If you are familiar with the fashion blogosphere I’m pretty sure you will all remember the studded Chloé ankle boots below as they’ve created quite a buzz among fashion bloggers in 2009. Even though they cost more than a grand, people bought them like crazy and the boots soon were sold out everywhere.

Chloé “Susan” Studded Ankle Boots
($1.235, MyTheresa)

P.S.: Also available at Farfetch, Saks, Barneys, NET-A-PORTER & NORDSTROM.

Chloé Pre-Fall 2008

The studded ankle boots were part of Chloé’s Pre-Fall 2008 collection and came in an array of colors like red, white, black and green (my personal favorite!).

Chloé Pre-Fall 2008

Kate Bosworth & Sienna Miller Love Chloé

Famous fashionistas Kate Bosworth and Sienna Miller both sported the studded ankle boots in red. Kate was literally obsessed with those boots and wore them whenever possible last year. And can we blame her? They are so cute and both women looked absolutely fabulous wearing them, didn’t they?

GoJane Microstud Buckle Booties

UPDATE (05/21/2012): For all the budget-conscious Chloé fans out there, here’s a fab and steal-worthy Susan boot look-a-like by GoJane which comes in 4 different colors. Use promo code “GJSHIP60” to get free shipping on your $60+ order!

GoJane Microstud Buckle Booties
($49, GoJane)

Office “Nighthawk” Stud Booties

UPDATE (04/12/2012): Good news! Office’s “Nighthawk” boots are back in stock! But you better hurry, these shoes are flying off the shelves!

ITC reader Mat gave us a heads-up on these Chloé Susan boot look-a-like by Office. It sure looks like the identical sister of Office’s “Manic” boot which sold out a year ago or so. Available in black or brown.

Office “Nighthawk” Stud Booties
(£80, Office)

Office Manic Stud Strap Boots

UPDATE (05/19/2010): Office have just restocked their awesome, almost identical Chloé knockoffs for the 4th time and reduced the price by £15. If you missed out on these in the past, this is probably your last chance to get hold of these booties.

Office Manic Stud Strap Boots
(£85, Office)

Jeffrey Campbell “Starburst” Studded Booties

Free People always seems to get the best Jeffrey Campbell knockoffs. First they got the awesome Ann Deumeulemeester lace-up boots and now they sell knockoffs of the iconic Chloé studded ankle boots (Free People call this style “Northern Lights” while JC and other retailers named it “Starburst”). Don’t they look almost identical? The heel is a bit off, but the studs and buckles are pretty close to the original. The only downsides are that the Jeffrey Campbell studded booties don’t come in red and retail for not so affordable $198. But the boots are available in black, white and brown, so if you always wanted a budget-friendlier alternative, these Jeffrey Campbell knockoffs are probably your last and only chance as the Chloé booties are a couple of seasons old now.

Jeffrey Campbell “Starburst” Studded Booties
($149.95, Solestruck)

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Leave it to Christian Louboutin to make loafers look at least somewhat attractive to me. I’m not saying I love these nor would I spend almost a grand on them, but the silver spikes do make these less old man looking and give it a Michael Jackson coolness instead. As you can see below this shoe knows no age and gender; it gets worn by rebellious celebrity teens, newly-wed brides and egocentric dudes likewise.

Christian Louboutin Rollerball Loafers
($995, Saks)

Celebrities Love Christian Louboutin

ALDO “Blye” Studded Loafers

UPDATE (05/21/2012): Just came across another CL Rollerball look-a-like. These studded loafers by ALDO come in black, white and nude leather and cost a reasonable $80.

ALDO “Blye” Studded Loafers
($80, Amazon)

The Damned “Pyr St Man” Spiked Loafers

UPDATE (03/30/2012): And here we go again. Another great Louboutin Rollerball alternative. These spiked loafers by The Damned not only come in black but also nude & red.

The Damned “Pyr St Man” Spiked Loafers
($179.95, Solestruck)

Steve Madden “STUDLYY” Spiked Loafers

UPDATE (03/19/2012): Came across another great Christian Louboutin Rollerball look-a-like. This one is by Steve Madden and it comes in either black, silver or gold.

