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Real vs. Steal – Alexander McQueen Studded Platform Booties

by Irina on May 20, 2011

UPDATE: This post has been updated on May 20, 2011. Scroll down to see the new add.

[FYI: The original post was written prior to Alexander McQueen's death, in October 2009.]

It’s quite rare to find a designer who does not only great clothes, but also great shoes. The genius that is Alexander McQueen certainly belongs into this category. I always look forward to what he’s coming up with season after season.

His shoe designs are sometimes crazy, sometimes painfully cute or edgy or just badass like these grommet slingback booties below. But they are always unique. There is ONE thing that bugs me about his shoes though: the PRICE, of course! Despite being on sale, you’d still have to shell out more than $600 to own these kickass heels. Sadly, this is no option for me.

Alexander McQueen Studded Platform Booties
($656.10, Zappos)

Mischa Barton Loves Alexander McQueen

Mischa Barton wearing Alexander McQueen Studded Slingback Booties in black

Charles Albert New 1288 Booties

UPDATE (05/20/2011): After a long, long time another McQueen knockoff popped up. This one’s by Charles Albert and it’s quite easy on the wallet with a price tag of only $34.95. Yay!

Charles Albert New 1288 Booties
($34.95, Endless)

Wet Seal Grommet Slingback Heels

UPDATE (12/10/2009): Here’s one more budget-friendly alternative by Wet Seal.

Click on the link below and navigate to the shoes section or enter style number “41675052” in the search field to find the Alexander McQueen inspired grommet booties on the website.

Wet Seal Grommet Slingback Heels
Style #: 41675052
($32.50, Wet Seal)

Faith “Lush” Eyelet Slingback Sandals

UPDATE (10/31/2009): Found yet another Alexander McQueen knockoff by Faith for all UK/European McQueen lovers. The slingbacks are available in either black leather or grey suede.

Faith “Lush” Eyelet Slingback Sandals
(£75, Faith UK)

Luichiny “Poke A Dot” Slingback Booties

UPDATE (10/02/2009): Yet another Alexander McQueen knockoff. This one’s by Luichiny.

Luichiny “Poke A Dot” Slingback Booties
($85.46, Endless)

Gabriella Rocha “Nanuck” Grommet Booties

UPDATE (09/25/2009): Here’s another Alexander McQueen knockoff version by Gabriella Rocha.

Gabriella Rocha “Nanuck” Grommet Booties
($67, Zappos)

N.Y.L.A. “Revel” Peep-toe Slingbacks

UPDATE (08/14/2009): Found another great looking Alexander McQueen knockoff by N.Y.L.A..

N.Y.L.A. “Revel” Peep Toe Slingbacks
($109.95, Endless)

STEVEN by Steve Madden “TUTORR” Slingback Booties

If you want to channel your inner rock chick as well, try these suede slingback booties by STEVEN by Steve Madden. The platform is higher (= easier to walk in) and the stiletto has been replaced with a cone heel, but otherwise they look practically the same. Also available in blue suede.

Steve Madden “TUTORR” Grommet Peep-toe Booties
($169.95, Endless)

Bebe Belinda Slingback Grommet Bootie

Not digging the gold hardware or the suede? Bebe‘s “Belinda” Grommet Booties might fit your bill then. They have silver instead of gold grommets and the platform is hidden. These have also been messed up with a cone heel though it’s not as extreme as on the Steve Madden version.

Bebe Belinda Slingback Grommet Bootie
($104.99, Bebe)

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Real vs. Steal – Camilla Skovgaard Zaha Open-Toe Booties

by Irina on September 9, 2010

UPDATE: This post has been updated on September 09, 2010. Scroll down to see the new add.

One year ago I was not familiar with Camilla Skovgaard shoes. This quickly changed when I saw more and more celebrities wearing her shoe designs on the red carpet. Of all the new and upcoming shoe designers that are currently out there, Camilla has the biggest potential to become one of my absolute favorite shoe designers among the likes of Giuseppe Zanotti, Brian Atwood or Christian Louboutin.

