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Real vs. Steal – Céline Mini Luggage Tote

by Irina on April 25, 2012

Phoebe Philo sure knows the secret sauce to creating “It“-bags. Back when she was at Chloé we had the Paddington craze and years later when she returned to the fashion stage and started to design for Céline she did it all over again and made the “Luggage” tote the most sought-after bag in the whole wide fashion world. And as you can see below Hollywood loves their Mini Luggages, too! That’s why it’s practically impossible to get your hands on this bag. It consequently sells out, one bag at a time.

Céline Mini Luggage Tote in black

Céline Mini Luggage Tote
(~$1.700, SOLD OUT)

Celebrities Love Céline

Miley Cyrus, Ashley Tisdale, Jessica Szohr, Kate Walsh, Oprah Winfrey and Mary-Kate Olsen carrying a Céline Mini Luggage Tote

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BagInc “Lana” Leather Shoulder Bag

HOT DEAL: Use our exclusive promo code “INTHEIRCLOSET” for 10% OFF your order!

I have waited almost half a year to write about the Céline Luggage tote simply because I wanted to find the perfect steal for you. Finally, I have found it! And here it is, waiting for you at BagInc. Practically twins, the only noticeable difference to me is the missing logo in the front. LOVE, LOVE, LOVE this Céline look-a-like! It’s made of authentic leather, is well-crafted and you get all that for a little over $100 (less if you use our exclusive reader discount code above). You better grab this bag asap, it’s probably the next best thing if you can’t afford the original.

BagInc "Lana" Leather Shoulder Bag in black and beige (Céline Mini Luggage knockoff)

BagInc “Lana” Leather Shoulder Bag
($109, BagInc)

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Real vs. Steal – Prada Minimal Baroque Sunglasses

by Juliana on April 24, 2012

UPDATE: This post has been updated on April 24, 2012. Scroll down to see the new add.

One look at these Prada Baroque sunglasses, and all stylish girls can agree that they truly are a work of art. Celebs have been photographed wearing these bold shades with architectural flair everywhere and who can blame them, they are fabulous! Adding these stunners to your art collection may set you back $290, but fortunately for us you can snag a similar pair for less! Check out the amazing steal below.

Prada Minimal Baroque Sunglasses in black

Prada Minimal Baroque Sunglassesls
($290, NORDSTROM)

P.S.: Also available Sunglass Hut & Saksls.

Celebrities Love Prada

Eva Mendes, Mary-Kate Olsen, Paris Hilton, Rihanna, Zoe Saldana and Gwen Stefani wearing Prada Minimal Baroque Sunglasses

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Sunglass Warehouse SW Round Fashion Style #2260 Sunglasses

UPDATE (04/24/2012): Sunglass Warehouse now has their own dead ringer for the Prada Minimal Baroque sunglasses which will cost you a little over $16. Also available in brown with amber lenses.

Sunglass Warehouse SW Round Fashion Style #2260 Sunglasses in black (Prada Minimal Baroque knockoffs)

Sunglass Warehouse SW Round Fashion Style #2260 Sunglasses
($16.11, Sunglass Warehouse)

GirlPROPS Curlycue Big Lense Sunglasses

UPDATE (02/28/2012): Just in case the Prada look-a-likes at Triple Optic should sell out, here’s another Prada Baroque knockoff by GirlPROPS. They’re slightly more expensive but still very affordable comparing to the real deal. Available in black, tortoise and white.

GirlPROPS Curlycue Big Lense Sunglasses in black (Prada Baroque knockoffs)

GirlPROPS Curlycue Big Lense Sunglassesamazon
($17.99, Amazon)

Designer Inspired Oversized Sunglasses w/ Baroque Swirl Arms

UPDATE (02/01/2012): Since the GoJane sunglasses sold out in no time and many of you missed out on the chance to buy these, I made it my mission to find other great Prada Baroque look-a-likes and today I did find a great one available on Amazon. At only $10 a pop I suggest buying the black, white and tortoise version. The best part? A promo special! Buy 2, get 10% off! Buy 3, get 15% off or buy 4+ and get 20% off! Stock up on sunglasses and eyewear from Triple Optic! Enter code “BEACHDAY” at checkout (restrictions apply). But hurry, these sunglasses are selling fast.

Designer Inspired Oversized Sunglasses w/ Baroque Swirl Arms (Prada Baroque knockoffs)

Designer Inspired Oversized Sunglasses w/ Baroque Swirl Armsamazon
($9.95, Amazon)

GoJane Swirl Arm Sunglasses

HOT DEAL: Use promo code “GJSHIP60” to get free shipping on your order!

You really can’t get any closer to the real thing with these lovely frames from GoJane for only $9.50. They will make the perfect accessory to add to your winter wardrobe. And if you are looking for even more star style, just put on your favorite bright-colored lipstick! They are also available in black, tortoise and white.