Steve Madden “STUDLYY” Spiked Loafers
($99.95, Endless)

P.S.: Also available at Zappos, Steve Madden, Lord & Taylor, Jildor & NORDSTROM.

Unif “Hellraiser” Spiked Loafers

UPDATE (08/17/2011): Check out this spike-encrusted CL Rollerball knockoff by Unif. So sick, right?! Available in black or pink (!!!).

Unif “Hellraiser” Spiked Loafers
($164.95, Solestruck)

P.S.: Also available at Karmaloop.

Matiko “Lee” Studded Loafers

UPDATE (08/17/2011): Found an updated version of Matiko‘s “Leila” called “Lee”. Snake embossed leather all covered up by black spikey studs. Yum! Also available in leopard print.

Matiko “Lee” Studded Loafers
($132, Endless)

P.S.: Also available at ShopAKIRA & Solestruck.

Matiko “Leila” Studded Loafers

So I can’t love each and every shoe under the sun and that’s OK because I know some of you will be all over these studded loafers. For all of you who can’t afford the Louboutins, Matiko has an amazingly twin-like knockoff named “Leila”. Now don’t be shy, say hi!

Matiko “Leila” Studded Loafers
($119.95, Solestruck)

Charles Albert New 1551 Studded Loafers

Shortly after publishing this post I came across these white studded loafers by Charles Albert. Clearly an ode to Monsieur Louboutin, these will give you the same look for a mere 30 bucks. Unfortunately only limited sizes are left.

Charles Albert New 1551 Studded Loafers
($29.95, Endless)

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For the red sole collectors with an urban sense of style, these kicks by Christian Louboutin screamed “Take me home tonight,” (before they were completely sold out)! Stars are being spotted out and about wearing more high tops than ever, and leading the pack is the beautiful, trendsetting Rihanna. If this is your favorite kind of footwear, or you just love to live in the limelight, wear them with shorts or skinny jeans to really show them off. For the red sole admirers, there is another set of shiny silver spikes waiting for you… so scroll down to see what we found!

Christian Louboutin Louis Studded Hi-Top Sneakers
($785, SOLD OUT)

Rihanna Loves Christian Louboutin

Steve Madden “TWYNKLE” Spiked Sneakers

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If comfortable shoes are your thing, and trendsetting is your mission… don’t miss a beat and snag this pair by Steve Madden so you can begin channeling your inner Rock-’n-Roll goddess. Especially because even at $785, the real deal is already sold out everywhere. While at $149, the pair below isn’t exactly a bargain, but they are still a steal considering the material, craftsmanship and apparent attention to detail. Not sure about how the grey pair will look for summer? They are also available in white leather!

Steve Madden “TWYNKLE” Spiked Sneakers
($149.95, Steve Madden)

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With this nice weather finally streaming in, the sandal phenomenon has grown to new heights, literally. These crisscross sandals by Loeffler Randall are particularly interesting, and have been seen worn by both Leighton Meester on the set of Gossip Girl and Emma Watson. However, what I absolutely love about these sandals is that they are in pure form of versatility. Leighton sports a more preppy look than Emma who is on the complete opposite side of the spectrum with her rocker-esque ensemble. I truly love both looks, especially how well these “Paige” sandals are being worn. Though the price is beyond my budget, that doesn’t mean I shouldn’t indulge in the steal below.

Loeffler Randall Paige Crisscross Mesh & Leather Sandals
($550, Saks)

P.S.: Also available at Endless & Footnotes.

Celebrities Love Loeffler Randall

Nine & Co. “Moonlite” Wedge Sandals

Although these “Moonlight” Sandals by Nine & Co. are in wedge form, they preserve the most significant aspect of the sandals above. That is of course the crisscross detailing, which is practically identical to the real deal. Plus, these are only $40 so one doesn’t feel guilty about splurging on a pair of out-of-budget designer shoes. Ultimately, you can still keep the versatile feature in addition to the comfortable wedge heel without spending too much.

