by Vahni on April 29, 2010
UPDATE: This post has been updated on April 29, 2010. 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
($750, NET-A-PORTER)
Celebrities Love Miu Miu
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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
($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
($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 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
(£18, Matalan)
by Celine on April 15, 2010
UPDATE: This post has been updated on April 15, 2010. Scroll down to see the new add.
Do you guys remember when Sex and the City the movie came out and everyone went gaga (including myself) for Carrie’s Dior gladiator sandals? Those heels were amazing. I love that look of a pump with studs or embellishment; they’re like jewels for your feet. These Miu Miu Rivet sandals are equally as awe-inspiring. I’m such a fan of the deep chestnut color and the brushed silver studs. They are currently on sale right now for $320 (retail price: $795), but even that is still out of my budget. So we began the search for a cheaper version.
Miu Miu Rivet Sandals
($320.93, Barney’s)
Celebrities Love Miu Miu
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Wild Diva Roselyn-01 Studded Platform Sandals
UPDATE (04/15/2010): Here’s yet another Miu Miu alternative by Wild Diva.
Wild Diva Roselyn-01 Studded Platform Sandals
($39, Endless)
Dolce Vita “Saber” Peep-Toe Pumps
UPDATE (04/11/2010): Found this great though somewhat pricey Miu Miu knockoff by Dolce Vita via The Look 4 Less. Available in black or brown.
Dolce Vita “Saber” Peep-Toe Pumps
($198.95, Endless)
P.S.: Also available at NORDSTROM
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Vince Camuto “Mabel” Sandals
Look at these sandals. Now scroll back up to the Miu Mius. Aside from the color and maybe a *slightly* lower heel, can you see any discrepancies? I can’t. Vince Camuto has created an amazing knock-off of the Miu Mius. They have almost every detail down perfectly – including the stud swirls! At about half the SALE price of the originals, I say these are a must have. Also available in black.
Vince Camuto “Mabel” Sandals
($120, Dillard’s)
AmiClubWear Peep Toe Stud Heels
Now if you’re looking for a super affordable version of the Miu Miu Rivet sandals, why not try these heels by AmiClubWear? At $25.99 they’re lacking some of the pretty, delicate details that the original pair have but they’re still very cute and that 5 inch heel will make your legs look miles long. If you’re checking out these shoes on the retailer’s site, make sure to click on the thumbnail where we see the model’s legs. The other pics show a slightly distorted image. These are also available in black, cream and grey but act quickly as only limited sizes are left.
AmiClubWear Peep Toe Stud Heels
($25.99, AmiClubWear)
New Look Studded Cut Out Platforms
UK retailer, New Look, has offered up a slightly more streamlined pair of platform pumps. The studs are there but they left out the swirly patterns. Still, it’s pretty clear where they pulled their inspiration from – the silhouette is virtually identical to the Miu Mius. The price, however, is not. These will only set you back about $34 or £25. Available both in the black, pictured here, and cream.
New Look Studded Cut Out Platforms
(£25, New Look)
by Irina on October 22, 2009
UPDATE: This post has been updated on October 22, 2009. Scroll down to see the new knockoff.
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.
Yves Saint Laurent Cutout Platform Sandals
($870, Bergdorf Goodman)
P.S.: Also available in brown at 
MyTheresa on sale for $455.
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.
Boutique 9 “Iola” Platform Sandals
UPDATE (10/22/2009): Found yet another YSL knockoff by Boutique 9. Available in black & purple.
Boutique 9 “Iola” Platform Sandals
($149, Nine West)
GUESS Tunner2 Platform Sandals
UPDATE (08/16/2009): Found another pair of YSL knockoffs by GUESS.
