by Vahni on July 29, 2010
YSL. In my head, that stands for yummy shoes, love!—and these Essentiel T-Strap Sandals by Yves Saint Laurent are a stellar example why. Have you ever seen a heel like that? Totally swoon-worthy. And with a price tag of $895 it’s not just the heel that has me gasping for air. Dang.
Yves Saint Laurent Essentiel T-Strap Sandals
($448, Madison LA)
P.S.: Also available at Matches Fashion
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Kate Hudson Loves YSL
Bebe “Iris” Architectural Sandals
Question: Is it blasphemy to think a Bebe sandal looks better than the shoe it was inspired by? Because if loving the Bebe “Iris” architectural sandal more than YSL is wrong, I don’t want to be right. Although Iris is not a t-strap, she does have that architectural heel, and blessings be, the price is also well under two bills. From the moment I spotted this shoe it has been haunting me. I waitlisted myself for it, got my notification, and they are currently en route to me. If they look half as good in real life, you’ll be seeing them again in a photo…on my feet. Available in dark gold and black.
Bebe “Iris” Architectural Sandals
($159, Bebe)
by Vahni on July 28, 2010
Is there anything more feminine than a pretty pink heel? The first time I ever encountered a pink heel, it was on a Barbie—well, before she was shod in Louboutins, of course—and since Barbie is the ultimate girlie girl, I think the answer is most definitely YES! These pink suede Sergio Rossi peep-toes indulge the grown-up Barbie girl in all of us, don’t they?
Sergio Rossi Cachet Peep-toe Suede Slingback Pumps
($695, SOLD OUT)
P.S.: Available in peach suede at The Shoe Box
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Celebrities Love Sergio Rossi
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Bebe Neve Snakeskin Platform Heels
Do the Sergio Rossi Cachet Peep-toe Suede Slingback Pumps have your heart skipping a beat? They certainly had that effect on me. And at $695, yeah, well, my heart felt that too. But it’s all moot since these lovelies are gone, baby, gone. Instead, feast your eyes on these Neve Snakeskin Platform Heels by Bebe. They’re available in fuchsia, blue suede, or black leather. Ken not included.
Bebe Neve Snakeskin Platform Heels
($149, Bebe)
by Irina on July 12, 2010
UPDATE: This post has been updated on June 24, 2010. Scroll down to read the news.
OK, my fellow frugal fashionistas. Remember when I told you about some great YSL Tribtoo pumps knockoffs many, many moons ago? Well, if you haven’t ordered yet, you might be the luckiest shoe lover on earth. Why? Because I have found the best YSL Tribtoo (or Trib Two?) knockoffs EVER! And I do mean what I say. Look at the original YSL pump. Perfection! I’m still in love with these shoes even if it seems each D-List celebrity owns a pair now.
YSL Tribtoo Platform Pumps
($795, YSL)
Pour La Victoire “Irina” Platform Pumps
UPDATE (07/12/2010): OK, so I might be slightly biased to call these Pour La Victoire platform pumps the best YSL Tribtoo knockoffs because of the name, but even though these here are more tamed I’m still over-the-moon in love with these lustworthy heels. Available in black or taupe patent.
Pour La Victoire “Irina” Platform Pumps
($245, Zappos)
P.S.: Also available at Jildor
, Endless
& Shopbop
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Bebe “Liza” Leather Platform Pumps
UPDATE (06/24/2010): Another big OMG! Bebe’s YSL Tribtoo knockoffs are finally back after six long months. If you always wanted a real leather high-class knockoff these are your best bet. They’re available in classic black, pink or ivory.
And now feast your eyes on these amazing YSL knockoffs by Bebe. This is probably the closest you’ll ever come to the real deal with a $149 budget. Huge knockoff crush potential! They are currently available in black & red leather, pristine, patent tortoise shell and leopard print.
Bebe “Liza” Leather Platform Pumps
($149, Bebe)
Wet Seal Round Toe Platform Pumps
UPDATE (06/01/2010): OMG! OMG! OMG! Thank God, another restock by Wet Seal. Grab their awesome YSL Tribtoo look-a-likes in black or pink or miss out on these forever! You better hurry!
