The Alexander McQueen Studded Platform Booties (lft) have been a favorite amongst celebs, but the $550 sale price is not a favorite with the every day fashionista. Get a great knockoff with the Gabriella Rocha “Nanuck” Grommet Booties (rt) for $95!
Check out the super cute Balmain “Elastico Nero” Sandals (lft) available at Chickdowntown.com for the steep price of $886. Get a similar style from Guess (rt) for $168.
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The Black Halo Keyhole Ruffle Sleeve Mini Dress ($325) is great for any occasion. For a more recession-friendly alternative, check out the Jane Siegel Dress (rt) from LuLu’s for $33!
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There’s no doubt that celebs love the trendy Alexander McQueen ‘Faithful’ Peep-Toe Ankle Boots (left). The $1,159 boots have been spotted on Rihanna, LaLa, Lindsay Lohan, and Amerie. For those who don’t have the 1k to spare, pre-order the almost identical Steve Madden ‘Seryna’ Boots for $129.95.
The Givenchy Birdcage Booties have also been a celebrity favorite (left). If the sale price of $400 is still a bit too steep, grab the Promise Cutout Booties from FlyJane.net for $54.90.
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The Hermes Crocodile Birkin is mother of all handbags! These bags have a super long waiting list and the pricing starts at $7,500 (left). If you want a similar style for a whole lot less, get the ALDO Cravanzana Handbag ($45).
The fab Alexander McQueen ‘Elvie’ Python Tote (left) costs around $3,000 and is currently sold out. For a fraction of the price, get the Forever 21 Jelani Reptile Handbag ($34.80).
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Look at the super hot Christian Louboutin “Dillian” Pumps! The Louboutin’s go for a whopping $2,875 and are currently sold out (Lt). To get the same style for the fraction of the price, get the recession-friendly Dollhouse “Soleil” Mary Jane Pumps for $48!
Bebe did it again! They re-created the fab YSL Trib Two Booties (Lt). Bebe’s Tyra Croco Ankle Booties are available for $189. And just like the Louboutin’s, the four-figure YSL’s ($1,088) are sold out. I guess not everyone is in a recession.
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The Chanel Camellia Jellies have been selling like hot cakes this summer! The $395 flip-flops are currently sold out in Chanel stores (Lt). Forever 21 comes to the rescue with their almost identical Glitter Jelly Flip Flops available for only $5.50!
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