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Christian Louboutin

Real vs. Steal – Christian Louboutin Bis Un Bout PVC Ankle Strap Pumps

Very much the modern update on a classic pointy-toe pump, this design by Christian Louboutin is perfect for the fashionista who wants to be the first to add another sexy pair of heels to her wardrobe. While most versatile in black, (the way Rihanna and Lea Michele wear theirs), if you’ve got the budget to also get them in neon yellow… you can count on your feet getting a considerable amount of attention all season and beyond. And considering the popularity of this pair among Hollywood’s most stylish stars, it’s no wonder you can’t find them in stores. But, the good news is other designers are definitely catching on and look-alikes have begun to emerge… One of the first designs to echo this coveted futuristic design at an affordable price is shown below.

Christian Louboutin Bis Un Bout PVC Ankle Strap Pumps in neon yellow

Christian Louboutin Bis Un Bout PVC Ankle Strap Pumps, $795 || Neiman Marcus

Celebrities Love Christian Louboutin

Celebs like Kristen Stewart, Rihanna, Beyoncé Knowles, Brooklyn Decker, Lea Michele and Angie Harmon have all been spotted wearing Christian Louboutin Bis Un Bout PVC Ankle Strap Pumps. Available in either black or white faux leather for $69.95.

Chinese Laundry Gabrianna PVC Cap Toe Ankle Strap Pumps

Update (02/10/2019): Didn’t expect to find any more dupes for such an old Louboutin style, but these clear lucite ankle strap pumps by Chinese Laundry would make a great Bis Un Bout look for less option, don’t you agree?

Chinese Laundry Gabrianna PVC Cap Toe Ankle Strap Pumps in black and white (Christian Louboutin Bis Un Bout dupes)

Chinese Laundry Gabrianna PVC Cap Toe Ankle Strap Pumps, $69.95 || Chinese Laundry

Also available at Amazon, Zappos & Nordstrom

Choies Berta Vinyl Black Patent Leather Heels

Update (01/15/2015): Discovered another Louboutin look-alike at Choies today.

Choies Berta Vinyl Black Patent Leather Heels in black (Christian Louboutin Bis Un Bout dupes)

Choies Berta Vinyl Black Patent Leather Heels, $89.99 || Choies

Charlotte Russe Ankle Strap Lucite Pointed Cap-Toe Pumps

Update (09/22/2014): Discovered these Louboutin dupes for a steal price of $30 at Charlotte Russe. Also available in various other lovely colors including purple, red and pink.

Charlotte Russe Ankle Strap Lucite Pointed Cap-Toe Pumps (Christian Louboutin Bis Un Bout dupess)

Charlotte Russe Ankle Strap Lucite Pointed Cap-Toe Pumps, $30 || Charlotte Russe

Journee Collection Lulu Strap Pumps

Update (09/22/2014): These Journee Collection lucite ankle strap heels are also a great alternative to the Louboutins above and they come in several other colors like pink and white, too.

Journee Collection Lulu Strap Pumps in yellow and black faux suede (Christian Louboutin Bis Un Bout dupes)

Journee Collection Lulu Strap Pumps, $59.99 || Target

Journee Collection Olga Lucite Ankle Strap Pumps

Update (09/22/2014): Also found this Louboutin dupe by Journee Collection in black and blue faux suede.

Journee Collection Olga Lucite Ankle Strap Pumps in black and blue faux suede (Christian Louboutin Bis Un Bout dupes)

Journee Collection Olga Lucite Ankle Strap Pumps, $69.99 || Kohl’s

Liliana Olga-1 Transparent Pointy Toe Ankle Strap Clear Pumps

Update (08/03/2013): Here’s another fab and super affordable Louboutin Bis Un Bout dupe by Liliana.

Liliana Olga-1 Transparent Pointy Toe Ankle Strap Clear Pumps (Christian Louboutin Bis Un Bout dupes)

Liliana Olga-1 Transparent Pointy Toe Ankle Strap Clear Pumps, $28 || eBay

Also available at GoJane & CiCi Hot.