Nine & Co. “Moonlite” Wedge Sandals
($40, JCPenney)

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I used to associate cap-toe shoes with old ladies and always found them to be aging. However, lately I’ve seen quite a few outstanding examples which I wouldn’t mind wearing myself. Case in point: these simple black pointed pumps with a gold cap-toe by Yves Saint Laurent. That’s sophistication and elegance unified! It’s quite the understated shoe with just the right amount of extravagance! And a hefty price tag, of course! It is YSL after all.

Yves Saint Laurent Opyum Pointed Cap-Toe Pumps
($675, MyTheresa)

P.S.: Also available in other colors at NET-A-PORTER & Farfetch.

Celebrities Love Yves Saint Laurent

ASOS PLUTO Point Court Shoes with Gold Toe Cap

If you’re looking for the same level of sophistication in a shoe but don’t want to spend a small fortune, these ASOS heels might just be what you were looking for. They have the same look but come at a much nicer price. Score! Available in black as shown below or a just as lovely natural snake version.

ASOS PLUTO Point Court Shoes with Gold Toe Cap
($109.07, ASOS)

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If there was ever a way to wear animal print and look both modern yet elegant, it’s with these faded leopard print jeans by Current/Elliott. They seem to convey a sense of confidence without being overly flashy. Wear them with a simple, solid-color top in a neutral such as white or black and keep your accessories paired down to just one standout piece such as an oversized watch or cocktail ring. Can’t think about spending $200 on a pair of printed jeans? That’s OK, we have a great option for those of us who love denim, but just want to have a little fun with this trend. Check out the details below!

Current/Elliott The Stiletto Leopard Print Skinny Jeans
($198, Shopbop)

P.S.: Also available at Boutique To You, REVOLVEClothing, NET-A-PORTER, Farfetch, Singer22, Barneys, My-Wardrobe, Stylebop, NORDSTROM & Bloomingdale’s.

Celebrities Love Current/Elliott

Almost Famous Leopard Skinny Jean

UPDATE (05/05/2012): Found another amazing and super budget-friendly alternative by Almost Famous for under $40.

Almost Famous Leopard Skinny Jean
($39.90, Alloy)

Vanilla Star Leopard Print Skinny Jeans

It’s amazing what Vanilla Star for Target has to offer in the jeans category, and this low-rise pair is no exception. For only a tenth of the price, you can get the same posh designer look the celebrities simply adore. And if you’re trying to decide what shoes to wear with it, you’ll have so many options because the cropped length will work with cute sandals, wedges, pumps, or booties! Just make sure you add a little bit of a heel, as these will definitely bring all kinds of attention to your lower half.

Vanilla Star Leopard Print Skinny Jeans
($22.99, Target)

Arden B. Leopard Print Skinny Jeans

And as if our finds could get any better, Arden B. has an awesome version as well! Although a little bit more expensive than the pair above, they are still pretty affordable and fit like a glove. The secret is always a little bit of stretch in the fabric, and what a difference it makes! So if these are exactly the jeans you’ve been dreaming of, grab your sexiest heels and get ready to roar.

Arden B. Leopard Print Skinny Jeans
Style Number: 46410511
($48.99, Arden B.)

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Acne‘s “Pistol” ankle boot is pretty much the “It” shoe of the fashion blogosphere because it’s either in every style blogger’s wardrobe or at least on their wish list. Apparently the appeal is partly due to the fact that Acne makes great quality footwear and most bloggers say they were totally worth the investment. At first I didn’t really see why these simple boots were so highly coveted, but the more I look at them the more I start to like them.

Acne Pistol Short Boots
($570, Shopbop)

P.S.: Also available at MyTheresa, Farfetch, Kurt Geiger, Matches, Browns Fashion.

Celebrities Love Acne

ZiGiny “Creative” Booties

UPDATE (05/04/2012): And here’s yet another fab Acne Pistol look-a-like. These faux leather booties by ZiGiny are a great alternative if you’re on a tight budget.

