Wanted

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 Uma Buckled Ankle Boots in black leather

Giuseppe Zanotti for Balmain Buckled Bootieszx
($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 in black (Balmain knockoffs)

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

P.S.: Also available at Endlesscj.

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 in black canvas (Balmain knockoffs)

Charles Albert New 1733 Buckle Bootiesendless
($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 in black (Balmain knockoffs)

Carlos by Carlos Santana “Admit” Ankle Bootscj
($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 in black (Balmain knockoffs)

ZiGiny “Triumph” Bootiesendless
($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 in black suede (Balmain knockoffs)

Hypnotic “Roadtrip” Buckle Bootiesendless
($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 in black faux suede (Balmain Fall 2009 knockoffs)

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 in black (Balmain Fall 2009 knockoffs)

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 in black (Balmain for Giuseppe Zanotti Fall 2009 knockoffs)

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

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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)

Celebrities Love Isabel Marant

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)

P.S.: Also available at Shoebuycj.

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.

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

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

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Real vs. Steal – Stuart Weitzman 50/50 Boots

by Vanessa on November 14, 2011

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

I’m not sure why they call these boots 50/50, when they’re 100% awesome, but I’ll take them! Stuart Weitzman has been a household name in evening shoes for a very long time. Many people don’t know that the collection features far more than glitz and glamour for the feet. There’s everyday booties, bags and wedges to name a few. In my fashionable opinion, each year the shoes get better and better looking, but the amazing comfort stays the same. So it’s no surprise that many of Hollywood’s leading ladies are consistently seen in Stuart Weitzman shoes on and off the red carpet. These below photos are sure to get you less sad about leaving summer behind.

Stuart Weitzman 50/50 Boots in black nappa leather

Stuart Weitzman 50/50 Bootscj
($595, Endless)

P.S.: Also available at Zapposcj, Footnotescj, NORDSTROMls, Jildorcj & Bloomingdale’sls.

Celebrities Love Stuart Weitzman

Leighton Meester, Jennifer Love Hewitt, Lindsay Lohan wearing black Angelina Jolie in Stuart Weitzman 5050 Boots

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Dana Buchman Over-the-Knee Boots

UPDATE (11/14/2011): And here’s another great and budget-friendly 50/50 look-a-like. These Dana Buchman boots were discovered by ITC reader, Christine. Thanks for the heads-up!

Dana Buchman Over-the-Knee Boots in black (Stuart Weitzman 5050 knockoffs)

Dana Buchman Over-the-Knee Boots
($64.99, Kohl’s)

Vaneli “Rankin” Boots

UPDATE (11/18/2010): Just came across these fine 50/50 knockoffs by Vaneli. Spot-on, but only half the price of the originals!

Vaneli "Rankin" Boots in black (Stuart Weitzman 5050 knockoffs)

Vaneli “Rankin” Bootscj
($78.50, 6pm)

Me Too “Delta” Boots

UPDATE (11/18/2010): Surprise! Yet another 50/50 look-a-like. This one’s by Me Too and comes in either black leather or black suede.

Me Too "Delta" Boots in black (Stuart Weitzman 5050 knockoffs)

Me Too “Delta” Bootscj
($57.20, 6pm)

P.S.: Also available at Onlineshoes.comls.

Paul Green “Grayson” Boots

UPDATE (11/08/2010): And here’s another fabulous though pretty steep 50/50 alternative by Paul Green.

aul Green "Grayson" Boots in black (Stuart Weitzman 50/50 knockoffs)

Paul Green “Grayson” Bootscj
($379, Endless)

ALDO “Recinos” Boots

UPDATE (11/03/2010): Found yet another great 50/50 alternative by ALDO.

ALDO "Recinos" Boots in black (Stuart Weitzman 50/50 knockoffs)

ALDO “Recinos” Bootsamazon
($160, Amazon)

Wanted “Eiffel” Knee-High Boots

UPDATE (08/22/2010): Look what I just came across! Another 50/50 look-a-like by Wanted. Available in black or brown.

Wanted "Eiffel" Knee-High Boots in black (Stuart Weitzman 5050 knockoffs)

Wanted “Eiffel” Knee-High Bootscj
($60.94, Endless)

P.S.: Also available at DNA Footwearcj.

