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Real vs. Steal – Christian Louboutin Fifre Ankle Boots

by Irina on September 21, 2011

UPDATE: This post has been updated on September 21, 2011. Scroll down to see the new add.

Each season everyone’s favorite shoe genius, Monsieur Louboutin, comes up with a new signature shape and releases multiple shoe styles (pump, sandal, boot version) which revolve around that shape. This fall it’s the “Fifre” shape: a buttoned shoe with an intricately carved out heel. I instantly fell in love with this style & was waiting for what feels like ages for a CL look-a-like to pop up.

Christian Louboutin Fifre Ankle Boots in black suede

Christian Louboutin Fifre Ankle Boots
($1.195, Barney’s)

Celebrities Love Christian Louboutin

Renée Zellweger and Cheryl Cole wearing black suede Christian Louboutin Fifre Ankle Boots

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Ros Hommerson “Twiggy” Booties

UPDATE (09/21/2011): Here’s another Louboutin look-a-like I found coming from Ros Hommerson. Available in black and red suede as well as black leather.

Ros Hommerson "Twiggy" Booties in black suede (Christian Louboutin Fifre knockoffs)

Ros Hommerson “Twiggy” Bootiescj
($143.95, Endless)

P.S.: Also available at ShoeMallcj.

Vince Camuto “Jenks” Booties

UPDATE (08/17/2011): After a long, long time I came across another fab CL Fifre look-a-like by Vince Camuto. Available in black or taupe suede.

Vince Camuto "Jenks" Booties in black suede (Christian Louboutin Fifre knockoffs)

Vince Camuto “Jenks” Bootiescj
($159, Endless)

P.S.: Also available at Vince Camutols.

Jeffrey Campbell “Sgt. Pepper” Ankle Boots

UPDATE (08/17/2011): Jeffrey Campbell has a great CL Fifre look-a-like as well. Only available at Free People. Comes in black, grey and burgundy suede.

Jeffrey Campbell "Sgt. Pepper" Ankle Boots in black suede (Christian Louboutin Fifre knockoffs)

Jeffrey Campbell “Sgt. Pepper” Ankle Boots
($198, Free People)

Charles Albert “New 1347″ Booties

UPDATE (12/28/2009): Found another super similar and much cheaper Louboutin alternative by Charles Albert.

Charles Albert "New 1347" Booties in black suede (Christian Louboutin Fifre knockoffs)

Charles Albert “New 1347″ Bootiesendless
($27.98, Endless)

Steve Madden “TRUMPIT” Ankle Booties

Christian Louboutin seems to be Steve Madden‘s inexhaustible source of inspiration. His latest Louboutin inspired creation is the “TRUMPIT” ankle bootie which looks like its designer counterpart’s little brother. The only difference is that the buttons on these here are gold and not black (Cheryl’s version however has gold buttons as well, so there have to be different versions of the bootie). If you’re still looking for the perfect little pair of ankle booties to get you through fall and winter, why not considering these? Available in either black or red suede.

Steve Madden "TRUMPIT" Ankle Booties in black suede (Christian Louboutin Fifre knockoffs)

Steve Madden “TRUMPIT” Ankle Bootiesendless
($149.95, Endless)

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Real vs. Steal – Valentino Bow D’Orsay Pumps

by Vahni on August 23, 2011

UPDATE: This post has been updated on August 23, 2011. Scroll down to see the new add.

This fantastic Valentino Bow D’Orsay Pump may look a little familiar to you…that’s because we featured the red version here on ITC back in July 2009. But nude heels are so hot right now that we felt compelled to revisit this pair. They’re a totally fresh take on nude—sculptural and feminine at the same time.

Valentino Bow D'Orsay Pumps in nude

Valentino Bow D’Orsay Pumpsls
($645, NORDSTROM)

Celebrities Love Valentino

Jennifer Love Hewitt, Brenda Song, Ashley Jones, Eva Longoria, Kim Kardashian and Solange Knowles wearing Valentino Bow D'Orsay Pumps

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Alloy D’orsay Stiletto Bow Pumps

UPDATE (08/23/2011): Here’s another fine Valentino knockoff which you can grab at Alloy. Available in black or nude faux patent leather.

Alloy D'orsay Stiletto Bow Pumps in black and nude patent (Valentino knockoffs)

Alloy D’orsay Stiletto Bow Pumpsls
($36.90, Alloy)

Sam Edelman “Lorna” Spiked Bow Pumps

UPDATE (05/16/2011): I love, love, love Sam Edelman‘s punched up take on Valentino’s classic bow d’orsay pump. A spiked bow?! Genius!

Sam Edelman "Lorna" Spiked Bow Pumps in nude (Valentino knockoffs)

Sam Edelman “Lorna” Spiked Bow Pumpscj
($175, Zappos)

P.S.: Also available at Piperlimecj, Endlesscj, Jildorcj, AKIRA, NORDSTROMls, Solestruck, Bloomingdale’sls & Dillard’sls.

Paris Hilton “Senorita” Bow Pumps

So now that you’ve seen the Valentino Bow D’Orsay Pumps and have fallen in love, here’s your real-world option: the “Senorita” Bow Pump by Paris Hilton. I know, I know, Paris Hilton. But this is a nude pump unlike any of the ones we’ve featured lately, and it really is hauntingly similar to the higher-priced version. Plus, it’s available in 11 (!) different colors and finishes.

