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Real vs. Steal – Prada Cutout T-Strap Platform Sandals

by Irina on October 19, 2011

UPDATE: This post has been updated on October 19, 2011. Scroll down to see the new add.

Well, the season for open footwear such as these turquoise suede Prada sandals is pretty much over, but I couldn’t help but show these to you because I really love these little darlings. Love the color, the delicate suede, the cut-outs, the rounded heel. They’re just absolutely lovely and still rockable if you don’t mind wearing tights with open sandals.

Prada Cutout T-Strap Platform Sandals in turquoise suede

Prada Cutout T-Strap Platform Sandals
($571.99, Bluefly)

Celebrities Love Prada

Diane Kruger, Bonnie Wright and Alexa Chung wearing Prada Cutout T-Strap Platform Sandals

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Wild Pair “Apple WP” T-Strap Platform Sandals

UPDATE (10/19/2011): Just discovered this Prada alternative by Wild Pair. Available in tan, black and purple and currently on sale for $69.99!

Wild Pair "Apple WP" T-Strap Platform Sandals in tan, purple and black suede (Prada knockoffs)

Wild Pair “Apple WP” T-Strap Platform Sandalsamazon
($69.99, Amazon)

Vince Camuto “Trinity” T-Strap Platform Sandals

Now who doesn’t want to save a few hundreds but still look great in fab new shoes? I sure do want that! Thank Vince Camuto for an almost perfect identical Prada look-a-like. So close to the originals but so much cheaper. Love²! Available in teal suede and black patent.

Vince Camuto "Trinity" T-Strap Platform Sandals in turquoise suede (Prada knockoffs)

Vince Camuto “Trinity” T-Strap Platform Sandalscj
($129, Endless)

P.S.: Also available at Piperlimecj, Vince Camutols, Dillard’sls & Macy’sls.

B. Makowsky “Vada” T-Strap Pumps

If you rather prefer a closed toe version that is suitable for the Fall, then B. Makowsky has got your back with their Prada inspired “Vada” t-strap heels. Available in black, wine and camel suede.

B. Makowsky "Vada" T-Strap Pumps in black and wine suede (Prada knockoffs)

B. Makowsky “Vada” T-Strap Pumpscj
($129, Endless)

P.S.: Also available at Zapposcj.

Marc Fisher “Spray” Sandals

And last but least: Marc Fisher‘s loosely inspired patent heels. Super affordable and looking quite good, too. Available in black or red patent.

Marc Fisher "Spray" Sandals in black patent (Prada knockoffs)

Marc Fisher “Spray” Sandalsls
($55.30, Macy’s)

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Real vs. Steal – Yves Saint Laurent Cut-Out Platform Sandals

by Irina on July 30, 2011

UPDATE: This post has been updated on July 30, 2011. Scroll down to see the new add.

There’s something about YSL shoes that always keeps me fascinated. I think it’s how most of their shoes have this chunky, awfully impractical platform and the resulting ultra-high stiletto heel that comes with such a platform shape. Perfect examples are the Tribute sandals, the infamous YSL Trib Two pumps and also these black suede platform sandals below which I find myself being quite fond of.

YSL Suede Cutout Platform Sandals in black (Yves Saint Laurent)

Yves Saint Laurent Cutout Platform Sandals
($870, Bergdorf Goodman)

Kylie Minogue Loves YSL

Kylie Minogue has always been a dedicated fan of Yves Saint Laurent and can be often seen wearing something YSL like 2 days ago when she was papped at the airport in Lisbon, Portugal wearing the cutout platforms.

Kylie Minogue wearing black YSL Cutout Platform Sandals

Via Spiga “V-Elysia” Platform Sandals

UPDATE (07/30/2011): After a long look-a-like hiatus, here’s another great though slightly pricey YSL alternative coming from Via Spiga.

Via Spiga "V-Elysia" Platform Sandals in black (YSL knockoffs)

Via Spiga “V-Elysia” Platform Sandalscj
($225, Zappos)

Boutique 9 “Iola” Platform Sandals

UPDATE (10/22/2009): Found yet another YSL knockoff by Boutique 9. Available in black & purple.

Boutique 9 "Iola" Cut-Out Platform Slingbacks in black (Yves Saint Laurent knockoffs)

Boutique 9 “Iola” Platform Sandalscj
($149, Nine West)

GUESS Tunner2 Platform Sandals

UPDATE (08/16/2009): Found another pair of YSL knockoffs by GUESS.

