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UPDATE: This post has been updated on January 16, 2012. Scroll down to see the new add.

Signore Giuseppe Zanotti, te amo! Or, to be a bit more specific: I love your shoes! Especially those extreme platform wedges from your S/S 2011 collection. We’ve already shown you the peep-toe version of this wedge and today we’re going to show you a great Zanotti alternative for the equally gorgeous closed toe version.

Giuseppe Zanotti I06078 Suede Ankle Strap Platform Wedges in navy

Giuseppe Zanotti I06078 Suede Ankle Strap Platform Wedges
($650, SOLD OUT)

Celebrities Love Giuseppe Zanotti

Alexis Bledel, Hilary Duff, Eva Marcille, Keri Hilson, Vanessa Hudgens & Michelle Trachtenberg wearing Giuseppe Zanotti I06078 Suede Ankle Strap Platform Wedges

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ALDO “Herena” Platform Wedges

UPDATE (01/16/2012): Just came across yet another almost identical Zanotti look-a-like sans ankle strap. This one’s coming from ALDO and is available in either black or teal suede.

ALDO "Herena" Platform Wedges in black and teal suede (Giuseppe Zanotti I06078 knockoffs)

ALDO “Herena” Platform Wedgesamazon
($100, Amazon)

Qupid Pulse-02 Ankle Strap Wedges

UPDATE (01/04/2012): Look what a cute and affordable Zanotti alternative has popped up on GoJane. Aren’t these faux suede wedges by Qupid absolutely lovely? I love the bright colors. Enter promo code “GJSHIP60” & get free shipping over $60!

Qupid Pulse-02 Ankle Strap Wedges in pink, blue and lime faux suede (Giuseppe Zanotti I06078 knockoffs)

Qupid Pulse-02 Ankle Strap Wedgescj
($24.70, GoJane)

P.S.: Also available at Amazonamazon.

Sam Edelman “Quinn” Wedge Pumps

UPDATE (09/09/2011): Squeal! I just stumbled upon the perfect Zanotti look-a-like by Sam Edelman. The heel height on these here is somewhat lower, but I actually prefer them that way because it makes the shoes more wearable and less dangerous imo. Available in red or black suede.

Sam Edelman "Quinn" Wedge Pumps in red suede (Giuseppe Zanotti I06078 knockoffs)

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($149.95, NORDSTROM)

Dollhouse “Brik” Wedge Platform Pumps

UPDATE (09/09/2011): If you’re looking for a cheap Zanotti alternative in red, check out these faux suede wedge pumps by Dollhouse. They’re $35 only & come in black patent as well black and red suede!

Dollhouse "Brik" Wedge Platform Pumps in red faux suede (Giuseppe Zanotti I06078 knockoffs)

Dollhouse “Brik” Wedge Platform Pumps
($35, Dollhouse)

Wild Pair “Lola WP” Wedge Pumps

So, how great are these Zanottis on a budget by Wild Pair? Quite spot-on I’d say, even though I would love them more if they had kept the suede platform. But at $95 I’ll just keep my mouth shut and put them into my cart ASAP (sizes are already starting to sell out, so you better hurry to make your order). Available in red or black suede.

Wild Pair "Lola WP" Wedge Pumps in red suede (Giuseppe Zanotti I06078 knockoffs)

Wild Pair “Lola WP” Wedge Pumpsamazon
($95, Amazon)

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UPDATE: This post has been updated on August 30, 2011. Scroll down to see the new add.

Kitten heels and pointed toes are usually NOT what turns me on about a shoe, but strange enough I think it totally works on these red suede kitten pumps by Isabel Marant. Maybe it’s the lavishly tied bow or the red suede or maybe that they look so French. But I do like these. A lot. Others, including a flood of Hollywood celebs, seem to favor these heels as well since the Poppy pumps have sold out rather quickly online. I especially like how Hilary Duff wore these with a grey tank and rolled up skinny jeans.

Isabel Marant Poppy Suede Pumps in red

Isabel Marant Poppy Suede Pumps
($620, SOLD OUT)

Celebrities Love Isabel Marant

Anne Hathaway, Hilary Duff, Lisa Snowdon, Elle MacPherson, Katie Holmes & Kate Bosworth wearing Isabel Marant Poppy Suede Pumps

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Bamboo Carpi-01 Bow Pumps

UPDATE (08/30/2011): Here’s another great and super cheap Isabel Marant Poppy look-a-like by Bamboo. Available in red, black, leopard and zebra faux suede.

Bamboo Carpi-01 Bow Pumps in faux red suede (Isabel Marant Poppy knockoffs)

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($29.97, Shiekh)

ALDO “Scarr” Suede Bow Pumps

So you’re looking for the same look but for less? Check out ALDO‘s “Scarr” pump. Obviously heavily inspired by the Poppy pumps but under $100. Available in red or black suede.

