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I’m so in love with this dress, it’s ridiculous. I’ve declared my neverending love for Alexander Wang many times before, he always amazes me with his newest creations. My latest addiction is this black bodycon Pre-Fall 2009 dress which has mesh insets on the neck and thigh. I just can’t stop gushing about it. It’s perfection. It’s all I want to wear. All day long. Ever!

Alexander Wang Pre-Fall 2009 Mesh Inset Black Dress LBD

The dress hasn’t hit the sales racks yet, but when it does it definitely will be in the $500-$1000 bracket.

UPDATE #1: The dress is now available at Shopbop for $565.

Alexander Wang Pre-Fall 2009 Mesh Cutout Little Black Dress

Alexander Wang Cutout Dress
($565, shopbop.com)

Bebe Mesh Inset Seamless Dress

Count on Bebe to get you fixed with some good ol’ knockoffs. I randomly browsed their site today and found this fantastic 1:1 Alexander Wang copy for $59.

I so want to buy, but shipping to Europe + taxes/duty costs are outrageous, the sum would total in 3x of the dress price. If I can’t find someone in the US being kind enough to buy and ship it for me, I won’t be able to get my hands on it. Grrrrrr, SO UNFAIR! :-(

Bebe Mesh Inset Seamless Black Dress (Sexy LBD)

Bebe Mesh Inset Seamless Dress
($59, bebe.com)

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Real vs. Steal – YSL Tribtoo Pumps

by Irina on April 5, 2009

UPDATE: This post has been updated on October 15, 2010. Scroll down to see the new add.

Every once in a while there comes a shoe that will stand out from the masses, a shoe that first becomes a trend and later will be considered iconic (think Audrey Hepburn’s Givenchy LBD from Breakfast at Tiffany’s). The YSL Tribtoo / Trib Two Pump has great potential to become a shoe legend. The highly coveted 5″ inch stiletto pumps are virtually sold out EVERYWHERE and their hefty price tag prevents them from being a realistic shoe dream for most of us not-rich-by-default fashionistas.

YSL Trib Two Platform Pump (Yves Saint Laurent)

YSL Trib Two Platform Pump
($795, SOLD OUT)

Celebrities Love Yves Saint Laurent

The YSL Trib Two Pumps have been worn by like at least 2 dozen celebrities, from A-Listers to D-Listers. Almost anyone who’s rich and famous owns a pair. Heidi Klum, Victoria Beckham, Lucy Liu, Christina Aguilera, you name them. The YSL Trib Two Pump was probably the most worn shoe on the red carpet last year and there’s no end in sight for 2009.

Celebrities wearing YSL Trib Two Platform Pumps

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Kelsi Dagger “Linzy” Platform Pumps

UPDATE (10/15/2010): Well, well. Look at this. Kelsi Dagger is the lower-priced line of Pour La Victoire and doesn’t their “Linzy” pump look JUST like the PLV Irina? Only it costs half the price. I’ve been a great fan of the “Irina” pumps (obviously!), but the Kelsi Dagger Linzy is just as nice. And there are so many colors to choose from. Which one is your favorite? Personally, I want them ALL! Use our exclusive coupon code “XMAS20” to get 20% OFF (expires 12/19/2010 on midnight EST)!

Kelsi Dagger "Linzy" Platform Pumps (YSL Tribtoo knockoffs)

Kelsi Dagger “Linzy” Platform Pumps
($119.99, Heels.com)

P.S.: Also available at Endlessendless, Karmaloopls, Sears, Zapposcj, Piperlimecj, Macy’sls & REVOLVEClothingcj.

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.

Pour La Victoire "Irina" Platform Pumps in black & taupe patent (YSL Tribtoo knockoffs)

Pour La Victoire “Irina” Platform Pumpsendless
($254.95, Endless)

P.S.: Also available at Heels.com, Karmaloopls, Sears, Zapposcj, Piperlimecj, Macy’sls & REVOLVEClothingcj.

Wet Seal Round Toe Platform Pumps

UPDATE (01/12/2010): Found another YSL Tribtoo alternative by Wet Seal.

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 the website.

Wet Seal Round Toe Platform Pumps in black (YSL Tribtoo knockoffs)

Wet Seal Round Toe Platform Pumps
Style #: 41684603
($24.50, Wet Seal)

Wittner “Sassy” Platform Pumps

UPDATE (01/14/2010): Reader Alexandra mailed me these hot spot-on YSL knockoffs by Wittner. Too bad they’re available in Australia only.

Wittner "Sassy" Platform Pumps in black patent (YSL Tribtoo knockoffs)

Wittner “Sassy” Platform Pumps
(AUS$189.95, Wittner)

Bebe “Liza” Leather Platform Pumps

UPDATE #1: I have found another YSL Trib Two pumps knockoff! This one’s coming from Bebe and they are probably the best YSL knockoffs currently available on the market, so be fast to place your order before it’s too late.

