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Real vs. Steal – Christian Louboutin Madame Butterfly Booty Platforms

by Erica on November 10, 2011

UPDATE: This post has been updated on November 10, 2011. Scroll down to see the new add.

What celebrity doesn’t love their Louboutins? Especially when they’re bright, fun, and have lots of girly bows to make you feel extra feminine! I LOVE how Naya Rivera paired her Loubies with a pair of jeans and a cute striped blazer! Definitely puts a lot of pizazz to her outfit! Don’t want to dish out the $1.200 for these heels? No problem as we’ve got an excellent steal for you!

Christian Louboutin Madame Butterfly Booty Platforms in fuchsia suede

Christian Louboutin Madame Butterfly Booty Platforms
($1.195, Barney’s)

Celebrities Love Christian Louboutin

Emma Watson, Olivia Munn, Zoe Saldana, Keri Hiilson, Naya Rivera & Chloë Sevigny wearing Christian Louboutin Madame Butterfly Booty Platforms

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Wild Rose Flora-12 Triple Bow Booties

UPDATE (11/10/2011): And here’s another sweet & cheap Louboutin look-a-like in a gorgeous blue color coming from Wild Rose. Don’t forget to use our exclusive promo code “ITC10” to get 10% OFF your order!

Wild Rose Flora-12 Triple Bow Booties in blue faux suede (Christian Louboutin Madame Butterfly Booty knockoffs)

Wild Rose Flora-12 Triple Bow Booties
($39.95, Ms. Heel)

P.S.: Also available in black and red faux suede at Amazonamazon.

Type Z “Okalani” Platform Booties

UPDATE (05/13/2011): Just came across another Louboutin alternative by Type Z which looks almost identical to the N.Y.L.A. version except these come in more colors: black, burgundy, grey & silver.

Type Z "Okalani" Platform Booties in burgundy & black (Christian Louboutin Madame Butterfly Booty knockoffs)

Type Z “Okalani” Platform Bootiescj
($77.40, Zappos)

P.S.: Also available at Endlesscj.

N.Y.L.A. “Daris” Platform Booties

UPDATE (05/10/2011): Another great Louboutin look-a-like by N.Y.L.A.. These also have a wooden platform like the Steve Madden version and come in black, grey & bone.

N.Y.L.A. "Daris" Platform Booties in black & bone (Christian Louboutin Madame Butterfly Booty knockoffs)

N.Y.L.A. “Daris” Platform Booties
($99.99, Heels.com)

P.S.: Also available at Endlesscj.

Steve Madden “FANTTOM” Platform Booties

HOT DEAL: Use coupon code “SMFREESHIP” to get free shipping on your order!

OK, first off, this shoe comes in black suede, blush and magenta! Second, this Steve Madden version has a great wooden platform that I’m a big fan of! Granted, I still think the Louboutins are FAB, but if you’re just not willing to dish out the necessary $1.200 to make them yours, at $129.95, I think these Maddens here are the next best thing. There’s also a satin version of this shoe available called “FAAME” and it’s available in either black or champagne satin at Steve Maddencj or Onlineshoes.comls.

Steve Madden "FANTTOM" Platform Booties in magenta suede (Christian Louboutin Madame Butterfly Booty knockoffs)

Steve Madden “FANTTOM” Platform Bootiescj
($129.95, Steve Madden)

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Real vs. Steal – Maison Martin Margiela Wedge Ankle Boots

by Irina on October 5, 2011

UPDATE: This post has been updated on October 05, 2011. Scroll down to see the new add.

With Maison Martin Margiela it’s always hit or miss for me. Either I absolutely adore his shoes or I am totally turned off by them. These studded wedge booties fall into the first category. I love the illusion wedge, it looks so cute and clever, don’t you think? But would I be willing to shell out $890 for them? No, not really.

Maison Martin Margiela Wedge Ankle Boots in black

Maison Martin Margiela Wedge Ankle Boots
($890, SOLD OUT)

Celebrities Love Maison Martin Margiela

Kirsten Dunst & Miley Cyrus wearing black Maison Martin Margiela Wedge Ankle Boots

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Sabine “Nowelle” Wedge Ankle Boots

UPDATE (10/05/2011): Just came across another great Margiela look-a-like coming from Sabine. Available in either black or taupe.

