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Real vs. Steal – Isabel Marant Otway Studded Ankle Boots

by Irina on November 24, 2011

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

I know summer is almost over when I find myself starting to look for shoes to wear in the fall. These studded ankle booties called “Otway” by Isabel Marant have been on my wish list for months now, but as with most of the things on my wish list, they are way out of my budget let alone the fact that they aren’t even out yet.

Isabel Marant Fall 2009 "Otway" Studded Ankle Booties

Isabel Marant Otway Studded Ankle Boots
(Price Unknown, SOLD OUT)

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Isabel Marant Fall 2009 Studded Ankle Booties in black suede

Sienna Miller & Lindsay Lohan wearing black suede Isabel Marant Fall 2009 studded ankle boots

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Wanted “Quebec” Ankle Boots

UPDATE (11/24/2011): After more than 2 years since the last find I’ve found a new Otway look-a-like by Wanted. Currently on sale and available in either black or navy faux suede.

Wanted "Quebec" Ankle Boots in black faux suede (Isabel Marant Otway knockoffs)

Wanted “Quebec” Ankle Bootscj
($43.99, Endless)

ALDO “Zabrocki” Studded Ankle Booties

UPDATE (11/07/2009): Stumbled upon yet another great and affordable Isabel Marant Otway alternative by ALDO.

ALDO "Zabrocki" Studded Ankle Booties (Isabel Marant Otway knockoffs)

ALDO “Zabrocki” Studded Ankle Bootiesamazon
($150, Amazon)

Rosegold “Halle” Studded Ankle Boots

UPDATE (10/05/2009): Look at this knockoff version by Rosegold and try to spot the difference between this one and the Isabel Marant boots. These booties are as close as you can get to the original.However, a knockoff this great comes at a price: $285. Yup, that’s pretty expensive, but probably still at least a few hundred dollars cheaper than the original. If you have the cash, why not spend it on these awesome knockoffs?

Rosegold Halle Studded Ankle Boots with Buckle (Isabel Marant Fall 2009 knockoffs)

Rosegold “Halle” Studded Ankle Boots
($285, Singer22)

Jeffrey Campbell “Us” Studded Ankle Boots

Kudos to Jeffrey Campbell for always finding the right shoes to knock-off. Someone over there is doing his/her homework. Their “Us” studded booties are obviously a tribute to Isabel Marant’s booties. I just wish the heel would look more like the original. Available in black suede or black leather.

Jeffrey Campbell "Us" Studded Ankle Boots in black suede (Isabel Marant knockoffs)

Jeffrey Campbell “Us” Studded Ankle Boots
($164.95, Solestruck)

Steve Madden “BLITZI” Ankle Boots

Steve Madden seems to have sniffed a trend here as well and decided to make their own interpretation of the ankle booties. The heel of their booties is higher and brown instead of black, but everything else is pretty much identical. Comes also in brown suede. Use promo code “SMSPRING15” to get 15% OFF + Free Shipping on your order of $75 or more! Offer valid until 06/30/12.

Steve Madden BLITZI Studded Ankle Booties in black suede (Isabel Marant knockoffs)

Steve Madden “BLITZI” Ankle Bootsls
($189.95, Steve Madden)

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Real vs. Steal – Chloé Cork Platform Gladiator Sandals

by Erica on October 13, 2011

UPDATE: This post has been updated on October 13, 2011. Scroll down to see the new add.

So I don’t think the gladiator trend is dying out anytime soon. This may be good news for some (like me) and a little disappointing for others. But you might just change your mind about the trend once you check out this Chloé Cork Platform Gladiator Sandal! I love the high back and the double closure. Yet, for the most part, I’m in love with anything that has a cork platform! It’s always the best accessory to have for the summer and nothing says summer like a cork heel. If you don’t want to dish out the $750 for this shoe, below you’ll find a second, more budget-friendly option.

Chloé Cork Platform Gladiator Sandals in brown suede

Chloé Cork Platform Gladiator Sandalsls
($750, NET-A-PORTER)

P.S.: Also available at Jildorcj & Footnotes.

Charles Albert 156666 Sandals

UPDATE (10/13/2011): Just came across this Chloé inspired faux leather gladiator high heels by Charles Albert.

Charles Albert 156666 Sandals in black (Chloé knockoffs)

Charles Albert 156666 Sandalscj
($34.95, Endless)

HK by Heidi Klum “Penny” Platform Sandals

UPDATE (06/17/2011): Found what I think is just a rebranded version of the Rosegold dupe only a few bucks cheaper. Apparently, Heidi Klum is not only designing jewelry but now can add shoes to the list. Yeah, as if. Available in black or taupe suede.

HK by Heidi Klum "Penny" Platform Sandals in taupe suede (Chloé knockoffs)

HK by Heidi Klum “Penny” Platform Sandalscj
($84, Endless)

Rosegold “Pana” Sandals

OK, so it’s not exactly the same as the Chloé gladiators, but you get the same look! I’m a little disappointed Rosegold‘s version doesn’t have the double closure, but the shoe is only priced at $168 and it comes in black, too!

Rosegold "Pana" Sandals in taupe suede (Chloé knockoffs)

Rosegold “Pana” Sandalsendless
($168, Endless)

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

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Real vs. Steal – Miu Miu Cork and Leather Wedge Sandals

by Celine on March 21, 2011

UPDATE: This post has been updated on March 21, 2011. Scroll down to see the new add.

