Charlotte Olympia Espadrille Platform Pump

Charlotte Olympia's espadrille platform pump with ankle strap retails for $895 at Bergdorf Goodman.


Urban Originals has a similar espadrille pump, retailing for a much lower $36.40. It's also available in red or tan and you can click HERE to purchase.

Brian Atwood Calf Hair Leopard Bootie

These Brian Atwood leopard booties retailed for $980 at Saks, but are no longer available.


Urban Originals has a fantastic alternative for less, retailing for a budget friendly $32.90. Click HERE if you're interested in purchasing.

Frye Reagan Campus Driver Flats

Frye's leather Reagan Campus driver flats retail for $138 at Shopbop.

Qupid's bow moccasin flat is a similar shoe (although not leather) which won't cost you quite as much. They retail for $20.20 and you can click HERE to purchase.

Elie Tahari Elyse Bootie (Reader Request) - *Updated 6/30/11*

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Elie Tahari's Elyse bootie retails for $495 at National Jean Co. and is only available in grey.


Liliana's Tile-1 Caged Peep Toe bootie is a fantastic look 4 less of the pricey Elie Tahari version, retailing for a very budget friendly $26.90. They are available in black (shown), white, brown, and turquoise - just click here to view or purchase.


*Update - 6/30/11* - Colin Stuart now has a similar shoe which retails for $78 and comes in three different color options. Click on the photo below if you're interested in purchasing or for more information.

Giuseppe Zanotti Chain Link Thong Sandal

Giuseppe Zanotti's chain link thong sandal retailed for $476, now marked down to $351.99 at Bluefly.


Urban Originals recently posted a great look 4 less of the GZ sandal, this version retailing for an affordable $15.40. Click here if you're interested in purchasing.

Tory Burch Victor Perforated Wedge Bootie

Tory Burch's perforated wedge bootie retails for $325 at Bergdorf Goodman.


Qupid's Ophelia bootie will give you a similar style bootie for a LOT less cash. This shoe retails for $27.50 and you can click here if you're interested in purchasing.

Celebrity Look 4 Less: Elin Nordegren

I love this look that Elin Nordegren wore recently while shopping with her daughter Sam in Florida. (Photo credit)


You can get Elin's look with the following items. I found this fantastic drape cardigan that retails for $24 at Nordstrom and it's very similar both in color and style to the one she's wearing. Pair it with some skinny jeans ($19.00), a cami ($7.50), gold aviators ($12.99 on sale), and foldover suede boots ($27.99) to complete the look. Click on any photo below to purchase (except the boots, please click the link in the previous sentence).

Giuseppe Zanotti Special Edition Crystal Strap Sandals - *Update 1/4/10*

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These platform sandals by Giuseppe Zanotti originally retailed for $1640.10 at LuisaviaRoma.com, now marked down to $1148.10.


If the GZ version is still out of your price range (even on sale), then check out this version from Urban Originals. They retail for a much lower $29.70 and you can click here to purchase.


*Update - 1/4/10* - Charlotte Russe also has a version of this GZ platform and they retail for $42.99. Click on the photo below to purchase.

Christian Louboutin Nitoinimoi Bandage Ankle Boots - *Update 11/27/09*

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These bandage strap ankle boots by Christian Louboutin retailed for $1195 at Saks but are now sold out.


Love the look but cringe at the price? Anne Michelle Addiction at Lulu's has a very similar alternative that retails for only $44. Click here if you'd like to purchase these booties.


If you're hoping to spend even less, Go Jane has a terrific option that retails for an even lower $31.50. Click here if you'd like to purchase (also available in brown).


*Update - 11/16/09* - Reader Julie emailed me another option for the Louboutin's, this version from Urban Originals retails for $28.99 and you can click here to purchase.


*Update - 11/27/09* - A reader just emailed me that Forever 21 also has a version of these CL booties. Click on the photo below if you'd like to purchase them for $32.80.

Jimmy Choo Jedd Studded Boots

Thank you to reader Julie for sending me this great find!

These studded boots by Jimmy Choo retail for $1342 at My Theresa.


Urban Originals Liliana Bandino bootie retails for a more affordable $22.90 and also come in grey or purple. Click here if you're interested in purchasing this look 4 less.

Claflin, Thayer & Co Studded Clutch

It seems like studs are everywhere for fall and this clutch by Claflin, Thayer & Co. is no exception. It retails for $155 at Oak and is also available in pink/black.


If you want to save a little of your hard earned cash on this trend, this version from Urban Originals at Kitson might work for you. It retails for $48 and you can click on the photo below to purchase.