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“Rags to Riches” is the page to find photos of designer look-a-likes next to the real deal. You will find quality shoes that look like high-end designer shoes but at very reasonable prices. There are some very savvy shoppers out there who will appreciate this. Enjoy the bargains! Click on the photos to purchase the featured shoes.
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Givenchy vs
Charlotte Russe Givenchy does it again with this original triangle/origami/cut-out bootie properly named the 'Birdcage'. Loved by Miss Vanessa Hudgens and apparently lots of other people since they sold out at $400 a pop. No need to cry though since you can get the exact same look from Charlotte Russe for only $39!!! |
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| Givenchy | Charlotte Russe |
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Christian Louboutin vs
Newport News Shopping for the Fall? You can't be without a pair of lace booties. These Christian Louboutin platform lace booties are sexy with see through lace and adjustable ankle-straps, but the price will quickly cool you off: $1,785. If you're looking to keep most of your paycheck this month but still want the look then the lace booties from Newport News are right for you. The sexy and sophisticated lace and bow detail are a steal at only $49!!! |
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| Christian Louboutin | Newport News |
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Christian Louboutin vs
Aldo It's like seeing double. Aldo's 'Kobis' crisscross pumps look just like the Christian Louboutin's 'Triclo Crisscross d'Orsay'. The only difference is Louboutin's trademark red sole and the Louboutin rent-like $800 price tag compared to Aldo's $60 pumps. You decide if the red sole is worth that much more. |
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| Christian Louboutin | Aldo |
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Jimmy Choo vs
Steve Madden Celebrities love these Jimmy Choo 'Atlas' strappy sandals and now you can have the look for much less. The Jimmy Choos go for $525 (originally $750) but the Steve Madden 'Sellena' sandals were around $100, of course you might have a hard time finding the Steve Madden sandals, but now you know it's out there somewhere. |
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| Jimmy Choo | Steve Madden |
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Miu Miu vs
BCBGeneration It's difficult to see the difference in these two pumps, you'll have to look very carefully. What's obvious is that they are both great looking well-made pumps. The stitched platform is a wonderful attention to detail that exudes quality. To add a little extra style both designs are peep-toe so you can show off your "Give Me Moor!" polished toes. The Miu Miu topstitch-platforms retail for $650 while the BCBGeneration 'Doriel' pumps are only $110! |
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| Miu Miu | BCBGeneration |
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Giuseppe Zanotti vs
Nine West Yes, we know that these two multi-strap sandals aren't the same color but the similarity in the braided multi-straps is hard to deny. We're giving you two options to this popular look at two very different prices. The Nine West 'Moochi' sandal is on sale for $43 while the Giuseppe Zanotti retailed for around $600, they're a little hard to find now, but if you saw them last season and wanted them badly but couldn't afford them- now you can get the look from Nine West. |
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| Giuseppe Zanotti | Nine West |
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Giuseppe Zanotti vs
Pour La Victoire It's still warm and sunny in NYC and the multi-straps are hot as ever so here are two magnificent ankle cuff sandals to compare. The first, a Giuseppe Zanotti creation complete with studs and 4 inc heel comes in at a cool $895 at Barneys, it's also available in a taupe color that is not so aggressive as the black. The look-a-like here is from Pour La Victoire in a natural color, for those who prefer a more subtle 4 inch heel with multiple ankle-straps. This beauty will cost you about $115 and comes in several other colors including black. The Summer is still young so get out there and enjoy your sandals while you still can. |
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| Giuseppe Zanotti | Pour La Victoire |
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Prada vs
Aerosoles Prepare yourself for the Fall with a stylish pair of riding boots like these two from Prada and Aerosoles (see more riding boots on the Get Your Kicks pg). Both of the boots shown here have ankle and top buckles to secure the fit. The short heel is standard on most riding boots but the quality of the leather is very different. The Prada boots iare made of a supple leather and currently go for $680 while the Aerosole boots are a synthetic leather but are only $119. |
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| Prada | Aerosoles |
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Jean-Michael Cazabat vs
Charles David We love both of these ruched peep-toe booties with a vintage flare. The Charles David booties have a covered heel and side zipper while the Cazabat shoes have a wooden heel and back zipper. These would look great with a sexy pair of skinny jeans. The Jean-Michael Cazabat booties are $695 and the Charles by Charles David booties go for only $124!!! |
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| Jean-Michael Cazabat | Charles by Charles David |
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Jimmy Choo vs
Nine West There's no substitution for the real Jimmy Choo shoes but some of us can't afford $700 shoes so we settle for look-a-likes that dazzle. These Nine West "Sheik" ankle strap sandals look like the Jimmy Choo "Seattle" sandals worn by Isla Fisher to the London premier of Confessions of a Shopaholic. Isla's look is great, about $800 great, but some of use have to pay rent so look almost as good in these Nine West sandals for only $80. |
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| Jimmy Choo | Nine West |
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Coach vs
Steve Madden Get ready for our favorite Fall fashion trend, the fold over bootie. These will be everywhere this coming season. It's easy to see why the unique fold over design is so popular. These two boots are a little different but it just goes to show how the same concept can end with two different designs. The Coach "Gene Boot" is classic Coach with the designer buckle while the Steve Madden boot is taller and has a roughed design. The Coach boots are $350 and the Steve Madden retails for $150. |
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| Coach | Steve Madden |