Buckles

Real vs. Steal – Alexander Wang Hanne Ankle Boots

by Irina on January 4, 2012

UPDATE: This post has been updated on January 4, 2012. Scroll down to see the new add.

While Alexander Wang‘s Fall 2009 collection didn’t impress me much in terms of clothes I must admit I am quite fond of these buckled pointy ankle boots which were also a part of this collection. The other shoe styles were a bit too masculine for me, but the “Hanne” boot had just the right amount of edginess and badass punk. Sadly, they are also quite pricey at more than $1.200 a pair.

Alexander Wang Hanne Ankle Boots
($1.250, MyTheresa)

Celebrities Love Alexander Wang

Rihanna and Miley Cyrus wearing black Alexander Wang Hanne Buckle Ankle Boots

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Qupid Plot-05 Buckled Booties

UPDATE (01/04/2012): I didn’t really think I’d stumble upon any more Hanne look-a-likes, but Qupid came out with a very Wang inspired version for under $40.

Qupid Plot-05 Buckled Booties
($39.99, Hot Topic)

P.S.: Also available at Amazon.

Jeffrey Campbell “Morrow” Buckle Booties

Jeffrey Campbell knows how to satisfy a fashionista’s craving for top notch style but without the designer price tag. His latest style incorporates an almost identical version of Alexander Wang’s Hanne booties mixed with a Camilla Skovgaard sole.

Jeffrey Campbell “Morrow” Buckle Booties
($195, Jildor)

ALDO “Tilbury” Ankle Boots

If you are looking for a cheaper option, ALDO has a pair of boots which look heavily inspired by Alexander Wang’s Hanne booties. The buckles are silver and differently arranged, but the look and feel still screams ALEXANDER WANG!

ALDO “Tilbury” Ankle Boots
($130, Amazon)

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Real vs. Steal – Giuseppe Zanotti for Balmain Buckled Booties

by Irina on November 24, 2011

UPDATE: This post has been updated on November 24, 2011. Scroll down to see the new add.

These buckled ankle boots were designed by shoe design genius Giuseppe Zanotti for the hottest brand in Fashionville right now, Balmain, for their Fall 2009 footwear range. I wasn’t really a fan of this collection until I saw these badass rocker booties. My only problem: finding the pocket change to afford these. Sigh!

Giuseppe Zanotti for Balmain Buckled Booties
($1.338, MyTheresa)

XOXO “Raven” Ankle Boots

UPDATE (11/24/2011): Just stumbled upon another very affordable buckled Balmain look-a-like by XOXO aka Wanted.

XOXO “Raven” Ankle Boots
($47.45, Shoebuy)

P.S.: Also available at Endless.

Charles Albert New 1733 Buckle Booties

UPDATE (09/08/2010): Just in time for fall I happened to stumble upon these buckled Balmain look-a-likes by Charles Albert. They have a canvas upper, but everything else is pretty much spot-on. Available in black, blue or white canvas.

Charles Albert New 1733 Buckle Booties
($39.95, Endless)

Carlos by Carlos Santana “Admit” Ankle Boots

UPDATE (07/22/2010): Carlos by Carlos Santana provides us with yet another fabulous Balmain alternative in form of this latticed zipper ankle boots. Available in black or camel leather.

Carlos by Carlos Santana “Admit” Ankle Boots
($89.75, Endless)

P.S.: Also available at Heels.com.

ZiGiny “Triumph” Booties

UPDATE (01/19/2010): If you want an upscale knockoff of the Balmain booties, try these ankle boots by ZiGiny. They are available in black leather, black and red suede.

ZiGiny “Triumph” Booties
($65.97, Endless)

Hypnotic “Roadtrip” Buckle Booties

UPDATE (01/03/2010): Surprise! Surprise! Yet another Balmain knockoff. This one’s by Hypnotic and the booties come in either black, grey or rust suede.

Hypnotic “Roadtrip” Buckle Booties
($39.95, Endless)

Wet Seal Multi Buckle Booties

UPDATE (12/10/2009): Found yet another Balmain alternative by Wet Seal. Click on the link below and navigate to the shoes section or enter style number “41597064” in the search field to find the Balmain inspired buckle booties on the website.

Wet Seal Multi Buckle Booties
Style #: 41597064
($36.50, Wet Seal)

Anne Michelle Savior 27 Strappy Booties

UPDATE: WHOA! Check out these amazing Balmain knockoffs by Anne Michelle. I LOVE these!

Anne Michelle Savior 27 Strappy Booties
($42, LuLu*s)

Report “Lyndon” Buckle Booties

Check out these fabulous Balmain knockoffs brought to you by Report! Aren’t they just gorgeous? They’re so close to the original buckle booties. You better act fast as I predict these are going to sell out very, very quickly.

