LUXE TO LESS: shoes.

I'm sure it's pretty clear by now I have an obsession with shoes, so it's no surprise I was eventually to do a LUXE TO LESS edition on shoes.

I have a lot of shoes, but when I think about my collection there is nothing in there that was insanely expensive. I find that I thrash my shoes quite a bit, so I'd feel sick wearing anything too expensive. Which is why I love some of the 'less' options shown today. I do admit though, you can pick the difference in quality a mile off - but it's not a bad trade off.

To be honest, I do have a problem with the 'less' options blatantly ripping off the design though. In a lot of instances a re-interpretation is produced which is more palatable.

What is your take on an exact copy for a fraction of the price?

Alexander Wang 'Anais' metallic heel approx $890

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Wittner 'Blaide' metallic heel $169.95

Pringle of Scotland 'Mixed Media Pumps with Metal Cap' $1298

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Topshop 'Paparazzi' metallic point shoe $156

 

Balenciaga multicolour 'Lego' heel $4175

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Steve Madden 'Closed Front Cage Sandals with Ankle Pads ' $99.95

Chloe 'Triangle patent leather' heel $595

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Forever 21 'Pink wedge' heel $27.80

Alexander Wang 'Alexis Fringe' heel approx $700

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Forever 21 'Fringe' heel $34.90

Images: net-a-porter.com, wittner.com.au, polyvore.com, topshop.com, fashionmodel.com, siouxsielaw.com, chloe.com, forever21.com, thedanishgirl.wordpress.com

New York Purchases.

I thought I would put together this post for those asking about my purchases in New York. Unfortunately I couldn't find nearly a quarter of the pictures I needed, but at least this is something for the time being!

For those that haven't been, the shopping in New York really is that good - and insanely cheap when compared to home. I don't know if I was just fortunate to come at the right time (the end of winter) but the sales were out of control and I bought some really good brands for a fraction of the price (i.e. Chloe, M by Missoni, Michael Kors, Kenneth Cole etc). Literally. Way cheaper than a no-name brand in Australia.

My biggest tip is to brave the mess (and crazy shoppers) and head into some of the discount stores. The biggest that I knew of is Century 21 (there is one right near the 9/11 memorial), but I much preferred the one in Brooklyn as it wasn't as crazy and much neater. When you first walk in it looks like a hovel - but ladies (and gents) if you have time, go through it. They have amazing brands like Chloe, Theyskens Theory, Missoni, Alexander Wang, Alice and Olivia, Anna Sui etc for an absolute steal. This store has everything - clothing, shoes (some amazing shoes but my size was the first to go, boo), bags, jewellery, cosmetics, homewares etc. The only downside - waiting 35 minutes to use the bathroom. Sort that shiz out.

As mentioned in an earlier post I was lucky enough to be in New York for the Marni and H&M collaboration. I actually didn't bother lining up with the others as I was on holidays and had better things to do... BUT I did go in about five days later and amazingly, two only two items I wanted were staring straight at me. They were the ONLY items left in this particular store. Thanks universe. Also - kinda funny that these items (the brown/grey top and collar) are the exact same items that my best friend bought in the London H&M!

I will take some photos of my other purchases and put together a post with my favourite stores in the coming days.