When I checked out the new arrivals on Wet Seal today I jumped out of my seat. They’ve added a pair of platform pumps that are so close to the YSL Tribtoos and cost only $24.50?! This must be DEAL OF THE MONTH or so. The pumps are currently available in black and pink and if I were you I’d snag both colors NOW because these heels will go fast. Click on the link below and navigate to the shoes section or enter style number “41684603” in the search field to find the YSL knockoffs on their website.
Wet Seal Round Toe Platform Pumps
Style #: 41684603
($24.50, Wet Seal)
by Irina on June 23, 2010
UPDATE: This post has been updated on June 23, 2010. Scroll down to see the new add.
First things first: I’m so sorry for not having posted over the weekend, but I’ve been out of town for the weekend because of my cousin’s wedding, so that’s my lame excuse, OK? Anyway, I am desperately looking for the perfect hybrid between a sandal and a bootie to wear on chilly summer nights. The “Rasta” cutout bootie/sandal by L.A.M.B. looks promising, but the $350 price is a big turn-off.
L.A.M.B. Rasta Open Toe Cutout Booties
($266, DJPremium)
Celebrities Love L.A.M.B.
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BCBGeneration “Jules” T-Strap Sandals
UPDATE (06/23/2010): I didn’t expect to find any more knockoffs of the L.A.M.B. heels above, but BCBGeneration just came out with a very inspired-by version. These are available in black, tan & pewter.
BCBGeneration “Jules” T-Strap Sandals
($109.95, Endless)
P.S.: Also available at Piperlime
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Bebe “Adele” Snake Trimmed Booties
UPDATE (07/31/2009): Just found another great and affordable L.A.M.B. look-a-like by Bebe called “Adele”.
Bebe’s “Adele” bootie is not as spot-on as the Steve Madden version, but you can still see where they draw their inspiration from. I much prefer the heel of this knockoff version though, so grab them while you can.
Bebe Adele Snake Trimmed Bootie
($159, Bebe)
Steve Madden “PERSIS” Open Toe Booties
You can always count on Steve Madden to deliver some great L.A.M.B. knockoffs just like this one. The heels is slightly different, but everything else looks pretty much the same.
Steve Madden “PERSIS” Open Toe Booties
(84.98, Steve Madden)
by Celine on June 7, 2010
UPDATE: This post has been updated on June 07, 2010. Scroll down to see the new add.
Guess what, folks? New wedges! I hope you’re not getting sick of them, because I’m not. I’ll keep writing about them until you start sending me threatening notes, OK? I think these Christian Loboutin Macarena Chain Link Wedges are probably among the better wedges we’ve featured here. Oh, and they also fall into the espadrille category! Two birds, one stone. I love how the chain detailing gives them a tough edge but the shoe as a whole has a vaguely nautical vibe. Quite the juxtaposition. Another juxtaposition? The price vs. my wallet.
Christian Loboutin Macarena Chain Link Wedges
(£395, Browns Fashion)
P.S.: Also available at LUISAVIAROMA
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Celebrities Love Christian Louboutin
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Dollhouse “Dria” Chain Wedge Sandals
UPDATE (06/07/2010): Found yet another super similar Macarena look-a-like by Dollhouse. Quite awesome, aren’t they?
Dollhouse “Dria” Chain Wedge Sandals
($59, Dollhouse)
P.S.: Also available at Torrid
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Apple Bottoms “Jazz” Wedges
UPDATE (05/28/2010): Now I know these wedge sandals by Apple Bottoms are rather of the inspired by-kind than blatant knockoffs, but I wanted to include them here anyway. Available in gold or silver.
Apple Bottoms “Jazz” Wedges
($69, Shoes.com)
Bebe Thea Chain Espadrilles
Yes! Yes! YES! Sorry, don’t mind me, I’m just overly enthusiastic by our steal pick. Oh, Bebe, will you marry me? What’s that? You’re already taken? How awkward. But really, guys, how perfect are these Thea Chain Espadrilles? They are identical to the Louboutin wedges (minus the chain placement), but oh so much more affordable. If you like these I suggest you pick them up quickly; Bebe’s knockoffs tend to sell out fast. Available in black, white & tan.
