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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 in black

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 in black (Givenchy knockoffs)

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

P.S.: Also available at Zapposcj, Onlineshoes.comls, Shoes.com, REVOLVEClothingcj, NORDSTROMicon & ASOSls.

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 in black (Givenchy knockoffs)

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

P.S.: Also available at Endlessendless, Shoebuycj, Shopbopcj & Macy’sls.

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 in black (Givenchy knockoffs)

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

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

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 in black (Givenchy knockoffs)

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

P.S.: Also available at Macy’sls.

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 in black (Givenchy knockoffs)

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

P.S.: Also available at Shopbopcj.

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 in black (Givenchy knockoffs)

Steve Madden “FORTRES” Wedge Sandalscj
($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 in black (Givenchy knockoffs)

Trouvé “Karli” Sandalsls
($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 in black (Givenchy knockoffs)

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

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UPDATE: This post has been updated on April 11, 2010. Scroll down to see the new add.

If you’re looking for a sexy pair of black high heels, these Sergio Rossi zip back sandals might be what you’re looking for. The criss cross straps add interest while the zipper that goes all the way down to the heel will grant you some “Ooooh!” and “Aaaah!” moments from fellow shoe aficionados.

Sergio Rossi Black Criscross Zipper Back Sandals

Sergio Rossi Zipper Back Pumpls
($695, The Shoe Box)

Tahari “Dashley” Elastic Strappy Stiletto Sandals

UPDATE (04/11/2010): Here’s yet another great Sergio Rossi knockoff by Tahari. Available in either black or taupe.

Tahari "Dashley" Elastic Strappy Stiletto Sandals in black (Sergio Rossi knockoffs)

Tahari “Dashley” Elastic Strappy Stiletto Sandals
($79.99, Lord & Taylor)

Anne Michelle CLUBBIN-09 Sandals

UPDATE (02/28/2010): Found these Sergio Rossi inspired platform heels by Anne Michelle. Available in black & red.

Anne Michelle CLUBBIN-09 Sandals in black (Sergio Rossi knockoffs)

Anne Michelle CLUBBIN-09 Sandals
($36.98, LoveMyShoes)

Fergie “Deception” Sandals

UPDATE (02/28/2010): Another Sergio Rossi alternative by Fergie. Available in black & rose.

Fergie "Deception" Sandals in black (Sergio Rossi knockoffs)

Fergie “Deception” Sandals
($79, Shoes.com)

P.S.: Also available at Shoebuycj, FergieShoes & Zapposcj.

Faith “TASTIC” Criss Cross Sandals

UPDATE (02/28/2010): Check out this Sergio Rossi tribute by UK retailer Faith.

Faith "TASTIC" Criss Cross Sandals in black (Sergio Rossi knockoffs)

Faith “TASTIC” Criss Cross Sandalsls
(£60, Faith)

Jessica Simpson “Deluth” Pumps

Every second shoe style from Jessica Simpson‘s shoe line is basically a knockoff. The “Deluth” pump is no exception. The heel might be thicker, but other than that they look almost like the Sergio Rossi back zip sandals.

Jessica Simpson Deluth Black Strapped Zipper Pump

Jessica Simpson Deluth Pumpendless
($78.95, Endless)

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There is such a thing as the perfect pair of summer stilettos and I believe Azzedine Alaïa created them. Look at these darlings below: wouldn’t they look perfect with a yellow sundress or white capri pants? They used to retail for approx. $1.000 at Browns, but it seems like they have sold out recently.

Azzedine Alaïa Gladiator Stiletto Sandals in tan leather

Azzedine Alaïa Gladiator Stiletto Sandals
(~ $1.000, BrownsFashion.com)

Celebrities Love Azzedine Alaïa

Azzedine Alaïa is loved by the celebrity world, so it’s no surprise to see female celebrities flaunting his designs on a regular basis. Charlize Theron for example looks chic wearing her black Alaïa sandals with a black tunic dress while Katie Holmes took a more casual approach by pairing her tan version (my personal favorite!) with a plaid blouse and cuffed boyfriend jeans. Celine Dion went the sexy route and sexed up her silver metallic Alaïa heels with a micro mini pink Balmain dress.

Charlize Theron, Katie Holmes & Celine Dion wearing Azzedine Alaïa Gladiator Stiletto Sandals

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Boutique 9 Vivacity Sandals

These Azzedine Alaïa knockoffs from Boutique 9 are pretty much spot on except for the heel which is a bit thicker and not quite as high as on the originals. However, they also retail for a lot, lot less, being currently marked down from $155 to $89.99. Also available in black leather.

Boutique 9 Vivacity Gladiator Sandal in tan (Azzedine Alaia knockoff)

Boutique 9 Vivacity Sandals
($89.99, Piperlime.com)

Moul Style Gladiator Sandals

UPDATE #1: Just found another pair of Azzedine Alaïa gladiator sandal knockoffs which you can buy from YesStyle. The heel is thicker, but other than that they have the same look and feel as the Alaia sandals. Sorry for the crappy pic, you can see the shoes from other angles on YesStyle’s website.

Moul Style Gladiator Sandals in brown (Azzedine Alaia knockoffs)

Moul Style Gladiator Sandals
($72, YesStyle.com)

BCBG Max Azria Buckled Gladiator Sandals

UPDATE #2: Yet another pair of Azzedine Alaïa gladiator sandal knockoffs coming from BCBG Max Azria which are currently on sale for $217.80 and available in either black or white with a wooden heel (Shopbop has the sandal in white for $275 while Endlessendless has the same version in black, $274.95).

BCBG Max Azria Lavin Buckled Gladiator Sandals in black (Azzedine Alaia knockoffs)

BCBG Max Azria Buckled Gladiator Sandals
($217.80, Zappos.com)

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Matthew Williamson‘s Spring 2009 collection was a welcome burst of color and it was one of my favorite shows of the season. Not only the clothes were absolutely adorable and lustworthy, but also the shoes which came in either pink, yellow, black or white.

Matthew Williamson Spring 2009 Footwear

Matthew Williamson Spring 2009 black strap sandals

The ankle strapped sandal has asymmetrical straps curve around the foot with solid patent straps across the toes. Here’s a more detailed view of the shoe:

Matthew Williamson Spring 2009 Black Strap Sandals

Bebe “Bri” Satin & Patent Sandals

I don’t know what it is with Bebe. I wonder if they do anything else than copying other people’s work? Here’s another knockoff candidate. The “Bri” satin sandal comes in black and retails for $129.

Bebe Bri Satin Patent Sandals in black

Bebe “Bri” Satin & Patent Sandals
($129, bebe.com)

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