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Real vs. Steal – Acne Atacoma Lace-Up Wedges

by Irina on May 2, 2012

UPDATE: This post has been updated on May 2, 2012. Scroll down to read the news.

Acne‘s Atacoma wedges have been lusted after and obsessed over countless times after Alexa Chung has sported a pair on her now cancelled MTV show. They sold out as soon as they hit the virtual shelves of several online shops, have been restocked again, then sold out again.

Acne Atacoma Lace-Up Wedges in black and silver

Acne Atacoma Lace-Up Wedges
($620, SOLD OUT)

Alexa Chung Loves Acne

Alexa Chung wearing black Acne "Atacoma" lace up wedge ankle booties with silver heel

ALDO “Sandidge” Platform Wedge Shoe Boots

UPDATE (05/02/2012): Just wanted to give you all a small update that ALDO has restocked their sought-after “Sandidge” wedge boots. And they’re currently 50% OFF! Yay! Better be fast now because last time these sold out very quickly!

ALDO "Sandidge" Platform Wedge Shoe Boots in black (Acne Atacoma knockoffs)

Aldo Sandidge Platform Wedge Shoe Bootsamazon
($60, Amazon)

P.S.: Also available at Amazon.co.ukamazon.

Steve Madden “MARRIANO” Wedges

UPDATE (10/13/2010): Woohoo! Look at this amazing Acne Atacoma look-a-like coming from the King of knockoffs, Mr. Steve Madden. Totally digging these lace-up booties! Use promo code “SMSPRING15” to get 15% OFF + Free Shipping on your order of $75 or more! Offer valid until 06/30/12.

Steve Madden "MARRIANO" Wedges in black (Acne Atacoma knockoffs)

Steve Madden “MARRIANO” Wedgesls
($169.95, Steve Madden)

Jeffrey Campbell 99 Lace-Up Wedge Booties

UPDATE (07/28/2010): Here’s Jeffrey Campbell‘s 2nd generation version of the 99 zip wedge which is sold out everywhere by now.

Jeffrey Campbell 99 Lace-Up Wedge Booties in black (Acne Atacoma knockoffs)

Jeffrey Campbell 99 Lace-Up Wedge Booties
($170, Singer22)

Jeffrey Campbell “Raid” Platform Booties

UPDATE (04/14/2010): Jeffrey Campbell still comes up with variations of Acne’s Atacoma inspired platforms. The newest style is called “Raid”; a sister of their Alexa bootie with a pewter metallic platform. Available in black or white.

Jeffrey Campbell "Raid" Platform Booties in black (Acne Atacoma knockoffs)

Jeffrey Campbell “Raid” Platform Booties
($159.95, Solestruck)

Jeffrey Campbell “Alexa” Wedge Booties

UPDATE (03/07/2010): Jeffrey Campbell has another Acne Atacoma knockoff called “Alexa” which used to sell at LF, but is now available on eBay only.

Jeffrey Campbell "Alexa" Wedge Booties in black (Acne Atacoma knockoffs)

Jeffrey Campbell “Alexa” Wedge BootieseBay
($90-$335, eBay)

Jeffrey Campbell 99 Zip Wedges

While these wedges by Jeffrey Campbell are not as high as the Atacomas and also don’t have the silver platform, overall they are still a good and affordable alternative.

Jeffrey Campbell "99" Zip Wedges in black (Acne Atacoma knockoffs)

Jeffrey Campbell 99 Zip Wedges
($140, Singer22)

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Real vs. Steal – Elizabeth and James E-Moxy Suede Lace-Up Boots

by Velicia Hill on November 6, 2011

Well one thing’s for sure, this boot definitely has moxy! [disclaimer] – To me it’s ugly yet cute at the same time. The color is a mossy, blah green/gray and the outside thick laces have a Frankenstein look to it. But hey, just like the definition of moxy (having guts) Elizabeth and James chose the appropriate name for their boot (foresight maybe?). And who am I to judge? This expensive E-Moxy lil’ sucker at $395 is sold out! But if you like the general shape of this boot, the steal below is actually cuter – check it out.