Feast your eyes on these YSL knockoff darlings: Bebe’s Liza Leather Platform Pumps. 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 either black leather or patent tortoise shell, but on the website they are also pictured in off white, so I guess you’ll be able to order these in that color soon, too.

Bebe Liza Platform Pumps in Black Leather (YSL Trib Two Pumps knockoffs)

Bebe “Liza” Leather Platform Pumps
($149, Bebe)

Office LAST OF THE GIANTS Pumps

European readers rejoice! British shoe retailer Office (confusing name, right?) is selling a stunning pair of YSL Trib Two Pump knockoffs for £75 ($110 or 80€). The pumps look very well manufactured and are also available in brown/croc leather.

P.S.: They also ship international!

Office Shoes Last of the Giants Pump (YSL Trib Two Pump knockoff)

Office LAST OF THE GIANTS Pumps
(£75, Office.co.uk)

Gianni Bini “Desiree” Pumps

These YSL knockoffs were orginally spotted by a reader from (a great blog you definitely should check out). The pumps are a great alternative to the pricey YSL Trib Twos and come in either black patent or patent croc brown.

Gianni Bini Desiree Pumps (YSL Trib Two Pump knockoff)

Gianni Bini “Desiree” Pumps
($110, Dillards.com)

Steve Madden FORTAY Pumps

Steve Madden’s “FORTAY” Pump is also a good alternative if you are lusting for an affordable YSL Trib Two version that is not as extreme as the original.

Steve Madden FORTAY Pump (YSL Trib Two Pump knockoffs)

Steve Madden FORTAY Pumps
($149.95, SteveMadden.com)

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Matthew Williamson‘s Spring 2009 collection was a welcome burst of color and it was one of my favorite shows of the season. Not only the clothes were absolutely adorable and lustworthy, but also the shoes which came in either pink, yellow, black or white.

Matthew Williamson Spring 2009 Footwear

Matthew Williamson Spring 2009 black strap sandals

The ankle strapped sandal has asymmetrical straps curve around the foot with solid patent straps across the toes. Here’s a more detailed view of the shoe:

Matthew Williamson Spring 2009 Black Strap Sandals

Bebe “Bri” Satin & Patent Sandals

I don’t know what it is with Bebe. I wonder if they do anything else than copying other people’s work? Here’s another knockoff candidate. The “Bri” satin sandal comes in black and retails for $129.

Bebe Bri Satin Patent Sandals in black

Bebe “Bri” Satin & Patent Sandals
($129, bebe.com)

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I was lusting after these badass buckled Louboutins ever since I saw them on Heidi’s feet a few months ago. But spending 1.5k on a pair of shoes is nothing but a dream to me yet, so I raided the internet to find some budget-friendly alternatives.

Christian Louboutin Multi-Buckle Sandals (Black Patent)


($1.495, Saks.com)

Celebrities wearing Christian Louboutin

Heidi Klum was the first to introduce the buckled Louboutins on the red carpet when she wore them with a cute strapless vintage dress to this year’s Golden Globes. Jennifer Lopez wore the same heels with an LWD, sleek hair and a matching white clutch.

Heidi Klum and Jennifer Lopez wearing black patent Christian Louboutin Multi-Buckle Sandals

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Nine West Bolero Platform Sandals

If you want to rock the same style without spending a fortune, try these platform sandals from Nine West. They sell for reasonable $98.95 and are also available in tan leather.

Nine West Bolero Platform Sandals in black

Nine West Bolero Platform Sandals
($98.95, Zappos.com)

The same heels can be bought for the same price at Endless.comspacer.

Bebe Delaney Platform Sandals

Bebe is selling their own knockoffs “interpretation” of the multi-buckled platform Louboutins called “Delaney” sandal which costs $159 and is available in either black or natural.

UPDATE: The black version seems to have sold out since yesterday. Check back in a few days, they might get them in stock again soon.

Bebe Delaney Multi-Buckled Sandals in black


($159, bebe.com)

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These Fendi platform pumps sure are very beautiful, but unfortunately also very pricey at $705 a pair. If you are are looking for a budget version of these, you have come to the right place.

Fendi Grosgrain Bow-Front Pumps in Beige

Fendi Grosgrain Bow-Front pumpsls
($705, NET-A-PORTER)

Bebe “Mariah” Satin Peep-toe Pumps

Now this is a spot on knockoff coming from Bebe. The upper material might be different and the pumps aren’t available in beige, but apart from that, these satin peep-toe pumps are virtually identical. The double platform, the bows on the front, the extreme high heel, it’s all there. These Fendi knockoffs originally retailed for $149, but have been reduced to $101.49 since. They also come in black satin or gold snakeskin ($169).

Bebe Mariah Satin Peep-toe Pump in Purple

Bebe “Mariah” Satin Peep-toe Pumps
($101.49, Bebe)

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