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Real vs. Steal – Christian Louboutin Pigalle Pointed Flats

by Juliana on March 18, 2012

If you’ve never worn flats to work because they seem too informal, these pointy confections by Christian Louboutin may just be the anecdote. They are certainly among the most luxurious I’ve ever seen, and yet oddly familiar…like a pair that Holly Golightly might have pulled out from underneath the bed looking for her crocodile shoes in Breakfast at Tiffany’s. Of course, although these are fantastic, perhaps you may want to check out the other options below if your budget doesn’t allow for such a large investment.

Christian Louboutin Pigalle Pointed Flats
($575, Barneys)

Celebrities Love Christian Louboutin

Kate Walsh and Anne Hathaway wearing black patent Christian Louboutin Pigalle Pointed Flats

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Ivanka Trump “Annulio” Pointed Flats

This lovely option by Ivanka Trump, is both ladylike and modern at the same time. Perfectly polished for work, and yet they have a little added flirtatiousness to them as well. If there ever was a pair of flats that could look fabulous with a skirt, it’s got to be these. The pointy toe will elongate your legs, while the small heel elevates the foot just enough to give you support, and not completely betraying you at the end of the day with cramped toes. Plus, the patent leather is very easy to maintain. These are currently available in black, coral, lime, burgundy, grey and nude patent leather as well as matte black leather.

Ivanka Trump “Annulio” Pointed Flats
($119.95, Endless)

P.S.: Also available at Zappos, Piperlime, Shoes.com, Ivanka Trump, NORDSTROM & Bloomingdale’s.

J.Crew “Viv” Pointed Patent Flats

Leave it to J.Crew to offer some spring-infused alternatives made from great quality soft leather, and sure to provide a comfortable fit. At $188, they are a little bit more expensive than your average department store option, but you’ll instantly feel the difference in the way these will mold to your feet. If you love wearing stylish flats, consider investing in a quality pair that you’ll keep reaching for year after year! Plus, choosing a bright shade like Kelly Green is a great way to update your favorite weekend skinny jeans.

J.Crew “Viv” Pointed Patent Flats
($188, J.Crew)

Also available at NET-A-PORTER.

Report “Gonzalez” Pointed Flats

If you like to have a pair of shoes on standby for those days where you can’t even fathom wearing any kind of heel, the answer is this pair by Report. Perhaps you might try this more matte version with some sleek black leggings and a sweater dress? I definitely love my heels, but this is one very convincing alternative… especially for when I need to look polished but my toes require a vacation. This pair is available in black, chestnut or nude patent leather.

Report “Gonzalez” Pointed Flats
($48.07, Endless)

P.S.: Also available at Zappos, Shoes.com, Shoe Metro, NORDSTROM, Buy.com, Onlineshoes.com, ASOS, Dillard’s & Heels.com.

Pour La Victoire “Bre” Pointed Flats

If you loved the color choices above, check out even more bright options with this beautifully constructed version by Pour La Victoire. While the shape of the shoe does provide a more polished look, you can really have fun and modernize with a some color by combining a fuchsia pair with your classic gray suit. Wear them also with tailored pants, or tapered capris! And why not invite your pretty a-line and full skirts to the party too? Just make sure to keep those skirt hems above the knee for the most flattering silhouette.(Shoes pictured are available in various colors and uppers.)

Pour La Victoire “Bre” Pointed Flats
($190, Endless)

P.S.: Also available at Zappos & Shopbop.

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Real vs. Steal – Giuseppe Zanotti for Balmain Buckled Booties

by Irina on November 24, 2011

UPDATE: This post has been updated on November 24, 2011. Scroll down to see the new add.

These buckled ankle boots were designed by shoe design genius Giuseppe Zanotti for the hottest brand in Fashionville right now, Balmain, for their Fall 2009 footwear range. I wasn’t really a fan of this collection until I saw these badass rocker booties. My only problem: finding the pocket change to afford these. Sigh!