Bebe Thea Chain Espadrilles
($129, Bebe)
Animal prints. They can be a dangerous thing for women; nothing spells C-R-A-Z-Y like too much print on your person or in your house. But sometimes you can’t blame a girl for not being able to get enough, because all that tiger, and zebra, and cheetah…oh my! There’s just something about it that makes you feel exotic and wild.
Animal Print Heels – Designer Edition
You know here at InTheirCloset, we love you ladies, and we want to help all of you put your best foot forward. Especially one shod in a Wang Alla wedge—the only exception to the one print, one piece rule. Since prints are quite potent, the easiest way to ensure sartorial success is to limit that zip of zebra to your shoes. So we’ve rounded up the leaders of the designer pack, for your inspiration and fascination…
Go Shopping:
- D&G Leopard Print Pumps
, $599
- Jimmy Choo Megan Zebra Sandals
, $1.195
- Giuseppe Zanotti I96240 Leopard Print Wedges
, $299
- L.A.M.B. Dawna Zebra Pumps
, $329
- Alexander Wang Alla Leopard-Print Wedges Mules
, $949
- Christian Louboutin Peanut 70 Ponyskin Wedges
, $845
Animal Print Heels – Budget Edition
Of course, if your budget is more Jeffrey than Jimmy, there is a plethora of purrrfect prints out there. A spectacular selection, indeed. I’ll have a #4 and a #18 please? Ooh, and a #9 on the side. Happy shopping, ladies!
Go Shopping:
- Dune Jiraffe Platform Court Shoes
, $143.73
- Torrid Wildcat Photo Print System Heels
, $39
- Naughty Monkey “Flaunt It” Wedge Sandals
, $68.21
- MICHAEL by Michael Kors “Violet” Espadrilles, $135
- Steve Madden “KENSLEY” Zebra-Print Flats
, $79.95
- Betsey Johnson “Astra” Sandals
, $119.99
- Yellow Box “Sabrina” Cheetah Flats
, $74.95
- Jessica Simpson “Lepolia” Flats
, $78.95
- Bebe “Sloan” Platform Pumps in Cheetah
, $150.95
- Bebe “Sloan” Platform Pumps in Brown Zebra
, $150.95
- Me Too “Linda” Flats
, $79.95
- Naughty Monkey “Glow” T-Strap Sandals
, $65.95
- Classiques Entier Open Toe Pumps
, $129.95
- Wild Diva “Adina-03″ Open-Toe Espadrilles
, $37.50
- Nina “Yaki-Yl” Ballet Flats
, $54.97
- Jeffrey Campbell “Cayman” Cheetah Flat Sandals
, $124
- Miss Me “Jocelyn-4″ Platform Pumps
, $44.95
- Jeffrey Campbell “Mariel” Cheetah Print Wedges
, $175
UPDATE: This post has been updated on June 03, 2010. Scroll down to see the new add.
After running this blog for more than 6 months, I don’t get as excited as I used to when spotting a new knockoff. Today, however, was one of these rare days. A few months back when it was announced that Chloë Sevigny would design a second collection for Opening Ceremony (Fall/Winter 2009), I spotted a pair of to-die-for black buckle boots on Chloë’s feet and I instantly fell in love.
It was one of these shoe obsessions where I was even willing to take the plunge and go for the real deal, but my enthusiasm came to an abrupt end when I learned that a) the buckle boots wouldn’t be available until late August/September and b) were priced at $625 which is twice the price I expected/hoped them to be.
Chloë Sevigny for Opening Ceremony Wedge Booties
($625, Shopbop)
Dollhouse “Alley” Ankle Boots
UPDATE (06/03/2010): Excitement! I just stumbled upon these super fabulous & very reasonably priced O.C. knockoffs by Dollhouse. L.O.V.E.
Dollhouse “Alley” Ankle Boots
($56.95, Endless)
P.S.: Also available at LuLu*s & Dollhouse.