Paris Hilton "Senorita" Bow Pumps in nude (Valentino knockoffs)

Paris Hilton “Senorita” Bow Pumps
($94.99, Heels.com)

P.S.: Also available at Shoes.com, Shoebuycj, DNA Footwearcj & Macy’sls.

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Real vs. Steal – Christian Louboutin Pigalle Crystal Encrusted Stiletto Pumps

by Irina on December 8, 2010

UPDATE: This post has been updated on December 08, 2010. Scroll down to see the new add.

OMG! I’m out of words. If I had to describe these gold strass stiletto pumps by Christian Louboutin with 3 words, mine would be SEX – DIVA & DANGER. No need for a foreplay if you’re wearing these heels. I probably could walk (or rather stand) in these a mere 5 minutes at most, but it’d be sooo worth it. Too bad they’re out of my budget. Even though I don’t know the exact retail price I’m pretty sure it’s somewhere around $2.000. Bummer!

Christian Louboutin Pigalle Crystal Encrusted Stiletto Pumps in gold

Christian Louboutin Pigalle Crystal Encrusted Stiletto Pumps
(Price Unknown, N/A)

Celebrities Love Christian Louboutin

Sarah Jessica Parker and Fergie wearing Christian Louboutin Pigalle Strass Stiletto Pumps

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Lauren Jones “Zinger” Glitter Pumps

UPDATE (12/08/2010): Just stumbled upon these Louboutin alternatives by Lauren Jones. Available in gold, black, blue and fuchsia glitter as well as black and white satin.

Lauren Jones "Zinger" Glitter Pumps in gold (Christian Louboutin Pigalle knockoffs)

Lauren Jones “Zinger” Glitter Pumpsendless
($109, Endless)

P.S.: Also available at NORDSTROM.

Betsey Johnson “Ice” Glitter Pumps

UPDATE (11/02/2010): Here’s another great Louboutin alternative courtesy of Betsey Johnson. Available in gold, silver & black glitter.

Betsey Johnson "Ice" Glitter Pumps in gold (Christian Louboutin Pigalle knockoffs)

Betsey Johnson “Ice” Glitter Pumpsendless
($140, Endless)

P.S.: Also available at Zapposcj.

Martinez Valero “Zeta” Pumps

UPDATE (07/05/2010): Just found this sequined Pigalle look-a-like by Martinez Valero. Available in gold, black and bronze.

Martinez Valero Zeta Pumps in gold sequin (Christian Louboutin Pigalle knockoffs)

Martinez Valero “Zeta” Pumpsendless
($149.95, Endless)

P.S.: Also available at Zapposcj, DNA Footwearcj, NORDSTROMls & Sears.

Michael Antonio “Lloyd” Glitter Pumps

UPDATE (05/29/2010): Here’s another Louboutin inspired glitter pump by Michael Antonio. Also available in black, red & silver glitter.

Michael Antonio "Lloyd" Glitter Pumps in gold (Christian Louboutin Pigalle knockoffs)

Michael Antonio “Lloyd” Glitter Pumpsendless
($64.95, Endless)

P.S.: Also available at LuLu*s.

ASOS SARA Pointed Glitter Shoes

UPDATE (05/13/2010): Still lusting after a pair of glitter pumps à la Christian Louboutin? Try these pointy pumps by ASOS.

ASOS SARA Pointed Glitter Shoes in gold (Christian Louboutin Pigalle knockoffs)

ASOS SARA Pointed Glitter Shoesls
($59.18, ASOS)

Liliana “Gland” Glitter Pumps

UPDATE (05/13/2010): And here’s another fabulous Louboutin alternative for under $25 (use coupon code “INTHEIRCLOSET” for 10% OFF!). They are either available in a luscious red or silver glitter. LOVE!

Liliana "Gland" Glitter Pumps in red & silver (Christian Louboutin Pigalle knockoffs)

Liliana “Gland” Glitter Pumps
($20, Ms. Heel)

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Celebrity Look 4 Less – Ciara in Balmain

by Irina on November 11, 2010

Back in June Ciara walked the red carpet of the 2010 BET Awards dressed to the nines in a knockout black Balmain brocade dress with gold chain detail which she paired with a matching gold studded Balmain belt and black Giuseppe Zanotti lace-up booties. I really loved her edgy runway look, but there’s no way I could shell out 22k on a dress and 2k on a pair of shoes, so I tried to recreate Ciara’s BET outfit on a more budget-friendly level. What do you think of my picks? Yay or nay?

Ciara wearing a black Balmain Fall 2010 brocade dress and Giuseppe Zanotti I07049 lace-up booties

Our Rating: ★★★★½

Who?Ciara
Where?2010 BET Awards, LA
When?June 27, 2010
What?Balmain Fall 2010 brocade dresscj, Giuseppe Zanotti I07049 Lace-Up Bootiesendless

Ciara’s Balmain Look 4 Less

Ciara's Balmain Look 4 Less

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Budget Look – Military Chic @ Charlotte Russe

by Irina on October 17, 2010

It’s all about military style this fall. Balmain started it, Burberry Prorsum refined it and the rest came along. Now we’re seeing tons of army green chinos, studded combat boots and military jackets. If you’re loving this trend, but don’t have the cash to follow into Balmain’s footsteps, here’s a budget-friendly outfit I created with all items being available at Charlotte Russe. The total cost of this outfit sums up to a fair $137 and quite frankly I’m a little proud of myself. I’m especially loving the boots here.

Budget Look - Military Chic @ Charlotte Russe

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