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Real vs. Steal – Fendi Ankle Wrap Platform Pumps

by Velicia Hill on November 11, 2011

Ahhhh, Mommy is home! Walking around in my absolute favorite Italian designer Fendi platform pumps… not! A girl can dream, can’t she? Well, actually recall the good ol’ days when I used to giddily spend that much on shoes. But even if I wanted to throw caution to the wind and drop $785 hard-earned ones, can’t – SOLD OUT! Guess I’m not the only Fendi feign out there. That’s why I’m absolutely over the moon with the steal we’ve found below.

Fendi Ankle Wrap Platform Pumps in mint patent

Fendi Ankle Wrap Platform Pumps
($785, SOLD OUT)

Pour La Victoire “Taryn” Platform Sandals

Whoa, this is a damn good imitation! “Taryn” by Pour La Victoire is almost identical. Seriously, the only thing missing are my beloved double Fs on the front of the platform. But if Fendi doesn’t move you like me and you only like the design of the shoe not the brand specifically, then for $270, getcha some!

Pour La Victoire "Taryn" Platform Sandals (Fendi knockoffs)

Pour La Victoire “Taryn” Platform Sandalscj
($270, Endless)

P.S.: Also available in neon yellow patent at Piperlimecj & Shopbopcj.

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UPDATE: This post has been updated on November 08, 2011. Scroll down to see the new add.

Have y’all noticed that since YSL was resurrected by the brilliant Tom Ford about a decade ago, it has been on a roll ever since? While it’s true that Tom Ford reintroduced the brand before he sadly disappeared from women’s fashion, I must admit that Stefano Pilati has proved himself a worthy replacement. One need only look at the Yves Saint Laurent Tribute Pumps (and other YSL Tribs) to know it is indeed true.

Yves Saint Laurent Tribute Pumps in black patent

Yves Saint Laurent Tribute Pumpsls
($795, NORDSTROM)

P.S.: Also available at Farfetchls & Harrodsls.

Pour La Victoire “Portia” Platform Pumps

UPDATE (11/08/2011): And here’s an almost 1:1 identical twin version of the YSL Tribute pump coming from Pour La Victoire. Too bad this one’s a little pricey at $285! Available in black, charcoal and tan patent as well as plum, tan and black suede and teal and burgundy snakeskin.

Pour La Victoire "Portia" Platform Pumps in black patent (Yves Saint Laurent Tribute knockoffs)

Pour La Victoire “Portia” Platform Pumpscj
($275, Jildor)

P.S.: Also available at Last Callls, Footnotescj, 6pmcj, Heels.com, Shopbopcj & REVOLVEClothingcj.

Paprika “Bold” Platform Pumps

UPDATE (10/29/2010): Just discovered this great peep-toe YSL look-a-like by Paprika. Available in black or red patent.

Paprika "Bold" Platform Pumps in black patent (YSL Tribute knockoffs)

Paprika “Bold” Platform Pumpsamazon
($17.99, Amazon)

Steve Madden “SURPASS” Platform Pumps

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.

YSL is definitely the stuff my fashion fantasies are made of. But ouchie… the price tag for any YSL shoes brings me back to reality pretty darn quick. But what’s that I see? A near-perfect replica?! Yes! The “SURPASS” Platform Pumps by Steve Madden are gleaming, virtual twins of the YSL Tribute, are they not? Available for pre-order. Now back to that fantasy…

Steve Madden "SURPASS" Platform Pumps in black patent (YSL Tribute knockoffs)

Steve Madden “SURPASS” Platform Pumpsls
($109.95, Steve Madden)

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UPDATE: This post has been updated on October 25, 2011. Scroll down to see the new add.

I’m not quite sure who wouldn’t go gaga over the pair of Brian Atwood Drama Pumps! Gotta love that invisible platform! And I love the 50s detailing reminiscent of the saddle shoe on the heel. As you can see below this shoe has become a favorite among the A-listers. Victoria looks amazingly posh in her Brian Atwood pumps along with Danniii Minogue, Nicole Scherzinger and Ginnifer Goodwin! So, since this shoe is actually sold out for the time being, we will skip straight over to our steal!

