Splurge Vs Steal

I'm so obsessed with these sunglasses by Celine, I haven't fallen so hard for a pair of sunglasses in a long time. In the past any time I have splurged on sunglasses ,I have either lost them or broke them.  I was very excited when a came across a very similar pair from Sportsgirl  for only $39.95. I picked myself up two pairs black and brown :)

 

Splurge vs Steal

 Riccardo Tisci used  to life under the sea as the inspiration for his spring 2012 Givenchy collection. Seen on supermodels like Gisele Bundchen, Natalia  Vodianova and Karolina Kurkova the over-sized shark tooth necklaces worn with tailored separates stole the show. Since then it has been featured in many a fashion editorials. The necklace price starts at about $800 (depending on size) and matching bracelet costs $625. River Island currently have a very similar bracelet and necklace costing a fraction of the Givenchy price!

Splurge vs Steal

I recently blogged about  a pair of Azzedine Alaïa shoes spotted on the likes of Kim Kardashian and Rhianna. The shoes are definitely out of my price range costing well over a thousand dollars but Australian shoe shop Witttner have come up with and almost identical copy costing a fraction of the price at $199.95.

The Look for Less

Kim Kardashian certainly knows what looks good on her post-pregnancy bod! Since giving birth Kim has been seen in a range of straight of the runway head to toe couture pieces.These items certainly don't come cheap so I have found some more affordable alternatives online so you can steal her amazing style.

Splurge Vs Steal

This Lace Stella McCartney jumpsuit was highly coveted featuring in fashion editorials and worn to red carpet events by a range of well known celebs. The designer herself sported the jumpsuit to the annual CDFA fashion awards. The jumpsuit  has sold every where but priced at over $4k it was never exactly affordable. Uk fashion house Oasis have striking similar jumpsuit available on their online store and for only $127.00 and it is definitely more economical then the Stella piece. Wrap a black ribbon around the waist and you will look like you are rocking a piece of couture. 

Burberry Style Lace Trench Coat

I'm obsessed with all things Burberry and especially love their classical trench coat. Their lace trench coat put a new spin on their classical trench but at $2,108.00 is way out of my price range. I found a great alternative for a fraction of the price for only $120 on ebay and teamed it with a pair of leopard print boots!

Splurge Vs Steal

Rosie Huntington Whitely wowed during Paris Fashion week modelling for Balmain with very minimal make up. The Balmain collection was also pretty special . I love the white quilted skirt featured in the collection, Jessica Buurman have a skirt with a very similar silhouette to the Balmain one. The Jessica Buurman version is a steal at only $69.00.

Splurge Vs Steal

Burberry Prosum winter fall collection featured heart detailing on their shirts, handbag and iconic trench coat. The collection has been a huge hit and has been spotted on celebs such as Victoria Beckham and Alexa Chung. I particularity love their heart print handbags but they start at $1,490. Accessorize have made a heart print clutch that is much more budget friendly at only $33.00 and looks almost identical to the Burberry Print Clutch Alexa Chung had been spotted wearing. Pick it up here here.

Splurge Vs Steal

The Gucci “Ursula” sandal, a part of the Spring 2013 collection and has been worn by celebrities such as Jennifer Lopez, Beyonce and Kim Kardashian. They feature a patent leather cage design and a horsebit ankle-strap.

I found a similar pair on River Island in the sale for just $51.00 although missing the horsebit detail they have the same caged effect and thick ankle strap and are available in black and white on website. The Gucci version retail for over $900 and come in a variety of colors from peach to snakeskin.

Splurge VS Steal

I have been obsessed with green lace ever since I watch an episode of Revenge where Victoria Grason wears a lace green Burberry trench coat. I have searched  everywhere for a more affordable alternative but my results were in vain. Valentino also do a beautiful green  lace dress with bow detailing on the back, however the dress retails for over $3,000. Retail giants, Zara have come up with an almost identical version just a little bit shorter for a fraction of the price. I teamed the dress with a pair of nude patent studded heels  from Jessica Burman.

Splurge Vs Steal

I'm a big fan of Givenchy pieces by designer Riccardo Tisci. Riccardo's animal print tees have been a huge success and  they really make a statement. The t-shirts have been worn by celebrities such as Kayne West and Rhianna and have sold out everywhere. An original Givenchy t-shirt retails for about $300+ however I have found a great alternative here for only $45....... a real bargain! I wore the T shirt with ripped jeans from Sportsgirl and my fave Asos studded leather jacket.