Zehui Ankle Strap PVC Pointed Pumps

Update (06/29/2013): Found a lovely mid-heel CL Bis Un Bout look-alike by Zehui in neon yellow. Also available in black and pink faux patent leather.

Zehui Ankle Strap PVC Pointed Pumps in neon yellow (Christian Louboutin Bis Un Bout dupes)

Zehui Ankle Strap PVC Pointed Pumps, $22.79 || Amazon

Shiekh 081 PVC Pointed Ankle Strap Pumps

Update (06/29/2013): Shiekh has also a faux patent leather Louboutin look-alike version available in pink, black and nude.

Shiekh 081 PVC Pointed Ankle Strap Pumps in pink faux patent leather (Christian Louboutin Bis Un Bout dupes)

Shiekh 081 PVC Pointed Ankle Strap Pumps, $19.99-49.97 || Shiekh

VS Collection Cap-toe Pumps

Update (04/12/2013): If you’re still looking for a Louboutin alternative, check out these ankle strap pumps by VS Collection which are currently on sale for $39.99 at Victoria’s Secret!

VS Collection Cap-toe Pumps (Christian Louboutin Bis Un Bout look-alikes)

VS Collection Cap-toe Pumps, $39.99 || Victoria’s Secret

Qupid Potion-44 Pointy Cap Toe Ankle Strap Pumps

Update (03/05/2013): Came across another great Louboutin alternative. Check out these fab and affordable ankle strap heels by Qupid. Available in black, white as well as neon pink and neon yellow.

Qupid Potion-44 Pointy Cap Toe Ankle Strap Pumps in hot pink (Christian Louboutin Bis Un Bout look-alike)

Qupid Potion-44 Pointy Cap Toe Ankle Strap Pumps, $31.99 || CiCi Hot

C Label Luxe-7A Ankle Strap Pumps

Update (02/21/2013): Found another CL Bis Un Bout look-alike. These ankle strap pumps by C Label cost $28.73 (sale price) and come either in neon yellow, black or nude faux leather.

C Label Luxe-7A Ankle Strap Pumps in neon yellow (Christian Louboutin Bis Un Bout look-alikes)

C Label Luxe-7A Ankle Strap Pumps, $28.73 || 6pm

BCBGeneration Cynthia Ankle Strap Pumps

Update (12/12/2012): I know many of you haven been waiting for a more high-quality Bis Un Bout knockoff to pop up and here it is: BCBGeneration‘s Cynthia. I really love this Louboutin look for less!

BCBGeneration Cynthia Ankle Strap Pumps in black suede

BCBGeneration Cynthia Ankle Strap Pumps, $46.72 || Nordstrom

Also available at BCBGeneration.

Wild Rose Posy-01 PVC Ankle Strap Pumps

If you are a huge fan of the designer look above, then why not have a little fun with this version by Wild Rose? While it’s definitely not worth a huge investment, if you’re one to try many different styles, you can have a lot of fun wearing these. I do wish they had a little bit of a higher/skinnier heel and lower cut toe, but for ca. $30 you can play with this trend and show a little pop of neon under some trousers during cocktail hour. Pick one other accessory in a complimentary neon shade (like a cuff or a great belt) to really pull the outfit together and make it look effortless. Perhaps try the bright orange pair under some navy pinstripe trousers, a white blouse and a couple bright bangles in gold and magenta.

Wild Rose Posy-01 PVC Ankle Strap Pumps (Christian Louboutin Bis Un Bout knockoffs)

Wild Rose Posy-01 PVC Ankle Strap Pumps, $28 || Nordstrom Rack

Real vs. Steal – Christian Louboutin Paloma Spike-Embellished Chain Clutch

Usually, when we feature anything Christian Louboutin, we’re talking about his beautiful shoes, but the French shoe designer has also been designing bags for quite some time now. Luckily, Monsieur Louboutin is as talented a bag designer as he is when designing his signature red soled shoes. Looking at his bag collection I noticed that Louboutin tends to stick to using his favorite shoe design elements on his bags as well, e.g. studs, spikes, rhinestones, graphic prints, sequins, etc. The Paloma clutch is a wonderful testament to Louboutin’s design talent. The beautifully crafted bag is embellished with polished gunmetal-tone spikes on the front flap, has an adjustable, delicate chain strap and fire engine red interior which is peeking out from the sides and hence creates Louboutin’s signature black and red signature look. This bag is both elegant and edgy; and unfortunately also very expensive.

