Real vs. Steal – Sergio Rossi Dakota Woven Booties

UPDATE: This post has been updated on March 07, 2010. Scroll down to see the new add.

It’s been about a year but I am now fully committed to the open-toe bootie look. I think it’s the versatility that gets me – they look equally as great with a skirt or dress as they do with pants. These Sergio Rossi Dakota booties are the perfect new addition to the trend. The basket-weave and pale wooden heel scream spring (get here, already!) but the dark leather glides you effortlessly into fall. I think these hot booties would look awesome with bare legs but also beautiful with colored tights. Unfortunately with a hefty price tag of $366 (sale price!) those outfit ideas are merely a day-dream.

Sergio Rossi Dakota Woven Booties
($366, Zappos)

Michael Antonio “Matteo” Woven Ankle Boots

UPDATE (02/28/2010): Just happened to stumble upon these Sergio Rossi inspired booties by Michael Antonio. Me likey! Available in black, tan, beige & turquoise (my favorite!).

Michael Antonio “Matteo” Woven Ankle Boots
($71.95, Endless)

P.S.: Also available at Piperlime.

Boutique 9 “Yashi” Huarache Pumps

I was psyched when I happened upon these Boutique 9 heels. While slightly more of a pump than a bootie, these shoes totally embody the spirit of the Sergio Rossis. Some of you may actually also prefer the black heel to the tan of the originals. Available in both tan and black, I picture these worn with a full skirt and a brightly-colored printed top.

Boutique 9 “Yashi” Huarache Pumps
($149.95, Endless)

P.S.: Also available at Zappos and Nine West & Shopbop.

N.Y.L.A. “Writhe” Huarache Pumps

For those of you that liked the deep brown color of the originals but not the price, this version by N.Y.L.A. might be perfect for you. These booties are slightly more rugged than the Dakotas but they also are considerably cheaper and still have that great basket-weave look. With a myriad of colors to choose from, you can’t go wrong.

N.Y.L.A. “Writhe” Huarache Pumps
($110.95, Endless)

Tagged as: Ankle Booties, Ankle Boots, Black, Booties, Boutique 9, Huarache, Michael Antonio, N.Y.L.A., Open-toe, Peep-toe, Woven

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