by Celine on July 30, 2010
UPDATE: This post has been updated on July 30, 2010. 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
($1.250, NET-A-PORTER)
Alexa Chung Loves Mulberry
Dorothy Perkins Chain Strap Satchel
UPDATE (07/30/2010): Another Alexa alternative by Dorothy Perkins. Not quite as spot-on as the Oasis one, but still a great alternative. Available in tan or cream. PSST! International delivery is half-price until Monday.
Dorothy Perkins Chain Strap Satchel
(£25, Dorothy Perkins)
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
($58.96, ASOS)
Dorothy Perkins Padlock Satchel
UPDATE (07/15/2010): OMG, I just came across these amazing and very affordable Alexa bag look-a-like by UK retailer Dorothy Perkins. Shipping to the USA is also quite OK at £10 (~$15).
Dorothy Perkins Padlock Satchel
(£28, Dorothy Perkins)
Topshop Buckle Strap Satchel
UPDATE (03/31/2010): Check out this amazing Alexa knockoff bag by Topshop. It does miss the cute twist lock, but the overall look is still super similar. A little pricey at $170, but only about 1/10 of the original.
Topshop Buckle Strap Satchel
($170, Topshop)
New Look Twist Lock Satchel
Now admittedly the knock-off potential isn’t immediately obvious here, but look closer. UK retailer, New Look, has created what is clearly their take on the Mulberry Alexa – Alexa’s younger sister, if you will. We’re loving the twist-lock and the oversized buckles. This tan/gingerbread color is a great match for the bag pictured above, but if you check out New Look’s site you’ll see that the other colors offered (brown, ecru and black) very clearly reference the Alexa; and the price is truly fantastic!
New Look Twist Lock Satchel
(£15, New Look)
by Irina on July 28, 2010
UPDATE: This post has been updated on July 28, 2010. Scroll down to see the new adds.
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. If you are a EU size 37 you can still get them for a steep $620 (€430) at MyTheresa. Cheap, I know!
Acne Atacoma Lace-Up Wedges
($620, MyTheresa)
Alexa Chung Loves Acne
ALDO “Sandidge” Platform Wedge Shoe Boots
UPDATE (07/28/2010): Ahhh, I wish I had posted these ALDO shoe boots earlier. Now they’re sold out in many sizes. Sorry guys, my bad!
Aldo Sandidge Platform Wedge Shoe Boots
($151.61, ASOS)
P.S.: Also available at Amazon.co.uk
for £90.
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
($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
($159.95, Solestruck)
P.S.: Also available at Karmaloop
.
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
($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
($140, Singer22)
by Celine on July 5, 2010
UPDATE: This post has been updated on July 05, 2010. Scroll down to see the new add.
Looking for that perfect airy pump for the spring that is so rapidly approaching? Have you seen the Miu Miu Basket Pumps? They’re sort of like Miu Miu‘s elevated, elegant take on the jelly. Don’t let that basket-weave fool you, though, that reinforced toe and super high heel means these are sophisticated enough to wear during an evening out. Like many of Miu Miu’s pumps, sadly, these are already totally sold out.
Miu Miu Basket Pumps
($590, SOLD OUT)
P.S.: Available in cream at Saks.
Celebrities Love Miu Miu
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Wild Diva Chelsie-07 Pumps
UPDATE (07/05/2010): Stumbled upon these very budget-friendly Miu Miu twins by Wild Diva. Available in black as shown below, nude or brown. Don’t forget to enter coupon code “AMIPROMO20” to receive 20% OFF!
Wild Diva Chelsie-07 Pumps
($23.99, AmiClubWear)
P.S.: Also available at Love My Shoes.
Steve Madden “TALIAA” Pumps
UPDATE (03/25/2010): We found a second, spot-on Miu Miu knockoff by Steve Madden. Available in black or blush suede. Use coupon code “SUMMER” to get an extra 15% OFF your entire order!
Steve Madden “TALIAA” Pumps
($109.95, Shoes.com)
Rosegold “Marni” Pumps
Rosegold has done it again! They are quickly becoming my favorite knockoff brand because… well… just look at their “Marni” pumps. They are virtually identical to the Miu Miu Basket Pumps but at a much nicer price point. And truthfully, do you really want to throw down almost $600 for what are, essentially, glorified jellies? Didn’t think so. Available in black, cream and beige.
Rosegold “Marni” Pumps
($158, Endless)
P.S.: Also available at Shopbop
, Jildor Shoes
, Footnotes
& Tobi
.
UPDATE: This post has been updated on May 09, 2010. Scroll down to see the new add.
Some shoes take time to grow on me; others I want immediately. The studded clogs from Chanel‘s S/S 2010 runway fell into the latter category. I don’t know if it’s the 60s-70s clothes kick I’ve been on recently or maybe just the fact that I love how nude shoes of all kinds elongate the leg (that 4 inch heel helps too!) but I prayed to the fashion Gods above that someone would come out with a knock-off (the Chanel shoes being out of my budget and all). Usually my prayers of that kind get answered – by the Steve Maddens and Jeffrey Campbells of the world – and I was not disappointed…
Chanel Spring 2010 Clogs
(Price Unknown, N/A)
Alexa Chung Loves Chanel
ASOS HOWDY Wooden Platform Clogs
UPDATE (05/09/2010): ASOS is a bit late to join the clog party, but at least they came up with a decent looking Chanel knockoff.