Christian Louboutin Paloma Spike-Embellished Chain Clutch in black and red

Christian Louboutin Paloma Spike-Embellished Chain Clutchicon, $1.250 || Barneys

Also available at Saks Fifth Avenueicon, Christian Louboutin, Matches Fashionicon, MyTheresa, Browns Fashion, Vestiaire Collective & The RealReal.

Forever 21 Spiked Faux Leather Crossbody

Not in the mood to drop over 1k on a bag? Same here. So imagine my delight when I stumbled upon this spikey crossbody chaing bag at Forever 21 recently which would be a great dupe for the pricey Louboutin original above. It has a few minor design differences (e.g. larger spikes which are silver and not gunmetal and a slightly different bag shape), but the overall look still screams Louboutin, don’t you agree? I also love that F21 kept the fire red interior which makes the bag look more luxe in my opinion. And did I mention it costs only $22.90? Steal deal alert!

Forever 21 Spiked Faux Leather Crossbody in black and red (Christian Louboutin Paloma dupe)

Forever 21 Spiked Faux Leather Crossbody, $22.90 || Forever 21

Also available at Forever 21 (CA)icon, Forever 21 (UK) & Forever 21 (EU).

Image source(s): Christian Louboutin, Forever 21

Copycat Math – Christian Louboutin + Christian Louboutin = Dune London

While doing my usual designer dupes search round, I discovered a pair of fabulous stiletto pumps with a gold reptile textured finish at Dune London and was immediately reminded of Christian Louboutin’s famous So Kate stiletto heels. I was almost certain I would find the original real deal for this particular dupe, a So Kate version with a gold reptile finish, but apparently there is none…yet. Upon closer inspection though I noticed that Dune London’s Banksy heels look a lot like they’re a love child between Louboutin’s $995 So Kate Laminato Dino in gold and his $745 So Kate Specchio Martele in silver. The designer versions would set you back $1.740 in total whereas you can have both looks in one with Dune London for a much lower $125 instead! Score!

Copycat Math - Christian Louboutin So Kate Laminato Dino gold + Christian Louboutin So Kate Specchio Martele silver = Dune London Banksy Pointed Toe High Heel Stiletto Pumps in gold reptile

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Image source(s): Selfridges, Christian Louboutin, Dune London

Real vs. Steal – Christian Louboutin So Kate Pointed-Toe Stiletto Pumps

Dear Pigalle, I know you won’t like this, but there’s a new queen in town, her name is So Kate aka shoe perfection and she is probably Louboutin‘s hottest and most coveted style at the moment. One look at her and you will instantly understand why. The shiny black leather, the thinning stiletto heel, the perfectly shaped arch – everything about this shoe is just perfect! Plus, while the price of $675 now: $725 sure isn’t exactly a bargain, compared to what other Louboutin styles are usually retailing for, these here are on the rather budget-friendlier side of the designer shoe price range. Which is also probably the reason why “So Kate” is constantly on the verge of selling out at nearly every e-tailer. Anyway, this beauty of a high heel has definitely taken the #1 spot on my current shoe wish list and until I have saved up the neccessary $725 to bring them home, I’ll settle for a less expensive Louboutin look-a-like in the meantime.

Christian Louboutin So Kate Pointed-Toe Stiletto Pumps in black patent

Christian Louboutin So Kate Pointed-Toe Stiletto Pumpsls, $725 || Neiman Marcus

Also available at Saks Fifth Avenuels, Nordstromls, Bergdorf Goodmanls, Net-A-Porterls, Barneysls, Matches Fashionls, Selfridges, MyTheresa, Vestiaire Collective & The RealReal.

