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Real vs. Steal – 3.1 Phillip Lim Animal Print Biker Jacket

by Irina on October 12, 2011

I do love animal print, but I don’t think I’d be able to rock this giraffe-print biker jacket by 3.1 Phillip Lim with the confidence it needs to make it look good. Also, I don’t have the funds to buy a designer leather jacket. Not that I would need them because this jacket is sold out anyway.

3.1 Phillip Lim Animal Print Biker Jacket

3.1 Phillip Lim Animal Print Biker Jacket
($1,250, SOLD OUT)

Celebrities Love 3.1 Phillip Lim

Jessica Simpson & Miley Cyrus wearing a 3.1 Phillip Lim Animal Print Biker Jacket

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ASOS Leather Biker With Leopard Print Pony Panel

If you can picture yourself wearing an animal print adorned biker jacket à la Miley or Jessica then this ASOS leather jacket might be a good alternative. It does have a leopard print panel instead of a giraffe print one and it’s also missing a few details, but if you can save almost $1,000 why not opting for this one instead?

ASOS Leather Biker With Leopard Print Pony Panel (3.1 Phillip Lim knockoff)

ASOS Leather Biker With Leopard Print Pony Panells
($279.36, ASOS)

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Real vs. Steal – Walter Steiger Oscar Ankle Boots

by Irina on October 6, 2011

If you consider yourself to be a shoe expert the name Walter Steiger should instantly bring curved heels to your mind as this is Steiger’s signature heel design. Now I understand that a heel curved like this might look a bit strange to some of you; implying the not so desirable impression that it is bending under the sheer weight of the wearer. But looking at how fab these suede booties look on Lindsay Lohan makes me totally forget about this possible conclusion. Such a simple design yet the heel makes these ankle boots stand out.

Walter Steiger Oscar Ankle Boots in black suede

Walter Steiger Oscar Ankle Boots
($950, SOLD OUT)

Celebrities Love Walter Steiger

Lindsay Lohan & Anna Dello Russo wearing black suede Walter Steiger Oscar Ankle Boots

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Topshop “PISA” Banana Heeled Platform Chelsea Boots

If you like the look of the Oscar booties but don’t have the $$$ to support your love for designer heels then how about going for these banana-heeled Topshop booties instead? Obviously heavily inspired by Walter Steiger these differ by having a thicker heel which is slightly more sublty curved. Otherwise a total dupe and so much cheaper, too!

Topshop PISA Banana Heeled Platform Chelsea Boots in black suede (Walter Steiger Oscar knockoffs)

Topshop “PISA” Banana Heeled Platform Chelsea Bootsls
($245, Topshop)

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Real vs. Steal – Maison Martin Margiela Wedge Ankle Boots

by Irina on October 5, 2011

UPDATE: This post has been updated on October 05, 2011. Scroll down to see the new add.

With Maison Martin Margiela it’s always hit or miss for me. Either I absolutely adore his shoes or I am totally turned off by them. These studded wedge booties fall into the first category. I love the illusion wedge, it looks so cute and clever, don’t you think? But would I be willing to shell out $890 for them? No, not really.

Maison Martin Margiela Wedge Ankle Boots in black

Maison Martin Margiela Wedge Ankle Boots
($890, SOLD OUT)

Celebrities Love Maison Martin Margiela

Kirsten Dunst & Miley Cyrus wearing black Maison Martin Margiela Wedge Ankle Boots

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Sabine “Nowelle” Wedge Ankle Boots

UPDATE (10/05/2011): Just came across another great Margiela look-a-like coming from Sabine. Available in either black or taupe.

Sabine "Nowelle" Wedge Ankle Boots in black (Maison Martin Margiela knockoffs)

Sabine “Nowelle” Wedge Ankle Bootscj
($99, Piperlime)

N.Y.L.A. “Noelle” Wedge Booties

UPDATE (09/17/2011): As previously suspected N.Y.L.A. and Black Rooster rebrand the same shoe styles. Just look at these booties here. They’re absolutely identical and look at the shoe names of both the N.Y.L.A.s and the Black Roosters. Noelle vs. Noella? Rebranded!

N.Y.L.A. "Noelle" Wedge Booties in black (Maison Martin Margiela knockoffs)

N.Y.L.A. “Noelle” Wedge Bootiescj
($119.50, Endless)

P.S.: Also available at REVOLVEClothingcj & Amazonamazon.

