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These gold strappy sandals by Jimmy Choo were some of my favorite heels from the spring/summer collection and are still on my wish list. The hefty price tag of $735 however is way out of my regular shoe budget, so no Jimmy Choos for me.

Jimmy Choo Flynn Mirrored Leather Sandals
($735, NET-A-PORTER)

Celebrities Love Jimmy Choo

Julie Benz was recently wearing a silver of pair of the Jimmy Choos to this year’s Emmy Awards while Kristen Bell rocked her gold ones with a black jumpsuit. Heather Graham seems to be a big fan of these sandals as she has worn them to every premiere during her The Hangover promo tour.

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BCBGMAXAZRIA “Akira” Sandals

UPDATE (03/03/2010): Check out this great Jimmy Choo look-a-like by BCBGMAXAZRIA. Available in gold & anthracite.

BCBGMAXAZRIA “Akira” Sandals
($185, Endless)

Coloriffics “Lustre” Strappy Sandals

UPDATE (01/30/2010): Found another fabulous and budget-friendly Jimmy Choo knockoff by Coloriffics. The strappy sandals are available in either silver, bronze or red.

Coloriffics “Lustre” Strappy Sandals
($51.95, Endless)

P.S.: Also available at Shoes.com and Shoebuy.

Michael Antonio “Scottie” Sandals

Want a similar style without blowing half of your paycheck? These strappy sandals by Michael Antonio are obviously inspired by the Jimmy Choo heels even though they vary slightly because the Michael Antonio sandals have a platform and the straps differ a bit as well. Available in 3 additional colors including silver, white and black.

Michael Antonio “Scottie” Sandals
($54.95, Endless)

I am naturally not attracted to red—I have a total of three red pieces in my wardrobe. But when I saw the red suede Jimmy Choo Fire Cut-Out Ankle Boots like Fergie’s (below), I fell in love. Fire indeed! They are totally hot. There’s just something about all those stripes of skin peeking through.

Jimmy Choo Fire Cut-Out Ankle Boots
(Price Unknown, SOLD OUT)

Celebrities Love Jimmy Choo

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Vince Camuto “Aphrodite” Sandals

Who doesn’t love a Choo shoe? I know no woman alive who’d deny herself the pleasure if her finances could enable the experience. If only. Since most of us can’t fill our closets with boxes by Jimmy Choo (and because the Fire Cut-Out Ankle Boots are sold out anyway) here’s a nice consolation prize: the “Aphrodite” by Vince Camuto. They aren’t 100% like the Choo version, but still a shapely and sexy pair. Available in black, nude and natural…and I’m loving the natural for all those military looks planned for spring.

Vince Camuto “Aphrodite” Sandals
($119.95, Endless)

P.S.: Also available at NORDSTROM, Dillard’s, The Shoe Box.

Office “BASK IN GLORY” Cut-Out Booties

Also worthy of consideration are the “BASK IN GLORY” Cut-Out Booties by Office. Love this shoe for its Choo-like similarities (the buckle detail and opening at the ankle), and also for its daring differences (woven detail and trim). It’s also available in a delectable dark taupe that really showcases the lovely detail on these booties—you must click over to Office to see the 360-degree view. I’d even go so far as to say that I like the dark taupe better than the Choo booties. Now that speaks volumes, doesn’t it?

Office “BASK IN GLORY” Cut-Out Booties
(£85, Office)

Nothing says I’m dressed up like a ladylike, satin stiletto—and these Jimmy Choo Satin Peep-toe Pumps say that and then some. They are dressy, yes, but in a restrained, Upper East Side way. Can’t you just see Lily of Gossip Girl fluttering around a charity event in them?

Jimmy Choo Grant Satin Peep-toe Pumps
($895, Jimmy Choo)

RSVP “Monique” Satin Pumps

UPDATE (02/28/2010): RSVP has also a pump version that’s quite reminiscent of the Jimmy Choos. Available in blue, red, fuchsia, champagne & white satin.

RSVP “Monique” Satin Pumps
($94, Zappos)

Unlisted “Secret File” Satin Pumps

UPDATE (03/02/2010): Found yet another Jimmy Choo knockoff by Unlisted. These satin pumps however are closed and have a lower heel. They come in either black, purple (my favorite), ivory or white satin.

Unlisted “Secret File” Satin Pumps
($55, Zappos)

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

RSVP “Uma” Satin Slingback Pumps

UPDATE (02/26/2010): Randomly happened to stumble upon these Choo inspired slingbacks by RSVP. Not yet available in black, but blue, fuchsia, ivory & white satin are up for grabs.