Celebrities Love Christian Louboutin

Celebs such as Miranda Kerr, Emmy Rossum, Blake Lively, Jessica Biel, Sophia Bush and Rosie Huntington-Whiteley have all been spotted wearing Christian Louboutin So Kate Pointed-Toe Stiletto Pumps.

h3>Barneys New York Stiletto Pumps

Update (09/04/2018): Came across these fabulous 4″ stiletto pumps by Barneys New York today which I think would be great albeit slightly expensive Louboutin dupes. These pumps are “Made in Italy”, so I guess you can expect superb craftsmanship and quality which might justify the rather hefty $295 price tag. They’re available in various colors and uppers including a patent versionicon and a suede versionicon.

Barneys New York Stiletto Pumps in black patent and suede (Christian Louboutin So Kate dupes)

Barneys New York Stiletto Pumpsicon, $295 || Barneys

Kurt Geiger London Soho Pointed Toe Stiletto Pumps

Update (08/20/2018): It’s been a while since we last added new Louboutin dupes here, but the moment I saw these stiletto heels by Kurt Geiger I knew these were dead-ringers for the So Kate pumps. Sure, they do not have the red sole, but the red lining which is almost identical to Louboutin’s signature shade of red totally gives it away. Available in black or red patent for £139. Love, love, love these!

Kurt Geiger London Soho Pointed Toe Stiletto Pumps in black patent (Christian Louboutin So Kate dupes)

Kurt Geiger London Soho Pointed Toe Stiletto Pumpsicon, £139 || Kurt Geiger

Also available at Selfridges & House of Frasericon.

Sam Edelman Danna Ponted Toe Stiletto Pumps

Update (08/20/2018): Another dupe favorite would have to be these fabulous high heel pumps by Sam Edelman which are almost spot-on compared to the real deal Louboutins above. Price: $120, available in black, red, nude patent and gold glitter mesh.

Sam Edelman Danna Ponted Toe Stiletto Pumps in black, red and nude patent (Christian Louboutin So Kate dupes)

Sam Edelman Danna Ponted Toe Stiletto Pumpsicon, $120 || Sam Edelman

Also available at Amazonamazon, Nordstromicon, Dillard’s, Zappos, Farfetchicon & Shopbopicon.

Massimo Matteo Pointy Toe Stiletto Pumps

Update (10/17/2017): Discovered yet another budget-friendly Louboutin alternative today! These fabulous stiletto pumps by Massimo Matteo come in various colors and uppers, look a lot like the “So Kate” pumps and they retail for a little over $100.

Massimo Matteo Pointy Toe Stiletto Pumps 17 in black and red patent (Christian Louboutin So Kate dupes)

Massimo Matteo Pointy Toe Stiletto Pumps 17amazon, $105 || Amazon

Also available at Zappos & 6pm.

Elegant Collection GE48 Pointy Toe Stiletto Pumps

Update (05/04/2017): Happened to come across these fab and super affordable Louboutin look-alikes by Elegant Collection which come in either black, nude or red faux patent leather and are currently on sale for a little over $20. Steal deal alert!

Elegant Collection GE48 Pointy Toe Stiletto Pumps in red, black and nude faux patent leather (Christian Louboutin So Kate dupes)

Elegant Collection GE48 Pointy Toe Stiletto Pumps, $21.99 || CiCi Hot

Mix No. 6 Dignity Stiletto Pumps

Update (04/19/2017): Stumbled upon this cute and budget-friendly Louboutin alternative by Mix No. 6 which come in either nude or black patent and cost $39.99.

Mix No. 6 Dignity Stiletto Pumps in nude and black patent (Christian Louboutin So Kate inspired)

Mix No. 6 Dignity Stiletto Pumps, $39.99 || DSW

Steve Madden Daisie Stiletto Pumps

Update (04/19/2017): I also discovered these stiletto pumps by Steve Madden which actually more resemble Louboutin’s Pigalle Folliesls heels, but since both Louboutin styles are very similar in terms of design, the Maddens suit as an alternative here as well. Available in various colors and uppers.

