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Real vs. Steal – Brian Atwood Lola Pumps

by Vahni on February 9, 2010

I’ve got to admit that I’m a bit surprised by the incredible popularity of the Brian Atwood Lola Pump, because it is bold shoe, to say the least. Yet Lola, and the peep-toe version Wiked, have been photographed on almost a dozen celebrities. No wonder why it’s now sold out.

Brian Atwood Lola Pumps in black suede

Brian Atwood Lola Pumps
($680, SOLD OUT)

Celebrities Love Brian Atwood

Zoe Saldana, Amanda Seyfried, Nicky Hilton, Kate Hudson, Katy Perry, Jessica Stroup, Megan Fox and Julia Restoin-Roitfeld wearing Brian Atwood Lola and Wiked Pumps

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N.Y.L.A. “Bandit” T-Strap Pumps

If you had your eye on Brian Atwood’s no-longer-available Lola, the “Bandit” T-Strap Pump by N.Y.L.A. is an excellent alternative. And at $119.95, you can channel Katy’s femme fatale look or Megan’s rocker chic without an ounce of buyer’s remorse. Available in black leather or cheetah pony.

N.Y.L.A. "Bandit" T-Strap Pumps in black (Brian Atwood Lola knockoffs)

N.Y.L.A. “Bandit” T-Strap Pumpsendless
($119.95, Endless)

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Real vs. Steal – Christian Louboutin Circus Cutout Ankle Boots

by Irina on January 25, 2010

UPDATE: This post has been updated on January 25, 2010. Scroll down to see the new add.

I couldn’t forget these black suede cutout Louboutin booties ever since I first saw them presented along with Roland Mouret’s Fall 2009 collection. I instantly fell in love and was sure these ankle boots would take off in editorials and on the red carpet equally since they are so endlessly chic and far away from being your average generic ankle boot with their sexy nude mesh cutouts. Rawrrr!

Christian Louboutin Circus Cutout Ankle Boots in black suede

Christian Louboutin Circus Cutout Ankle Bootsls
($777, NET-A-PORTER)

Celebrities Love Christian Louboutin

Megan Fox, Leighton Meester and Catherine McNeil wearing Christian Louboutin Circus Cutout Booties

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CARLOS by Carlos Santana “Petaldo” Booties

UPDATE (01/25/2010): Yay, another Circus knockoff! Carlos Santana gives you an open-toed Louboutin alternative for under $70 available in black, bronze & pewter.

CARLOS by Carlos Santana Petaldo Cut-Out Booties in black (Christian Louboutin Circus knockoffs)

CARLOS by Carlos Santana “Petaldo” Cut-Out Bootiescj
($68.95, Zappos)

P.S.: Also available at LoveMyShoes.

N.Y.L.A. “Culver” Booties

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I’ve been waiting so long for a knockoff of these and finally N.Y.L.A. has come up with a pretty good alternative. Their Circus “inspired” booties are black patent instead of suede and they also miss the Louboutin signature red sole, but everything else looks almost identical. Also available in gold.

N.Y.L.A. "Culver" Cutout Booties in black patent (Christian Louboutin Circus knockoffs)

N.Y.L.A. “Culver” Booties
($129.99, Heels.com)

P.S.: Also available at Endlessendless.

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Real vs. Steal – Giuseppe Zanotti for Balmain Zipper Boots

by Irina on January 3, 2010

UPDATE: This post has been updated on January 03, 2010. Scroll down to see the new add.

So, did you catch the zippers & buckles trend for this season? This is majorly thanks to Balmain & Giuseppe Zanotti who presented this trend in their wonderful Fall 2009 collection. Take these suede zipper boots here for example. They are absolutely gorgeous and I would LOVE to rock them, but at $1.975 a pair this isn’t going to happen… sad, but true.

Giuseppe Zanotti for Balmain Suede Zipped Boots in black

Giuseppe Zanotti for Balmain Zipper Bootscj
($1.975, Shopbop)

P.S.: Also available at NET-A-PORTERls.

Celebrities Love Balmain

Khloe Kardashian and Lindsay Lohan wearing black suede Balmain Zipper Boots

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Hypnotic “Wilder” Zipper Boots

UPDATE (01/03/2010): Here’s yet another great and budget-friendly Balmain zipper boot look-a-like version by Hypnotic. Available in black, grey and rust suede.

Hypnotic "Wilder" Zipper Boots in black suede (Balmain knockoffs)

Hypnotic “Wilder” Zipper Bootsendless
($45.95, Endless)

P.S.: Also available at Amazonamazon and FlyJane.

Dollhouse “Lupo” Zipper Booties

UPDATE (11/05/2009): Found another budget-friendly Balmain zipper boot knockoff by Dollhouse. Available in black or blue.

Dollhouse "Lupo" Zipper Ankle Boots in black (Balmain Fall 2009 knockoffs)

Dollhouse “Lupo” Zipper Bootiesendless
($66.95, Endless)

P.S.: Also available at LoveMyShoes and Dollhouse.

Anne Michelle “Just Zip It” Boots

I nearly fell off my chair when I saw these hot babies by Anne Michelle popping up on LuLu*s “What’s New“-section. They look so close to the originals and are sooooo affordable at the same time. Major excitement! Yes, they are faux-suede, but it’s almost impossible to get real suede at such a cheap price, so don’t complain.

Anne Michelle Addiction 53 Just Zip it Boots in black faux suede (Balmain Fall 2009 knockoffs)

Anne Michelle Addiction 53 Just Zip It Boots
($53, LuLu*s)

P.S.: Also available at Amazonamazon and FlyJane.

N.Y.L.A. “Zipit” Ankle Boots

We all have different kinds of budgets and since I know a lot of you aren’t into faux suede, I wanted to provide an additional great Balmain alternative to lust after. These zippered boots by N.Y.L.A. are significantly pricier than the Anne Michelle boots, but the quality you’ll get will be accordingly better. Available in black, brown, natural or red suede.

N.Y.L.A. Zipit Ankle Boots in black suede (Balmain Fall 2009 knockoffs)

N.Y.L.A. “Zipit” Ankle Bootsendless
($144.95, Endless)

P.S.: Also available at NORDSTROMls and REVOLVEClothingcj & Heels.com.

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