Brian Atwood Drama Platform Pumps in nude & black patent

Brian Atwood Drama Platform Pumps
($660, SOLD OUT)

Celebrities Love Brian Atwood

Victoria Beckham, Dannii Minogue, Nicole Scherzinger and Ginnifer Goodwin wearing nude and black patent Brian Atwood Drama Platform Pumps

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Bakers “Misty” Platform Pumps

UPDATE (10/25/2011): And here’s a budget-friendly Mary Jane version of the BA Drama pump coming from Bakers.

Bakers "Misty" Platform Pumps in nude and black patent (Brian Atwood Drama knockoffs)

Bakers “Misty” Platform Pumpsamazon
($59.99, Amazon)

INC International Concepts “Benecia” Platform Pumps

UPDATE (08/17/2011): And here’s yet another great BA Drama look-a-like! This time coming from INC International Concepts. Only $89 and available in nude/black, black/black, red/black patent or black/leopard.

INC International Concepts "Benecia" Platform Pumps in nude & black patent (Brian Atwood Drama knockoffs)

INC International Concepts “Benecia” Platform Pumpsls
($89, Macy’s)

Ivanka Trump “Tesi” Platform Pumps

UPDATE (07/21/2011): This pump by Ivanka Trump is 2 knockoffs in one! It has the outer appearance of Brian Atwood’s “Drama” while the shape heavily reminds me of YSL’s “Palais” pumps.

Ivanka Trump "Tesi" Platform Pumps in nude & black patent (Brian Atwood Drama knockoffs)

Ivanka Trump “Tesi” Platform Pumpscj
($69.30, Endless)

P.S.: Also available at Heels.com, Piperlimecj, Shoes.com & Macy’sls.

Qupid Neutral-44 Platform Pumps

UPDATE (05/14/2011): And here’s another fine-looking Brian Atwood look-a-like by Qupid. Available in nude/black or black/black.

Qupid Neutral-44 Platform Pumps in nude & black patent (Brian Atwood Drama knockoffs)

Qupid Neutral-44 Platform Pumpscj
($24.70, GoJane)

Topshop SPEAR Apricot Contrast Heel Platforms

UPDATE (03/11/2011): Just stumbled upon another great Brian Atwood alternative by Topshop. The heel is silver instead of black, but the rest is pretty much spot-on (including the hidden platform).

Topshop SPEAR Apricot Contrast Heel Platforms in apricot (Brian Atwood Drama knockoffs)

Topshop SPEAR Apricot Contrast Heel Platformsls
($140, Topshop)

Steve Madden “BEVV-B” Platform Pumps

Steve Madden‘s “BEVV-B” is the twin of the fabulous Brian Atwood Drama pump! Love it! And I LOVE the price even more! Priced at $99.99 you can get the same great look for less money! I’m still in love with the invisible platform the Brian Atwood pump offers, but, nonetheless, still a FAB shoe!

Steve Madden "BEVV-B" Platform Pumps in nude & black patent (Brian Atwood Drama knockofs)

Steve Madden “BEVV-B” Platform Pumps
($99.99, Heels.com)

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UPDATE: This post has been updated on September 28, 2011. Scroll down to see the new add.

I usually don’t like publishing 2 consequent posts about the same brand, but in the case of Brian Atwood I think I can make an exception. His rise to fame started somewhen last year with the “Maniac” platform pump which was one of the first 5″ heels to conquer the red carpet & every female celebrity’s heart. Nude pumps were starting to make the round back then and Brian Atwood’s version was especially appealing with its hidden platform, the high arch and delicious taupe color. Despite their hefty price tag of almost $600, it didn’t take long until these were completely sold out.

 Brian Atwood Maniac Hidden Platform Pumps in taupe patent

Brian Atwood Maniac Hidden Platform Pumpsls
($595, Bergdorf Goodman)

P.S.: Also available at Saksls.

