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UPDATE: This post has been updated on February 18, 2012. Scroll down to see the new add.

Uhm, boys and girls, you should see my face (tears falling)… I’m all choked up over this gorgeous piece of artwork. That’s right, these Gianmarco Lorenzi crystal heels are like a work of art. Stunning, unique and pricey! All together now: two-thousand-six-hundred-ninety-two dollars! Oh yeah, another trait about works of art leaves you speechless!

Gianmarco Lorenzi Collector Rhinestone Slingback Platforms in gold crystal

Gianmarco Lorenzi Collector Rhinestone Slingback Platformsls
($2.692, Farfetch)

Pleaser Fascinate-654DM Slingback Pumps

UPDATE (02/18/2012): Just discovered another great Gianmarco Lorenzi look-a-like. These rhinestone heels by Pleaser might not come in gold, but I prefer the red version anyway. And they’re also so much more affordable.

Pleaser Fascinate-654DM Slingback Pumps in red and pewter (Gianmarco Lorenzi knockoffs)

Pleaser Fascinate-654DM Slingback Pumpscj
($189.95, Shoebuy)

P.S.: Also available at Shiekhcj & Endlesscj.

Italina 93403 Slingback Pumps

But cry no more! For only $45 you can have a taste of Italy (and I do mean, just a taste) with this non-crystalized version of the Giamarco Lorenzi heel by Italina. The same slingback and open platform design is here; just missing the crystals. You’ll get mesh in black or gold instead. And still have money left over to buy a nice lil’ used car! ;)

Italina 93403 Slingback Pumps in gold (Gianmarco Lorenzi knockoffs)

Italina 93403 Slingback Pumps
($44.98, LoveMyShoes)

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UPDATE: This post has been updated on February 10th, 2012. Scroll down to see the new add.

I wonder if – one fine day – I will be the happy owner of a pair of Alexander McQueen heels. I would LOVE to, but thinking that his shoes go for more than 1k per pair, I somehow doubt this is ever going to happen. Not with that kind of budget at least. Anyone out there bothering to tell me the secret of getting rich quick? My shoe addiction refuses to wait any longer to be satisfied.

Alexander McQueen "Faithful" Zipper Peep-toe Ankle Boots in black

Alexander McQueen “Faithful” Peep-toe Ankle Bootscj
($1.159, Zappos)

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Emma Watson, Rihanna, LaLa Vasquez, Amerie and Lindsay Lohan wearing black Alexander McQueen "Faithful" zipper peep-toe ankle boots

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Italina SR-BD1116 Open Toe Booties

UPDATE (02/10/2012): Just stumbled upon these McQueen bootie look-a-likes by Italina. And they’re currently on sale for $39.99!

Italina SR-BD1116 Open Toe Booties in black (Alexander McQueen "Faithful" knockoffs)

Italina SR-BD1116 Open Toe Bootiesamazon
($39.99, Amazon)

Madden Girl “Kernal” Zipper Booties

UPDATE (05/27/2010): If you’re wary of high heels, try these “Faithful” knockoffs by Madden Girl. They’re a bit bulky, but the low heel makes them that much more practical for day-to-day wear. The price ain’t too bad either.

Madden Girl "Kernal" Zipper Booties in black (Alexander McQueen Faithful knockoffs)

Madden Girl “Kernal” Zipper Bootiesendless
($49.95, Endless)

Wet Seal Motorcycle Booties

UPDATE (12/10/2009): Stumbled upon yet another Faithful bootie knockoff version by Wet Seal. Available in either black or taupe.

Click on the link below and navigate to the shoes section or enter style number “41642955” in the search field to find the Alexander McQueen inspired zipper booties on the website.

Wet Seal Motorcycle Booties in black (Alexander McQueen Faithful knockoffs)

Wet Seal Motorcycle Booties
Style #: 41642955
($19.50, Wet Seal)

ALDO “Haga” Zip Ankle Boots

UPDATE (12/02/2009): Found yet another great alternative to the McQueen booties by Aldo. They are not a complete rip-off, but the inspiration behind these is more than obvious.

Aldo "Haga" Zipper Open-toe Booties in black (Alexander McQueen "Faithful" knockoffs)

ALDO “Haga” Zip Ankle Bootsendless
($120, Amazon)

Michael Antonio “Monet” Zipper Booties

UPDATE (11/19/2009): Woohoo! I didn’t expect to find a knockoff just as good as the Steve Maddens, but then I stumbled upon these zipper booties by Michael Antonio. They look just as good AND are way cheaper, too. Yay! Also available in brown, berry, grey and red.

Michael Antonio "Monet" Zipper Ankle Booties in black (Alexander McQueen Faithful knockoffs)

Michael Antonio “Monet” Zipper Ankle Bootiescj
($34.97, Shiekh)

Pink Duchess “Vicky” Zipper Ankle Boots

UPDATE: These booties by Pink Duchess are also a good and super affordable alternative to the real McQueen booties.

Pink Duchess "Vicky" Zipper Ankle Boots in black (Alexander McQueen Faithful knockoffs)

Pink Duchess “Vicky” Zipper Ankle Bootsamazon
($24.99, Amazon)

Steve Madden “SERYNA” Peep-toe Ankle Boots

HOT DEAL: Use promo code “SMSPRING15” to get 15% OFF + Free Shipping on your order of $75 or more! Offer valid until 06/30/12.

I love and hate Steve Madden. Hate because his collection is mostly based on other people’s creativity and LOVE because it makes being fashionable on a budget SO much easier without having to compromise the designer look of a shoe. These Alexander McQueen knockoffs are almost identical, the only thing that’s different is that the zipper isn’t a skull shape, but everything else could pass as the original. The ankle boots are currently on pre-order and will be ready to ship in approx. 4 weeks. However I wouldn’t wait too long to order as this style is probably one of the first to sell out.

Steve Madden SERYNA Zipper Ankle Booties in black (Alexander McQueen "Faithful" knockoffs)

Steve Madden “SERYNA” Peep-toe Ankle Bootsls
($129.95, Steve Madden)

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