Report “Lyndon” Buckle Booties
($86.90, NORDSTROM)

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Real vs. Steal – Isabel Marant Otway Studded Ankle Boots

by Irina on November 24, 2011

UPDATE: This post has been updated on November 24, 2011. Scroll down to see the new add.

I know summer is almost over when I find myself starting to look for shoes to wear in the fall. These studded ankle booties called “Otway” by Isabel Marant have been on my wish list for months now, but as with most of the things on my wish list, they are way out of my budget let alone the fact that they aren’t even out yet.

Isabel Marant Fall 2009 "Otway" Studded Ankle Booties

Isabel Marant Otway Studded Ankle Boots
(Price Unknown, SOLD OUT)

Celebrities Love Isabel Marant

Isabel Marant Fall 2009 Studded Ankle Booties in black suede

Sienna Miller & Lindsay Lohan wearing black suede Isabel Marant Fall 2009 studded ankle boots

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Wanted “Quebec” Ankle Boots

UPDATE (11/24/2011): After more than 2 years since the last find I’ve found a new Otway look-a-like by Wanted. Currently on sale and available in either black or navy faux suede.

Wanted “Quebec” Ankle Boots
($43.99, Endless)

P.S.: Also available at Shoebuy.

ALDO “Zabrocki” Studded Ankle Booties

UPDATE (11/07/2009): Stumbled upon yet another great and affordable Isabel Marant Otway alternative by ALDO.

ALDO “Zabrocki” Studded Ankle Booties
($150, Amazon)

Rosegold “Halle” Studded Ankle Boots

UPDATE (10/05/2009): Look at this knockoff version by Rosegold and try to spot the difference between this one and the Isabel Marant boots. These booties are as close as you can get to the original.However, a knockoff this great comes at a price: $285. Yup, that’s pretty expensive, but probably still at least a few hundred dollars cheaper than the original. If you have the cash, why not spend it on these awesome knockoffs?

Rosegold “Halle” Studded Ankle Boots
($285, Singer22)

Jeffrey Campbell “Us” Studded Ankle Boots

Kudos to Jeffrey Campbell for always finding the right shoes to knock-off. Someone over there is doing his/her homework. Their “Us” studded booties are obviously a tribute to Isabel Marant’s booties. I just wish the heel would look more like the original. Available in black suede or black leather.

Jeffrey Campbell “Us” Studded Ankle Boots
($164.95, Solestruck)

Steve Madden “BLITZI” Ankle Boots

Steve Madden seems to have sniffed a trend here as well and decided to make their own interpretation of the ankle booties. The heel of their booties is higher and brown instead of black, but everything else is pretty much identical. Comes also in brown suede.

Steve Madden “BLITZI” Ankle Boots
($189.95, Steve Madden)

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In Selena Gomez’ Closet – bebe Cracked Leatherette Faux Fur Jacket & Franco Sarto Boots

by Irina on October 26, 2011

A few days ago Selena Gomez was getting her hair done in Vancouver, Canada looking cozy and stylish in a faux fur wrap jacket by bebe. Love the knotted tee, the buckled boots and the fact that Selena chose to go with an affordable look. Gotta love budget-conscious celebrities!

Selena Gomez wearing a silver grey bebe Cracked Leatherette Faux Fur Jacket

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Who?	Selena Gomez
Where?	Vancouver, Canada
When?	October 14, 2011
What?	bebe Cracked Leatherette Faux Fur Jacket ($159), Franco Sarto “Imply” Boots ($159.99)

bebe Cracked Leatherette Faux Fur Jacket

bebe Cracked Leatherette Faux Fur Jacket
($159, bebe)

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Real vs. Steal – Pierre Hardy Buckle-fastening Suede Sandals

by Irina on October 23, 2011

We’ve seen a lot of colorblocking this year, mostly on clothes. Pierre Hardy incorporated this trend into his Fall 2011 collection which resulted in the blue-beige-rust colorblock suede sandals you see below. I do like the design, but the color combination is a little lackluster, don’t you agree? And this at $1.285!

Pierre Hardy Buckle-fastening Suede Sandals
($1.285, NET-A-PORTER)

LeAnn Rimes Loves Pierre Hardy

LeAnn Rimes in Pierre Hardy Buckle-fastening Suede Sandals

Jeffrey Campbell “Dressen” Suede Platform Sandals

Now that’s more like it! Good old Jeffrey Campbell took the Pierre Hardy design and spiced it up with more vibrant colors. Still a bit pricey at $188 but so much cheaper than the original!

Jeffrey Campbell “Dressen” Suede Platform Sandals
($199.95, Solestruck)

P.S.: Also available in a purple/pink/rust color combo at LuLu*s.

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