Celebrities Love Brian Atwood

Eva Longoria, Victoria Beckham, Rosario Dawson, Kristin Cavallari, Kim Kardashian & Jessica Stroup wearing taupe patent Brian Atwood Maniac Hidden Platform Pumps

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C Label Peyton-1 Platform Pumps

UPDATE (09/28/2011): Found yet another fab and super cheap Brian Atwood Maniac look-a-like coming from newly found footwear brand C Label. I love all the color options!

C Label Peyton-1 Platform Pumps in black, red, nude, grey, pink and purple faux patent (Brian Atwood Maniac knockoffs)

C Label Peyton-1 Platform Pumpscj
($32.95, Endless)

New Look Patent Platform Court Shoes

UPDATE (08/19/2011): Thanks to our reader Jie who informed about yet another great Brian Atwood Maniac alternative from UK fashion chain New Look. Available in black, nude, chestnut, petrol and burgundy faux patent leather.

New Look Patent Platform Court Shoes in nude (Brian Atwood Maniac knockoffs)

New Look Patent Platform Court Shoes
(£19.99, New Look)

Alloy “Hailey” Platform Pumps

UPDATE (07/23/2011): Found a super steal-worthy Brian Atwood Maniac look-a-like on Alloy. I like how they provided 2 “nude” colors, a dark one for dark skinned girls and a light one for fair skin. Yay!

Alloy "Hailey" Platform Pumps in tan and nude faux patent (Brian Atwood Maniac knockoffs)

Alloy “Hailey” Platform Pumpsls
($34.90, Alloy)

ALDO “Bremseth” Platform Pumps

UPDATE (07/14/2011): The Holy Grail of the perfect BA Maniac look-a-like has been finally found! Thank you so much, ALDO. It’s available in both black and nude patent as well as 2 metallic versions, a silvery taupe and a gorgeous bronze color. And did I mention they’re $45 only (sale price!)? SCORE!

ALDO "Bremseth" Platform Pumps in bone and black patent (Brian Atwood Maniac knockoffs)

ALDO “Bremseth” Platform Pumpsamazon
($45, Amazon)

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

Chinese Laundry “Whistle” Platform Pumps

UPDATE (07/14/2011): And here’s another great and budget-friendly Brian Atwood alternative coming from Chinese Laundry. Available in a multitude of different patent colors these also come in a super gorgeous metallic snakeskin finish as well as a luxuriously looking black satin version. And all that for under $70! Awesome!

Chinese Laundry "Whistle" Platform Pumps in red, nude, fuchsia and black patent (Brian Atwood Maniac knockoffs)

Chinese Laundry “Whistle” Platform Pumpscj
($69.95, Endless)

P.S.: Also available at Zapposcj, Heels.com, Piperlimecj, Chinese Laundrycj, ShoeMallcj, ShoeMetrocj & Macy’sls.

Vince Camuto “Korsi” Platform Pumps

UPDATE (05/11/2011): Found another super similar Brian Atwood Maniac alternative. These Vince Camuto pumps come in either black leather or black patent and fawn combo.

Vince Camuto "Korsi" Platform Pumps in black patent (Brian Atwood Maniac knockoffs)

Vince Camuto “Korsi” Platform Pumpsls
($89.99, Vince Camuto)

P.S.: Also available at NORDSTROMls, National Jean Companyls.

Kelsi Dagger “Linzy” Platform Pumps

UPDATE (12/19/2010): I noticed these platform pumps Kelsi Dagger is not only a great YSL Tribtoo alternative, but they’re also quite similar to the Brian Atwood Maniac pumps. And there are so many colors to choose from. Which one is your favorite? Personally, I want them ALL!

Kelsi Dagger "Linzy" Platform Pumps (YSL Tribtoo knockoffs)

Kelsi Dagger “Linzy” Platform Pumpsendless
($77.99, Endless)

P.S.: Also available at Heels.com, Sears, Zapposcj, Piperlimecj, SHOEBACCA.comcj.

Steve Madden “RUSSHH” Platform Pumps

Ever since I discovered Brian Atwood’s Maniac pumps I was hoping and waiting for a good copy to come along. Surprisingly, it took longer than expected, but we finally have a Maniac doppelgänger courtesy of Steve Madden. Madden’s version isn’t quite as high and the color is not a perfect match, but at that price I’m not complaining. Available in 9 different colors and finishes: black, blush, fuchsia, lavender, nude, teal and wine patent as well as black and plum suede.