Steve Madden "Daisie" Stiletto Pumps in nude and black (Christian Louboutin So Kate Pigalle Follies dupes)

Steve Madden “Daisie” Stiletto Pumpsls, $89.95 || Nordstrom

Also available at Amazonamazon, Shoes.comls, Lord & Taylor, Macy’s, Dillard’s, Zappos, 6pm, Steve Madden, ShoeMallls, Express, LuLu*s, Steve Madden (Canada)ls, DSW, Selfridges, Omoda & About You.

Guoar Pointed-Toe Stiletto Pumps

Update (01/08/2017): Came across these Louboutin look-alikes by Guoar. These seem to be of the “Made in China”-kind of designer dupes, so you better don’t expect top noth quality here, but for $48 these might be a good So Kate alternative (customer reviews average a 4 star rating with plenty of self-submitted buyer’s photos, so you can make an informed buyer’s decision). What I really, really liked about these Loubie dupes though is the variety of colors these come in: 31 (either in faux patent, leather or suede). Love!

Guoar Pointed-Toe Stiletto Pumps in red faux suede and black patent (Christian Louboutin So Kate dupes)

Guoar Pointed-Toe Stiletto Pumpsamazon, $48 || Amazon

Nicole Miller Artelier Maison Pointed-Toe Stiletto Pumps

Update (12/01/2016): Just spotted this amazing Louboutin So Kate dupe by Nicole Miller Artelier! It looks so much like the real deal (minus the red sole, obviously)! These stiletto pumps are currently on sale for $108.50. Also available in other colors and prints.

Nicole Miller Artelier Maison Pointed-Toe Stiletto Pumps in black (Christian Louboutin So Kate dupes)

Nicole Miller Artelier Maison Pointed-Toe Stiletto Pumpsls, $108.50 || Shoes.com

Also available at Amazonamazon, Overstock & Belk.

Steve Madden Pardee Pointed-Toe Stiletto Pumps

Update (07/13/2016): Discovered another possible Louboutin So Kate alternative by Steve Madden. “Pardee” comes in black, red or nude leather and costs $99.95.

Steve Madden Pardee Pointed-Toe Stiletto Pumps in red and black (Christian Louboutin So Kate dupes)

Steve Madden Pardee Pointed-Toe Stiletto Pumps, $99.95 || Steve Madden

Also available at Amazonamazon.

Kaitlyn Pan Pointed-Toe Stiletto High Heel Pumps

Update (07/13/2016): There’s also a fabulous So Kate dupe available by Kaitlyn Pan for $99 and which also comes in nude patent. The design is spot-on, it’s made of genuine leather and if you read the customer reviews for the brand’s other designer inspired shoes, you’ll know you’ve found yourself a good designer dupe with these Louboutin-like beauties. The only drawback (if you consider it to be one) is that the sole is pink instead of Louboutin’s signature red. But everything else looks exactly like Louboutin’s So Kate.

Kaitlyn Pan Pointed-Toe Stiletto High Heel Pumps in black patent (Christian Louboutin So Kate dupes)

Kaitlyn Pan Pointed-Toe Stiletto High Heel Pumpsamazon, $99 || Amazon

Cosmoparis Aelia Pointed-Toe Stiletto Pumps

Update (03/27/2016): Just stumbled upon these gorgeous stiletto pumps by Cosmoparis and immediately fell in love! Don’t they look just like Louboutin’s So Kate?

Cosmoparis Aelia Pointed-Toe Stiletto Pumps (Christian Louboutin So Kate dupes)

Cosmoparis Aelia Pointed-Toe Stiletto Pumps, €159.95 || Cosmoparis

Schutz Caiolea Pointed-Toe Stiletto Pumps

Update (03/27/2016): Also discovered these Louboutin alternatives by Schutz which are just as fabulous. Available for $170 in various colors and uppers. Love these!

