I’m going to keep this short. Jeffrey Campbell. CLINIC. Inspired by Akiko Ogawa. 3 sold out shipments. Available for pre-order at Solestruck. $179,95… Run, don’t walk! Tomorrow will be too late.
Jeffrey Campbell CLINIC Wedges
($179.95, Solestruck)
P.S.: Also available at Karmaloop.
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UPDATE: This post has been updated on February 28, 2010. Scroll down to see the new adds.
The Spring 2008 wedge heel booties by Maison Martin Margiela below reminded me of legwarmers when I first saw them. I would have never thought they’d look so cute when put on until I saw Rachel Bilson flaunting her nude pair.
Maison Martin Margiela Covered Heel Wedge Booties
($595, SOLD OUT)
UPDATE (02/28/2010): Mixx Shuz has a stiletto version of the MMM wedges. Available in black, nude & white.
Mixx Lola-01 High Heel Booties
($40.98, LoveMyShoes)
UPDATE (02/28/2010): Found great MMM look-a-likes at UK retailer Faith. Available in black & tan.
Faith “DEE” Ankle Cuff Sandals
(£65, Faith)
If you covet Rachel’s Margiela booties, but don’t have her kind of budget, try these Charlotte Russe sandal booties below which come only in black though.
Charlotte Russe Sandal Bootie
($26.99, Charlotte Russe)
If you wear a size 5.5 and are willing to spend more, these MMM knockoffs by Steve Madden might be ideal for you. Also available in black only.
Steve Madden “BERT” Open Toe Wedge Booties
($169.95, Steve Madden)
If you live in the UK (or Europe) and want to get your Maison Martin Margiela fix 4 less, try these ankle boots by Ash. Yes, they vary slightly as the ankle boot is higher and open in the back, but they’re still a good alternative compared to the originals. Currently on sale for £75 (£135).
Ash Opium Wedge Ankle Booties
(£75, Office)
Turns out Ash has not only one but two Margiela knockoff versions on the market. The “Soho” sandals look more like the real deal, but are only available in a size 38 (US 8).
Ash “Soho” Collared Sandals
($219, Bloomingdale’s)
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UPDATE: This post has been updated on February 23, 2010. Scroll down to read the news.
From the side, these wedges by Mini Market might look like just yet another ankle boot wedge to you, but if you look at the back of these darlings they suddenly become serious business. The zipper on the heel is so crazy, sexy, cool. Once these wedge booties had been discovered by the fashion blogosphere everyone went gaga for them, they sold out in an instant & were never to be seen again.
Mini Market Zipper Wedge Ankle Boots
($355, SOLD OUT)
UPDATE (02/23/2010): Solestruck is now offering the JC “Pixie” ankle boots in black leather.
As always Jeffrey Campbell is the man to turn to if you’re looking for a budget-friendly version of these edgy, sold-out-everywhere wedges. His “Pixie” wedge booties may be suede and they also miss the hiking sole, but everything else from the shape to the zipper on the heel is identical. Plus, they are also more than $150 cheaper.
Jeffrey Campbell “Pixie” Zipper Wedge Booties (Black Leather)
($179.95, Solestruck)
Jeffrey Campbell “Pixie” Zipper Wedge Booties (Black Suede)
($160, Footnotes)
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If you’re a fan of fierce designer shoes I’m pretty sure you’ve already heard a word or two about the genius that is Riccardo Tisci and his brilliant work for Givenchy. The color palette for Givenchy’s Spring 2010 collection was mostly limited to black & white and all the shades in between. The shoes were over-the-top as usual and – combined with the tribal prints and the extreme platform – gave off a modern urban warrior vibe. I know these won’t be everyone’s cup of tea; for most people it will be either flaming hatred or endless love. I belong to the latter. But as much as I love a crazy designer shoe, at $1.600 a pair all I can do is admire them from afar.
Givenchy Jersey Print Open-Toe Wedges
($1.600, LUISAVIAROMA)
Jeffrey Campbell is the underdog among all copycats. Only he is fearless enough to imitate such a bold and uncommon design. Where others go mainstream JC stays true to key features which is probably one of the factors why his shoes sell like hot cakes. These tribal-printed wedges based on the super sold-out “Tick” style scream Givenchy even though they do have a few differences (wedge heel, platform height, etc.). It pains me to say this, but the lower wedge heel is probably a lot easier to handle than Givenchy’s sky-high 5″-6″. Stock up on these fine heels while your size is still available!
Jeffrey Campbell “Tick” Tribal Wedges
($169.95, Solestruck)
P.S.: Also available at ModCloth.
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Back in 2007 Mary-Kate Olsen stepped out on the red carpet to see Antony Micallef’s “Impure Idols” LA show debut and I was madly in love with her head-to-toe getup: the quilted leather jacket, the tousled out-of-bed hair and of course her black Balenciaga gladiator wedges. This is rocker meets uptown chic at its best. See my budget-friendly take on MK’s outfit below.
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| Who? | Mary-Kate Olsen |
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| Where? | Antony Micallef’s “Impure Idols” |
| When? | September 18, 2007 |
| What? | Balenciaga gladiator wedges |
Marc New York Quilted Jacket
($237.60, Bloomingdale’s)
Dana Buchman Vala Wedge Sandals
($51.99, Kohl’s)
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