GoJane Swirl Arm Sunglasses in black (Prada Minimal Baroque knockoff)

GoJane Swirl Arm Sunglassescj
($9.50, GoJane)

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Real vs. Steal – Alexander McQueen Skull Print Silk Chiffon Scarf

by Irina on March 14, 2012

Posting a steal find for an Alexander McQueen item always makes me a little sad because I feel very strongly about the brand and the designer and would like to be able to support it by buying the real deal, however my budget says otherwise. McQueen’s iconic skull print scarves have been around for a while now and it didn’t take long before they became a celebrity staple. And who can blame them really? The scarves, which are now available in a million color combinations, are absolutely fabulous; scary skulls printed on delicate silk? Gotta love the contradiction. What’s not to love though? The price of almost $300, obviously.

Alexander McQueen Skull Print Silk Chiffon Scarf in black and white & white and black

Alexander McQueen Skull Print Silk Chiffon Scarfcj
($295, Zappos)

P.S.: Also available in various colors and variations at NET-A-PORTERls, Farfetchls, Matches Fashionls & MyTheresacj.

Celebrities Love Alexander McQueen Skull Print Silk Chiffon Scarf

Sarah Michelle Gellar, Mary-Kate Olsen, Kim Kardashian, Ashley Tisdale, Nicky Hilton and Kristin Cavallari wearing an Alexander McQueen Skull Print Silk Chiffon Scarf

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StyleInch Skull Print Chiffon Scarf

While doing my daily browsing on Amazon I discovered that StyleInch have an incredibly similar pair of skull print chiffon scarves which they are selling for $29; a mere 1/10th of the original’s price. Sure, you can’t expect the same quality, but if you’re looking for inexpensive Alexander McQueen skull print scarf look-a-likes, this is the place to go. And the best part? The scarves are available in an array of different colors: black and whiteamazon as shown here as well as blueamazon, pinkamazon, beigeamazon, redamazon and greyamazon. Also check out their shopamazon on Amazon, they have a ton of other designer scarf look-a-likes listed there.

StyleInch Skull Print Chiffon Scarf in black and white & white and black (Alexander McQueen knockoffs)

StyleInch Skull Print Chiffon Scarfamazon
($29, Amazon)

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Real vs. Steal – Alexander Wang Rocco Mini Duffel Bag

by Celine on October 5, 2011

UPDATE: This post has been updated on October 05, 2011. Scroll down to see the new add.

You know how I know we’re good? Because we never forget a shoe. Or a handbag. Or a face. OK, so not the last one. Back in the old days (you know, 2005) the fashion world saw the introduction to the “It Bag” – a bag that became every starlet’s must have accessory. One day, readers (stay with me), Mary Kate Olsen was spotted carrying a gorgeous black, studded bag that no one could identify but that everyone immediately wanted. A year later the bag (eventually attributed to the talented, Alexander Wang) was made available to the public. It was then known as “Coco”; it is now known as “Rocco”; I can afford neither one.

Alexander Wang Rocco Mini Duffel Bag in black with gold studs

Alexander Wang Rocco Duffel Bag
($875, Barneys)

P.S.: Also available at Alexander Wangls & Farfetchls.

Celebrities Love Alexander Wang

Mary-Kate Olsen, Ashley Tisdale, Rihanna, Kristin Cavallari, Nicky Hilton & Jennifer Carpenter carrying an Alexander Wang Rocco Mini Duffel Bag

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BagInc “Alexa” Studded Leather Bag

UPDATE (04/26/2011): I just stumbled upon this fantastic and virtually identical Rocco look-a-like by BagInc. Love it! It’s a little pricey, but a) it’s made of real leather and b) they offer free worldwide shipping on all orders of $99+. Plus, you can get 10% OFF your entire order with our exclusive coupon code “INTHEIRCLOSET“. Yup, that’s how much we love you! ;-) – P.S.: I now own this bag and it is AH-MAZ-ING (review here…)! So so so worth the investment! Just read the various 5-star customer reviews.

BagInc "Alexa" Studded Bag in black (Alexander Wang Rocco knockoff)

BagInc “Alexa” Studded Bag
($159, BagInc)

Street Level 78080 Studded Duffel Bag

UPDATE (10/05/2011): Found another Rocco alternative by Street Level. It only comes in taupe, has 2 added tassels and it is also faux leather, but the price of $68 makes up for this.

Street Level 78080 Studded Duffel Bag in taupe (Alexander Wang Rocco knockoff)

Street Level 78080 Studded Duffel Bagcj
($68, Piperlime)

Ajito Studded Bottom Satchel

UPDATE (09/03/2010): Reader Addy informed us about this lovely Rocco knockoff by Ajito. It comes in either black, brown, grey or white. Thanks, Addy!

Ajito Studded Bottom Satchel in black (Alexander Wang Rocco knockoff)

Ajito Studded Bottom Satchel
($50, YesStyle)

Wet Seal Stud Bottom Satchel

I have to be honest, the last time I shopped at Wet Seal I was looking for something to wear to the school dance (in other words, it was 1998), but by golly perhaps Wet Seal deserves another look! Their Stud Bottom Satchel is a pretty darn great dupe of the Alexander Wang bag. True, it’s not made out of leather but I know there are vegans among us who actually prefer that. For a measly $24.50 this is a hot bag to add to your arsenal. (Note: if you’re having trouble locating the bag on theWet Seal site, click on the link below and enter the style number – “42178118” – into the search field).

