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Reader’s Request: Balmain vs Pour la Victoire vs Report Kechi

anna — Thu, 15 Oct 2009 20:54:20 +0000

Cassy wrote:

Hi! I was wondering if you could find these Pour La Victoire Adriane Zipper Suede Booties for less for me?
Here’s the link:
http://www.intermixonline.com/product/accessories/boots/adriane+zipper+suede+booties.do?sortby=ourPicks

Thanks!

Cassy

Meanwhile, Jenny also sent a similar pick to me:

Hi Anna,

did you see those?
http://www.net-a-porter.com/product/48203?cm_mmc=LinkshareUK-_-Custom-_-Link-_-Builder&siteID=s8kXwEH_dao-C4tkIW42MGE9TSTozl5kcg

best regards
Jenny

Actually, these nice Balmain booties were offered for this Fall/Winter season in suede (Mytheresa) and leather (Shopbop):

As always for Giuseppe Zanotti, his shoes are season hit, so you can find some cheaper alternatives here.

You can find Pour la Victoire version at Intermix and Bloomingdales:

OAK has a very good suede option for a very friendly price:

Report Kechi Booties look also as very nice option for this Fall:

Which one do you prefer?

Source: Mytheresa
Source: Shopbop
Source: Intermix
Source: Bloomingdales
Source: OAK
Source: Boutiquetoyou

Balmain vs Asos vs Express vs Topshop

anna — Sun, 16 Aug 2009 21:25:50 +0000

This time there is a nicest lace top! It looks very sexy and feminine. Balmain has shown it at their Spring 2009 collection:

It was sold out, despite of the price! You could buy it at Net-a-Porter. It’s combined with those nice Balmain studded skirt, I wrote some time ago. Rihanna was one of the first who wore this nice top:

Only now we can have some affordable alternatives! Asos show very cute tops in purple, cream and black:

Topshop offers really cute black one:

Finally, Express has lace blouses in black, metal and teal:

Source: Style
Source: Net-a-Porter
Source: Rihanna
Source: Asos
Source: Topshop
Source: Express

Balmain vs bebe vs Oasis

anna — Fri, 01 May 2009 12:28:23 +0000

This season Balmain clothing and shoes are the most desirable pieces for me! This time there is a sexiest skirt with beyond the clouds price!

This ultra glamorous curve contouring studded black mini skirt from Balmain can be paired with fierce heels and an oversized blazer for an evening ensemble with rock-chic appeal. It’s available at Net-a-Porter:

At bebe I’ve found a Balmain style dress, which I liked so much! With alternating rows of studded silver and gunmetal beading, the basic dress is transformed into a symphony of embellished style. Strapless, straight neckline with detachable strap:

You can pair it with one these sandals and get a stunning outfit!

UPD: if you live in UK, you can purchase very nice zipper studded skirt at Oasis:

Beyonce wore this amazing skirt at London’s O2 arena, she added simple tank and very-very high heels!

Source: Net-a-Porter
Source: bebe
Source: Oasis
Source: Beyonce

Balmain vs Bakers

anna — Sat, 25 Apr 2009 21:45:18 +0000

These Balmain studded crystal sandals are definitely season hit! Many brands copy them! The most interesting thing is that all copies are sold out within minutes! So, you’re lucky to catch this affordable version available at Bakers:

You can surely afford high fashion!

Source: LuisaViaRoma
Source: Bakers

Balmain vs Nine West

anna — Fri, 10 Apr 2009 10:36:09 +0000

Balmain sandals are always a season hit! Everyone wants them! Hit your style stride this spring in these ultra-cool bandage heels from Giuseppe Zanotti for Balmain. These are available at Net-a-Porter for $1195. Fortunately, I’ve found some affordable alternative from Nine West just for $88.85. Compare:

Enjoy your gladiator style!

Source: Net-a-Porter
Source: Endless

Balmain vs Forever21

anna — Tue, 07 Apr 2009 10:23:14 +0000

Balmain black suede fringed apache sandals. These sandals are the best thing to happen to your summer wardrobe! Great with super skinny jeans or add a twist with a shift dress. They’re available at Mytheresa.com with $646 price:

At Forever21 you can find more than affordable funky fringe alternative just for $24.80:

Definitely, must-have!

Source: Mytheresa
Source: Forever21

Balmain vs Forever21

anna — Tue, 07 Apr 2009 10:16:08 +0000

Balmain leopard optic gladiator sandals with silver toned hardware answers the call of the wild in the city. Pair them up with skinny distresse jeans, rocker t-shirts and short sleeved leather jackets. They’re available at Mytheresa.com with $942 price:

At Forever21 you can find more than affordable alternative for $16.80:

Definitely, must-have!

Source: Mytheresa
Source: Forever21

Balmain vs Steve Madden vs Charlotte Russe vs Pleaser vs Dollhouse vs Report Signature

anna — Fri, 27 Mar 2009 12:49:24 +0000

Very sexy and famous sandals Balmain is a real bomb for me! That’s definitely season hit! The price is also hit, very high.

They are available at Net-a-Porter for for $1745 and at Luisaviaroma for $1598 or €1475. I’ve found some alternatives for them:

So, Report Signature, Dollhouse, Steve Madden for $112 and for $69.95, Charlotte Russe and Pleaser allow us to enjoy these strappy sexy heels!

Where and with what would you wear it?

Update: Rihanna is one of those who wears these sexy heels! Just follow the link Nitrolicious to see the picture!

Source: Net-a-Porter
Source: Luisaviaroma
Source: Piperlime
Source: Endless
Source: Shoes
Source: Steve Madden
Source: Charlotte Russe

Balmain vs Zara

anna — Fri, 27 Feb 2009 10:53:43 +0000

Do you like mini black dress? I do! It always works!
This spring Ready-to-Wear show Balmain offer two (l) and Zara also has something special ®:

Enjoy the party!

Source: style.com
Source: zara.com

Abaeté vs Balmain vs Zara

anna — Fri, 20 Feb 2009 11:47:57 +0000

This spring designers show fabulous mini dresses: you can wear it on date or party and feel very sexy. Abaeté creates ones very good and expensive at the Spring Ready-to-Wear 2009:

Balmain also demonstrates alternative ones:

In Zara you can find not worse ones and cheaper.

Moreover, you can find there rock-star jacket to finish the look:

At the Brit awards 2009 Kyle Minogue wore the Balmain one and looked very sexy:

Enjoy your fashion!

Source: style.com
Source: zara.com
Source: zimbio.com