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Ever seen a shoe being described as rock ‘n roll meets summer? The combination does sound a bit odd, but I think this perfectly sums up these lovely studded wedges by Sergio Zelcer. The gold studs on the platform will play up your inner rockstar while the knotted front and the wedge make these beauties ideal candidates for wearing in the summer. Don’t think black shoes will work with your summer wardrobe? They also come in bone and buttery brown as well.
Sergio Zelcer Delicious Wedges
($159, Endless)
by Irina on April 13, 2010
There are shoes… and there are SHOES! The first time I laid my eyes on Christian Louboutin‘s “Années Folles“, a gorgeous d’Orsay satin pump with gold lattice details on the back and front with a sky-high 5.5″ heel, I knew it was one of those mad crushes you’ll never get rid of. And boy, was I right… I cyberstalked these lustworthy heels on a weekly basis knowing I couldn’t afford them anyway, but that didn’t affect my adoration one bit and since love knows no borders I was completely lost forever. And just when I thought I couldn’t want these any more I saw Jennifer Lopez and Dita von Teese strutting their stuff wearing these Loubies and looking drop-dead gorgeous doing so! I seriously can’t wait for the first knockoffs to pop up (let’s hope they’ll be able to replicate all those delicate details without messing them up or making them look cheap).
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Christian Louboutin Années Folles D’Orsay Satin Pumps
Christian Louboutin Années Folles D’Orsay Satin Pumps
($1.095, NET-A-PORTER)
by Celine on March 29, 2010
Azzedine Alaïa is an inspired clothes designer, but I think he’s an even better shoe designer. Devotees seem to hoard his footwear like each pair is the last. Alaïa counts many celebrities as fans but our favorite starlets seem to favor one pair of his shoes in particular: the Ankle Strap Platform Sandals. They have delightful lattice-like cut-away detailing and a 70s retro vibe. The black color is divine, of course, but the cerise has my heart (just look how great they look paired with black stockings on Miroslava Duma, below). You’ll be paying for that style, however: these sandals retail for about $660 and are sold out anyway.
Azzedine Alaïa Ankle Strap Platform Sandals
(£490, SOLD OUT)
Celebrities Love Azzedine Alaïa
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GUESS “Tank” Platform Sandals
If you love the look of the Alaïas but, like me, can’t afford them, GUESS has come out with their version of the Ankle Strap Platform Sandal. Their red color appears to be more on the side of burnt orange but the lattice cut-away is dead-on, as is the adorable peep-toe. GUESS has added a T-strap to their copy, which some women might find is actually more flattering to their legs than just having an ankle-strap. These GUESS “Tank” sandals are also available in medium and dark brown as well as black and come with a reasonable price tag of $98.95.
GUESS “Tank” Platform Sandals
($98.95, Endless)
P.S.: Also available at Heels.com.
Vince Camuto “Paula” Peep-toe Sandals
If the GUESS sandals aren’t quite doing it for you (I don’t know, maybe you hate T-straps!), we thought these Vince Camuto “Paula” sandals were also a great alternative to the Alaïas. They have the same great cut-aways (minus the perforated edges), a platform front (with triangle detailing, just like the originals) and a retro-inspired chunky heel. These will run you only slightly more than the GUESS sandals, which is to say a helluva lot less than the Azzedine Alaïas.
Vince Camuto “Paula” Peep-toe Sandals
($114.95, Endless)
P.S.: Also available in black & brown at Dillard’s
.
by Irina on December 7, 2009
UPDATE: This post has been updated on February 12, 2010. Scroll down to see the new add.
Giuseppe Zanotti must be one of the most talked-about designers here on this blog (closely followed by Christian Louboutin and Christophe Decarnin for Balmain). I know you might be bored with this kind of brand overexposure and I am thoroughly sorry if you are, but I can’t help it. I just LOVE his shoes. I obsess over and dream about them. The steep price of a real Giuseppe Zanotti shoe however is nothing but a nightmare to me. Not everyone was born with a silver spoon in the mouth, Mr. Zanotti!
Giuseppe Zanotti Twisted Wrap Heels
($795, SOLD OUT)
Celebrities Love Giuseppe Zanotti
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Frederick’s Wraparound Ankle Cuff Sandals
UPDATE (02/12/2010): Found an even cheaper super awesome alternative by Frederick’s.
Frederick’s Wraparound Ankle Cuff Sandals
($49, Frederick’s)
Kelsi Dagger “Justina” Ankle Wrap Pumps
Kelsi Dagger have a great and affordable alternative if you are craving the Giuseppe Zanotti heels, but can’t warm up to the price. These ankle wrap heels retail for a much lower $80 (sale price) while still giving you the designer shoe look. Thanks to Yolanda for mailing me this find!
Kelsi Dagger “Justina” Ankle Wrap Pumps
($79.72, Endless)
P.S.: Also available at Heels.com. Use our exclusive coupon code INTHEIRCLOSET to get 15% OFF!
by Irina on November 11, 2009
Well, as you may or may not know I am happily addicted to shoes and one of my fave shoe designers is mastermind Giuseppe Zanotti whose designs never fail to amaze me. Half of my wish list consists of his creations and these nautical inspired cork platform sandals were on top of this list for at least half a year. They originally retailed for $695, but even though they’re on sale now they are a) not my size and b) still too expensive for me.
Giuseppe Zanotti E95015 Navy Striped Cork Sandals
($363.90, Endless)
Nine West “Cawley” Cork Platform Sandals
Now look at these babies by Nine West! Think you see double? No, you don’t. Nine West’s “Cawley” Sandals are an almost identical copy of the above shown Giuseppe Zanotti patriotic sandals. I was so excited when I spotted these amazing, budget-friendly alternative. They come so close to the originals it’s almost illegal. 
LOVE. LOVE. LOVE!
Nine West “Cawley” Cork Platform Sandals
($88.95, Endless)
P.S.: Also available at Zappos
, Nine West
& Macy’s
. UK fans can get these for £75 at Kurt Geiger
& House of Fraser
.