RSVP “Uma” Satin Slingback Pumps
($93, Zappos)

Martinez Valero “Orli” Satin Peep-toe Pumps

While satin and jewels are de rigeur in the world of formal wear, thankfully, an $895 price tag is not. Next time you have a semi-formal or formal event, consider the “Orli” Satin Peep-toe Pump by Martinez Valero. Like those enviable Choos, the gleaming “Orli” exudes elegance, complete with that subtle bow-and-buckle detail. If we could get the fictional Lily to sport this pair as well, she’d have $735.05 left over to give to her pet charity. Available in black, blue, red, bronze, ivory & silver satin.

Martinez Valero “Orli” Satin Peep-toe Pumps
($159.95, Endless)

P.S.: Also available at Zappos, Jildor, Heels.com & Piperlime.

Every woman needs a pair of black evening sandals in her closet. The universal and versatile, chic but not too distracting kind of pair. The caged Jimmy Choo sandals below are a great example of said sandals. They can be worn with almost everything in a woman’s wardrobe: the classic LBD, a pantsuit, jeans, leggings… you name it. What a lovely and flattering style, don’t you agree?

Jimmy Choo Samoa Kid Sandals
($785, SOLD OUT)

Celebrities Love Jimmy Choo

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Vince Camuto “Solana” Sandals

UPDATE (02/28/2010): Here’s another obvious Jimmy Choo knockoff by Vince Camuto. Available in either black, orange or bronze snakeskin.

Vince Camuto “Solana” Sandals
($98, Dillard’s)

P.S.: Also available at Macy’s & Zappos.

Pelle Moda “Intrigue” Sandals

UPDATE (02/28/2010): Also stumbled upon these sandals by Pelle Moda. Available in black, platinum & pewter.

Pelle Moda “Intrigue” Sandals
($194.95, Endless)

P.S.: Also available at Jildor, NORDSTROM & Footnotes.

CARLOS by Carlos Santana “Flutter” Sandals

UPDATE (12/31/2009): Found a second, good alternative by CARLOS by Carlos Santana today.

CARLOS by Carlos Santana “Flutter” Sandals
($68.95, Zappos)

Pierre Dumas Lana-2 Sandals

If you covet the Jimmy Choo sandals, but don’t have the budget to spend hundreds of dollars on shoes, these caged sandals by Pierre Dumas will give you an almost identical look for a fraction of the price. Available in black, white and pewter.

Pierre Dumas Lana-2 Sandals
($40, Endless)

P.S.: Also available at Piperlime.

Don’t get me wrong: I LOVE ankle boots and all, but over the last 2 years or so I’ve become kind of sick seeing them worn with everything. Especially on the red carpet where young starlets seem to think it’s so super cool and edgy to pair chunky booties with a white frilly lace dress. Yeah, no one’s done THAT before, try-hard. Most of those girls fail when it comes to carrying off such a contrasting look.

That’s why I really appreciate when shoe designers take a different direction with the ankle bootie trend and make them look less bulky and less in-your-face. The Jimmy Choos below are a perfect example for such booties. They’re modern yet subtle, but still feminine.

Jimmy Choo Jedd Studded Booties
($1.250, NORDSTROM)

N.Y.L.A. “Kupa” Studded Eyelet Booties

UPDATE (02/08/2010): Found another great thought pricier Jimmy Choo alternative by N.Y.L.A.

N.Y.L.A. “Kupa” Studded Eyelet Booties
($124.95, Endless)

Liliana “Bandino” Studded Ankle Booties

These booties by Liliana are quite obviously a knockoff of the Jimmy Choos shown above. Don’t they look pretty awesome for $50 shoes? I think I even prefer these over the real Choos because of their rounder shape. Let alone the fact that of course I very much prefer their price which is way closer to my budget than the Choos. Another good thing: these booties also come in grey and purple (faux) suede.

Liliana “Bandino” Studded Ankle Booties
($49.90, FlyJane)

Luichiny “Passa Fy” Booties

While these studded booties by Luichiny might not be as close to the originals as the Liliana ones, I think it’s still very easy to see the inspiration behind these. They don’t have the eyelets and the upper material is faux leather instead of suede, but everything else screams “JIMMY CHOO“! Also available in brown.

Luichiny “Passa Fy” Booties
($98.95, Endless)

P.S.: Also available at Heels.com, LoveMyShoes & Shoebuy.

The first time I saw Jimmy Choo’s “Keenan” caged sandal I knew it would be lusted after. And boy was I right. Flocks of celebrities have been wearing this style and it didn’t take long to get me my first “Keenan” Real vs. Steal requests. But at that time there just weren’t any good alternatives available and I had to put the requests on hold. That was until today when I happened to stumble upon…

Jimmy Choo Keenan Caged Sandals
($500, MyTheresa)

Celebrities Love Jimmy Choo

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Jessica Simpson “Cesarini” Caged Sandals

… a pair of caged sandals by Jessica Simpson which look like a 100% copy of the Jimmy Choos except that these here have small studs on the straps. The heels come in either black or silver. I’m so happy I can finally offer a decent steal version for the Choos. Some girls will be very, very happy today.

