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Real vs. Steal – Jimmy Choo Flynn Mirrored Strappy Sandals

by Irina on March 3, 2010

UPDATE: This post has been updated on March 03, 2010. Scroll down to see the new add.

These gold strappy sandals by Jimmy Choo were some of my favorite heels from the spring/summer collection and are still on my wish list. The hefty price tag of $735 however is way out of my regular shoe budget, so no Jimmy Choos for me.

Jimmy Choo Flynn Mirrored Leather Sandals in gold

Jimmy Choo Flynn Mirrored Leather Sandalsls
($735, NET-A-PORTER)

Celebrities Love Jimmy Choo

Julie Benz was recently wearing a silver of pair of the Jimmy Choos to this year’s Emmy Awards while Kristen Bell rocked her gold ones with a black jumpsuit. Heather Graham seems to be a big fan of these sandals as she has worn them to every premiere during her The Hangover promo tour.

Julie Benz, Kristen Bell & Heather Graham wearing Jimmy Choo Flynn Strappy Sandals

Who wore the Jimmy Choo Flynn sandals best?

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BCBGMAXAZRIA “Akira” Sandals

UPDATE (03/03/2010): Check out this great Jimmy Choo look-a-like by BCBGMAXAZRIA. Available in gold & anthracite.

BCBGMAXAZRIA "Akira" Sandals in gold (Jimmy Choo Flynn knockoffs)

BCBGMAXAZRIA “Akira” Sandalsendless
($185, Endless)

P.S.: Also available at Shoebuycj & Lord & Taylor.

Coloriffics “Lustre” Strappy Sandals

UPDATE (01/30/2010): Found another fabulous and budget-friendly Jimmy Choo knockoff by Coloriffics. The strappy sandals are available in silver, bronze or red.

Coloriffics "Lustre" Strappy Sandals in silver (Jimmy Choo Flynn knockoffs)

Coloriffics “Lustre” Strappy Sandalsendless
($51.95, Endless)

P.S.: Also available at Shoes.com and Shoebuycj.

Michael Antonio “Scottie” Sandals

Want a similar style without blowing half of your paycheck? These strappy sandals by Michael Antonio are obviously inspired by the Jimmy Choo heels even though they vary slightly because the Michael Antonio sandals have a platform and the straps differ a bit as well. Available in 3 additional colors including silver, white and black.

Michael Antonio "Scottie" Strappy Sandals in gold (Jimmy Choo Flynn knockoffs)

Michael Antonio “Scottie” Sandalsendless
($54.95, Endless)

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Real vs. Steal – Christian Louboutin Rodita Zip Platforms

by Irina on February 2, 2010

Seeing something as functional as a zipper being used for decorative purposes always makes me wonder what the inventor would say to this trend? Studding and zipping everything has become so omnipresent that I easily forget those elements were originally not intended to be used as decoration. Luckily those times are long gone because otherwise we wouldn’t be able to lust after these gorgeous zip sandals by Christian Louboutin. And wouldn’t this be a pity?

Christian Louboutin Rodita Zip Platform Sandals in black & white

Christian Louboutin Rodita Zip Platforms
($835, SOLD OUT)

Celebrities Love Christian Louboutin

Nicky Hilton, Anna Kournikova & Anna Dello Russo wearing black Christian Louboutin Rodita Zip Platforms

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Jessica Simpson “Tansas” Zip Sandals

Louboutin’s “Rodita” sandals are sold out and also pretty expensive on top of that, so we are proud to present you these zip platform heels by Jessica Simpson which are just as fabulous and way more accessible than the actual Louboutins. Like the Loubies these sandals here also come in either black or white. Happy shopping!

Jessica Simpson "Tansas" Zip Platform Sandals in black & white (Christian Louboutin Rodita knockoffs)

Jessica Simpson “Tansas” Zip Sandalsendless
($97.95, Endless)

P.S.: Also available at Heels.com, Zapposcj, NORDSTROMls, Macy’sls, Shoebuycj & Dillard’sls.

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Real vs. Steal – Giuseppe Zanotti Special Edition Crystal Strap Sandals

by Irina on December 29, 2009

UPDATE: This post has been updated on February 15, 2010. Scroll down to see the new add.

I loved Giuseppe Zanotti‘s Special Edition platforms sandals right from the start when I first spotted them on Heidi Klum’s feet back in April. They are so fierce & so incredibly high (I probably couldn’t even walk in these mega platforms, but still). These are truly some special heels! They originally retailed for $1.385 in black or gold. The gold version has since sold out, but the black one is now on sale for 30% less.

Giuseppe Zanotti Special Edition Crystal Strap Sandals in black

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($970, LUISAVIAROMA)

Celebrities Love Giuseppe Zanotti

Heidi Klum, Eva Mendes and Eva Herzigova wearing Giuseppe Zanotti Special Edition Platform Sandals

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Nine West “Inquisat” Platform Sandals

UPDATE (02/15/2010): Nine West

Nine West "Inquisat" Platform Sandals in silver (Giuseppe Zanotti knockoffs)

Nine West “Inquisat” Platform Sandals
($129, Nine West)

Charlotte Russe Sequin Bondage Platforms

UPDATE (12/29/2009): Charlotte Russe has also their own Giuseppe Zanotti imitation.