GUESS Tunner2 Platform Sandals in black (YSL knockoffs)

GUESS Tunner2 Platform Sandalscj
($87.96, Zappos)

Bebe “Maya” Leather Cutout Sandals

For weeks I was desperately trying to identify these Bebe knockoffs. I think I already mentioned my knockoff intuition in a previous post. I knew that these platforms were designer knockoffs, but I just couldn’t put my finger on it. The mystery is now finally resolved. If you prefer a different color and want to cut off the price by more than 50%, there is also a tiger-printed suede version of the Maya sandal available which is on sale for $38.49.

Bebe Maya Leather Cutout Sandals in black (YSL knockoffs)

Bebe “Maya” Leather Cutout Sandals
($119, Bebe)

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Real vs. Steal – Jimmy Choo Fire Cut-Out Ankle Boots

by Vahni on May 26, 2011

UPDATE: This post has been updated on May 26, 2011. Scroll down to see the new add.

I am naturally not attracted to red—I have a total of three red pieces in my wardrobe. But when I saw the red suede Jimmy Choo Fire Cut-Out Ankle Boots like Fergie’s (below), I fell in love. Fire indeed! They are totally hot. There’s just something about all those stripes of skin peeking through.

Jimmy Choo Fire Cut-Out Ankle Boots in black & green

Jimmy Choo Fire Cut-Out Ankle Boots
(Price Unknown, SOLD OUT)

Celebrities Love Jimmy Choo

Fergie & Cindy Crawford wearing Jimmy Choo Fire Cut-Out Ankle Boots

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Two Lips “Identity” Cut-Out Booties

UPDATE (05/26/2011): Here’s a gorgeous budget-friendly Jimmy Choo look-a-like by Two Lips. These cut-out booties come also in black, natural, purple, blue & rose.

Two Lips "Identity" Cut-Out Booties in red suede (Jimmy Choo Fire knockoffs)

Two Lips “Identity” Cut-Out Bootiescj
($104.95, Endless)

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

Pierre Dumas “Ciao” Sandals

UPDATE (01/01/2011): Stumbled upon another budget-friendly Choo knockoff by Pierre Dumas. Available in either black or tobacco.

Pierre Dumas "Ciao" Sandals in black (Jimmy Choo Fire knockoffs)

Pierre Dumas “Ciao” Sandalscj
($29.99, Piperlime)

Vince Camuto “Aphrodite” Sandals

Who doesn’t love a Choo shoe? I know no woman alive who’d deny herself the pleasure if her finances could enable the experience. If only. Since most of us can’t fill our closets with boxes by Jimmy Choo (and because the Fire Cut-Out Ankle Boots are sold out anyway) here’s a nice consolation prize: the “Aphrodite” by Vince Camuto. They aren’t 100% like the Choo version, but still a shapely and sexy pair. Available in black, nude and natural… and I’m loving the natural for all those military looks planned for spring.

Vince Camuto "Aphrodite" Cut-out Sandals in black (Jimmy Choo Fire knockoffs)

Vince Camuto “Aphrodite” Sandalsls
($79.90, NORDSTROM)

Office “BASK IN GLORY” Cut-Out Booties

Also worthy of consideration are the “BASK IN GLORY” Cut-Out Booties by Office. Love this shoe for its Choo-like similarities (the buckle detail and opening at the ankle), and also for its daring differences (woven detail and trim). It’s also available in a delectable dark taupe that really showcases the lovely detail on these booties—you must click over to Office to see the 360-degree view. I’d even go so far as to say that I like the dark taupe better than the Choo booties. Now that speaks volumes, doesn’t it?

Office "BASK IN GLORY" Cut-Out Booties in black (Jimmy Choo Fire knockoffs)

Office “BASK IN GLORY” Cut-Out Booties
(£28, Office)

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Real vs. Steal – Fendi Butterfly Platform Pumps

by Velicia Hill on March 29, 2011

Be still my beating heart… because I’m so sure you’ve read my bio (you love me don’t ya?), you already know my heart skipped a beat for these beautiful Fendi shoes! The convergence of blue suede and Italian leather, reeks of quality and skilled craftsmanship. Which I guess justifies the astronomical price tag. But don’t you worry, caterpillar, we’ve found a stylish steal that magically metamorphosed from the Fendi Butterfly.

Fendi Butterfly Platform Pumps in blue suede and black leather

Fendi Butterfly Platform Pumps
($790, SOLD OUT)

Boutique 9 “Caurah” Platform Pumps

Seriously, hats off to Mother Nature! In the natural order of things, what starts off as overpriced, MUST be re-born (fine, I’ll say it… copied) cheaper and just as pretty! “Caurah” by Boutique 9 is a pretty good replica; only missing that extra inch of platform. But for only $170, I’ll spread my beautiful new wings and fly away with this great deal which is available in taupe/pink, black, grey and natural suede.