Schutz Caiolea Pointed-Toe Stiletto Pumps in red and black patent (Christian Louboutin So Kate dupes)

Schutz Caiolea Pointed-Toe Stiletto Pumps, $170 || Schutz

Also available at Revolve & Shopbopls.

Maiden Lane Huxley Pointed-Toe Stiletto Pumps

Update (09/23/2015): Spotted another great Louboutin So Kate look for less alternative with a slightly sturdier heel than the original. Check out these hot sky-high stiletto pumps by Maiden Lane. They’re available in various colors (black, nude, wine red) and uppers (leather, suede, patent) for $59. Get these hotties before they sell out!

Maiden Lane Huxley Pointed-Toe Stiletto Pumps in black and black patent (Christian Louboutin So Kate dupes)

Maiden Lane Huxley Pointed-Toe Stiletto Pumps, $59 || Gilt

Akira Black Label Circus Pointed-Toe Stiletto Pumps

Update (09/23/2015): Also happened to stumble upon these fab Louboutin look for less options by Akira Black Label. Available in nude, red and white patent faux patent leather and currently on sale for $49!

Akira Black Label Circus Pointed-Toe Stiletto Pumps in nude, red and white patent (Christian Louboutin So Kate dupes)

Akira Black Label Circus Pointed-Toe Stiletto Pumpsls, $49 || ShopAkira

Madden Girl Ohnice Patent Pointed Stiletto Pumps

Update (07/23/2015): Spotted these fabulous and budget-friendly Louboutin So Kate inspired by Madden Girl today. They’re available in either black, nude or red faux patent leather and are currently on sale for just $34.99. Now that’s a steal deal, right?

Madden Girl Ohnice Patent Pointed Stiletto Pumps in black and nude patent (Christian Louboutin So Kate dupes)

Madden Girl Ohnice Patent Pointed Stiletto Pumpsamazon, $34.99 || Amazon

Also available at Amazon #2amazon, 6pm & ShoeMallls.

ALDO Stessy Patent Pointed Stiletto Pumps

Update (06/12/2015): OMG! Look at these fabulous So Kate look-alikes by ALDO! Aren’t they just aaaaaw-mazing? And they come in so many gorgeous colors. LOVE!

ALDO Stessy Patent Pointed Stiletto Pumps in nude, black, fuchsia and yellow (Christian Louboutin So Kate dupes)

ALDO Stessy Patent Pointed Stiletto Pumps, $90 || ALDO

Also available at Dillard’s, Zappos, Amazonamazon, ASOS, ALDO (Canada)ls, 6pm, Selfridges, The Iconic, DSW, About You, Zalora, OTTO & BAUR.

LFL Elektrik Pointed-Toe Stiletto Pumps

Update (06/12/2015): Also spotted these Louboutin So Kate inspired stiletto pumps by LFL. They come in various colors and uppers and retail for a budget-friendly $46.99.

LFL Elektrik Pointed-Toe Stiletto Pumps in black patent (Christian Louboutin So Kate dupes)

LFL Elektrik Pointed-Toe Stiletto Pumps, $46.99 || 6pm

Steve Madden PROTO Pointy-Toe Pumps

Et voilà, check out PROTO by Steve Madden! Yes, I know it’s not a total spot-on dupe and that it’s not as delicate and immaculately curved as the real deal Louboutins, but “PROTO” is probably still the best shot you’ve got at “So Kate” on a budget. At least for now. $52.47 (sale price!) and you’re wearing Louboutin for less, girl! Available in various lovely colors and uppers: black, blush, pink, white, red, yellow and natural snake. Now get your Loubie dupe before it’s too late!

Steve Madden PROTO Pointy-Toe Pumps in black patent (Christian Louboutin So Kate dupes)

Steve Madden PROTO Pointy-Toe Pumpsamazon, $52.47 || Amazon

Also available at Steve Madden.