Well this is definitely the season of the wedge. We’ve seen them pop up in countless Spring/Summer shows, in various colors and textiles. I think what makes them so popular is that they’re a versatile shoe: inherently casual but just add leather or a bow and you’ve got yourself one hot date shoe. The Miu Miu Cork and Leather Wedge Sandal embodies this perfectly. A luxe mocha leather and some exquisite details (knots, stitching, leather wrapped around the heel) make this sky-high wedge stand out from the pack.

Miu Miu Cork and Leather Wedge Sandals in brown

Miu Miu Cork and Leather Wedge Sandalsls
($650, NET-A-PORTER)

Very Volatile “Tanya” Wedges

UPDATE (03/21/2011): Found another great Miu Miu alternative in brown by Very Volatile for under $60. Yay!

Very Volatile "Tanya" Wedges in brown (Miu Miu knockoffs)

Very Volatile “Tanya” Wedgescj
($59, Piperlime)

Qupid Bikini-03 Knotted Wedges

UPDATE (04/20/2010): Check out these knockoffs by Qupid. They’re available in either camel (pictured), black, taupe & white and cost under $25.

Qupid Bikini-03 Knotted Wedges in brown (Miu Miu knockoffs)

Qupid Bikini-03 Knotted Wedges
($24.99, AmiClubWear)

Rosegold “Casey” Wedges

Rosegold is a company after our own heart. Only recently on our radar, they seem to be dedicated to delivering almost replica-like knockoffs of our favorite shoes. Do you recall the post back in November wherein we featured Rosegold and their Isabel Marant Otway Studded Booties knockoff? Those were excellent but take a look at these. I beg of you to spot a difference between these Casey wedges and the original Miu Miu wedges, above. Besides a slightly lower (read: more manageable) heel, they look virtually identical. At $168 they may not be a total impulse buy, but that’s still a ridiculously good price compared to the originals! Available in black and brown.

Rosegold "Casey" Wedges in cognac (Miu Miu knockoffs)

Rosegold “Casey” Wedgesendless
($129.36, Endless)

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

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Real vs. Steal – Elizabeth and James Cal Wedges

by Vahni on February 6, 2011

UPDATE: This post has been updated on February 06, 2011. Scroll down to the new add.

So you hate looking like one of the crowd. For avant garde shoes, clothing, and accessories, look no further than Elizabeth and James — the quirky, lower-end line launched by wondertwins Ashley and Mary-Kate Olsen. The Cal Wedges below are a great example of the type of shoe you can expect from this label: functional, but kind of like a wearable piece of abstract art.

Elizabeth and James Cal Wedges in mocha suede

Elizabeth and James Cal Wedgescj
($354, Zappos)

Miss Me Oasis-7 Wedge Sandals

UPDATE (02/06/2011): Just happened to stumble upon this almost identical E&J look-a-like by Miss Me. Available in pewter, bronze & silver.

Miss Me Oasis-7 Wedge Sandals in black (Elizabeth & James Cal knockoffs)

Miss Me Oasis-7 Wedge Sandalsendless
($45.95, Endless)

Rosegold “Shawna” Wedge Booties

Yes, I did write “lower-end” when I referred to the $354 Elizabeth and James wedges above, and technically they are; the Olsens have another line, The Row, which has significantly higher price points. So how lucky are we that Rosegold has its own even lower-end version of the Cal: “Shawna” Wedge Booties. They’re are a great investment for Spring 2010, because they incorporate two trends from the shows in one statement-making sandal: neutrals like beige and drab olive, and the arty wedge. Available in beige and black.

Rosegold "Shawna" Wedge Booties in beige suede (Elizabeth and James Cal knockoffs)

Rosegold “Shawna” Wedge Bootiesendless
($158, Endless)

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Real vs. Steal – Chloé T-Strap Cork Wedge Sandals

by Celine on January 6, 2011

UPDATE: This post has been updated on January 06, 2011. Scroll down to see the new add.

Sick of wedges yet? No? Good! Because as I mentioned in a previous post, wedges just seem to be THE shoe of the moment. Perfect for spring, comfortable and retro stylish. Take a look at these T-Strap Cork Wedges by Chloé: I think t-straps are so flattering on the foot and I love the nude color and leather piping. A really timeless shoe, to be sure, but also really expensive.

Chloé T-Strap Cork Wedge Sandals in nude

Chloé T-Strap Cork Wedge Sandalscj
($690, Jildor)

BCBGeneration “Carete” Wedge Sandals

UPDATE (01/06/2011): Just stumbled upon another, fabulous and stunningly identical Chloé knockoff by BCBGeneration. Available in black, ivory and gold.

BCBGeneration "Carete" Wedge Sandals in ivory (Chloé knockoffs)

BCBGeneration “Carete” Wedge Sandalsendless
($110, Endless)

P.S.: Also available at Piperlimecj & Dillard’sls.

Rosegold “Cara” Cork Wedges

Man, I am loving me some Rosegold right now. They just keep cranking out the knockoffs, but what makes them so awesome is that their “steal” shoes look great. It’s obvious where Rosegold got their inspiration for the “Cara” from. Nude leather, leather piping, platform – all the details are there to make this shoe an excellent knockoff of the Chloé T-Straps. Wear with a floral summer dress or shorts and a flouncy white blouse.

Rosegold "Cara" Cork Wedges in nude (Chloé knockoffs)

Rosegold “Cara” Cork Wedgesendless
($151.20, Endless)

P.S.: Also available at The Shoe Boxls.

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