Rags To Riches
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Designer knock off shoes and look a likes seen in NYC and where to find them online, Get the look for less!
Rags to Riches is the page to find photos of designer look a likes and designer knock offs next to the real deal. This page is a guide to getting the look for less! Here 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 women's shoes online.
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Balmain vs Lovely People Giuseppe Zanotti has one of the most wonderful minds when it comes to designing shoes that women go crazy for. Here's a multi-buckle boot he designed for Balmain that has become one of the hottest looks of the season, and one of the most replicated looks. On the right is the exact boot from Lovely People's Fall 2010 collection out next Summer. Giuseppe must be used to brands replicated his designs and bringing his looks to the masses. |
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| Giuseppe Zanotti for Balmain $1,600 | Lovely People |
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Johnston
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GUESS Animal print shoes can be an appropriate accessory with the right holiday outfit. The prints usually match very well with reds, blacks and greens. We found these two peep-toe pumps that are very similar but have very different price tags. Click here to see more animal print pumps for the holidays. |
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| Johnston & Murphy $228 | GUESS $49 |
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Stuart Weitzman vs
Me
Too Here's some lovely holiday cheer compliments of Stuart Weitzman and Me Too! Look absolutely holiday chic in either of these red satin slingbacks. The Stuart Weitzman pumps retail for $325 but you can get the look for less from Me Too for only $88. |
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| Stuart Weitzman $325 | Me Too $88 |
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Manolo Blahnik vs
Martinez Valero Manolo Blahnik's 'Hangisi' satin jeweled pumps were made famous in the Sex & the City movie and quickly sold out at over $1,000! For all of those left wanting a pair, there is now an affordable look-a-like from Martinez Valero! They're practically identical. The Manolo's have such a unique look that no one will suspect such a well made replica. The Manolos and Valeros are both also available in black or yellow satin. |
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| Manolo Blahnik | Martinez Valero $159 |
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Halston vs
Luichiny
Here's a peep-toe and cut-out look that turns heads. These booties are stunning and provocative! The materials are different but the cut-outs and design are practically identical. The Halston boots are on sale for $785 while the Liuchiny booties are only $99. Click here to see more peep-toe booties. |
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| Halston $785 | Luichiny $99 |
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Giuseppe Zanotti vs
Dolce Vita The foldover boots are a recent trend that we've spotted on celebrities and magazines but not on the streets, yet. Maybe because the price tags are kind of high for Main St. but here are a couple foldover boots with zipper detailing that we hope to see on the streets soon. The main differences in looks between the Giuseppe Zanotti, pioneer of this look, and the Dolce Vita boot are the thin vs thick heels and silver vs gold zippers. Zanotti's price is very high but in line with most of his designer items. But the Dolce Vita is also a little high since the style is fresh. We'll keep our eyes out for even less expensive copy cats as this trend catches on. |
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| Giuseppe Zanotti $950 | Dolce Vita $230 |
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Pour La Victoire vs
oh Deer! Here's another fabulous look for less! The Pour La Victoire cut out bootie is a leather tall ankle boot with a unique circle and triangle cut out design. The oh Deer! look-a-like also has a unique circle and triangle design but cuts off just above the ankle. Now you can get the look for less! For only $99 you can sport this unique and sexy look. |
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| Pour La Victoire $214 | oh Deer! $99 |
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Rosegold vs
Jeffrey Campbell Here's an 80s inspired look that's been a hit with celebrities and fashionistas everywhere. The fold-over studded design is classic 80s rocker and the large buckles add a bit more attitude for those serious about looking good. The Rosegold booties are available on-line at RevolveClothing.com and the Jeffrey Campbell's are now on sale at Nordstrom.com. |
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| Rosegold- $275 | Jeffrey Campbell- $106 |
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Givenchy vs