Charlotte Russe Sequin Bondage Platforms in black (Giuseppe Zanotti Special Edition Crystal Strap knockoffs)

Charlotte Russe Sequin Bondage Platformscj
($42.99, Charlotte Russe)

Michael Antonio “Reza” Platform Sandals

UPDATE (12/29/2009): Here’s yet another Giuseppe Zanotti knockoff version by Michael Antonio. Available in 5 colors: black, silver, pewter, bronze and gold.

Michael Antonio "Reza" Platform Sandals in black (Giuseppe Zanotti Crystal Strap Special Edition knockoffs)

Michael Antonio “Reza” Platform Sandalsendless
($119.95, Endless)

Pelle Moda “Madeira” Platform Sandals

UPDATE (12/16/2009): Stumbled upon these high class knockoffs by Pelle Moda today. Available in black and gold.

Pelle Moda "Madeira" Open-toe Platform Sandals in black (Giuseppe Zanotti Special Edition Crystal knockoffs)

Pelle Moda “Madeira” Open-toe Platform Sandalsendless
($224.95, Endless)

Miss Me “Skyler-7″ Sandals

UPDATE (11/30/2009): Discovered yet another budget-friendly Giuseppe Zanotti alternative by Miss Me. Available in black, gold and brown.

Miss Me Skyler-7 Sandals in black (Giuseppe Zanotti Special Edition Crystal Strap knockoffs)

Miss Me “Skyler-7″ Sandalsendless
($49.95, Endless)

P.S.: Also available at LoveMyShoes and Shiekh Shoescj.

Pour La Victoire “Sienna” Strappy Sandals

UPDATE (11/30/2009): Found another Giuseppe Zanotti knockoff by Pour La Victoire which comes pretty close to the originals. Not quite a steal though. Available in black, navy and taupe.

Pour La Victoire "Sienna" Strappy Sandals in black (Giuseppe Zzanotti Special Edition Crystal Strap knockoffs)

Pour La Victoire “Sienna” Strappy Sandalsendless
($365.95, Endless)

Office “STRIPTEASE” Suede Sandals

British and European Zanotti lovers can now snap up their personal Giuseppe heels 4 less by purchasing these platform sandals coming from Office. The heels may be made of suede and they also don’t have as many straps as the originals, but they are still a great alternative for budget-savyy fashionistas. Available in black and taupe for £85.

Office Striptease Suede Platform Sandals (Giuseppe Zanotti Special Edition knockoffs)

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(£85, Office)

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Celebrity Look 4 Less – Heather Graham in Dolce & Gabbana & Jimmy Choo

by Irina on December 3, 2009

Back in June Heather Graham walked the red carpet of the Los Angeles premiere for “The Hangover” in a ravishing red satin dress by Dolce & Gabbana. The blonde actress was a total knockout in her corseted, body-con dress which she finished off with her favorite Jimmy Choo sandals and perfectly coiffed hair. Love it! This is one of my favorite red carpet looks this year.

Heather Graham wearing a red satin Dolce & Gabbana corset dress

Our Rating: ★★★★★

Who?Heather Graham
Where?“The Hangover” Premiere, Los Angeles
When?June 02, 2009
What?Dolce & Gabbana dress, Jimmy Choo “Flynn” sandals

Bebe Perfect 10 Halter Dress

Bebe Perfect 10 Halter Corset Dress in red satin

Bebe Perfect 10 Halter Dress
($149, Bebe)

Michael Antonio “Scottie” Sandals

Michael Antonio "Scottie" Strappy Sandals in gold (Jimmy Choo Flynn knockoffs)

Michael Antonio “Scottie” Sandalsendless
($54.95, Endless)

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Real vs. Steal – Emilio Pucci Multi-Strap Open-toe Sandals

by Irina on November 13, 2009

OK, first off I’d like to make clear that these Emilio Pucci sandals below are not the exact shoes I meant to feature as the “real deal”, but they are the only ones I found which come relatively close to the Emilio Puccis I do actually mean. Take a look at the Zoe Saldana pictures further down show to see which shoes have been driving me insane for months now. Obsessed doesn’t even remotely describes just how much I adore & want these heels. Problem is: they aren’t even out yet (also might never will be, because Zoe’s version could have been a modified one-of-a-kind pair). And even IF they were available, I’m very positive I couldn’t afford them.

Emilio Pucci Multi-Strap Open-toe Sandals in black

Emilio Pucci Multi-Strap Open-toe Sandalscj
($635, Zappos)

Zoe Saldana Loves Emilio Pucci

Zoe Saldana has come to be one of my heaviest girl crushes this year after I’ve seen her in the most lustworthy red carpet getups during her Star Trek promo tour this spring. Her red Prabal Gurung number which she wore to the Berlin premiere in April was by far my favorite. She was head-to-toe perfection and in true shoe addict manner I’ve fallen head over heels for her black strappy sandals. So gorgeous, right?

Zoe Saldana wearing black satin Emilio Pucci Fall 2009 Multi-Strap Open-toe Sandals

Bebe “Trish” Satin Sandals

Bebe did a good job on copying Zoe’s heels. I instantly recognized the inspiration behind these strappy satin sandals. They have a platform and also two straps less than the Emilio Pucci heels, but they still look a lot like Zoe’s heels. If you prefer a funkier version, the shoes come also in fuchsia satin, bronze snake print and black leather.

Bebe Trish Satin Strappy Sandals in black (Emilio Pucci knockoffs)

Bebe “Trish” Satin Sandals
($59.99, Bebe)

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