GUESS Tunner2 Platform Sandals
($87.96, Zappos)
P.S.: Also available at Endless
, Onlineshoes.com
& Dillard’s
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Bebe Maya Leather Cutout Sandal
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 Sandal
($119, Bebe)
by Irina on September 3, 2009
Finding weather appropriate shoes for the transition phase between summer and fall can be quite tough sometimes. You can’t wear sandals because your feet would freeze at night, but wearing booties the all day long will cook your feet and make them a boiling torture as well. That’s why open-toe ankle booties are just perfect for this difficult time. They let your feet breathe during the day, but keep them warm at night. The Giuseppe Zanotti cut-out peep-toe booties below are a great example of such footwear.
Giuseppe Zanotti Cut-Out Peep-toe Booties
($605.99, Bluefly)
Type Z “Twilight” Cut-out Ankle Boots
These cut-out peep-toe booties by Type Z will give you an almost identical Giuseppe Zanotti look for about 1/6 of the original’s sale price. The heel is slightly thicker on these knockoffs, but apart from that they could be easily mistaken for the real deal, don’t you think?
Type Z “Twilight” Cut-out Ankle Boots
($95, Zappos)
Dorothy Perkins Lace Up Strap Booties
UK/European fans of the above Giuseppe Zanotti peep-toe booties can save some serious cash as well by opting for these Zanotti look-a-likes by Dorothy Perkins. They lack the contrast white stitching, but make up for this with the almost identical stiletto heel. Plus, they’re currently on sale for £25 (were £38).
Dorothy Perkins Lace Up Strap Booties
(£25, Dorothy Perkins)
by Irina on August 6, 2009
UPDATE: This post has been updated on August 06, 2009. Scroll down to see the new knockoffs.
I LOVE Giuseppe Zanotti shoes! No big surprise I know, which shoe fanatic wouldn’t love exquisite, premium Italian shoes? The sexy cutout sandals below belong to my absolute favorites, but since my budget won’t allow for such a heavy purchase, all I can do is dream. And look out for some knockoffs.
Giuseppe Zanotti Cutout Sandals
($520, Zappos)
P.S.: Endless
has the same cutout sandals available in a few more sizes.
ZiGiny “Diva” Heel
UPDATE (08/06/2009): Found these awesome Giuseppe Zanotti knockoffs by ZiGiny today.
Finally someone got the cut-outs right even though I wish they would’ve kept the silver heel like the originals. Available color options are black, cognac and brown.
ZiGiny “Diva” Cutout Sandals
($99.95, Endless)
P.S.: Also available at Karmaloop
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Urban Vibe Strappy Heels
UPDATE (08/06/2009): Another great Giuseppe Zanotti knockoff version I found on Wet Seal.
Don’t they look like the Zanottis? Almost identical and they even have the cute silver stiletto heel. Best thing is: they retail for very affordable $24.50. Click on the link below and navigate to the shoe section or enter style number “41202128” in the search field to find the knockoffs on the website.
Urban Vibe Strappy Heels
Style: 41202128
($24.50, Wet Seal)
Michael Antonio “Selma” Cutout Sandals
UPDATE #1: So after I published the Giuseppe Zanotti knockoffs below a few hours earlier this day, I accidentally stumbled upon another Zanotti inspired pair.
The “Selma” cutout sandals by Michael Antonio are almost spot-on. The only thing that differs is the heel which is black instead of silver. Not talking about the quality aspect of course. The cutout edges on these here don’t look perfect as well, but at least they are a lot better than on the Pierre Dumas version, no? Other available color options at FlyJane are plum or red.
HOT DEAL: All my loyal InTheirCloset readers receive $10 OFF their purchase of $100 or more. Use coupon code FJINTHEIRCLOSET.
Michael Antonio “Selma” Cutout Sandals
($54.90, FlyJane)
P.S.: Endless
has the same sandals in black, grey, red, brown and plum.
Pierre Dumas IDEAL-2 Cutout Sandals
These sandals by Pierre Dumas are almost identical and although the cutout edges look a little bit raw, I think they are still a good option if you are looking to save a huge amount of cash (more than 90% to be exact!). The sandals come in either black or tobacco and retail for $46.98. Snap them up while you can, I’m pretty sure they will sell out soon.
Pierre Dumas IDEAL-2 Cutout Sandals
($46.98, LoveMyShoes)