Steve Madden The lace-up bootie is here! Givenchy's version has an adjustable buckle and thick heel that is not available on the Steve Madden boots but they're both very similar. These boots are rocker chic and sexy. Look like the stars (Olsen twins, Sienna Miller) in either one of these killer boots. Givenchy will cost you $1,195 but the Steve Madden 'Aroma' boots are only $149. |
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| Givenchy | Steve Madden |
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Christian Louboutin vs
Nine West These bondage boots are fierce!. Not everyone can pull these off (not everyone can afford to), but now we can all have a good look (sigh). The Christian Louboutin boots have more buckles than the Nine West and have a square toe but if you're looking for something affordable with the same overall look, the Nine West 'Siaka' boots can be yours for only $225. If you like the impeccable Louboutin style and would rather invest in shoes than in your 401k then go ahead and splurge. Christian Louboutin-$1,197 |
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| Christian Louboutin | Nine West |
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Brian Atwood vs
Nine
West These Brian Atwood 'Marni' booties are made for the catwalk. The ruched detail is the latest trend to hit the streets and we've seen it everywhere! Other details, like the covered heel and hidden platform, finish out this sexy look. The biggest downside is the $790 price tag, but you can get the same look for less from Nine West for only $105! |
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| Brian Atwood | Nine West |
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L.A.M.B vs
Arden B. This design is unusual and clever, it runs circles around the other cut-out booties we've seen! The craftsmanship and materials of the L.A.M.B shoes are higher quality than the Arden B. pumps but you get what you pay for, and you'll pay over $350 for the Gwen Stefani creations, but the look-a-likes from Arden B. are only $58!!! |
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| L.A.M.B | Arden B. |
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Louboutin
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N.Y.L.A Here are two fabulous boots with lovely buckle accents at the ankles. One is made by the authority on luxury footwear, Christian Louboutin, and the other is from N.Y.L.A. Both are chic and sexy with brown suede upper leather and covered heels. The hidden platform is an extra detail representing quality craftsmanship and design. The Christian Louboutin can be purchased at a Louboutin boutique near you for over $1000 while the N.Y.L.A boots can be yours for only $167!!! |
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| Christian Louboutin | N.Y.L.A |
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Balmain
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Report Giuseppe Zanotti's collection for Balmain is absolutely stunning! He has created several boots with multi-buckles like this one available now at MyTheresa.com for $1,338! Luckily you can pre-order this knock-off from Report at boutiquetoyou.com for only $121! These boots are only for those with fierce style and desire to be on the cutting edge of fashion. |
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| Balmain | Report |
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L.A.M.B vs. Nina This week's look-a-likes are Gwen Stefani's 'Randi' pumps vs Nina's 'Elga' shoes. The L.A.M.B pumps are leather and have a bit of attitude while the Nina satin pumps are all glamour, but they're both sexy. The L.A,M.B pumps retail for $349 but the Nina pumps are only $99!!! |
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| L.A.M.B | Nina |
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Chloe vs
Jessica Simpson The belted look has taken over when it comes to flats. All the top designers have this look for the Fall 2009 season and other brands are catching-on. Now you can get the belted flats for only $59 from Jessica Simpson as opposed to $495 from Chloe. The leather used by Chloe is of better quality and the buckle is bigger and more detailed, but if you're looking to obtain the similar look and still make rent then Jessica Simpson's 'Cody' flats are right for you. As far as designer look a likes go, this one's not bad. |
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| Chloe | Jessica Simpson |
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Giuseppe Zanotti vs
Michael Antonio The cut-out pump has come to stay. It's everywhere and you can't deny it's beauty. Top designers like Giuseppe Zanotti have taken the look and made it their own and we've taken their designs and made them our favorites. Here the Giuseppe Zanotti cut-out pumps are placed next to the Michael Antonio 'Selma' cut-out pump that looks identical to the designer's. The differences are small, mainly the silver heel on Zanotti's pump, and the small platform on the Michael Antonio. The only significant difference is the price, the Giuseppe Zanotti pumps are on sale for $395 while the Michael Antonio 'Selma' pumps are regularly $55!!! |
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| Giuseppe Zanotti | Michael Antonio |
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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 |