Sabine "Nowelle" Wedge Ankle Boots in black (Maison Martin Margiela knockoffs)

Sabine “Nowelle” Wedge Ankle Bootscj
($99, Piperlime)

N.Y.L.A. “Noelle” Wedge Booties

UPDATE (09/17/2011): As previously suspected N.Y.L.A. and Black Rooster rebrand the same shoe styles. Just look at these booties here. They’re absolutely identical and look at the shoe names of both the N.Y.L.A.s and the Black Roosters. Noelle vs. Noella? Rebranded!

N.Y.L.A. "Noelle" Wedge Booties in black (Maison Martin Margiela knockoffs)

N.Y.L.A. “Noelle” Wedge Bootiescj
($119.50, Endless)

P.S.: Also available at REVOLVEClothingcj & Amazonamazon.

Black Rooster “Noella” Wedge Booties

Luckily, we don’t have to spend a fortune to get the Margiela look 4 less. Because Black Rooster has an identical copy for all those craving the Margielas. Available in black and taupe leather.

Black Rooster "Noella" Wedge Booties in black (Maison Martin Margiela knockoffs)

Black Rooster “Noella” Wedge Bootiescj
($134.10, Zappos)

P.S.: Also available at Endlesscj.

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Real vs. Steal – Stuart Weitzman Alex Espadrille Wedges

by Celine on May 22, 2011

UPDATE: This post has been updated on May 22, 2011. Scroll down to see the new add.

I am a huge fan of Jennifer Aniston‘s style. She delicately walks the edges of trends while always maintaining a classic style that I’m pretty sure we’ll never look back on, thinking “God, WHAT was she wearing?” Last summer Jen started rocking a pair of Stuart Weitzman espadrilles that had me drooling. Clearly I wasn’t the only fan though; the Alex Espadrille Wedges flew off the shelves and were forever more impossible to find. They’re back now and available on several e-retailer sites and I would probably kill to own a pair. Seriously, I recommend you not being around me right now. Sadly these are just out of my price range.

Stuart Weitzman Alex Espadrille Woven Wedge Sandals in swamp

Stuart Weitzman Alex Espadrille Wedgesendless
($365, Endless)

P.S.: Also available at Jildorcj, NORDSTROMls, Zapposcj, Footnotes, Bloomingdale’sls & Farfetchls.

Celebrities Love Stuart Weitzman

Jennifer Aniston & Eva Mendes wearing Stuart Weitzman Alex Espadrille Wedges

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Sacred Heart “Arven” Espadrilles

UPDATE (05/22/2011): The “Alex” knockoff wave just won’t stop! I keep finding new Alex look-a-likes day in, day out. But these here by Sacred Heart are actually really, really amazing. They are soooo spot-on and, OMG!, look at the price. $39.99 – this deserves an award or something (still can’t loose the feeling these are just rebranded, look at N.Y.L.A.’s Colby, Black Rooster’s Colb & Bakers’ “Midtown”, they all look completely identical).

Sacred Heart "Arven" Espadrilles in taupe (Stuart Weitzman Alex knockoffs)

Sacred Heart “Arven” Espadrilles
($39.99, Kohl’s)

Bakers “Midtown” Wedge Sandals

UPDATE (05/22/2011): Here we go again, yet another Stuart Weitzman “Alex” knockoff. This time it’s Bakers‘ turn. Love these here, they’re spot-on & affordable.

Bakers "Midtown" Wedge Sandals in taupe (Stuart Weitzman Alex knockoffs)

Bakers “Midtown” Wedge Sandalsamazon
($62, Amazon)

Dune “Nola” Espadrille Wedges

UPDATE (05/13/2011): Finally, Alex fans in the UK & Europe have a decent knockoff as well. This one by Dune is quite nice on the eyes. I’m actually thinking of ordering this shoe for myself. Do you approve? Available in khaki and black.

Dune "Nola" Espadrille Wedges in khaki (Stuart Weitzman Alex knockoffs)

Dune “Nola” Espadrille Wedgesjavari
(£60, Javari.co.uk)

P.S.: Also available at Dunels & John Lewis.

Dana Buchman “Jacinda” Espadrilles

UPDATE (05/13/2011): And here’s another great Alex look-a-like coming from Dana Buchman. Really love this one!

Dana Buchman "Jacinda" Espadrilles in taupe (Stuart Weitzman Alex knockoffs)

Dana Buchman “Jacinda” Espadrilles
($52.49, Kohl’s)

Bucco Espadrilles

UPDATE (05/13/2011): The Alex knockoffs just won’t stop popping up! Found 3 more today. #1 – these fab and budget-friendly espadrilles by Bucco. Available in khaki, black & beige.