Camilla Skovgaard Zaha Open-Toe Booties
($594.95, Endless)

Celebrities Love Camilla Skovgaard

Angie Harmon and Khloe Kardashian in Camilla Skovgaard "Zaha" Open-Toe Booties in taupe

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N.Y.L.A. “Mayjah” Booties

UPDATE (09/09/2009): Just came across yet another Zaha look-a-like by N.Y.L.A.. Available in black leather or furchsia and taupe suede.

N.Y.L.A. “Mayjah” Booties
($104.95, Endless)

Faith “Chelsea” Court Shoes

UPDATE (12/29/2009): Here’s another Camilla Skovgaard look-a-like version from UK shoe retailer Faith. Available in black and taupe.

Faith “Chelsea” Court Shoes
(£80, Faith)

New Look Leather Ankle Boots

UPDATE (11/24/2009): Fans of Camilla Skovgaard in the UK can finally also snag a pair of Zaha look-a-likes by New Look.

New Look Leather Ankle Boots
(£50, New Look)

Anne Michelle “Survivor32″ Platform Pumps

UPDATE (11/05/2009): Found yet another pair of super cheap knockoffs by Anne Michelle.

Anne Michelle “Survivor32″ Platform Pumps
($24.99, Amazon)

Michael Antonio “Minako” Booties

UPDATE (10/20/2009): Found another pair of Camilla Skovgaard knockoffs by Michael Antonio.

Michael Antonio “Minako” Open-toe Booties
($55.95, Endless)

Steven by Steve Madden “LINORE” Booties

Steve Madden did again what he does best – copying designer shoes. And I must admit I really like his interpretation of the “Zaha” ankle booties. Not quite the cheapest, but the quality looks great, don’t you agree?

Steven by Steve Madden “LINORE” Peep-toe Booties
($129.95, Endless)

Nine West “Abi” Open-Toe Ankle Boots

If you want to save some more cash, you might find yourself liking these Camilla Skovgaard knockoffs by Nine West. The heel on these is thicker and they have a platform which the originals don’t have, but overall they’re still a good alternative to the pricey Skovgaard booties.

Nine West “Abi” Open-Toe Ankle Boots
($79.16, Zappos)

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Real vs. Steal – Brian Atwood Miri Platform Ankle Boots

by Irina on August 31, 2010

UPDATE: This post has been updated on August 31, 2010. Scroll down to see the new add.

Brian Atwood shoes – one day I am going to buy me a pair. Definitely! Whatever he comes up with each season, I find myself loving it obsessively. Brian Atwood sure is one of the most talented and most promising shoe designers right now. The platform ankle below boots are one of the many, many reasons you gotta love him. They are perfection! So high, but oh so delicate.

Brian Atwood Miri Platform Ankle Boots
($785, NET-A-PORTER)

Pour La Victoire “Asas” Ankle Boots

UPDATE (08/31/2010): Woohoo! Just in time for fall I’ve stumbled upon these Brian Atwood Miri look-a-likes by Pour La Victoire. Not really a steal, but so close to the orignals, aren’t they? Available in taupe or black.

Pour La Victoire “Asas” Ankle Boots
($309.95, Endless)

P.S.: Also available at Footnotes & Piperlime.

Faith “Sorena” Platform Ankle Booties

These ankle boots by Faith instantly reminded me of the above Brian Atwood platforms and I think they would serve as a great alternative for British/European Brian Atwood lovers who you can’t spend that mush cash on the real deal. They are a little bit pricey at £120, but still a lot cheaper than the Brian Atwood booties. If you prefer a different color, the ankle boots also come in black and purple.

Faith “Sorena” Platform Ankle Booties
(£120, Faith)

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Real vs. Steal – Chloé Susan Studded Ankle Boots

by Irina on May 19, 2010

UPDATE: This post has been updated on May 19, 2010. Scroll down to read the news.

If you are familiar with the fashion blogosphere I’m pretty sure you will all remember the studded Chloé ankle boots below as they’ve created quite a buzz among fashion bloggers last year. Even though they cost over ONE THOURSAND a pair, people bought them like crazy and the boots soon were sold out everywhere.

Chloé Pre-Fall 2008 Red Studded Ankle Boots

Chloé Pre-Fall 2008 Black Studded Ankle Boots

Chloé “Susan” Studded Ankle Boots
($1.245, SOLD OUT)

Chloé Pre-Fall 2008

The studded ankle boots were part of Chloé’s Pre-Fall 2008 collection and came in an array of colors like red, white, black and green (my personal favorite!).

