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Real vs. Steal – Christian Louboutin Greissimo Knotted Satin Platform Pumps

by Roseanne on January 29, 2012

UPDATE: This post has been updated on January 29, 2012. Scroll down to see the new add.

Though I’m not an enthusiast of satin coated shoes, there is something unique about the Christian Louboutin “Greissimo” Knotted Satin Platform Pumps. The more I looked at some of my favorite celebrities wearing them, the more inclined I was to like them. Maybe it’s the element of the Louboutin name or rather the simplicity of the design. Even for those who find these alluring pumps very praiseworthy, the price and retailer are unknown. On that note, we have a steal that won’t break your wallet.

Christian Louboutin Greissimo Knotted Satin Platform Pumps in black

Christian Louboutin Greissimo Knotted Satin Platform Pumps
(Price Unknown, SOLD OUT)

Celebrities Love Christian Louboutin

Sofia Vergara, Leslie Mann, Cheryl Cole and Amber Rose wearing black Christian Louboutin Greissimo Knotted Satin Platform Pumps

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Gianni Bini “Ginger” Peep-Toe Platform Pumps

UPDATE (01/29/2012): If you prefer leather than satin, Gianni Bini has a fantastic Louboutin look-a-like for $89.99! Also available in various other colors & uppers.

Gianni Bini “Ginger” Peep-Toe Platform Pumps
($89.99, Dillard’s)

Luichiny “Sure Thing” Satin Peep-toe Pumps

I really like the magenta color of these Luichiny “Sure Thing” Satin Peep-toe Pumps. Available in an array of colors, I think that these shoes will make a great addition to one’s wardrobe. There are a lot of elements to play around with, and the wide spectrum of hues makes it that much easier to incorporate a touch of color. Although these pumps are bold, I appreciate that they can also be dressed down for a more low-key look. Plus, these are priced under $100.

Luichiny “Sure Thing” Satin Peep-toe Pumps
($89.95, Endless)

P.S.: Also available at Heels.com, Zappos, ShoeMall & Shoes.com.

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Real vs. Steal – Miu Miu Suede Peep-Toe Flared Pumps

by Roseanne on January 29, 2012

UPDATE: This post has been updated on January 29, 2012. Scroll down to see the new adds.

Prada is known for redefining what fashion truly is by following the theme of subtle luxury. Miu Miu, from the Prada fashion house, merely follows the same concept but with an avant garde flair. I found that the entire Miu Miu Fall collection was very versatile and most importantly super wearable. The Suede Peep-Toe Flared Pumps exhibit an architectural sculpted heel which is bold yet minimalistic, therefore making it wearable for every occasion. I love the way Taylor Swift wore these pumps; it’s classy yet modern and the red lip adds a touch of boldness. Who do you think wore Miu Miu best?

Miu Miu Suede Peep-Toe Flared Pumps
($595, NET-A-PORTER)

Celebrities Love Miu Miu

Taylor Swift, Elizabeth Banks, Hailee Steinfeld and Lyndsy Fonseca wearing Miu Miu Suede Peep-Toe Flared Pumps

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ASOS PREMIER Suede Platform Peep Toe Pumps

UPDATE (01/29/2012): Just stumbled upon these fabulous Miu Miu alternatives which are available at ASOS. I love, love, love the navy suede version.

ASOS PREMIER Suede Platform Peep Toe Pumps
($116.38, ASOS)

Office “Kiss of Life” Platform Pumps

UPDATE (01/29/2012): Office is also offering Miu Miu 4 less with their “Kiss of Life” pumps which come in either black suede or rust leather.

Office “Kiss of Life” Platform Pumps
(£75, Office)

Gianni Bini “Daniella” Peep-Toe Platform Pumps

UPDATE (01/29/2012): Here a few more Miu Miu knockoffs, all under $80. By Gianni Bini. I really like the blue python print version for some reason.

Gianni Bini “Daniella” Peep-Toe Platform Pumps
($79.99, Dillard’s)

Jean-Michel Cazabat “Shala” Platform Pumps

For one who is looking to indulge in the flared heel style, these Jean-Michel Cazabat “Shala” Platform Pumps are a remarkable look-a-like. These are chicly refined, and are essentially for any woman’s taste. It is very hard to distinguish the difference between these and the pumps by Miu Miu. Even by looking at the miniscule details, for one I can’t tell the difference. Aside from flaunting a similar style, these are much more affordable. Available in black or light grey suede.

Jean-Michel Cazabat “Shala” Platform Pumps
($280, Endless)

P.S.: Also available at Shopbop.

