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Real vs. Steal – Manolo Blahnik Something Blue Satin Pumps

by Irina on September 23, 2009

UPDATE: This post has been updated on September 23, 2009. Scroll down to see the new adds.

I know you’re going to love this! Remember the gorgeous blue Cinderella-like Manolos Carrie wore at the end of the Sex and the City Movie? Yeah, I couldn’t get them out of my head either. The classic design and the bold blue hue make them great contenders for your favorite formal footwear.

Manolo Blahnik Something Blue Satin Pump


($925, Neiman Marcus)

Sex and the City Loves Manolo Blahnik

In the movie Carrie said they cost $525, but due to the vast demand retailers almost doubled the price to outrageous $925 making them a fictional purchase only for most of us shoe addicts who are living on a budget. What a bummer!

Carrie Bradshaw wearing Manolo Blahnik Something Blue satin pumps in the Sex and the City movie

RSVP “Zaza” Blue Satin Pumps

UPDATE (09/23/2009): Stumbled upon these awesome Manolo Blahnik knockoffs by RSVP today.

Look what I found! If you missed out on the Martinez Valero heels or just couldn’t justify the $160 price tag, these satin pumps by RSVP look almost identical, but are $60 cheaper. Available in blue, black, ivory and white. Grab these knockoffs while you can, I’m sure they are going to sell out super fast.

RSVP also has a flat heeled version of the Manolo Blahnik look-a-likes called “Cassiecj” ($99) which looks exactly like the Martinez Valero version except with a low heel.

RSVP "Zaza" Satin Pumps in cobalt blue (Manolo Blahnik Something Blue knockoffs)

RSVP “Zaza” Blue Satin Pumpscj
($99, Zappos)

Shiekh “Mitzy Hachi-200″ Satin Pumps

UPDATE (09/23/2009): Another alternative to the Manolo Blahnik Something Blue satin pumps.

I know these satin pumps by Shiekh aren’t exactly knockoffs, but the blue satin and the vamp embellishment reminded me of the Manolo Blahniks above and since these here resemble the Sedaraby pumps by Blahnik famously worn by Carrie Bradshaw a lot, I thought I just put them here as a budget-friendly alternative for under $50. Also available in pink and black satin!

Shiekh "Mitzy Hachi-200" Blue Satin D'Orsay Pumps (Manolo Blahnik knockoffs)

Shiekh “Mitzy Hachi-200″ Satin Pumpscj
($39.97, Shiekh Shoes)

Martinez Valero “Zenith” Blue Satin Pumps

Do not despair however! Because Martinez Valero has finally heard our prayers! He came up with an almost identical pair of his own blue satin pumps which also have the vamp embellishment, but cost only about 1/10 of the original Manolos. So if you are in need of beautiful yet affordable bridal shoes, these here might be your best bet. But hurry, once the masses get wind of these Manolo Blahnik look-a-likes, I guarantee you, they will be gone in a minute!

Martinez Valero Zenith blue satin pumps (Manolo Blahnik Something Blue knockoffs)

Martinez Valero “Zenith” Satin Pumps
($159.99, Heels.com)

P.S.: Also available at Nordstromls, Endlessendless & Zapposcj

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Designer Fashion 4 Less – Givenchy Birdcage Booties

by Irina on September 3, 2009

UPDATE: This post has been updated on September 03, 2009. Scroll down to see the new adds.

I am a shoe girl – always been, always will. I could spend an entire day browsing online shops for the perfect pair. Givenchy happens to make some really great shoes and I’ve always been a fan of their designs. If I had a few hundred dollars on hand, I would easily spend them on these absolutely gorgeous cut-out ankle boots.

Givenchy Birdcage Booties in black

Givenchy Black Birdcage Booties
(~$400, SOLD OUT)

Vanessa Hudgens Loves Givenchy

High School Musical star Vanessa Hudgens has a pair of her own Givenchy booties and apparently likes them a lot. She first sported these with an LBD to the Teen Vogue Young Hollywood Party in Septemer 2008 and then re-wore them with a casual outfit when she was shopping later in November.

I’m not fond of pairing the birdcage booties with a dress, but Vanessa certainly looked very chic in her shopping outfit. What do you think?

Vanessa Hudgens wearing black Givenchy Birdcage Ankle Boots

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Bebe Vixen Caged Leather Boots

UPDATE (09/03/2009): Yay, another pair of Givenchy knockoffs by Bebe.

Bebe’s version definitely has its differences compared to the original Givenchys as Bebe’s is made of patent leather and has a platform, but I still prefer their knockoffs out of all I have seen yet. They are certainly not the cheapest option, but the quality of the shoes looks really good. These knockoffs have also been recently rocked by Lindsay Lohan. I wonder if she was aware they were designer-inspired?

Bebe Vixen Caged Ankle Booties in black patent (Givenchy Birdcage knockoffs)

Bebe Vixen Caged Leather Boots

($159, Bebe)

Promise Cutout Ankle Boots

UPDATE (09/03/2009): More Givenchy knockoffs. These here are by Promise.

Promise Cutout Ankle Boots in black (Givenchy Birdcage Bootie knockoffs)

Promise Cutout Ankle Bootscj
($69.97, Shiekh Shoes)

Charlotte Russe Triangular Laser Cut Boots

UPDATE (08/15/2009): Found yet another pair of Givenchy knockoffs by Charlotte Russe.

Charlotte Russe Triangular Laser Cut Boots in black (Givenchy Birdcage knockoffs)

Charlotte Russe Triangular Laser Cut Bootscj
($39.99, Charlotte Russe)

Steve Madden “Sallina” Ankle Booties

Save a bunch of bucks by investing in Steve Madden’s almost identical knock-off “Sallina” which will cost you $107.91 (sale price).

Steve Madden Sallina Caged Ankle Booties in black (Givenchy knockoffs)

Steve Maden “SALLINA” Ankle Bootiescj
($107.91, Zappos)

FlyJane RIO Peep Toe Caged Bootie

Just stumbled upon another Givenchy Birdcage Bootie knockoff. Use coupon code BREEZE and receive $10 OFF your purchase of $65 or more.

FlyJane RIO Peep-toe Caged Booties in black (Givenchy knockoffs)

FlyJane RIO Peep Toe Caged Bootie
($54.90, FlyJane)

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Designer Fashion 4 Less – Fendi Metallic Suede Wedge Sandals

by Irina on August 30, 2009

I wouldn’t call Fendi one of my favorite designer brands, but when I saw these adorable white wedge sandals arriving at NET-A-PORTERls a few months ago, I knew it was love at first sight.

Fendi Spring 2009 Metallic Suede Wedge Sandals in off-white

Fendi Metallic Suede Wedge Sandals
($840, SOLD OUT)

Shiekh Audrina-09 Wedge Sandals

These “Audrina-09″ wedge sandals by Shiekh are obviously inspired by the Fendi wedges above though these miss the metallic inlay on the wooden style wedge. However, they are still a great alternative if you are looking for a similar style and they also happen to be discounted right now. Other color options include black and brown (my personal favorite).

Shiekh Audrina-09 Wooden Wedge Sandals in white (Fendi knockoffs)

Shiekh “Audrina-09″ Wedge Sandalscj
($44, Shiekh Shoes)

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