Periodically, I am going to do posts on items that is a LUST(expensive) and a MUST version (decent price point – we all can afford). Some lovely readers asked me to find cheaper versions of designer items which I thought was a great idea!
Christian Louboutins vs. Aldo’s (click on link/photo)
Ahhh…*sigh*, the infamous red sole that we all are coveting. I honestly cannot wait until I get my first pair. The price tag is so steep that most of us would gasp at it compared to the Aldo’s version. Yes the quality is not even close and neither is the price tag. Nude pumps is a MUST have- especially for Spring and Summer. I wear my Nine West nude pumps and just picked up another pair of Aldo nudes (similar HERE) recently. I’m excited to actually be able to switch off from my peep toes.
Click below for more of my LUST vs. MUST picks!
We all need a nice white blazer in our wardrobe and Theory is well known for their cut and quality. But the price tag is hefty, especially for an item that may get dirty with one dolop of a stain. The MUST version is from Forever 21 and comes with a pin. The price difference is insane! H & M also makes a petite friendly white blazer that is very affordable. See my post here.
Gucci vs. The Limited
Gucci vs. The Limited
So it’s not identical but it’s a similar Hobo style with the middle flap. Although we would all love to carry the first bag, not all of us can throw down that kind of money so a great alternative is the right picture. A neutral color bag is great because it goes with anything and everything. And if you coordinate with nude pumps- you will be all set!
Since the floral print is so in right now, there are a lot of options for all of us. I personally think that this trend won’t last long but I’ll enjoy it while it lasts. The price of the picture on the right is so cheap and comes in XS- not bad for a cute floral dress.
Those are my LUST vs. MUST picks for this week! Does anyone else have a LUST item that they are coveting but don’t want to spend that much?
I agree that it's best to go with the non-lust for stark whites. As much as I love Theory and the crafstmanship … I just can't keep my whites white unless I bleach the heck out of them (and then I get skin irritation!). Also, as you've shown in a prior post, H&M makes a pretty good inexpensive white blazer that fits petites.
I think every girl has a LUST list hehe… A pair of those Louboutins and a fitted Burberry trench are on mine, just to name a few!
i need a good pair of nude pumps. i know you recommended nine west for size 5. i have to check it out next time i'm at a mall!
what a great list!
Love those nude pumps and the white jacket. Those are on my wish list for summer. Thanks for sharing!
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so great. as everyone above me said, a white jacket = soon to be found and nude pumps are def trendy right now but i feel like i'm getting too tan to really pull it off without looking like i turned into some jersey shore trash…. hahaa
love it when i find something that's perfectly ripped off of a designer (why does that sound so vulgar? but it's honest…) …
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HAHAHA! I agree, it would be very very nice to have a pair of Louboutins and a Gucci purse but you can find similar items for cheaper and you don't have to worry about them getting scratched… I've been looking for a pair of nude heels for a while now, still on a hunt!
Great post! I totally need to get a white blazer and some nude pumps now I have some (frugal) ideas =D
Thanks!
-Jackie
Wow good job on the "must" side! They match pretty closely to the lust! One day (hopefully in the near future..) I will own a pair of Louboutins!!
love both of these
nudes are great
cool blog
MON CHERI !
I've been in love with those Loubs forever…but the Nine West pair is a fabulous alternative!
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