Real vs. Steal – Christian Louboutin Crosspiga Patent Pumps

What a shame that these Christian Louboutin heels went mostly unnoticed by the fashion world and have only been worn by a handful of celebs. Personally, I think these deserve a lot more attention because they’re absolutely fabulous. “Crosspiga” features the same silhouette as Louboutin’s most iconic style, the “Pigalle“, but “Crosspiga” has an extra two thin straps crossing on the arch. What a sexy shoe, right? If I had the money to buy myself a pair of Loubies without having to worry about how to pay next month’s rent, I’d so get these.

Christian Louboutin Crosspiga Patent Pumps in black

Christian Louboutin Crosspiga Patent Pumpsls
($795, Neiman Marcus)

Celebrities Love Christian Louboutin

Celebs such as Emma Watson, Heidi Klum, Brooklyn Decker, Diane Kruger, Rihanna and Alessandra Ambrosio have all been spotted wearing the Christian Louboutin Crosspiga Patent Pumps.

Athena Alexander Monett Strappy Pumps

Update (11/16/2017): Athena Alexander came up with a super fab and spot-on Crosspiga look-alike for under $90 that comes in either black patent or nude and blue faux suede. Really like this look for less steal find!

Athena Alexander Monett Strappy Pumps in black patent faux leather (Christian Louboutin Crosspiga dupes)

Athena Alexander Monett Strappy Pumpsls
($84.95, Nordstrom)

Also available at Amazonamazon, DSW & Zappos.

ALDO Newbrook Crisscross Point-Toe Pumps

Update (12/02/2015): Found a lower heel (3.5″) version by ALDO which kind of reminded me of Louboutin’s Crosspiga heels. They’re available in black, red or gold leather and cost $54.99 (sale price!).

ALDO Newbrook Crisscross Point-Toe Pumps in red and black patent

ALDO Newbrook Crisscross Point-Toe Pumpsls
($54.99, ALDO)

Pleaser Sexy-26 Criss Cross Pointed Stiletto Pumps

Update (06/04/2015): Discovered these fantastic and almost spot-on Louboutin dupes by Pleaser today. Love the colors and looooove the price!

Pleaser Sexy-26 Criss Cross Pointed Stiletto Pumps in red, black and nude patent (Christian Louboutin Crosspiga dupes)

Pleaser Sexy-26 Criss Cross Pointed Stiletto Pumpsamazon
($49.95, Amazon)

Also available at Shoes.comls, BananaShoes, Amazon.co.ukamazon, eBayeBay, Amazon.deamazon & Amazon.framazon.

ASOS “Partial” Pointed High Heels

Update (06/24/2013): Another great alternative for the Crosspiga Louboutins are these crisscross pumps from ASOS. Also available in blue faux suede.

ASOS Partial Pointed High Heels in black patent

ASOS “Partial” Pointed High Heels
($57.17, ASOS)

Nine West “Gee” Pointed Pumps

Update (05/26/2013): Just stumbled upon a fantastic CL Crosspiga look-a-like by Nine West! Absolutely in love with this heel. Available in black, nude, pink and white leather.

Nine West "Gee" Pointed Pumps in black

Nine West “Gee” Pointed Pumps
($41.99, 6pm)

Pour La Victoire Cheyenne Strappy Pumps

However, I am not Mrs. Rockefeller and hence have to look for more budget-friendly options instead. Pour La Victoire’s Cheyenne Pumps are a wonderful alternative that will give you the same Louboutin look for less than $140 (sale price!). The black patent pump is lovely and classic, but my personal favorite would have to be the delicate gold snakeskin version. So glamorous!

Pour La Victoire Cheyenne Strappy Pumps in black patent

Pour La Victoire Cheyenne Strappy Pumpsls
($139, Nordstrom)

Pleaser Milan-42 d’Orsay Pumps

A big thank you to our reader Lisah who gave us a heads-up about these Louboutin-like heels by Pleaser. Available for under $50 in black or black patent!

Pleaser Milan-42 d'Orsay Pumps in black patent

Pleaser Milan-42 d’Orsay Pumpsamazon
($39.95, Amazon)

Also available at Shoes.comls.