MICHAEL Michael Kors “Bromley” Flat Boots

UPDATE (08/22/2010): And here’s a high-class knockoff coming from MICHAEL Michael Kors. Available in black or brown.

MICHAEL Michael Kors "Bromley" Flat Boots in black (Stuart Weitzman 5050 knockoffs)

MICHAEL Michael Kors “Bromley” Flat Bootscj
($198, Endless)

P.S.: Also available at Zapposcj, Piperlimecj, Jildorcj, Footnotescj, ShoeMetrocj, Shoes.com, NORDSTROMls, Bloomingdale’sls, Buy.comls & Macy’sls.

Enigma BC-567 Boots

UPDATE (08/15/2010): And here’s another fabulous 50/50 alternative by Enigma in a shiny black patent version with a buckle in the back. Under $50, too!

Enigma BC-567 Boots in black patent (Stuart Weitzman 5050 knockoffs)

Enigma BC-567 Boots
($49.98, LoveMyShoes)

Steve Madden “HAVILAND” Boots

If you’re anything like me, you’ve seen the photos and you’re now dying to work those looks into your Fall/Winter wardrobe – stat! Once again, Steve Madden comes through. The Haviland boots are an excellent alternative and if you think of how many times they will be your go-to boot, the cost per wear turns into pennies!

Steve Madden "HAVILAND" Boots in black (Stuart Weitzman 5050 knockoffs)

Steve Madden “HAVILAND” Bootsls
($111.98, Onlineshoes.com)

Promiscuous “Karin” Boots

Many fashion loving ladies have told me that they have trouble getting slim fitting boots over their athletic calves, often forcing them into ankle boots. While I love the way ankle boots look, diversity is important in a wardrobe. Luckily, these fabulous Karin boots by Promiscuous will solve that problem and get taller boots onto all feet this year!

Promiscuous "Karin" Boots in black leather (Stuart Weitzman 5050 knockoffs)

Promiscuous “Karin” Bootscj
($143, Zappos)

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UPDATE: This post has been updated on June 02, 2011. Scroll down to see the new add.

You know what bugs me big time? When I do my daily shoe research and start seeing shoes from different brands which have all the same design or concept. Almost always a sign that these are “inspired by“-shoes. Most of the time I am able to tell by whom these steal versions were inspired, but not this time. I stumbled upon 4 wedge styles, all different brands but with the same design and I just couldn’t tell the designer inspiration to these knockoffs. It was so frustrating! But life is fair – sometimes at least. Because yesterday I accidentally browsed the shoe section at theOutnet and voilà, there I spied them: the “Amaya” wedges by Paloma Barceló. Finally, the mystery was solved! No wonder I couldn’t tell the designer because up until yesterday I have never heard of Paloma Barceló. So I decided to educate myself and looked up the brand. Turns out it’s a Spanish footwear line founded in 1960 specializing in mostly espadrille styles. Check out the various designs at NET-A-PORTERls and LUISAVIAROMAcj, so stunning, perfect summer shoes!

Paloma Barceló Amaya Leather And Raffia Wedges in brown

Paloma Barceló Amaya Leather And Raffia Wedges
($295, SOLD OUT)

P.S.: Available in a US size 11 in raspberry at theOutnetls ($118).

Dollhouse “Milla” Wedge Sandals

UPDATE (06/02/2011): Found yet another Paloma Barceló knockoff coming from Dollhouse. Available in tan or brown.

Dollhouse "Milla" Wedge Sandals in tan (Paloma Barcelò Amaya knockoffs)

Dollhouse “Milla” Wedge Sandalscj
($46.99, Endless)

MIA “Biscotti” Wedge Sandals

Now how good is this knockoff by MIA? Spot on! You can’t barely tell the difference (of course I cannot comment on the quality aspect here). And they happen to be on sale as well! Yay! These come in tan, brown and olive.

MIA "Biscotti" Wedge Sandals in tan (Paloma Barcelé Amaya knockoffs)

MIA “Biscotti” Wedge Sandalscj
($59, Endless)

P.S.: Also available at Zapposcj, Piperlimecj, ShoeMallcj, Overstockcj, Shoes.com, Lord & Taylor, SHOEBACCAcj, DNA Footwearcj, Bucklels, Masseyscj, Tilly’scj, Dillard’sls & Macy’sls.