Black Rooster “Noella” Wedge Booties

Luckily, we don’t have to spend a fortune to get the Margiela look 4 less. Because Black Rooster has an identical copy for all those craving the Margielas. Available in black and taupe leather.

Black Rooster "Noella" Wedge Booties in black (Maison Martin Margiela knockoffs)

Black Rooster “Noella” Wedge Bootiescj
($134.10, Zappos)

P.S.: Also available at Endlesscj.

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Real vs. Steal – Alexander Wang Rocco Mini Duffel Bag

by Celine on October 5, 2011

UPDATE: This post has been updated on October 05, 2011. Scroll down to see the new add.

You know how I know we’re good? Because we never forget a shoe. Or a handbag. Or a face. OK, so not the last one. Back in the old days (you know, 2005) the fashion world saw the introduction to the “It Bag” – a bag that became every starlet’s must have accessory. One day, readers (stay with me), Mary Kate Olsen was spotted carrying a gorgeous black, studded bag that no one could identify but that everyone immediately wanted. A year later the bag (eventually attributed to the talented, Alexander Wang) was made available to the public. It was then known as “Coco”; it is now known as “Rocco”; I can afford neither one.

Alexander Wang Rocco Mini Duffel Bag in black with gold studs

Alexander Wang Rocco Duffel Bag
($875, Barneys)

P.S.: Also available at Alexander Wangls & Farfetchls.

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Mary-Kate Olsen, Ashley Tisdale, Rihanna, Kristin Cavallari, Nicky Hilton & Jennifer Carpenter carrying an Alexander Wang Rocco Mini Duffel Bag

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BagInc “Alexa” Studded Leather Bag

UPDATE (04/26/2011): I just stumbled upon this fantastic and virtually identical Rocco look-a-like by BagInc. Love it! It’s a little pricey, but a) it’s made of real leather and b) they offer free worldwide shipping on all orders of $99+. Plus, you can get 10% OFF your entire order with our exclusive coupon code “INTHEIRCLOSET“. Yup, that’s how much we love you! ;-) – P.S.: I now own this bag and it is AH-MAZ-ING (review here…)! So so so worth the investment! Just read the various 5-star customer reviews.

BagInc "Alexa" Studded Bag in black (Alexander Wang Rocco knockoff)

BagInc “Alexa” Studded Bag
($159, BagInc)

Street Level 78080 Studded Duffel Bag

UPDATE (10/05/2011): Found another Rocco alternative by Street Level. It only comes in taupe, has 2 added tassels and it is also faux leather, but the price of $68 makes up for this.

Street Level 78080 Studded Duffel Bag in taupe (Alexander Wang Rocco knockoff)

Street Level 78080 Studded Duffel Bagcj
($68, Piperlime)

Ajito Studded Bottom Satchel

UPDATE (09/03/2010): Reader Addy informed us about this lovely Rocco knockoff by Ajito. It comes in either black, brown, grey or white. Thanks, Addy!

Ajito Studded Bottom Satchel in black (Alexander Wang Rocco knockoff)

Ajito Studded Bottom Satchel
($50, YesStyle)

Wet Seal Stud Bottom Satchel

I have to be honest, the last time I shopped at Wet Seal I was looking for something to wear to the school dance (in other words, it was 1998), but by golly perhaps Wet Seal deserves another look! Their Stud Bottom Satchel is a pretty darn great dupe of the Alexander Wang bag. True, it’s not made out of leather but I know there are vegans among us who actually prefer that. For a measly $24.50 this is a hot bag to add to your arsenal. (Note: if you’re having trouble locating the bag on theWet Seal site, click on the link below and enter the style number – “42178118” – into the search field).

Wet Seal Stud Bottom Satchel in black (Alexander Wang Rocco Duffel knockoff)

Wet Seal Stud Bottom Satchel
Style #: 42178118
($24.50, Wet Seal)

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Heel of the Day – Nine West Erynne Boots

by Irina on October 4, 2011

Something that shouldn’t be missing in every woman’s closet during the colder seasons is a pair of classic black tall leather boots. Investing in a pair of good quality boots such as these ones by Nine West is well worth the money because a) a classic boot will never go out of style and b) it is also undeniably versatile and goes with almost anything of your winter wardrobe (pants/jeans, tights, skirts, dresses). It all comes down to cost-per-wear in the end, so in this case the $189 would be spent reasonably imo.

Nine West "Erynne" Boots in black

Nine West “Erynne” Bootscj
($189, Endless)

P.S.: Also available at Zapposcj & Nine Westcj.

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