Steve Madden “REANA” Wedges
UPDATE (04/21/2010): Steve Madden is a little late with his designer inspired “REANA” wedges, but I quite like his take on the O.C. wedge booties.
Steve Madden “REANA” Wedges
($129.95, Steve Madden)
Jeffrey Campbell “Genius” Buckle Wedges
UPDATE (02/12/2010): Jeffrey Campbell just can’t get over Chloë’s wedges for O.C. Here’s his newest interpretation called “Genius” – Pretty darn close to the originals, don’t you think? Available in grey or khaki.
Jeffrey Campbell “Genius” Buckle Wedges
($155, Karmaloop)
P.S.: Also available at Solestruck.
Aldo “DASKAL” Wedge Ankle Boots
UPDATE (02/04/2010): Found these Aldo wedges today which instantly reminded me of the Chloë Sevigny for Opening Ceremony Buckle Boots.
Aldo “DASKAL” Wedge Ankle Boots
($79.98, Amazon)
Michael Antonio “Karina” Open Toe Pumps
UPDATE (12/17/2009): Michael Antonio has come up with a heeled version of Chloë Sevigny’s buckled wedge booties. Available in black, brown and red.
Michael Antonio “Karina” Open Toe Pumps
($84.95, Endless)
P.S.: Also available at Shiekh
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Bebe “Karen” Multi-Strap Wedges
UPDATE (10/22/2009): Just stumbled upon yet another budget-friendly alternative. These wedges by Bebe might not be complete rip-offs, but I think they still come pretty close.
Bebe “Karen” Multi-Strap Wedges
($159, Bebe)
Jeffrey Campbell “Belgium” Buckled Wedge Booties
UPDATE (10/22/2009): Here’s JC’s second take on the buckled wedge as seen above which I kind of prefer to the first one. Don’t forget to use our exclusive coupon code “INTHEIRCLOSET” to get 15% OFF your entire order.
Jeffrey Campbell “Belgium” Buckled Wedge Booties
($155, LuLu*s)
Jeffrey Campbell Potion Ankle Boots
I tried to find reasonably priced knockoffs for weeks, but never found anything noteworthy. Until today when I accidentally stumbled upon these buckled boots by Jeffrey Campbell. Just look at them, they look almost the same except the original O.C. boots have those additional buckle caps which is a minor bummer, but otherwise they are identical and cost only 1/6 of the originals’ price. Big YAY!
Jeffrey Campbell Potion Ankle Boots
($119.95, Solestruck)
UPDATE: This post has been updated on May 12, 2010. Scroll down to see the new add.
Mary-Kate Olsen is quite the trendsetter. A few weeks after being spotted on MK’s feet, Stella McCartney‘s mesh sandals hit the digital shelves of NET-A-PORTER, but sold out there super fast. If you are craving the real deal, you can still find them on Stella’s website or read on and let me show you some recession-proof alternatives.
Stella McCartney Mesh Basket Sandals
($995, NET-A-PORTER)
Mary-Kate Olsen Loves Stella McCartney
At the beginning of 2009, Mary-Kate Olsen was having an obsession with Stella McCartney’s mesh sandals from the Spring 2009 collection. She was wearing them to various events and when being out and about before finally moving on to another pair of lustworthy heels which she could wear to death.
Martinez Valero “Cleo” Sandals
UPDATE (05/12/2010): Yay! Finally another Stella McCartney knockoff and this one’s absolutely fabulous I think. Martinez Valero did a great job with his “Cleo” sandals. They come in either black, nude or silver.
Martinez Valero “Cleo” Sandals
($159.95, Endless)
BCBGMAXAZRIA “Lisa” Pumps
UPDATE (03/10/2010): Here’s yet another fabulous but slightly pricey Stella McCartney knockoff by BCBGMAXAZRIA.
BCBGMAXAZRIA “Lisa” Pumps
($250, Endless)
P.S.: Also available at Shoebuy
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Nine West “Hotrock” Mesh Sandals
UPDATE (10/30/2009): Found another budget-friendly Stella McCartney alternative by Nine West.