Naughty Monkey “Divine” Wedge Sandals

These espadrille wedges by Naughty Monkey fall into the same “can’t tell them apart“-category as the MIAs. They’re virtually identical to the Paloma Barceló originals. A little more expensive than the MIA version, but these here come in other colors including a super lovely teal which I adore. Down from $95 to $79.99. Available in black, brown, grey, raspberry & teal.

Naughty Monkey "Divine" Wedge Sandals in burgundy (Paloma Barceló Amaya knockoffs)

Naughty Monkey “Divine” Wedge Sandalscj
($59, Endless)

P.S.: Also available at Zapposcj, Heels.com, Piperlimecj, Shoes.com, DNA Footwearcj.

New Look Straw Strappy Wedges

Now what’s funny is that I purchased these very wedges by New Look prior to knowing that these were actually knockoffs. For me they are keepers. Quality is OK (not real leather, but not expecting much at this price). These look great with capris, shorts and all kinds of summer dresses, of course. Available in black, white and tan.

New Look Straw Strappy Wedges in tan (Paloma Barceló Amaya knockoffs)

New Look Straw Strappy Wedges
(£34.99, New Look)

Wanted “Notti” Wedge Sandals

These Wanted wedges are not quite spot-on as the ones listed above, but overall there’s still something like an 80% similarity with the key details all there. Also, these here come in the cutest colors such as yellow, baby blue, orange & pink (+ boring black and tan).

Wanted "Notti" Wedge Sandals in tan (Paloma Barceló Amaya knockoffs)

Wanted “Notti” Wedge Sandalscj
($59.99, Endless)

P.S.: Also available at Shoes.com & LoveMyShoes.

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I just wrote about reader requests yesterday. This one came from ITC reader Shasha from a few weeks ago where she asked for a budget-friendly alternative for a pair of Fiorentini + Baker boots.

Fiorentini + Baker 7040 Eternity Buckle Boots in black

Fiorentini + Baker 7040 Eternity Bootscj
($545, Jildor)

P.S.: Also available at Footnotes, National Jean Companyls & Farfetchls.

Celebrities Love Fiorentini + Baker

Keira Knightley, Kate Beckinsale, Anne Hathaway, Miranda Cosgrove, Dakota Fanning and Jennifer Love Hewitt wearing Fiorentini + Baker 7040 Eternity Boots

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Bronx “Cur Lee Q” Boots

It was quite easy to find multiple alternatives. This one by Bronx is my personal favorite and probably also the closest to the originals. Available in 5 different colors.

Bronx "Cur Lee Q" Boots in black (Fiorentini + Baker 7040 Eternity knockoffs)

Bronx “Cur Lee Q” Bootsendless
($134.75, Endless)

P.S.: Also available at LoveMyShoes, Solestruck, Overstockcj & Shoes.com.

Steve Madden “BUCKKIE” Buckle Boots

Steve Madden also has an inspired-by version which has a slight distressed look to it. Available in black or brown.

Steve Madden "BUCKKIE" Buckle Boots in black (Fiorentini + Baker 7040 Eternity knockoffs)

Steve Madden “BUCKKIE” Buckle Bootsendless
($169.95, )

P.S.: Also available at Steve Maddencj & Piperlimecj.

Steve Madden Buckle Boots

If you prefer the light suede version as seen on Dakota Fanning, you might find yourself enamored with this second knockoff version by Steve Madden. Available in either taupe suede or black leather.

Steve Madden Buckle Boots in taupe suede (Fiorentini + Baker 7040 Eternity knockoffs)

Steve Madden Buckle Bootsls
($148.28, ASOS)

Wanted “Combatte” Boots

Another great alternative are these buckle boots by Wanted. Good thing they’re under $100 and come in either black or brown.

Wanted "Combatte" Boots in black (Fiorentini + Baker 7040 knockoffs)

Wanted “Combatte” Bootsendless
($89.99, Endless)

P.S.: Also available at Piperlimecj & LuLu*s.

Skechers “Hard Wear-Captive” Boots

Finally, if you don’t mind the extra buckle these boots by Skechers might fit your bill. Available in black or brown.

Skechers "Hard Wear-Captive" Boots in black (Fiorentini + Baker 7040 Eternity knockoffs)

Skechers “Hard Wear-Captive” Bootsendless
($154.99, Endless)

P.S.: Also available at Zapposcj, Skecherscj & Dillard’sls.

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