Inspired by...Stuart Weitzman (Reader Request) - *Updated 1/14/11*

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I've had several requests for these Stuart Weitzman Alex espadrilles, see on Jennifer Aniston (photo credit), which retail for $365 at Nordstrom.



These Jessica Simpson platforms caught my eye and immediately brought the Alex wedges to mind, although they do vary since they are a heel and not an espadrille (among other things). In any case, I thought they were a reasonable inspired by option and wanted to share with you guys! They retail for $114 and you can click on the photo below to purchase.


*Update - 4/26/10* - Thanks to reader brwneyes who commented below with these Rampage Flynn sandals which are another inspired by option. They retail for $45 (and free shipping!) and also come in black. If you're interested in purchasing, please click here.

*Update - 5/19/10* - These may be the best lookalike I've seen so far of the Alex espadrille by Stuart Weitzman (although they still have some differences). They retail for $99.95 and you can click here if you're interested in purchasing (also come in bronze or silver).


*Update - 12/31/10* - Go Jane just added a great lookalike to their site, retailing for an affordable $29. Now the question is which color? Taupe (shown), camel, or black? Click here to purchase.


*Update - 1/14/11* - Steve Madden also has a version of these sandals now - click on the photo below to purchase them for $69 (also available in black). Colin Stuart also has a pair (thanks to the reader who sent these in!) for $78. Click on the second photo below to purchase.

Inspired by...Jimmy Choo - *Updated 8/25/10*

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Jimmy Choo's 'Hunter' Rain Boot retails for $395 at Nordstrom. Rachel Bilson has been spotted in these boots, wearing them back in October (I love this outfit!). (Photo credit/Find Credit)



These boots by Rampage are a great inspired by option if you want a similar style boot for less. They are currently on sale for $39.95 and you can click on the photo below to purchase.


*Update - 1/15/10* - Reader Christina emailed me another alternative for the Jimmy Choo Hunter boots but they aren't a bargain basement find (although they will save you some $$). These boots by Pour La Victoire retails for $215.95 and also come in brown. Click on the photo below to purchase.


*Update - 2/11/10* - Reader Julie also brought these Hunter Boa embossed boots to my attention. Although they are snake print instead of croc, they are another alternative for those who want an inspired by boot. They retail for $225 and you can clik on the photo below to purchase.


Reader N just commented below that Urban Outfitters now has a version of these boots, which retail for $38. You can click on the photo below if you're interested in purchasing.


*Update - 8/25/10* - I'm not sure if any of the previous lookalikes are still available, as this post is from last winter, but Julie just emailed me this great option from Payless by Christian Siriano. They retail for $49.99 and you can click here to purchase.

Pour La Victoire Ella Sandals

Thanks to reader Julie for sending me this find!

Pour La Victoire's Ella sandal with zipper detailing retailed for $220.93 before being marked down to $109.25 at 6pm.com (also available here, here, and here for various prices).


Rampage has a very similar zipper/ruffle adorned sandal that retails for $45 at Macy's and you can click here if you'd like to purchase.


Lulu's also has a great alternative for only $23 and they have a gold zipper detail (limited sizes left). Click here if you're interested in purchasing these sandals.

Joie Sharona Platform Sandals

Joie's Sharona platform sandals retail for $325 at Saks Fifth Avenue.


Despite a few differences, these Rampage sandals reminded me of the Joie version and they will save you quite a bit of cash. They retail for $39.95 (on sale) and also come in black. Click on the photo below to purchase.

Alice + Olivia Jabot Dress

This dress by Alice + Olivia retails for $385 at Singer22, and was worn by Leighton Meester as Blair Waldorf on the Gossip Girl episode "It's a Wonderful Lie" (I was unable to find a clear photo, unfortunately).


Love the dress but not the price? Rampage at Dillards has a great alternative for $59. Click the photo below to purchase.

Giuseppe Zanotti Black Patent Crystal Toe Ring Sandals

These Giuseppe Zanotti sandals are currently on sale for $322.99 at Bluefly.com.



If you want a similar sandal for a lot less, try this version from Rampage. They come in several colors including black (pictured), red, gold, and silver. The price depends on what color you choose, but they vary from $39.06 (for the red, only size 6 left), $40.90 for the gold, and $46.99 for the black or silver. To purchase, click here.