Giuseppe Zanotti for Balmain Buckled Booties
($1.338, MyTheresa)

XOXO “Raven” Ankle Boots

UPDATE (11/24/2011): Just stumbled upon another very affordable buckled Balmain look-a-like by XOXO aka Wanted.

XOXO “Raven” Ankle Boots
($47.45, Shoebuy)

P.S.: Also available at Endless.

Charles Albert New 1733 Buckle Booties

UPDATE (09/08/2010): Just in time for fall I happened to stumble upon these buckled Balmain look-a-likes by Charles Albert. They have a canvas upper, but everything else is pretty much spot-on. Available in black, blue or white canvas.

Charles Albert New 1733 Buckle Booties
($39.95, Endless)

Carlos by Carlos Santana “Admit” Ankle Boots

UPDATE (07/22/2010): Carlos by Carlos Santana provides us with yet another fabulous Balmain alternative in form of this latticed zipper ankle boots. Available in black or camel leather.

Carlos by Carlos Santana “Admit” Ankle Boots
($89.75, Endless)

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

ZiGiny “Triumph” Booties

UPDATE (01/19/2010): If you want an upscale knockoff of the Balmain booties, try these ankle boots by ZiGiny. They are available in black leather, black and red suede.

ZiGiny “Triumph” Booties
($65.97, Endless)

Hypnotic “Roadtrip” Buckle Booties

UPDATE (01/03/2010): Surprise! Surprise! Yet another Balmain knockoff. This one’s by Hypnotic and the booties come in either black, grey or rust suede.

Hypnotic “Roadtrip” Buckle Booties
($39.95, Endless)

Wet Seal Multi Buckle Booties

UPDATE (12/10/2009): Found yet another Balmain alternative by Wet Seal. Click on the link below and navigate to the shoes section or enter style number “41597064” in the search field to find the Balmain inspired buckle booties on the website.

Wet Seal Multi Buckle Booties
Style #: 41597064
($36.50, Wet Seal)

Anne Michelle Savior 27 Strappy Booties

UPDATE: WHOA! Check out these amazing Balmain knockoffs by Anne Michelle. I LOVE these!

Anne Michelle Savior 27 Strappy Booties
($42, LuLu*s)

Report “Lyndon” Buckle Booties

Check out these fabulous Balmain knockoffs brought to you by Report! Aren’t they just gorgeous? They’re so close to the original buckle booties. You better act fast as I predict these are going to sell out very, very quickly.

Report “Lyndon” Buckle Booties
($86.90, NORDSTROM)

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Real vs. Steal – Givenchy Multi Strap Wedges

by Irina on March 14, 2011

UPDATE: This post has been updated on March 14, 2011. Scroll down to see the new add.

How kickass are these shiny multi strap wedges by Givenchy? When I first saw the footwear collection for the S/S 2010 collection I was unsure if fast fashion chains would answer the call by replicating these extreme almost fetish-style shoes. But surprisingly a lot of them did and we’ve had several of the Givenchy shoes available for those on a lighter shoe shopping budget.

Givenchy Multi Strap Wedges
($519, Barney’s)

Celebrities Love Givenchy

Mary-Kate Olsen, Taylor Swift, Ciara & Kaley Cuoco wearing black Givenchy Multi Strap Wedges

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Report “Ethridge” Wedges

UPDATE (03/14/2011): Found another less extreme Givenchy alternative by Report. Available in black or nude.

Report “Ethridge” Wedges
($109.99, Heels.com)

P.S.: Also available at Zappos, Onlineshoes.com, Shoes.com, REVOLVEClothing, NORDSTROM & ASOS.

Boutique 9 “Grigio” Wedge Booties

UPDATE (01/04/2011): Here’s another excellent Givenchy knockoff by Boutique 9. Available in black, grey and taupe.

Boutique 9 “Grigio” Wedge Booties
($120, Zappos)

P.S.: Also available at Endless, Shoebuy, Shopbop & Macy’s.