Wet Seal Stud Bottom Satchel in black (Alexander Wang Rocco Duffel knockoff)

Wet Seal Stud Bottom Satchel
Style #: 42178118
($24.50, Wet Seal)

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Real vs. Steal – Proenza Schouler PS1 Large Leather Satchel

by Celine on September 29, 2011

UPDATE: This post has been updated on September 29, 2011. Scroll down to see the new add.

Sometimes I really question my sanity. I will jump at the chance to buy and subsequently wear (all night long) a pair of 5 inch heels, however when it comes to bags I am much more comfort-conscious. I carry my Rebecca Minkoff cross-body purse more than any other bag in my closet, and it’s because it’s just so darn comfortable. I really love a cross-body bag because it distributes the weight of all your worldly possessions while simultaneously looking effortlessly chic. My new favorite bag to fall into this utopian category is the Proenza Schouler PS1 Large Leather Satchel. God, it’s a beauty, isn’t it? I’m particularly lusting after the gray color Leighton Meester is carrying. Unfortunately this satchel retails for $1.595. Yes, folks, life is cruel.

Proenza Schouler PS1 Large Leather Satchel in natural

Proenza Schouler PS1 Large Leather Satchells
($1.595, NET-A-PORTER)

P.S.: Also available at MyTheresacj, S|SENSEcj & LUISAVIAROMAcj.

Celebrities Love Proenza Schouler

Mary-Kate Olsen, Kirsten Dunst, Leighton Meester, Nicky Hilton, Jessica Alba and Chloë Sevigny carrying a Proenza Schouler PS1 satchel bag

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Tylie Malibu Heritage Trotter Ohio THC002 Satchel

UPDATE (09/29/2011): So I know this “steal” by Tylie Malibu is probably the most expensive designer look-a-like we’ve ever featured, but I just found it way too good to pass on it. The bag might be too pricey for most of us at $495, but it’s still $1.100 cheaper than the original PS1 so I guess it does qualify as a steal. Make sure to check out the gorgeous suedecj and nubuckcj versions as well. So gorgeous!

Tylie Malibu Heritage Trotter Ohio THC002 Satchel in black (Proenza Schouler PS1 knockoff)

Tylie Malibu Heritage Trotter Ohio THC002 Satchelcj
($495, Endless)

BagInc The Most Coveted Bag For Years

UPDATE (07/24/2011): This PS1 knockoff by BagInc is one of the best look-a-likes I’ve seen yet. And it’s made of real leather, too. Love all the colors! Use our exclusive promo code “INTHEIRCLOSET” to get 15% OFF your entire order!

BagInc The Most Coveted Bag For Years (Proenza Schouler PS1 knockoff)

BagInc The Most Coveted Bag For Years
($92, BagInc)

Vieta Veronique Buckle Satchel

UPDATE (07/24/2011): Just came across another PS1 alternative by Vieta. Use promo code “FALL11” to get 15% OFF your entire order!

Vieta Veronique Buckle Satchel in cream and yellow (Proenza Schouler PS1 knockoff)

Vieta Veronique Buckle Satchel
($81.95, Handbag Heaven)

Mossimo Messenger Bag

UPDATE (03/25/2011): Just stumbled upon the much buzzed about infamous PS1 knockoff by Mossimo. Available in black, cognac, mushroom and olive.

Mossimo Messenger Bag in cognac (Proenza Schouler PS1 knockoff)

Mossimo Messenger Bag
($34.99, Target)

Pink Studio “Martine” Suede Satchel

UPDATE (07/24/2010): Check out this almost identical PS1 knockoff by Pink Studio. Isn’t it absolutely amazing?

Pink Studio "Martine" Suede Satchel in tan (Proenza Schouler PS1 knockoff)

Pink Studio “Martine” Suede Satchel
($185, Baghaus)

ASOS Leather Slot Through Satchel

UPDATE (05/14/2010): I just stumbled upon another ASOS PS1 inspired version and I think it looks absolutely amazing. The bags comes in black, nude, yellow, green, mink & black/brown, is made of real leather and although not every detail is spot-on the overall look & feel is very similar to the Proenza Schouler PS1 in my opinion.

ASOS Leather Slot Through Satchel in nude & black (Proenza Schouler PS1 knockoff)

ASOS Leather Slot Through Satchells
($109.49, ASOS)

ASOS Leather Twist Lock Satchel

But wait! What light through yonder window breaks? ASOS‘s Leather Twist Lock Satchel is not an exact copy of the Proenza Schouler bag but it is so similar in all the ways that count (I considered seeing that Shakespeare reference through to the bitter end but didn’t want to bore you). I love the buttery looking leather and of course the long cross-body strap. I am also quite fond of the rich tan color. I truly think this is an excellent “inspired by” satchel. Now if only it came in gray…

ASOS Leather Twist Lock Satchel in tan (Proenza Schouler PS1 knockoff)

ASOS Leather Twist Lock Satchells
($117.92, ASOS)

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