ASOS HOWDY Wooden Platform Clogs
($143.73, ASOS)
Steve Madden “CECEILA” Wooden Clogs
UPDATE (03/26/2010): Woohoo! Another Chanel knock-off. This one’s by Steve Madden and it looks a lot like Jeffrey Campbell’s “CHARLIE” clog only that Madden’s version is a few bucks cheaper. Score!
Steve Madden “CECEILA” Wooden Clogs
($99.95, Steve Madden)
Topshop “SEANNA” Closed Toe Clogs
UPDATE (03/26/2010): Just stumbled upon this great Chanel alternative by Topshop. Available in black (pictured) or white. Hurry, they’re selling fast!
Topshop “SEANNA” Closed Toe Clogs
($135, Topshop)
Sam Edelman “Flair” Clogs
UPDATE (03/26/2010): Sam Edelman‘s “Flair” clogs are quite reminiscent of the Chanels, don’t you agree?
Sam Edelman “Flair” Clogs
($150, Endless)
P.S.: Also available at Piperlime
and Bloomingdale’s
.
Faith “DINKY” Studded Clogs
UPDATE (03/26/2010): UK shoe retailer Faith also has a Chanel inspired clog.
Faith “DINKY” Studded Clogs
(£45, Faith)
Jeffrey Campbell “Karl” Clogs
UPDATE (02/27/2010): Jeffrey Campbell has released a new version of the Charlie clog named “Karl” with a raffia fabric upper in either navy or beige. So pretty!
Jeffrey Campbell “Karl” Clogs
($135, Jildor)
P.S.: Also available at Footnotes
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Jeffrey Campbell “Charlie” Clogs
UPDATE (02/27/2010): Just learned that NORDSTROM now has the JC clogs in stock now for a budget-friendly $124.95 in black and tan. These are going to sell out quick, so order straight away.
I just received these Jeffrey Campbell “Charlie” clogs (I ordered them immediately after seeing them) and I have to tell you – they’re just as fabulous as I imagine Chanel’s to be. That scary 4 inch + heel is surprisingly comfortable to walk in and I just love their retro spirit. From the chunky wooden heel to the gold studs, these are truly an excellent knock-off. And for $178 (see retailers listed below for more prices), they’re really a steal. The clogs are available in either beige, black or tan.
Jeffrey Campbell “Charli-C” Clogs
($124.95, NORDSTROM)
P.S.: Also available at Karmaloop
, Free People, Jildor
, Singer22
, Officeg(16781546)a(1610226))
& Footnotes
.
by Irina on November 10, 2009
UPDATE: This post has been updated on November 10, 2009. Scroll down to read the news.
Alexa Chung is quite the fashionista. A few weeks ago she wore a pair of lustworthy black Acne lace up ankle boots which had a silver wedge heel and started a shoe craze among the fashion blogger scene. The wedges sold out within days after Alexa wore hers on her MTV show, but I was able to locate an online shop where you can still get hold of them. Yay!
Our Rating: 
| Who? |
Alexa Chung |
| Where? |
It’s On With Alexa Chung Show, MTV |
| When? |
July 15, 2009 |
| What? |
Acne “Atacoma” Wegde Ankle Boots |
Acne “Atacoma” Lace-Up Wedges
UPDATE (11/10/2009): The Atacoma sold out several times now and are currently gone everywhere or only available in limited sizes, but if you want you can still get on the waitlist for the Atacomas at MyTheresa.
Acne “Atacoma” Lace-Up Wedges
($645/€430, MyTheresa)
P.S.: Available in size 37 (EU) at Browns
by Irina on November 7, 2009
If I had to choose my favorite Louboutin of 2009 I think the “Nitoinimoi” bandage ankle bootie below would definitely be up for consideration. There are not enough words to describe how much I love these. However, there is also not enough cash in my wallet to buy these as well.
Christian Louboutin Nitoinimoi Bandage Ankle Boots
($1.197, MyTheresa)
P.S.: Also available at Browns
.
Celebrities Love Christian Louboutin
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Liliana “Jones” Strapped Booties
UPDATE (11/07/2009): Found another great Christian Louboutin “Nitoinimoi” knockoff at FlyJane.
I’m so glad I stumbled upon these babies today. Don’t they look awesome? They come pretty close to the Louboutins (except that the upper material is faux suede here), but the square toe and the signature red sole is making me fall in love with these edgy booties. And they’re relatively inexpensive, too.
Liliana “Jones” Strapped Booties
($69.90, FlyJane)
Anne Michelle Addiction 55 Buckled Booties
HOT DEAL: Get 15% OFF your order at LuLu*s with our exclusive coupon code INTHEIRCLOSET Offer valid until November 23rd, 2009.
Once again Anne Michelle comes to the rescue! Their “Nitoinimoi” knockoff is almost a 1:1 copy of the real deal. The only differences are the missing red sole and the pointed toe which is square on the originals. Everything else from the shape to the bandages and the buckles looks identical. And they’re so inexpensive, too! Only $44 (use our coupon code above and you’ll only have to pay $37.40). Such a great deal, gotta love LuLu*s.
Anne Michelle Addiction 55 Belted & Buckled Booties
($44, LuLu*s)
Boutique 9 “Siaka” Ankle Boots
I know these boots by Boutique 9 are more of an “inspired-by” kind rather than a complete rip-off, but I still think they fit the bill for a great Louboutin alternative. I’m also sort of in love with them even though they are not a steal at $229. Also available in brown.
Boutique 9 “Siaka” Ankle Boots
($229, Zappos)
P.S.: Also available at NORDSTROM
.