Steve Madden “BONNDD” Wedge Sandals

UPDATE (10/27/2010): Apparently Steve Madden liked these Givenchy wedges so much they had to make a second, cheaper alternative. Good for us broke Givenchy lovers I guess. Available in black, blue, cognac & blush.

Steve Madden “BONNDD” Wedge Sandals
($59.99, Endless)

P.S.: Also available at Steve Madden, Piperlime & Dillard’s.

B. Makowsky “Doogie” Wedges

UPDATE (10/27/2010): And here’s another mid-priced Givenchy knockoff I found which is coming from B. Makowsky. Available in black, grey and nude leather.

B. Makowsky “Doogie” Wedges
($87.97, Endless)

P.S.: Also available at Macy’s.

Joe’s Jeans “Unforgettable” Wedge Sandals

UPDATE (09/05/2010): This is the 4th Givenchy knockoff I’ve come across in a matter of 2 weeks. Seems like people love Givenchy right now. Joe’s Jeans who are now also making footwear have copied Givenchy in the past, so it didn’t come as a surprise that they’ve done it again. Available in black leather or grey suede.

Joe’s Jeans “Unforgettable” Wedge Sandals
($170.23, Endless)

P.S.: Also available at Shopbop.

Steve Madden “FORTRES” Wedge Sandals

UPDATE (08/31/2010): Steve Madden has his own version of the Givenchy wedges in the form of these “FORTRES” wedge sandals.

Steve Madden “FORTRES” Wedge Sandals
($89.95, Steve Madden)

Trouvé “Karli” Sandals

UPDATE (08/24/2010): Just happened to come across another fabulous Givenchy knockoff by Trouvé. Available in either black or clay leather.

Trouvé “Karli” Sandals
($119.95, NORDSTROM)

Jessica Simpson “Tito” Wedges

Isn’t it amazing how you can get Givenchy style for 1/10 of the originals’ price? Thanks to Jessica Simpson you can wow the crowds by opting for these almost identical Givenchy look-a-likes. Totally amazed by this shoe line.

Jessica Simpson “Tito” Wedges
($119, Endless)

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In Vanessa Hudgens’ Closet – Myne, Antik Batik & Dolce Vita

by Irina on May 17, 2009

A few weeks ago actress Vanessa Hudgens was spotted out and about in Hollywood sporting a super flirty floral high-waisted Myne skirt with a black tank, her favorite DvF pendant necklace & aviator Ray-Bans, Dolce Vita sandals and a black Antik Batik fringe bag.

I love this look on Vanessa, she’s improving more and more in the style department.

Vanessa Hudgens wearing a pink floral Myne skirt and black strappy Dolce Vita flats with black fringed Antik Batik bag

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Who?	Vanessa Hudgens
Where?	Film Colony, Hollywood
When?	April 30, 2009
What?	Myne floral skirt, Dolce Vita sandals, Antik Batik fringe bag, DvF necklace, Ray-Ban aviator sunglasses

Vanessa Hudgens Look 4 Less

Like Vanessa’s flirty ensemble, but don’t have thousands of cash laying around? No problem, here are a few recession-proof suggestions that are just as stylish:

LuLu’s Plush Rose Tank Dress

This tank dress from LuLu’s instantly reminded me of Vanessa’s outfit when I stumbled upon it. The skirt might not be pink like Vanessa’s, but it’s high-waisted, has florals on it and costs only $34.

LuLu’s Plush Rose Tank Dress
($34, Lulus.com)

Report Nita Black Sandal Flats

Again these sandals are no exact match to Vanessa’s flats, but why spend hundreds on pricey shoes when there are cuties like these which are way more affordable?

Report Nita Black Sandal Flats
($39.95, Zappos.com)

Susan Nichole Funky Floral Saddle Bag

Susan Nichole Funky Floral Saddle Bag
($60, endless.com)

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