Adorn” Platform Pumpsls
(£45, Kurt Geiger)

P.S.: Also available at Heels.com, Debenhams.

Kelsi Dagger “Abrielle” Platform Pumps

UPDATE (10/24/2011): Just stumbled upon this gorgeous and almost perfect YSL Palais look-a-like by Kelsi Dagger. The price ain’t too bad either!

Kelsi Dagger "Abrielle" Platform Pumps in blue suede (YSL Palais knockoffs)

Kelsi Dagger “Abrielle” Platform Pumpscj
($129.95, Endless)

P.S.: Also available at Piperlimecj & Dillard’sls.

Promise “Lego” Platform Pumps

Now I can love YSL shoes as much as I want, I still don’t have the $$$ to splurge on them. So what’s the next best thing? These YSL look-a-likes by Promise, of course. Sure, they’re not as delicate as the originals and lack a few details, but they’ll definitely give you the YSL look and all for just $30. Available in blue, black and pink faux suede.

Promise "Lego" Platform Pumps in blue faux suede (YSL Palais knockoffs)

Promise “Lego” Platform Pumpscj
($30, GoJane)

P.S.: Also available in black, yellow & fuchsia faux suede at Heels.com.

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Real vs. Steal – Prada Cutout T-Strap Platform Sandals

by Irina on October 19, 2011

UPDATE: This post has been updated on October 19, 2011. Scroll down to see the new add.

Well, the season for open footwear such as these turquoise suede Prada sandals is pretty much over, but I couldn’t help but show these to you because I really love these little darlings. Love the color, the delicate suede, the cut-outs, the rounded heel. They’re just absolutely lovely and still rockable if you don’t mind wearing tights with open sandals.

Prada Cutout T-Strap Platform Sandals in turquoise suede

Prada Cutout T-Strap Platform Sandals
($571.99, Bluefly)

Celebrities Love Prada

Diane Kruger, Bonnie Wright and Alexa Chung wearing Prada Cutout T-Strap Platform Sandals

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Wild Pair “Apple WP” T-Strap Platform Sandals

UPDATE (10/19/2011): Just discovered this Prada alternative by Wild Pair. Available in tan, black and purple and currently on sale for $69.99!

Wild Pair "Apple WP" T-Strap Platform Sandals in tan, purple and black suede (Prada knockoffs)

Wild Pair “Apple WP” T-Strap Platform Sandalsamazon
($69.99, Amazon)

Vince Camuto “Trinity” T-Strap Platform Sandals

Now who doesn’t want to save a few hundreds but still look great in fab new shoes? I sure do want that! Thank Vince Camuto for an almost perfect identical Prada look-a-like. So close to the originals but so much cheaper. Love²! Available in teal suede and black patent.

Vince Camuto "Trinity" T-Strap Platform Sandals in turquoise suede (Prada knockoffs)

Vince Camuto “Trinity” T-Strap Platform Sandalscj
($129, Endless)

P.S.: Also available at Piperlimecj, Vince Camutols, Dillard’sls & Macy’sls.

B. Makowsky “Vada” T-Strap Pumps

If you rather prefer a closed toe version that is suitable for the Fall, then B. Makowsky has got your back with their Prada inspired “Vada” t-strap heels. Available in black, wine and camel suede.

B. Makowsky "Vada" T-Strap Pumps in black and wine suede (Prada knockoffs)

B. Makowsky “Vada” T-Strap Pumpscj
($129, Endless)

P.S.: Also available at Zapposcj.

Marc Fisher “Spray” Sandals

And last but least: Marc Fisher‘s loosely inspired patent heels. Super affordable and looking quite good, too. Available in black or red patent.

Marc Fisher "Spray" Sandals in black patent (Prada knockoffs)

Marc Fisher “Spray” Sandalsls
($55.30, Macy’s)

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