ZiGiny “Creative” Booties
($79.95, Endless)

Steve Madden “PARADOXX” Ankle Boots

UPDATE (03/07/2012): The Holy Grail has been found! Finally! I really don’t think you’ll ever find a better Acne Pistol boot look-a-like than these almost identical Steve Madden zip ankle boots. I even hyperventilated a little when I first saw them on the Steve Madden website. You better make your order ASAP because I’m 100% certain these are going to sell very, very well. Use promo code “SMSPRING15” to get 15% OFF + Free Shipping on your order of $75 or more! Offer valid until 06/30/12. With this discount the boots will cost you $135.96 only!

Steve Madden “PARADOXX” Ankle Boots
($159.95, Steve Madden)

Kurt Geiger “Sweep” Ankle Boots

UPDATE (03/07/2012): Found yet another Acne Pistol boot alternative. This one by UK footwear brand Kurt Geiger and it’s currently on sale for £125!

Kurt Geiger “Sweep” Ankle Boots
(£125, Kurt Geiger)

Vagabond “Dee” Ankle Boots

UPDATE (02/05/2012): Just came across another fantastic bunch of Acne Pistol boot look-a-likes by Vagabond. Love them all and the fair price of $129.95!

Vagabond “Dee” Ankle Boots
($129.95, Solestruck)

P.S.: Also available at Zalando.de.

Dorothy Perkins Zip Ankle Boots

UPDATE (12/15/2011): Another chic British Acne look-a-like by Dorothy Perkins. Available in black or tan faux leather.

Dorothy Perkins Zip Ankle Boots
(£20, Dorothy Perkins)

BP. “Trolley” Ankle Boots

UPDATE (12/05/2011): One of our readers, JRD, found this super similar Pistol boot look-a-like by BP. which costs a little under $100 and is available in either black or chocolate. Thanks for the great find, JRD!

BP. “Trolley” Ankle Boots
($99.95, NORDSTROM)

Matisse “Presley” Booties

UPDATE (12/05/2011): Found yet another fab and budget-friendly Acne Pistol boot alternative. These booties by Matisse will give you the same rough look but cost less than $110! Yay! Available in black, stone and brown.

Matisse “Presley” Booties
($107.20, Endless)

P.S.: Also available at Shoes.com, Famous Footwear, Onlineshoes.com & Free People.

Office “Nikita” Zip Ankle Boots

UPDATE (12/01/2011): And here we go again! The next Pistol knockoff is kindly presented to you by British footwear brand Office for the sweet price of £70! Available in black and brown.

Office “Nikita” Zip Ankle Boots
(£70, Office)

KG by Kurt Geiger “Willow” Booties

UPDATE (11/30/2011): And here’s another British Acne look-a-like coming from KG by Kurt Geiger. Available in both black and taupe leather.

KG by Kurt Geiger “Willow” Booties
(£150, Javari.co.uk)

P.S.: Also available at ASOS, Kurt Geiger & House of Fraser.

ALDO “Crisson” Ankle Boots

UPDATE (11/15/2011): A big thank you to ITC reader horangi113 for letting us know about yet another great Acne Pistol knockoff. This one’s by ALDO and it comes in black or beige.

ALDO “Crisson” Ankle Boots
($89.98, Amazon)

P.S.: Also available at 6pm.

Dolce Vita “Jax” Booties

UPDATE (11/15/2011): Woohoo, found another fantastic though slightly pricey Acne boot alternative. These Dolce Vita tassel booties come in either black, brown or cognac. They’re selling pretty quick, so you better hurry if you fancy this boot style. P.S.: I bought these booties recently and now am pretty much wearing them to death! Big shoe love here!

Dolce Vita “Jax” Booties
($151.60, Endless)

P.S.: Also available at 6pm, Zappos, Singer22, Shoes.com, Solestruck, Free People, Saks & Bloomingdale’s.

