Real vs. Steal – Yves Saint Laurent Imperiale Platform Pumps

UPDATE: This post has been updated on October 21, 2010. Scroll down to see the new add.

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Yves Saint Laurent will be always one of my favorite high fashion labels. They belong to fashion much like the Eiffel Tower belongs to Paris. Where would be without this everlasting French house of delicate fashion? In 100 years from now on most designers which are being hyped right now will be long forgotten, but I’m sure YSL will be considered iconic for its cultural and aesthetic influence in our era. And rightfully so. Evidence A: see below.

Yves Saint Laurent Imperiale Platform Pumps
($795, NORDSTROM)

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Dollhouse “Stunning” Platform Pumps

UPDATE (10/21/2010): Finally found a non-suede YSL alternative by Dollhouse. Available in black, brown, grey, pink & tan.

Dollhouse “Stunning” Platform Pumps
($41.25, Endless)

Steve Madden “BRIGITT” Wedge Pumps

UPDATE (10/13/2010): Just stumbled upon this YSL Imperiale look-a-like by Steve Madden. Available in black or blush suede.

Steve Madden “BRIGITT” Wedge Pumps
($129.95, Endless)

P.S.: Also available at Steve Madden.

Dolce Vita “Hayword” Platform Pumps

UPDATE (10/13/2010): These Dolce Vita pumps look exactly like the April pumps; they just seem to have renamed the shoe and re-released it. Available in black, burgundy and taupe suede.

Dolce Vita “Hayword” Platform Pumps
($155.25, Endless)

P.S.: Also available at Zappos, Jildor, Shopbop, NASTY GAL, Shoes.com, ASOS, Solestruck & Karmaloop.

New Look Suedette Demi Wedges

UPDATE (10/13/2010): New Look has also an almost identical low-budget version of the YSL pumps which in either black or grey (faux) suede.

New Look Suedette Demi Wedges
(£24.99, New Look)

Qupid Roshay-01 Platform Pumps

UPDATE (07/21/2010): Here’s a cheap & chic YSL knockoff by Qupid. These pumps are available in many colors & finishes.

Qupid Roshay-01 Platform Pumps
($22.44, Amazon)

P.S.: Also available at LoveMyShoes, Ms. Heel, AmiClubWear & Alloy.

Dolce Vita “April” Platform Pumps

If you want the same style without breaking the bank, try these suede platforms by Dolce Vita which are dead ringers for the YSL Imperiale pumps. Not exactly a steal at ~$160, but still a whole lotta cheaper than the original Yves Saint Laurent heels. Also available in taupe suede and navy leather.

Dolce Vita “April” Platform Pumps
($159.95, Endless)

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