KG “Caggie” Platform Peep-toe Pumps

Like the look-a-like above, these KG by Kurt Geiger “Caggie” Peep-toe Pumps also follow a similar concept. As a more affordable alternative, these are definitely less costly than the Miu Miu pumps as well as the Jean-Michel Cazabat pumps above. Available in black suede or nude leather.

KG “Caggie” Platform Peep-toe Pumps
($150.40, ASOS)

P.S.: Also available at House of Fraser & Kurt Geiger.

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Real vs. Steal – Alexander McQueen Crystal Embellished Platform Pumps

by Irina on January 19, 2012

I’ve always been kind of obsessed with everything red and sparkly. I call it the Dorothy complex. What’s not to love about a glitzy heel in the epitome of all statement colors? You can wear the most boring outfit; throw on a pair of red pumps and voilà you’re the center of attention. These red crystal embellished pumps by Alexander McQueen are haunting me. As if I didn’t have enough shoe obsessions already! Truly tempting, but the price is nothing but a nightmare.

Alexander McQueen Crystal Embellished Platform Pumps in red

Alexander McQueen Crystal Embellished Peep-toe Pumps
($2.074, SOLD OUT)

Gianni Bini “Marilyn” Studded Peep-Toe Pumps

UPDATE (01/19/2012): Gianni Bini has a fairly similar pump. Available in red, black, white, ivory and blush satin.

Gianni Bini “Marilyn” Studded Peep-Toe Pumps
($79.99, Dillard’s)

Martinez Valero “Opal” Jeweled Peep-toe Pumps

Martinez Valero doesn’t have the biggest shoe portfolio, but oh boy does he deliver with the few styles he has in petto. Remember those gorgeous blue satin pumps à la Manolo Blahnik? Yeah, that was him and these gorgeous jeweled red peep-toe pumps are his newest creation. Not as delicate if compared to the real McQueen heels, but still a wonderful and budget-friendly alternative. There are only very few sizes left, but I just had to tell you about these gems. Make sure to check out both Zappos & Endless to see if they have your size stocked.

Martinez Valero “Opal” Jeweled Peep-toe Pumps
($164, Zappos)

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Real vs. Steal – Burberry Prorsum Shearling-Lined Platform Ankle Boots

by Irina on January 6, 2012

UPDATE: This post has been updated on January 6, 2012. Scroll down to see the new add.

GWQEKJGQWDJKGB! Sorry, I think I just fainted from looking at these stunning booties by Burberry Prorsum. As you can see from the shearling-lining they’re from the current F/W 2010 collection (the one everyone is copying right now). Seriously, it can’t get much better than these if you think design meets function. They keep your feet warm and make you look like you just ran out of a Vogue photoshoot. Soooo good! And despite the whopping price of $1.095 these keep selling out. If I had the funds, I, too, would indulge and blow my budget by buying just these shoes and nothing else this fall.

Burberry Prorsum Shearling-Lined Platform Ankle Boots
($1.095, NORDSTROM)

Promiscuous “Brooklyn” Ankle Boots

UPDATE (01/06/2012): Just came across yet another Burberry aviator bootie look-a-like and this one’s coming from Promiscuous. Available in black, brown, taupe and forest green faux leather.

Promiscuous “Brooklyn” Ankle Boots
($89, Zappos)

Wild Rose Netty-05 Shearling Buckle Booties

UPDATE (12/14/2011): And here we go again with yet another great and budget-friendly Burberry alternative by Wild Rose. Don’t forget to use our exclusive promo code “INTHEIRCLOSET” @ Ms. Heel to get 10% OFF your entire order!

Wild Rose Netty-05 Shearling Buckle Booties
($54.95, Ms. Heel)

P.S.: Also available in black, nude and taupe at Amazon.

Simply Vera Vera Wang Booties

UPDATE (11/14/2011): Woohoo, another fantastic Burberry Prorsum aviator bootie alternative has popped up on the Kohl’s website. Check out these wonderful Simply Vera Vera Wang buckled booties that look so much like the Burberry originals. Love these!

Simply Vera Vera Wang Booties
($48.99, Kohl’s)

Dollhouse “Kalista” Ankle Booties

UPDATE (12/22/2010): Yet another Burberry Prorsum aviator bootie knockoff. But this one by Dollhouse is a stunner! Love it! Also, they’re $60 only and are available in black, brown & taupe. Order soon, these will go fast!

Dollhouse “Kalista” Ankle Booties
($38.99, Dollhouse)

Gianni Bini “Cadet” Ankle Boots

UPDATE (12/07/2010): Another Burberry alternative discovered, this time it’s coming from Gianni Bini. Available in black, brown & naval grey.

