By: Harriette Hauske
It’s happened to all of us: You’re strolling through NorthPark Center and you end up spending way too much time in the shoe department. You’re drooling over the newest Gucci sneakers, Chanel espadrilles or Fendi fur loafers. Then you make the mistake of looking at the price. You try telling yourself you’ll wear them every night – but then your voice of reason kicks in and you realize that not even your $60 Vans can make it out of an SMU party unscathed.
Let’s face the facts: College parties and expensive shoes should never mix. That’s why cheap knockoffs come in handy. There are numerous brands that let you rock the latest trends without breaking the bank.
Stuart Weitzman over-the-knee boots: If you’re one of the few who doesn’t already own a pair, or if you’re looking for a backup that can get trashed at the homecoming boulevard – opt for one of these cheaper options. You’ll look just as chic and won’t be thigh-high in regret.
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YSL glitter boots: You can dress like Rihanna without having to spend like Rihanna. Shine bright with these affordable look-a-likes.
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Givenchy mink fur slides: Instead of having to decide which color of the Givenchy mink fur slides is your favorite – you can buy ten knockoffs in every color for a quarter of the price.
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Gucci fur slippers: You simply don’t need to pay $1,000 to keep your feet warm. You just don’t. Especially when the lamb fur on these Gucci slippers is going to be dragging along the floor.
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Gucci platform sneakers: Let’s be real – you’re not going to wear rainbow platform sneakers very often, so it’s not worth investing in them. Instead, have some fun in one of these Gucci look-a-likes.
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Don’t splurge on your shoes. No matter how hard you try, they will end up destroyed. Instead, opt for a cheaper version – and maybe get a couple while you’re at it.
