Everyone who follows this blog for a while should be aware of my everlasting love for everything Alexander McQueen – especially my love affair with his shoes. His creations are always so stunning and unique. Take these gorgeous white satin peep-toes for example. If I was to marry anytime soon, I would definitely choose these as my bridal shoes and feel like Cinderella in a fairy tale.

Alexander McQueen Crystal Embellished Satin Peep-toe Pumps
($547, Zappos)

RSVP “Lovely” Satin Peep-toe Pumps

If the real McQueen crystal heels don’t fit within your wedding/shopping budget, go for these budget-friendly satin peep-toes by RSVP instead. They’re called “Lovely” and that’s exactly what they are. Absolutely lovely! I’m so, so, so in love. Now I know they do miss the front crystals, but everything else looks almost identical. And they come in an array of adorable colors such as baby blue and fuchsia, too. I cannot make up my mind which one is my favorite!

RSVP “Lovely” Satin Peep-toe Pumps
($109, Zappos)

I know you’re going to love this! Remember the gorgeous blue Cinderella-like Manolos Carrie wore at the end of the Sex and the City Movie? Yeah, I couldn’t get them out of my head either. The classic design and the bold blue hue make them great contenders for your favorite formal footwear.

Manolo Blahnik Something Blue Satin Pump
($925, Neiman Marcus)

Sex and the City Loves Manolo Blahnik

In the movie Carrie said they cost $525, but due to the vast demand retailers almost doubled the price to outrageous $925 making them a fictional purchase only for most of us shoe addicts who are living on a budget. What a bummer!

RSVP “Zaza” Blue Satin Pumps

UPDATE (09/23/2009): Stumbled upon these awesome Manolo Blahnik knockoffs by RSVP today.

Look what I found! If you missed out on the Martinez Valero heels or just couldn’t justify the $160 price tag, these satin pumps by RSVP look almost identical, but are $60 cheaper. Available in blue, black, ivory and white. Grab these knockoffs while you can, I’m sure they are going to sell out super fast.

RSVP also has a flat heeled version of the Manolo Blahnik look-a-likes called “Cassie” ($99) which looks exactly like the Martinez Valero version except with a low heel.

RSVP “Zaza” Blue Satin Pumps
($99, Zappos)

Shiekh “Mitzy Hachi-200″ Satin Pumps

UPDATE (09/23/2009): Another alternative to the Manolo Blahnik Something Blue satin pumps.

I know these satin pumps by Shiekh aren’t exactly knockoffs, but the blue satin and the vamp embellishment reminded me of the Manolo Blahniks above and since these here resemble the Sedaraby pumps by Blahnik famously worn by Carrie Bradshaw a lot, I thought I just put them here as a budget-friendly alternative for under $50. Also available in pink and black satin!

Shiekh “Mitzy Hachi-200″ Satin Pumps
($39.97, Shiekh Shoes)

Martinez Valero “Zenith” Blue Satin Pumps

Do not despair however! Because Martinez Valero has finally heard our prayers! He came up with an almost identical pair of his own blue satin pumps which also have the vamp embellishment, but cost only about 1/10 of the original Manolos. So if you are in need of beautiful yet affordable bridal shoes, these here might be your best bet. But hurry, once the masses get wind of these Manolo Blahnik look-a-likes, I guarantee you, they will be gone in a minute!

Martinez Valero “Zenith” Satin Pumps
($159.99, Heels.com)

P.S.: Also available at Nordstrom, Endless & Zappos

This glittery slingback pump by Christian Louboutin is a modern version of the Cinderella shoe. Can you imagine putting these on and NOT feeling like a princess? Without Prince Charming delivering these shoe darlings right in front of your housedoor, it might be difficult to get your hands on the real deal though. Sigh.

Christian Louboutin Glitter Peep-toe Slingbacks
($775, NeimanMarcus)

Coloriffics Gala Peep-toe Platform Slingbacks

But who kneeds a prince when there are plenty of knockoffs just waiting to save you from a world without fabulous shoes? Take these Louboutin knockoffs by Coloriffics for example. They are just as gorgeous and retail for ~$55. No need to call out for a prince, huh?

Coloriffics Gala Peep-toe Platform Slingbacks
($55.95, Endless)

Also available at Shoebuy, Zappos & Shoes.com.

GO MAX Lauren-24 Slingback Pumps

But the fairy tale doesn’t end here yet. Look at this second pair of Glitter knockoffs: they look identical AND they even have the signature red sole. But the best thing is: they are ridiculously cheap & on sale for $11.97 (78% OFF!). However, only limited sizes are left, so you better hurry before it’s midnight…well, OK, just hurry before they’re gone.

GO MA Lauren-24 Slingback Pumps
($11.97, LoveMyShoes)

Not fast enough? The same glitter slingbacks are available in black at FlyJane.

If you are looking for the perfect bridal shoe, how about these gorgeous rhinestoned sandals by Stuart Weitzman? They are sold out in silver, but still available in gold (pictured below) or black satin.

Stuart Weitzman Dreamgirl Sandals
($262, Zappos.com)

Dyeables Madison Silver Sandal

If the price isn’t your kind of budget, try this almost identical version from Dyeables called “Madison“.

Dyeables Madison Sandal
($41.95, Endless.com)

The Madison sandal is also available at Shoebuy for $38.45.

Which girl doesn’t dream of having a pair of Manolo Blahniks to call their own? Unfortunately, the accompanying price tag of $500 and more often keeps this dream from ever coming true. But fear not, knockoffs are always on the way. And I have found some great alternatives for those trying to save money.

If I had a multimillionaire’s budget, I would gladly spend $700 for the Manolo Blahnik “Sedaraby” d’Orsay pumps. They look terrific, are very feminine and would make a perfect bridal shoe. Manolo high heels are also considered to be pretty comfy, so if I could, I would already have these in my closet.

Manolo Blahnik “Sedaraby” D’Orsay Pumps
($715, Barney’s)

RSVP “Taran” D’Orsay Pumps

If you want a shoe in the identical style as shown above for a fraction of the price, RSVP has a great, budget-friendly alternative. Except for the straight heel, they look the same to me. And being priced at $89 they are quite a steal, too. Also available in 5 other colors.

RSVP “Taran” D’Orsay Pumps
($89, Zappos.com)

Dyeables “Onyx” D’Orsay Pumps

These Manolo Blahnik inspired d’Orsay pump by Dyeables are my personal favorites. They are a little more expensive than RSVP’s “Taran”, but overall I’d say you’ll get better quality. The upper material is a beautiful silk satin and the heel is 3″ only. Score!

Dyeables “Onyx” D’Orsay Pumps
($104.95, Onlineshoes)

Pelle Moda “Nemo” Pumps

These d’Orsay pumps by Pelle Moda are also great Manolo Blahnik Sedaraby knockoffs. The heel on there is again slightly different, but otherwise the shoes look practically identical. They also happen to be the most expensive knockoffs retailing for around $140 a pair. Available in silver, black, bronze, platinum and pewter.

Pelle Moda “Nemo” D’Orsay Pumps
($140, Amazon.com)

P.S.: Also available at Jildor and Footnotes.