Steve Madden “SPINNNER” Ankle Boots

UPDATE (11/10/2011): Found a second, more exact Acne Pistol knockoff by Steve Madden named “SPINNNER”. Available in either black or brown leather. 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 “SPINNNER” Ankle Boots
($79.98, Steve Madden)

Steve Madden “ARLING” Ankle Boots

UPDATE (10/25/2011): Just stumbled upon Steve Madden‘s interpretation of the Acne Pistol boot. Available in either black or cognac leather. 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 “ARLING” Ankle Boots
($79.98, Steve Madden)

Topshop “AMBUSH” Side Zip Boots

Thank Topshop for bringing Acne to the masses. Their Pistol boot look-a-like is almost just as fabulous as the original and I’m currently debating whether I should try these boots myself to see if they can become my go-to ankle boots for this Fall and Winter. Also check out the other colors and variations of the “AMBUSH” boot here.

Topshop “AMBUSH” Side Zip Boots
($150, Topshop)

Bronx “E Lusion” Ankle Boots

If you’re willing to spend a bit more Bronx also has a really great Acne Pistol boot look-a-like for a little less than $190.

Bronx “E Lusion” Ankle Boots
($99.99, Endless)

Nelly Shoes “Low Clara” Ankle Boots

If your budget does not allow for a big splurge and you’re living in the EU, you can get your Acne Pistol fashion fix at Nelly. They have a fab Acne Pistol boot look-a-like for under £50/€50, but be aware that these here are faux leather.

Nelly Shoes “Low Clara” Ankle Boots
(£47.50/€48.50, Nelly)

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I can just imagine these dainty yet vibrant suede pumps by Christian Louboutin as part of the incredibly chic wardrobe of Doris Day’s Character, Jan Morrow, in the 1959 movie, “Pillow Talk“. She would have paired them with a matching bag and a lovely camel suit and coat. But coordinating our accessories isn’t really the style anymore, and with what you’re spending on this pair, you probably need to maximize their mileage. Not all that convinced of how often you’d wear these but love them dearly? Then snatch up our very cool steal below!

Christian Louboutin Ron Ron Suede Pumps
($625, Shop Savannahs)

Celebrities Love Christian Louboutin

Ivanka Trump “Amoro” Pumps

I already have plans to wear these statement heels by Ivanka Trump with my jeans and white oxford skirt, my navy pencil skirt and light blue blouse, and my grey cocktail dress (which is a bit more unexpected than black)! This particular color is quite transferable, seeing how well it goes with the classic neutral shades in most of our closets. But the best part is the price! This style comes in an array of different colors and finishes, so go ahead and get a neutral pair as well.

Ivanka Trump “Amoro” Pumps
($120, Endless)

P.S.: Also available at Zappos, Heels.com, Ivanka Trump, Shoes.com, Bloomingdale’s & Macy’s.

J.Crew “Mona” Suede Pumps

One of our loyal readers, Patience, has given us heads-up about another great Louboutin alternative which is available at J.Crew. The “Mona” pump is a little more expensive, but the fun colors (e.g. yellow) make more than up for it I think.

J.Crew “Mona” Suede Pumps
($198, J.Crew)

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This structured satchel handbag by Chloé struck my eye as soon as I saw it. It’s a combination of dark leather with a feminine and ladylike shape. Truly a staple, it can be paired with anything whether one is simply strutting down the streets or heading out to a fancy evening occasion. One of my favorite aspects of this satchel is the gold metal clasp, due to its simple yet beautiful ornamentation. The price tag, however, is certainly questionable and generally unaffordable for the everyday woman. Nevertheless, the look-a-like may steal you away!

Chloé Elsie Medium Satchel
(£880, Selfridges)

P.S.: Also available at Neiman Marcus, NET-A-PORTER, Harrods & Saks.

Style Bloggers & Celebrities Love Chloé

Urban Expressions “Noel” Bag

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First off, this “Noel” handbag by Urban Expressions is already one my favorites because of the hardware detailing. I admire all handbags that are nicely structured and have understated metal hardware. Mimicking a similar silhouette and overall concept of the real deal above, it’s hard to believe that this handbag is only $65! As much as I love the black version below, there truly is something spectacular about the navy faux leather option with gold-tone appliqué!

Urban Expressions “Noel” Bag
($65, Baghaus)

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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
(~$1.700, SOLD OUT)

Celebrities Love Céline

BagInc “Lana” Leather Shoulder Bag

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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
($109, BagInc)

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