Gianni Bini “Cadet” Ankle Boots
($109.99, Dillard’s)

ALDO “Straugter” Ankle Boots

UPDATE (10/16/2010): It’s official. Burberry’s buckled shearling booties are definitely the “It” shoe of 2010. This is the 9th Burberry inspired alternative I’ve found and I have a feeling it isn’t the last one. Available in black or brown.

ALDO “Straugter” Ankle Boots
($80, Amazon)

Steve Madden “BROADWY” Booties

Granted, it was only a matter of time until Steve Madden releases his own Burberry interpretation because he obviously can’t miss out on the biggest trend this fall. So ta-daaaaaa, here you go! The heel on the “BROADWY” ankle boots is sturdier compared to the stiletto-shape of the Burberry booties and they also don’t have the cozy shearling-lining, but aside from that they look very much the same. These are a little pricey at $149.95, but I have a feeling that these will fly off the shelves regardless.

Steve Madden “BROADWY” Booties
($149.95, Zappos)

Dolce Vita “Josh” Shearling Buckle Booties

UPDATE (10/16/2010): If you’re willing to spend some cash to get your Burberry fix, then Dolce Vita might be what you were looking for. Their upscale knockoff “Josh” is no identical twin, but still a great alternative.

Dolce Vita “Josh” Shearling Buckle Booties
($247.50, Endless)

Qupid Manage-13 Buckled Shearling Booties

UPDATE (10/16/2010): Woot woot! A great and budget-friendly Burberry look-a-like popped up. Qupid‘s faux shearling booties are no identical knockoffs, but still pretty great alternatives.

Qupid Manage-13 Buckled Shearling Booties
($59.95, Amazon)

Office “KEEN” Buckle Booties

UPDATE (10/16/2010): For all Burberry fans in the UK and Europe, Office has come up with a Burberry inspired version as well.

Office “KEEN” Buckle Booties
(£35, Office)

Topshop “AMORE” Shearling Ankle Boots

If you’re serious about the shearling, but don’t want to spend that much, how about these ankle boots from Topshop then? They’re the least look-a-like-worthy of all the three options, but the Burberry influences are still very visible here, don’t you agree?

Topshop “AMORE” Shearling Ankle Boots
($190, Topshop)

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Real vs. Steal – Christian Louboutin Big Kiss Studded Flats

by Vahni on May 17, 2011

UPDATE: This post has been updated on May 17, 2011. Scroll down to see the new add.

Leave it to Christian Louboutin to take a simple, sweet ballerina flat and make it sexy—and subversive. There’s nothing about the Big Kiss Flat I don’t like, from the gleaming black patent, to the spiky silver studs. Well, truth be told, there are a couple tiny problems with these shoes: the typically high Louboutin price tag, and the fact that although they debuted in the Resort 2010 collection, they’re already sold out.

Christian Louboutin Big Kiss Studded Flats in black patent

Christian Louboutin Big Kiss Studded Flats
($950, SOLD OUT)

Alex Curran Loves Christian Louboutin

Alex Curran wearing black Christian Louboutin Big Kiss Studded Flats

Gianni Bini “Vanity” Studded Flats

UPDATE (05/17/2011): Here’s another though not quite as spot-on Louboutin spiked alternative coming from Gianni Bini. Available in black or nude.

Gianni Bini “Vanity” Studded Flats
($59.99, Dillard’s)

Candela Studded Punk Flats

UPDATE (06/14/2010): I also just came across these fabulous though somewhat pricey Big Kiss look-a-likes by Candela. Available in either black or white leather.

Candela Studded Punk Flats
($264.50, Endless)

P.S.: Also available at Shopbop.

daniblack “Marval” Studded Flats

UPDATE (06/14/2010): Found one more subdued Big Kiss knockoff by daniblack.

daniblack “Marval” Studded Flats
($90.75, Endless)

P.S.: Also available in at 6pm.

Steve Madden “KAISAR” Studded Flats

Since Louboutin’s Big Kiss is not only pricey, but just about impossible to acquire, you can get your good girl/bad girl fill with the Steve Madden “Kaisar” studded flat. It’s not quite as spiky, but lots of gleaming studs still make this flat a stand-out.

Steve Madden “KAISAR” Studded Flats
($89.95, Steve Madden)

Charles David “Rad” Studded Flats

Another option is the studded, shiny snake “Rad” Flat by Charles David. Like the Big Kiss, the “Rad” boasts high-gloss shine, and while there are less studs, the snakeskin adds oomph. Hiss…

Charles David “Rad” Studded Flats
($86.78, Endless)

Pour la Victoire “Juliet” Studded Flats

And here is yet another alternative: “Juliet” by Pour la Victoire. Not quite as aggressive in appearance (and probably superbly comfy) these flats could very well replace the flip-flips in your closet.

Pour la Victoire “Juliet” Studded Flats
($125.90, NORDSTROM)

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