Bucco Espadrilles in khaki (Stuart Weitzman Alex knockoffs)

Bucco Espadrilles
($44.99, Kohl’s)

N.Y.L.A. “Colby” / “Colbie” Espadrille Wedges

UPDATE (05/10/2011): OMG! This is the 15th “Alex” knockoff we have discovered. And an amazing one it is! N.Y.L.A.s “Colby” wedges are super close to the real SW Alex espadrilles and kind of remind me of the Black Rooster version (might be just a rebranded version). Available in taupe (shown), ivory or black.

N.Y.L.A. "Colby" Espadrille Wedges in taupe (Stuart Weitzman Alex knockoffs)

N.Y.L.A. “Colby” Espadrille Wedgescj
($49.50, Endless)

P.S.: Also available at Heels.com.

Black Rooster “Colb” Espadrille Wedges

UPDATE (04/27/2011): Found yet another fantastic Alex look-a-like by Black Rooster. And it’s pretty light on the wallet, too! Available in khaki, ivory or black.

Black Rooster "Colb" Espadrille Wedges in khaki (Stuart Weitzman Alex knockoffs)

Black Rooster “Colb” Espadrille Wedgescj
($69, Zappos)

Vigotti “Dana” Wedges

UPDATE (04/27/2011): Here’s another Stuart Weitzman inspired shoe coming from Vigotti. Available in natural or black.

Vigotti "Dana" Espadrille Wedges in natural (Stuart Weitzman Alex knockoffs)

Vigotti “Dana” Wedgescj
($135, Zappos)

City Classified “JoJo” Braided Wedge Espadrilles

UPDATE (04/09/2011): A big thank you to our reader Jie Wei who told us about these super affordable & great looking “Alex” knockoffs by City Classified. When on the website, enter item # “177340422” in the search field to find these wedges on the Tilly’s website. Available in stone or black (hurry, the stone color is almost sold out!).

City Classified JoJo Braided Wedge Espadrilles in stone (Stuart Weitzman Alex knockoffs)

City Classified “JoJo” Braided Wedge Espadrillescj
($26.99, Tilly’s)

P.S.: Also available at Amazonamazon & LuLu*s.

Lucky Brand “Tabitha” Espadrille Wedges

UPDATE (03/11/2011): Just came across yet another fab & budget-friendly “Alex” alternative coming from Lucky Brand. Available in navy/white or natural.

Lucky Brand "Tabitha" Espadrille Wedges in natural (Stuart Weitzman Alex knockoffs)

Lucky Brand “Tabitha” Espadrille Wedgescj
($69, Zappos)

P.S.: Also available at Endlessendless, Shoebuycj, Shoes.com, Dillard’sls, Bloomingdale’sls & Macy’sls.

ALDO “Connally” Espadrille Wedges

UPDATE (03/11/2011): Found another great inspired espadrille alternative by ALDO. Available in taupe or khaki.

ALDO "Connally" Espadrille Wedges in taupe (Stuart Weitzman Alex knockoffs)

ALDO “Connally” Espadrille Wedgesamazon
($50, Amazon)

Kensie Girl “Kenwood” Espadrille Wedges

UPDATE (02/20/2011): Another great and budget-friendly “Alex” knockoff coming from Kensie Girl. Available in khaki, black and ivory.

Kensie Girl "Kenwood" Espadrille Wedges in khaki

Kensie Girl “Kenwood” Espadrille Wedges
($49.99, Famous Footwear)

P.S.: Also available at Dillard’sls & Shoes.com.

Matisse “Lovee” Espadrille Wedges

UPDATE (02/11/2011): Stumbled upon yet another Alex knockoff by Matisse.

Matisse "Lovee" Espadrille Wedges in natural (Stuart Weitzman Alex knockoffs)

Matisse “Lovee” Espadrille Wedgescj
($89, Piperlime)

P.S.: Also available at Zapposcj, Endlessendless, Shoes.com, Onlineshoes.comls & Shoe Metrocj.

Chinese Laundry “Dippity Do” Espadrille Wedges

UPDATE (02/11/2011): And here we go again with yet another Alex-inspired wedge. This time coming from Chinese Laundry. Available in taupe or khaki.

Chinese Laundry "Dippity Do" Espadrille Wedges in taupe (Stuart Weitzman Alex knockoffs)

Chinese Laundry “Dippity Do” Espadrille Wedges
($69, Chinese Laundry)

ALDO “Happer” Espadrille Wedges

UPDATE (02/10/2011): Just stumbled upon these Alex look-a-likes by ALDO.

