by Irina on November 25, 2009
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Every year, weeks before the holidays I start dreaming up my perfect festive holiday outfit. I always try to incorporate some red, green and gold into it so I would look like I am part of the christmas tree decor. This year, I think I will go with an emerald green dress, gold accessories and red shoes. These red Giuseppe Zanotti cork platform pumps below would make the perfect shoes for my holiday outfit, but even though they’re on sale (original retail price $688) they’re still too pricey for me.
Giuseppe Zanotti Minny Vernice Papavero Platform Pumps
($385, Chickdowntown)
Nine West “Chocolata” Platform Pumps
If you’re trying to save some cash for the holidays, but don’t want to cut back on your style, try these red Nine West platform pumps instead. Yes, they replaced the shiny red patent leather with a basketweave textured upper, but everything else (the straps, shape and cork platform) is pretty much the same as on the real deal. They’re also so much cheaper and come in either red, black or blue.
Nine West “Chocolata” Platform Pumps
($88.95, Endless)
P.S.: Also available at Zappos
, Nine West
, Piperlime
.
by Irina on November 8, 2009
With shoes, it’s like that: the more the merrier and the higher the better. Almost every outfit can be stepped up a notch if worn with a pair of high heels. Don’t believe me? Try it & you’ll see I’m right. Your legs will look leaner and longer and your whole posture will improve. Anyway… while I’ve never been a fan of Gucci (so overrated most of the time), I must admit I’ve been quite pleased (OK, obsessed) with their footwear range for Fall 2009. Especially with these triple platform stilettos. SO dangerous & sure super hard to walk in.
Gucci Division Triple Platform Pumps
($750, Saks)
Celebrities Love Gucci
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ALDO “Fogler” Platform Pumps
I first read about these Gucci inspired pumps by ALDO on Rachel Zoe’s website, so all credit for finding goes out to her. They might not be quite as delicate as the Gucci heels, but at $125 they’re a great alternative if buying the real deal is out of question. Also available in grey and purple.
ALDO “Fogler” Platform Pumps
($125, Amazon)
by Irina on September 22, 2009
Christian Louboutin never fails to impress. My latest obsessions are these black patent platform ankle boots below. They are perfection! The shiny leather, the staggering sky-high heel, the chunky platform – I adore EVERYTHING about. Well, everything except for the price.
Christian Louboutin Moulage Platform Ankle Boots
($995, Saks)
Michael Antonio “McKey” Platform Ankle Booties
I was ecstatic to find a knockoff of these Louboutin booties and love Michael Antonio’s “inspired” version for an array of reasons: 1.) it’s an almost exact match to the Loubies, 2.) it’s a style I would personally wear to death and 3.) being priced at just $54.95 it’s super affordable. Oh… and if you like a different color or fabric, the booties come in a total of 6 different versions including grey, black, brown and purple suede as well as black patent and black faux leather.
Michael Antonio “McKey” Platform Ankle Booties
($54.95, Endless)
P.S.: Also available at Piperlime
& LoveMyShoes.
by Irina on September 17, 2009
I so adore the Christian Louboutin Mary Janes below. They are so brilliant, don’t you agree? The straps are playful while color and shape is classic and the stiletto heel will give you these extra few inches. I think I have a major shoe crush & desperately need to start saving for my first pair of Loubies.
Christian Louboutin Lillian Mary Jane Pumps
($995, SOLD OUT)
P.S.: Still available in black leather
or ivory leather (on sale!) at MyTheresa.
Celebrities Love Christian Louboutin
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Harajuku Lovers “Airlie II” Mary Jane Pumps
If you covet the Louboutin heels just as much, but can’t afford the real deal, these Harajuku Lovers Mary Jane pumps are a great budget-friendly alternative for just 1/10 of the original’s price. They miss the signature red sole, but everything else (color, shape, heel height) is downright identical.
Harajuku Lovers “Airlie II” Mary Jane Pumps
($89.95, NORDSTROM)
P.S.: Also available at Endless
, Heels.com & DJPremium.
by Irina on September 2, 2009
These Burberry studded ankle strap pumps used to retail for $650, but are now on sale for $384.90 in limited sizes. Studs are hot for fall, so if you haven’t got your studded pair of footwear yet, you might consider buying these. If you have that kind of budget, of course.
Burberry Studded Ankle Strap Pumps
($384.90, Nordstrom)
Urban Vibe Pyramid Stud Heels
These Burberry knockoffs by Urban Vibe which you can buy at Wet Seal are almost a 1:1 copy, but the best thing is the price. They are currently on sale for $10 (down from $24.50). Isn’t that an amazing deal? And most sizes are still available, so head over there and get them before they’re gone.
Click on the link below and navigate to the shoe section or enter style number “41023907” in the search field to find the knockoffs on the website.
Wet Seal Urban Vibe Pyramid Stud Heels
Style: 41023907
($10, Wet Seal)