Steve Madden "RUSSHH" Platform Pumps in nude patent (Brian Atwood Maniac knockoffs)

Steve Madden “RUSSHH” Platform Pumpsendless
($67.98, Endless)

P.S.: Also available at Heels.com, ShoeMallcj, Shoes.com & 6pmcj.

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UPDATE: This post has been updated on August 12, 2011. Scroll down to see the new adds.

Looking for that perfect pink shoe? I cannot think of a better choice than this Giuseppe Zanotti E10000 Peep-toe Platform Slingback! You just have to be careful that your skin tone doesn’t completely blend in with the shoe itself! But, nonetheless, this heel looks amazing on starlets! I love how Kerry Washington sports this shoe with an elegant evening gown, and Alessandra Ambrosio, wearing the black version looks stunning as well. Who do you think wore the pumps best? If you want to have the same Zanotti look without the hefty price tag, just keep reading.

Giuseppe Zanotti E10000 Peep-toe Platform Slingback Pumps in nude patent

Giuseppe Zanotti E10000 Peep-toe Platform Slingback Pumps
($595, FootCandy)

Celebrities Love Giuseppe Zanotti

Alessandra Ambrosio, Kerry Washington and Brittany Snow wearing Giuseppe Zanotti E10000 Peep-toe Platform Slingbacks

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Nine West “Kobel” Slingback Pumps

UPDATE (08/12/2011): Now look at these adorable slingback pumps by Nine West. Very Zanotti-ish, don’t you think? I’m absolutely truly madly deeply in love with the blue satin version. Gorgeous!

Nine West "Kobel" Slingback Pumps in blue satin and nude suede (Giuseppe Zanotti E10000 knockoffs)

Nine West “Kobel” Slingback Pumpscj
($44.81, Endless)

P.S.: Also available at 6pmcj.

Dune “Whack D” Peep-toe Platform Court Shoes

UPDATE (08/12/2011): Found an amazing Zanotti look-a-like coming from UK footwear Dune. Shhh, but I just might like these better than the originals.

Dune "Whack D" Peep-toe Platform Court Shoes in nude patent (Giuseppe Zanotti E10000 knockoffs)

Dune “Whack D” Peep-toe Platform Court Shoesls
(£85, Dune)

bebe “Penelope” Peep Toe Platform Slingbacks

UPDATE (06/08/2011): Here’s another great Giuseppe Zanotti alternative coming from bebe. Available in black patent or nude leather.

bebe "Penelope" Peep Toe Platform Slingbacks in black patent and nude (Giuseppe Zanotti E10000 knockoffs)

bebe “Penelope” Peep Toe Platform Slingbacks
($129, bebe)

Chinese Laundry “Traffic Jam” Slingbacks

Now how close are these Chinese Laundry slingbacks? I really like the glimmer of these shoes! I also really love them in the magenta color, too (also available in black and burgundy patent)! Plus at $79, these heels won’t hurt your budget!

Chinese Laundry "Traffic Jam" Slingbacks in beige patent (Giuseppe Zanotti E10000 knockoffs)

Chinese Laundry “Traffic Jam” Slingbackscj
($35.41, Endless)

P.S.: Also available at Heels.com, ShoeMallcj, Shoes.com & DNA Footwearcj.

Steve Madden “ALLUDDE” Peep-toe Slingbacks

Another great Zanotti alternative are these patent slingback pumps by Steve Madden. I really love the color here! It is called blush, but looks more like a mocha color to me. Also available in red and black patent as well as in bone, red, black and platinum leather. Priced at $79.20 (on sale)!

Steve Madden "ALLUDDE" Peep-toe Slingbacks in blush patent (Giuseppe Zanotti E10000 knockoffs)

Steve Madden “ALLUDDE” Peep-toe Slingbacks
($79.20, Shoes.com)

P.S.: Also available at Heels.com, Endlessendless & 6pmcj.

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