ALDO "Scarr" Suede Bow Pumps in red suede (Isabel Marant Poppy knockoffs)

ALDO “Scarr” Suede Bow Pumpsamazon
($90, Amazon)

Nine West “Frontal” Bow Pumps

If you want a more pointier pump Nine West has a great Poppy look-a-like as well. The bow could’ve been prettier, but at $79 I won’t complain. Available red, black, purple and blue suede as well as black and beige leather.

Nine West "Frontal" Bow Pumps in red suede (Isabel Marant Poppy knockoffs)

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($79, Endless)

P.S.: Also available at Nine Westcj & Zapposcj.

Dorothy Perkins Knot Mid Heel Shoes

If you’re in the UK and are looking for a super affordable alternative then you might want to take a look at these faux suede pumps by Dorothy Perkins. Available in red or black.

Dorothy Perkins Knot Mid Heel Shoes in red faux suede (Isabel Marant Poppy knockoffs)

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(£36, Dorothy Perkins)

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Before I start worshipping these Lanvin heels, can we please have a moment of silence first? ___________ Thanks. Seriously, how amazing are they? I love the smooth and rounded design. It’s such an elegant shoe with the chain adding some pizzazz into the mix. But the price, OMG!, look at that insane thing of a price! Even on sale it is waaay beyond what I could afford to pay for a pair of heels. Je suis trés desolé, Lanvin!

Lanvin Chain Link Ankle Strap Pumps in blush and quilted black

Lanvin Chain Link Ankle Strap Pumps
($1.183, Bergdorf Goodman)

Celebrities Love Lanvin

Hilary Duff, Rihanna, Diane Kruger, Anne Hathaway, Cameron Diaz and Anna Dello Russo wearing Lanvin Chain Link Ankle Strap Pumps

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Miss Me Bello-8 Platform Pumps

Nothing can compare to the real deal, but if you’re looking to save yourself some serious cash, try these Lanvin-inspired pumps by Miss Me. They’ll give you essentially the same look but for a fraction of the price. Available in tan, black, taupe and brown.

Miss Me Bello-8 Chain Link Ankle Strap Pumps in tan & black (Lanvin knockoffs)

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($49.95, Endless)

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Real vs. Steal – Prada Platform Peep-Toe Booties

by Velicia Hill on November 9, 2010

I have to confess, before I begin to compose a post, I take a good look at the item and try to envision myself either wearing it or imagining what I would pair this look with from my own closet. Pssst, wanna know what my very first thought was when I looked at these Prada booties? SEX! That’s right – sex. These are some of the sexiest heels I’ve come across in a very long time. I thought sex for three reasons:

  1. Simple yet stylish design
  2. Exciting and titillating times to come from wearing such a hot heel!
  3. X-Factor; that special little je ne sais quoi that’s indescribable & irresistible. And oh, Xpensive. $850! Good Lord!

Prada Platform Peep-Toe Booties in black suede

Prada Platform Peep-Toe Booties
($850, Barney’s)

Celebrities Love Prada

Hilary Duff and Kim Kardashian wearing black suede Prada Platform Peep-Toe Booties

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Dolce Vita “Valencia” Suede Booties

But for those whose wallets aren’t “grown & sexy” enough and/or don’t give a damn how much sex appeal the Prada booties reek, here’s a bootie not only close to my heart, but almost my namesake as well! Dolce Vita‘s Valencia is for those who believe less is more – especially when it comes to pricing. Bring sexy back (home) for a whole lot less!

Dolce Vita "Valencia" Suede Booties in black suede (Prada knockoffs)

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($157.50, Endless)

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

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It was love at first sight with these Christian Louboutin “Esoteri” booties. Not sure they felt the same way about me though. There’s something I love about the Victorian meets school-boy look. What do you think? The price of course makes them a little (OK a lot) out of my reach.

Christian Louboutin Esoteri Ankle Boots in black & white

Christian Louboutin Esoteri Ankle Bootszx
(£575, MyTheresa)

Celebrities Love Christian Louboutin

Hilary Duff, Georgina Chapman and Heidi Montag wearing black and white Christian Louboutin Esoteri Ankle Boots

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Charlotte Russe Button Booties

Luckily I found these Louboutin knock-offs at Charlotte Russe and feel that they are almost every bit as good (and much lighter on the wallet, of course).

Charlotte Russe Button Booties in black & white (Christian Louboutin Esoteri knockoffs)

Charlotte Russe Button Bootiescj
($29.99, Charlotte Russe)

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