Chloé Pre-Fall 2008 Flat Studded Ankle Boots in red, white, black and green

Chloé Pre-Fall 2008

Kate Bosworth & Sienna Miller Love Chloé

Famous fashionistas Kate Bosworth and Sienna Miller both sported the studded ankle boots in red. Kate was literally obsessed with those boots and wore them whenever possible last year. And can we blame her? They are so cute and both women looked absolutely fabulous wearing them, didn’t they?

Kate Bosworth and Sienna Miller wearing red Chloé Pre-Fall 2008 studded ankle boots

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Office Manic Stud Strap Boots

UPDATE (05/19/2010): Office have just restocked their awesome, almost identical Chloé knockoffs for the 4th time and reduced the price by £15. If you missed out on these in the past, this is probably your last chance to get hold of these booties.

Office Manic Stud Strap Boots
(£85, Office)

Jeffrey Campbell “Starburst” Studded Booties

Free People always seems to get the best Jeffrey Campbell knockoffs. First they got the awesome Ann Deumeulemeester lace-up boots and now they sell knockoffs of the iconic Chloé studded ankle boots (Free People call this style “Northern Lights” while JC and other retailers named it “Starburst”).

Don’t they look almost identical? The heel is a bit off, but the studs and buckles are pretty close. The only downsides are that the Jeffrey Campbell studded booties don’t come in red and retail for not so affordable $198. But the boots are available in black, white and brown, so if you always wanted a budget-friendlier alternative, these Jeffrey Campbell knockoffs are probably your last and only chance as the Chloés are a couple of seasons old now.

Jeffrey Campbell “Starburst” Studded Booties
($149.95, Solestruck)

P.S.: Also available at Singer22, Free People & Footnotes.

Faith “MOROS” Studded Boots

UPDATE (10/12/2009): Found a high leg boot knockoff by Faith. Europeans & UKler, grab these boots while they’re still available!

Faith “MOROS” Studded Boots
(£135, Faith)

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Real vs. Steal – Giuseppe Zanotti Jeweled High Heel Sandals

by Vahni on May 18, 2010

UPDATE: This post has been updated on May 18, 2010. Scroll down to see the new adds.

Are these Giuseppe Zanotti jeweled sandals gorrr-jusss or what? I can just imagine them on a bride at a seaside wedding, or with a flowing caftan, with a summery cocktail in hand. They’re just so feminine and I love that they’re jeweled, but with a bit of an earthy feel. But $1.075? That’s practically the cost of a plane ticket to the coastal paradise where I imagine myself wearing these beauties.

Giuseppe Zanotti E00131 Jeweled High Heel Sandals
($1.075, Endless)

P.S.: Also available at Zappos & Farfetch.

ZiGiny “Spence” Dress Sandals

UPDATE (05/18/2010): Found a second, amazingly close knockoff by ZiGiny. Available in gold or black satin.

ZiGiny “Spence” Dress Sandals
($99.95, Endless)

Carlos by Carlos Santana “Tango” Sandals

UPDATE (05/18/2010): Not a match in color, but the design of these dressy Carlos by Carlos Santana sandals is unmistakenly that of Zanotti. Available in black/black, black/white, bronze & turquoise.

Carlos by Carlos Santana “Tango” Sandals
($110, Endless)

P.S.: Also available at Shoebuy, Zappos, Shoes.com, Carlos Santana & Macy’s.

Kelsi Dagger “Grace” Platform Sandals

A wonderful alternative to Zanotti’s Jeweled High Heel Sandals are the “Grace” Platform Sandals by Kelsi Dagger. You still get the earthy feeling and lovely details at a price anyone can justify. Available in black, taupe and nude (shown).

Kelsi Dagger “Grace” Platform Sandals
($148.95, Endless)

P.S.: Also available at Overstock & REVOLVEClothing.

Faith “Laqueena” Satin Sandals

Another option are the “Laqueena” Satin Sandals by UK-based Faith. They’re more flashy than earthy, yes—but they could be the shining star in an otherwise simple (and neutral) outfit. Available in purple and orange satin.

Faith “Laqueena” Satin Sandals
(£75, Faith)

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