Nine West “Hotrock” Mesh Sandals
($72.05, Endless)
P.S.: Also available at Zappos
& Nine West
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Bebe “Lizzy” Mesh Sandals
I always thought Steve Madden is the king of knockoffs, but after seeing so many knockoffs coming from Bebe latey, I have come to the conclusion that they deserve this title. Whenever I visit their website, new designer knockoffs have popped up just like these Stella McCartney knockoffs for example. Bebe’s “Lizzy” sandals come in 3 different colors and retail for $139.
Bebe “Lizzy” Mesh Sandals
($139, Bebe)
I am what you might call “shoe loyal” and I’m happy to say that it generally pays off. I have been smitten with the “sandal bootie” for over a year now and have stuck by that style despite various shrieks of disgust by friends, family and fashionistas alike. But a-ha, they always come around and now that everyone’s all about the “sandal bootie”, I can smugly say I was a fan from the beginning. We featured these Cesare Paciotti “613310″ sandal booties on Zoe Saldana shortly and I think a lot of us were big fans. They basically make any outfit a little more badass. Even the blush tone feels rocker-ish; but I love how the ruffle trim gives them a lady-like touch. We’re not sure how much these sandal booties will run you but we’re pretty sure it’s a pretty penny (maybe we should amend that to say a pretty Benjamin Franklin?).
Cesare Paciotti 613310 Sandal Booties
(Price Unknown, N/A)
Celebrities Love Cesare Paciotti
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Bebe Mara Ankle Cinch Sandals
Bebe‘s really been leading the knockoff pack lately, haven’t they? Their “Mara Ankle Cinch Sandals” may not be an exact copy of the Cesare Paciotti shoes but they’re pretty darn lovely nevertheless. Bebe used a paper-bag style trim instead of a ruffle but I think you’ll agree that once on the effect is virtually the same. The nude is undoubtedly sweet but I am loving the black. Pair with a black dress (either mini or knee-length, as seen above) and strut your stuff out into the night.
Bebe Mara Ankle Cinch Sandals
($139, Bebe)
UPDATE: This post has been updated on May 08, 2010. Scroll down to see the new add.
So, it’s Alexander Wang again, huh? Still love him. His Fall 2009 collection didn’t found me overly excited, but the Spring 2009 collection was a total success in my book. There wasn’t one single piece I didn’t like or not wanted in my closet right away. The shoes from this spring collection were kick-ass. Wang’s chunky platform booties sure aren’t for the faint of heart. I mean, can you imagine walking in these without breaking your ankles? I probably wouldn’t even make it out of the house (still doesn’t mean I don’t want to own them though).
Alexander Wang Carrington Woven Boots
(Price Unknown, N/A)
Wet Seal Woven Peep-toe Booties
UPDATE (05/08/2010): Just stumbled upon this Alexander Wang inspired cheap thrill by Wet Seal. The designer inspired platform booties have been visibly streamlined, but overall I still like the design and the price. What do you think?
Click on the link below and navigate to the Wet Seal shoes section or enter style number “42373827” in the search field to find the Givenchy inspired booties on the Wet Seal website.
Wet Seal Woven Peep-toe Booties
Style #: 42373827
($29.50, Wet Seal)
Bebe “Laura” Woven Peep-toe Booties
UPDATE (01/15/2010): Yay! Another great (and sky-high) alternative are these woven booties by Bebe. They are very similar to the Carrington ankle boot except the Bebe version has an open back and a lower platform. Available in black and white.
Bebe “Laura” Woven Peep-toe Booties
($189, Bebe)
Steve Madden “MASSIVVE” Platform Booties
I think I already mentioned that one has to give credit to Steve Madden for fearlessly copying designer shoes and NOT toning them down like many other copycats do. These ankle boots below are a good example. While they aren’t a 100% exact replica of the Alexander Wang booties, I like that they kept the chunky platform and sky high heel to preserve the original raw and urban look.
Steve Madden “MASSIVVE” Platform Booties
($179.95, Endless)
P.S.: Also on sale for $39.98 at Steve Madden
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