Boutique 9 "Caurah" Platform Pumps in taupe and pink suede (Fendi knockoffs)

Boutique 9 “Caurah” Platform Pumpscj
($170, Zappos)

P.S.: Also available at Endlessendless, Shopbopcj, Piperlimecj & Macy’sls.

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Real vs. Steal – Miu Miu Forma Cutout Sandals

by Vahni on March 11, 2011

UPDATE: This post has been updated on March 11, 2011. Scroll down to see the new add.

What’s the equivalent of fishnets for the feet? Miu Miu‘s Forma Cutout Sandals. Diagonal weave? Check. Skin peeking through? Check. A little coverage and a little tease? Check and check. Seriously, could they be sexier? I think not. And not many sandals can work with date-night dresses and formal gowns.

Miu Miu Forma Cutout Sandals in black suede

Miu Miu Forma Cutout Sandalsls
($750, NET-A-PORTER)

Celebrities Love Miu Miu

Katy Perry, Anna Dello Russo and Gemma Arterton wearing Miu Miu Forma Cutout Sandals

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Nine West “Elona” Sandals

UPDATE (03/11/2011): And here’s yet another Miu Miu knockoff; this time coming from Nine West. Available in black or nude.

Nine West "Elona" Sandals in black suede (Miu Miu knockoffs)

Nine West “Elona” Sandalscj
($119, Nine West)

Mojo Moxy “Seraphina” Sandals

UPDATE (02/10/2011): Just came across another fantastic Miu Miu alternative by Mojo Moxy. Available in black, taupe and blue suede.

Mojo Moxy "Seraphina" Sandals in black suede (Miu Miu knockoffs)

Mojo Moxy “Seraphina” Sandalsendless
($89.95, Endless)

Lasonia S4425 Platform Sandals

UPDATE (10/21/2010): Stumbled upon this Miu Miu look-a-like by Lasonia today. Available in black, white and grey faux leather.

Lasonia S4425 Platform Sandals in black (Miu Miu knockoffs)

Lasonia S4425 Platform Sandalsendless
($39.95, Endless)

Soda “Venus-S” Pumps

UPDATE (10/21/2010): Found yet another Miu Miu knockoff. This one’s by Soda and it is available in black & khaki faux suede as well as white faux leather.

Soda "Venus-S" Pumps in black faux suede (Miu Miu knockoffs)

Soda “Venus-S” Pumps
($26.99, AmiClubWear)

N.Y.L.A. “Megu” Caged Platform Pumps

UPDATE (04/29/2010): I know I’ve said Aldo has probably the best of these Miu Miu knockoffs, but after discovering the caged cut-out heels by N.Y.L.A. below I want to eat my words! They’re a little pricier than the Aldos, but sooo close to the original it almost feels like stealing. Almost!

N.Y.L.A. "Megu" Caged Platform Pumps in black (Miu Miu Forma knockoffs)

N.Y.L.A. “Megu” Caged Platform Pumpsendless
($119.95, Endless)

ALDO “Kerbow” Basket Weave Sandals

UPDATE (02/22/2010): I was so thrilled to find these amazing knockoffs by ALDO! They look like an almost identical copy of the Miu Mius, but cost less than 1/7 of the originals’ price. Best Deal EVER!

ALDO "Kerbow" Basket Weave Sandals in black (Miu Miu knockoffs)

ALDO “Kerbow” Basket Weave Sandalsendless
($100, Amazon)

Promise “Kissy” Perforated Platform Booties

UPDATE (01/20/2010): Reader Danielle informed us about these Miu Miu knockoffs by Promise. Unfortunately most sizes are already sold out in black and beige, but you can still order them in orange, fuchsia and blue.

Promise "Kissy" Perforated Peep-toe Platform Booties in beige (Miu Miu Forma knockoffs)

Promise “Kissy” Perforated Platform Booties
($26.99, AmiClubWear)

Matalan Laser Cut Platform Shoe Boots

Oh, have we found a lucky little cheat: the Matalan Laser Cut Platform Shoe Boot. UK-based Matalan has produced an amazing version of Miu Miu’s fantastic Forma—for about what I spend on coffee in a week’s time. Perfecto!

Matalan Laser Cut Platform Shoe Boots in black (Miu Miu knockoffs)

Matalan Laser Cut Platform Shoe Boots
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(£18, Matalan)

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