Reality vs Real

Let me start by saying this: I have an insatiable lust for boots...I am sure that it is a problem, but I don't intend on seeking out help anytime soon!

Whew, with that being said let's take a glance at my latest admiration seen here on Kim Kardashian(beige) and Debra Messing(black) and I wrote about them here...BEFORE on a similar Splurge/Steal entry... 

The Givenchy Sheath Boot available here for a mere $1695.

This amazingly designed boot is made of the softest and most supple of leathers while boasting an impressive 16.5" shaft and 4.75" self-covered wedge heel that is perfect for walking while looking fierce and savvy. Made in Italy, this lust worthy outfit maker has leather lining with an equally fabulous sole and padding on the insole for added comfort and wear. Available in an array of colors from black and beige to chocolate brown and and two-tone!  

...OMGoodness

Now, for the INSANELY comparable and budget friendly option...prepare yourself for the STEAL of a lifetime...No, your eyes are not deceiving you and No I didn't simply copy the exact same picture...below is the version that you and I have both been waiting on!

In love with this must have boot, but not looking to spend your mortgage payment on one single item...even if you want to? Well, take a look at one of my favorite over-seas online boutiques for a strikingly...or should I say eerily similar and much more affordable option. The QAMRA Leather Wedged Heeled Boot , available at Jessica Buurman's online boutigue, is definitely the first cousin of the original because to the naked eye, there truly isn't much of a difference other than the vast price difference. This more budget friendly version is less than $200 and you if you sign-up for emails, you can get a 10% off code...I know, I know...AH-MAY-Z-ING deal, right? At the present, this beauty is available in black or here in red but a "little birdie" tells me that they will be available in brown and possibly beige very soon!

check back soon for my review

Reality vs Real

Despite how hard I try, my desire for over sized bags is bananas! I probably shouldn't take all the blame considering I always end up holding "some one's" wallet and keys when we go out. Any who, my tote teaser of the moment is definitely the Celine Luggage tote seen on the arms of your favorite fashionistas like Nicole Richie, Kourt/Khloe/Kim Kardashian, and NeNe Leaks

If you don't see yourself forgoing nearly $3000 for the original Celine, but are in love with the style and design then you will fall hard for the CALIDA Luggage Bag from Jessica Buurman's online boutique for a less than $120 and if you sign up then you can grab  10% off code...now that's a deal you can't pass up!   Available in Blue, Beige, Black, Red, Pink, Yellow,

My review coming soon

Splurge vs Steal

 I have a fashionably fierce fetish for animal print shoes, so when I came across these TO-DIE-FOR Rachel Zoe Kelsey wedge on Piperlime I was in love...with the shoe, but not the price tag!

Rachel Zoe Kelsey
$425

On a whim, I decided to take a glance at one of my favorite on-stop on-line shoe shops and found a much more budget friendly alternative. Steve Madden's Kloudd-Natural Snake wedge is a perfect choice for those not desiring to spend a car payment for one item. Needless to say, you will live in these come Spring and Summer as they are right on trend with the wedge sensation sweeping the streets, but with it's neutral pattern, they can be worn to spruce up any outfit...day or night 

Steve Madden Kloudd
$99

One thing I adore about Heels is the vidoes they provide which gives you a real-life idea of what the shoe will look like on...Shoe Genious, isn't it! Take a look:

Splurge vs Steal

I fell head-over-heels(pun intended) for this towering Giuseppe Zanotti Rafia Platform wedge when it was first photographed on the now Mrs. Kim Kardashian-Humphries as she left her LA open. Then, I came across this picture of Natasha Alam showcasing an army green pair while shoe shopping and Tamarea Eccelstone paired hers with a matching romper. But the hefty mortgage payment price tag, is not one that I can afford so I filed it under "Some Day"!.

pictures courtsey of http://www.coolspotters.com/

UNTIL...I came across a near exact replica, Now N Then, on Heels.com! With the $89 price tag, I was definitely in shoe heaven! Available in tan or a denim blue, these are on there way to me as we speak! Sold out in my normal 7.5, I decided to take a risk and order the 8 and figured I will use an insert to balance out the difference. One of my favorite features from Heels.com is that every shoe comes with pictures from every angle AND a short video of what the shoe actually looks like on..Check out the "Now N Then" wedge in action...