Jessica Simpson “Cesarini” Caged Sandals
($88.95, Endless)

P.S.: Also available at Zappos, Onlineshoes.com and Dillard’s.

In the coming months, you can expect to see laser-cut designs, cutouts, and slashes on everything from jeans to dresses to accessories. The peek-a-boo look is alive and well, and a easy way to work it into your wardrobe is with a cutout ankle boot like the Kassidy by Jimmy Choo. Wearing a cutout boot or shoe is a safe way to channel the suggestive feeling of cutouts, without sending the wrong message.

Jimmy Choo Kassidy Cutout Ankle Boots
($695, Jimmy Choo)

Pierre Dumas Cage Heel Booties

HOT DEAL: Get 15% OFF your order at LuLu*s with our exclusive coupon code INTHEIRCLOSET. Offer valid until March 15th, 2010.

Wondering how cutout booties will work for you in real life? Test drive the look with a pair of Pierre Dumas Cage Heel Booties. They go with everything, they really do. Wear them with a tailored trouser and blouse to work, or with a wild, printed mini dress on the weekend. Plus, when you use the coupon code above, they’re practically free.

Pierre Dumas Cage Heel Booties
($38, LuLu*s)

I currently have an obsessive love affair with the color cobalt blue and I find myself putting everything blue I come across on my wish list. Check out this post I wrote on our sister blog Profashionelle where I show some of my cobalt blue obsessions. These crystal embellished Jimmy Choos will go right onto my christmas wish list. Unfortunately, I don’t know anyone being rich enough to buy these for me.

Jimmy Choo Satin Diamanté Platform Sandals
($1.095, SOLD OUT)

Celebrities Love Jimmy Choo

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Miss Me “Garnet-12″ Sandals

Although not available in the adorable cobalt blue color, these sandals by Miss Me will give you the identical look of the Jimmy Choos without the hefty price tag. I just love the vibrant red color and the fact that you can’t spot one single difference between these two pairs (except QUALITY of course). The heels come in an array of 4 colors including red (pictured), black, dusty pink and light gold.

Miss Me “Garnet-12″ Sandals
($39.95, Endless)

Back in June Heather Graham walked the red carpet of the Los Angeles premiere for “The Hangover” in a ravishing red satin dress by Dolce & Gabbana. The blonde actress was a total knockout in her corseted, body-con dress which she finished off with her favorite Jimmy Choo sandals and perfectly coiffed hair. Love it! This is one of my favorite red carpet looks this year.

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Bebe Perfect 10 Halter Dress

Bebe Perfect 10 Halter Dress
($149, Bebe)

Michael Antonio “Scottie” Sandals

Michael Antonio “Scottie” Sandals
($54.95, Endless)

Every woman should have at least one pair of strappy stiletto sandals in every basic color (like black, white, red, nude) because a strappy sandal makes a woman’s feet look instantly sexy. It sure isn’t easy walking around in high stiletto heels without looking like a squint-eyed, drunk stork, but once you have the hang of it, you’ll agree that it very well is worth the effort and pain. The Jimmy Choo sandals below would be a great investment if you are looking for high quality shoes.

Jimmy Choo Atlas Strappy Sandals
($525, theOutnet)

Celebrities Love Jimmy Choo

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Steve Madden SELLENA Strappy Sandals

Steve Madden’s Jimmy Choo Atlas interpretation is my favorite in terms of price & look. The strappy sandals come very close to the original Choos not only in shape, but also color. If you want a rather classic color, you can purchase them in black as well.

Steve Madden SELLENA Strappy Sandals
($77, Zappos)

P.S.: Steve Madden SELLENA sandals are also available at Endless.

Carlos By Carlos Santana Candy Sandal

I’m not so fond of the snakeskin print of these Jimmy Choo knockoffs by Carlos Santana, but the shape is almost identical, so I thought I’d mention them.

Carlos By Carlos Santana Candy Sandal
($56.69, Endless)

P.S.: Zappos has the same sandals in mocha taupe or black.

Miss Me Garnet Strappy Sandal

Another great knockoff alternative, although not available in a taupe or nude color, comes from Miss Me. The strappy sandals can be purchased for around $40 in either black, red, teal or fuchsia.

Miss Me Garnet Strappy Sandal
($39.95, Endless)

P.S.: LoveMyShoes also has the same sandals in black, fuchsia & black snakeskin.