ALDO "Happer" Espadrille Wedges in natural (Stuart Weitzman Alex knockoffs)

ALDO “Happer” Espadrille Wedgesamazon
($90, Amazon)

Steve Madden “FANTASIK” Espadrilles

UPDATE (01/08/2011): OMG! Look at these fab-u-lous Alex knockoffs coming from Steve Madden. They are now also available in khaki and black and what’s freaking awesome is the cheap price of $69.95. Can’t beat that! ♥

Steve Madden "FANTASIK" Espadrille Wedges in khaki (Stuart Weitzman Alex knockoffs)

Steve Madden “FANTASIK” Espadrillesendless
($69.95, Endless)

P.S.: Also available at Heels.com, Zapposcj, Steve Maddencj, Onlineshoes.comls, Piperlimecj, Dillard’sls, ShoeMallcj, Shoes.com, Masseyscj, Lord & Taylor, Boscov’scj & Macy’sls.

Qupid Konya-40 Espadrille Wedges

UPDATE (01/03/2011): These Alex knockoffs by Qupid might not be quite as polished as the orignal, but for under $30 what more could you possibly want? Also available in black or camel. Be fast, these will sell out fast.

Qupid Konya-40 Espadrille Wedges in taupe (Stuart Weitzman Alex knockoffs)

Qupid Konya-40 Espadrille Wedgescj
($29, GoJane)

Kelsi Dagger “Ivy” Espadrilles

We’ve featured Kelsi Dagger shoes quite a few times here on InTheirCloset and this is why. They consistently come out with great “inspired by” shoes without wandering too far into “exact copy” territory. In this case I have to say that I wish they’d stayed true to the original. The lower wedge is great, as is the color, but a braided/woven strap would have made these perfection. Ah, well, still a great shoe! Also available in pewter, black and white.

Kelsi Dagger "Ivy" Espadrilles in brown (Stuart Weitzman Alex knockoffs)

Kelsi Dagger “Ivy” Espadrillesendless
($49.89, Endless)

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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 ankle booties in black with grommets

Alexander McQueen Studded Platform Bootiescj
($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 in black (Alexander McQueen knockoffs)

Charles Albert New 1288 Bootiescj
($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 in black (Alexander McQueen knockoffs)

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 in black (Alexander McQueen knockoffs)

Faith “Lush” Eyelet Slingback Sandalsls
(£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" Grommet Slingbacks (Alexander McQueen knockoffs)

Luichiny “Poke A Dot” Slingback Bootiesendless
($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 Peep-toe Slingback Booties (Alexander McQueen knockoffs)

Gabriella Rocha “Nanuck” Grommet Bootiescj
($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 Slingback Sandals in black (Alexander McQueen knockoffs)

N.Y.L.A. “Revel” Peep Toe Slingbacksendless
($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 Booties in black (Alexander McQueen knockoffs)

Steve Madden “TUTORR” Grommet Peep-toe Bootiesendless
($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 Booties in black (Alexander McQueen knockoffs)

Bebe Belinda Slingback Grommet Bootie
($104.99, Bebe)

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Cheap vs. Cheaper – Sam Edelman vs. Enzo Angiolini vs. N.Y.L.A. vs. Bucco

by Irina on May 18, 2011

Looking at all these t-strap espadrille wedges which ALL look practically identical my assumption is that all of these are knockoffs of some designer heel I haven’t seen or heard of yet. Even though the priciest option here is $150 which compared to all those $800 designer shoes that are often featured here is still on the lower price spectrum I like how there’s still some deal to be had. You can save either 30%, 40% or, if you opt for the cheapest version, a whopping 70%! The look will be the same.

Sam Edelman vs. Enzo Angiolini vs. N.Y.L.A. vs. Bucco

Go Shopping:

Black Rooster “Highpeak” Espadrille Wedges

P.S.: While this little post was waiting to get published, I happened to stumble upon yet another wedge that looks identical to the ones shown above. In terms of price, Black Rooster‘s Highpeak lies between N.Y.L.A. and Bucco though I’m 95% sure the Black Roosters are just a rebranded version of the N.Y.L.A.s or the other way round. Theser come in a range of beautiful colors including a super lovely blush, gold, black and cognac.

Black Rooster "Highpeak" Espadrille Wedges in cognac

Black Rooster “Highpeak” Espadrille Wedgescj
($79.20, Zappos)

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