Elizabeth and James E-Moxy Suede Lace-Up Boots in grey

Elizabeth and James E-Moxy Suede Lace-Up Boots
($395, SOLD OUT)

Celebrities Love Elizabeth and James

Jessica Lowndes, Whitney Port and Cheryl Cole wearing Elizabeth and James E-Moxy Suede Lace-Up Boots

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H By Halston “Kate” Platform Booties

Is it just me or do you like the H By Halston “Kate” bootie better? OMG, the color… the color puts me in a lighter mood already! It so reminds me of the changing fall colors outside right now. And speaking of lighter, this bootie won’t weigh so heavy on your shoe budget this month either – only $99.99. Now that’s what I call pretty. ;-)

H By Halston "Kate" Platform Booties in tan suede (Elizabeth and James E-Moxy knockoffs)

H By Halston “Kate” Platform Bootiesamazon
($99.99, Amazon)

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Real vs. Steal – Nicholas Kirkwood Lace-Up Lace Platform Sandals

by Velicia Hill on July 28, 2011

If you consider yourself an avantgarde rebel of fashion or truly related to Sarah Jessica Parker’s cinematic twin Carrie Bradshaw, then these Nicholas Kirkwood sandals are for you. Although I’ll pass; these are a little too much (ok, way too much) for me in terms of both design and price. These… uhm, shall I say I-bet-they-have-a-wonderful personality heels (wink, wink) go for roughly $1.200! But have no fear you rebel without a cause and/or those without a lot of cash, we’ve done our homework and found an awesomely priced alternative!

Nicholas Kirkwood Lace-Up Lace Platform Sandals in ivory

Nicholas Kirkwood Lace-Up Lace Platform Sandals
($1.195, Bergdorf Goodman)

Celebrities Love Nicholas Kirkwood

Rose Byrne, Miranda Kerr & Sarah Jessica Parker wearing Nicholas Kirkwood Lace-Up Lace Platform Sandals

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Privileged “Sydney” Lace-Up Lace Platform Sandals

OK, ITC readers, do you feel special? How about privileged? Well, you should because these “Sydney” platforms by Privileged are truly spot on! The best part? They’re only $50 and available in black or ivory for: The Few. The Proud. The Privileged! ;-)

Privileged "Sydney" Lace-Up Lace Platform Sandals in black & ivory (Nicholas Kirkwood knockoffs)

Privileged “Sydney” Lace-Up Lace Platform Sandals
($49.98, LoveMyShoes)

P.S.: Also available at Karmaloopls, GoJanecj & LuLu*s.

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Real vs. Steal – Dior Tahiti Ankle Wrap Platform Pumps

by Irina on June 11, 2011

I usually don’t get the OMG! SHOES!-fever when it comes to Dior because I tend to associate this brand with one-of-a-kind couture shows in Paris and luxuriously packaged beauty products rather than lustworthy heels but with these colorblocked ankle wrap stunners Dior has found a new fan in me! I love it when shoes take me places and this aptly named “Tahiti” pump does exactly that; it makes me think of a vacation somewhere on a Caribbean island. But while I love to fantasize how I flaunt these heels in Tahiti, at $1.550 per pair this is so not going to happen!

Dior Tahiti Ankle Wrap Platform Pumps in pink and red

Dior Tahiti Ankle Wrap Platform Pumpsls
($1.550, NORDSTROM)

Celebrities Love Dior

Beyoncé Knowles, Karlie Kloss, Anna Selezneva & Eniko Mihalik wearing Dior Tahiti Ankle Wrap Platform Pumps

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Jeffrey Campbell “Munroe” Lace-Up Pumps

While not as detailed as the original, these lace-up heels by Jeffrey Campbell will give you the same fun look as Dior but for a fraction of the cost. At $149.95, there’s certainly more left in the budget for a possible vacation to Tahiti! I also low how these come in other fun color combos such as aqua/yellow (check out Solestruck for that!).

Jeffrey Campbell "Munroe" Lace-Up Pumps in aqua and fuchsia (Christian Dior Tahiti knockoffs)

Jeffrey Campbell “Munroe” Lace-Up Pumpsls
($149.95, NORDSTROM)

P.S.: Also available in beige/tan, aqua/yellow and aqua/fuchsia at Solestruck.

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Heel of the Day – Steve Madden CARNBY-L Leopard Platform Booties

by Irina on May 19, 2011

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So these Steve Madden leopard platforms are total man repellers, I get that. They don’t get the leopard trend or the extreme platform thing. But who cares what your boyf says about your shoes as long as you’re in love with your footwear? Whatever, moving on… these booties strongly remind me of Jeffrey Campbell’s “Lita” who was inspired by Charles Anastase himself, only I like the Steve Maddens better because imo they have a better arch and I’m also quite into the buckle on the front. Yes, they’re a little pricey, but if the run on the JC Litas was any indication I’m quite sure these will go just as fast, even at $99.98.

Steve Madden "CARNBY-L" Leopard Platform Booties

Steve Madden “CARNBY-L” Leopard Platform Bootiesls
($99.98, Steve Madden)

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