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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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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 |
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Sigerson Morrison vs
Steve Madden The cut-out design has been done by many designers in many different ways. It's impossible to find two identical designs but the idea is there and you get the point. Sigerson M0rrison has designed a beautiful pair of flats with the cut-out accent along the peep-toe front but you can get a similar look for less. The Steve Madden flats on the right are just as cute and retail for only $29.99 vs Morrison's $229 flats. |
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| Sigerson Morrison | Steve Madden |
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Giuseppe Zanotti vs.
Jessica Simpson The t-strap sandal is so simple and beautiful that designers continue to include it in their collections year after year. They manage to improve on it and make it a little more irresistible. So today we're putting the Giuseppe Zanotti $280 sandal up against the Jessica Simpson $72 "Lacee". The color combinations are a little different but it would be impossible for anyone to notice, either way all the colors are fresh and perfect for any outfit. |
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| Giuseppe Zanotti |
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Christian Louboutin vs
Charlotte Russe The bootie is such a fantastic creation that we see over and over again on the runways and on the streets of New York. So this week we are featuring two ankle boots with a twist. These peep-toe and ruched boots are both fantastic. The Christian Louboutin patent leather boots are shiny and sexy while the Charlotte Russe boots are matte faux leather and not so tall. However, they are both beautiful and would look great with a mini or skinny jeans. The CL shoes are $1,295 and the CR boots are only $26.99!! |
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Charlotte Russe
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The multi-strap pumps
Prada vs
Report Signature Bold pumps with multiple straps seem to be extremely popular these days. Personally, we are loving the look. These bold pumps are attention grabbers and look best when worn with a mini. We've found these two strappy pumps that are a little different from each other but both will definitely turn heads. At these prices everyone can afford the multi-strap look. Prada multi-strap pumps: $695, Report Signature "Dita" pumps $158 |
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Jimmy Choo vs.
GUESS These two slingbacks are everything a woman can want- patent, peep-toe, slingbacks and platforms. Perfect for the office or a party these pumps will keep you going year after year. The Jimmy Choo "Clue" slingbacks retail for $665 while the GUESS "Chandrika" slingbacks are only $77!!! |
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Louboutin vs
BCBG Stores are already featuring this year's fabulous boots from the hottest designers. We mentioned last week that the thigh high boot is the hottest trend for this year, but we want to also give props to the more traditional knee high boots that are always in style. Christian Louboutin has some of the most beautiful creations in footwear and the "Babel" boots featured here are classic Louboutin craftsmanship that's worth every penny. If you're on a budget but still looking for a beautiful classy boot then the BCBG "Dishy" knee high boots are beautiful and the right price. Louboutin: $1,495, BCBG: $99 |
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Hermes vs.
Boutique 9 This week the inexpensive look-a-like comes directly from my closet. I just purchased these lace-up booties from Boutique 9 at unbelievable sale price of $70 at Lord & Taylor. At the time they looked familiar but I couldn't put my finger on it, then I realized they look just like these Hermes lace-up pumps that will be coming out this Fall. The price is unknown for the Hermes version but I can only guess it will be much higher than $70!!! Get yourself to the nearest Lord & Taylor and check out their amazing sale. |
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Brian Atwood vs
GUESS Ladies, the biggest trend of this Fall/Winter will be the thigh high boot. This is a must have and make no mistake they will be everywhere. So far we've seen all the major luxury design houses introduce their versions of this sexy footwear, but that only means that affordable brands will soon jump on the bandwagon. So we've hunted the internet for an affordable thigh high that wont break the bank. The "Funke" boots by GUESS look just like the Brian Atwood suede thigh high boots without the insane price tag. The Brian Atwood boots will put you back $1,235 while the GUESS boots are only $149!!! |
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Loeffler Randall vs
Dolce Vita These two booties are summer and fall appropriate that will turn heads. Both of these gladiator style booties are adorable and can be worn with pants, skirts, shorts and dresses. The Loeffler Randall booties are on sale for $347 while the Dolce Vita booties retail for $101. |
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Dolce Vita
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Valentino vs
Paris
Hilton Valentino's bow accented bright red d'orsays are absolutely beautiful and the Paris Hilton look-a-likes are identical. Both shoes would really stand out with any outfit but are best left for special occasions. Valentino: $745 Hilton: $93 |
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Jimmy Choo vs
Ann Taylor These identical metallic slingbacks are ready for a night out. They also look like they would match perfectly with any bridesmaid dress! We know wedding season is here and although you are truly unlikely to ever wear the dress again, you can certainly wear the shoes over and over again. The Jimmy Choo "King" slingbacks retail for $495 but the Ann Taylor pumps can be yours for only |
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