8.03.2010

Tightwad Tuesday: Givenchy Crisscross Wedge Sandal for a Steal

Darlings, in the left corner we have Givenchy’s chic Crisscross Wedge Sandal, the very same ones seen gracing the tootsies of glamourai Leigh Lezark; to your right you will find BCBGeneration's gorgeous Gonzalo Wedge Sandal.

While the BCBGeneration's beauty is crafted out of a blend of black lycra mesh and leather, while the jaw-dropping Givenchy’s are made solely out of leather; for a mere $98.95, in comparison to the $1,174.50 asking price of the Givenchy’s, they are every bit as capable of turning heads and inducing gasps from your many admirers as their couture cousin. Not to mention you can pick them up in three irresistible hues (black lycra mesh, silver ash shimmer metallic, and buttermilk plush napa)!

Is today the day for you to please the big spender within; or will you play it cool and be thrifty?


Fashionably yours!


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72 comments

Jamie said...

While the Givenchy version is undeniably gorgeous, I am gonna go with the BCBG b/c if I had that much in my pocket to spend, it would be one of two things, a fab new handbag or a pair of Christian Louboutins!
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Jaime @ laviejaime said...

I love this shoe! The twist is so unique- I bet both look great on too. :)

little luxury list said...

Wow, I actually like the BCBG Girls version better. The draping just works a little better for me.

Anonymous said...

Definitely the BCBGirls shoe. The Givenchy is gorgeous, but I'm not not paying that much for a pair I can get for under $100

Krysten @ Why Girls Are Weird said...

I gotta go with the tightwad version.

FASHION SNAG said...

Once you get a Givenchy you never go back. Their shoes are so comfortable! x

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STYLE'N said...

hands down BCBG today!

Devea said...

I love the Givenchy version but I have to say I would go for the BCBG one. So much more affordable and gives off the same effect.

Maddy said...

I think I like the thrifty version much better!! Gosh!! You need to take me shopping with you! I can get a whole makeover on a dime ;o)

Tiffany Kadani said...

Oh dear! I don't think I could ever pass up Givenchy! But, I like the fact that the cheaper version has other colors. Hmmm....this is a tough one!

Melanie's Randomness said...

I don't know why but I like how the cheaper one looks bettter.

k said...

ohhh these are such pretty shoes!!

k said...

ohhh these are such pretty shoes!!

Oh, My Darling said...

Wow, another uncanny comparison!

Susu Paris Chic said...

I got a pair of wedges but they broke, a strap came off, the following day. I had to take them back. Now I'm thinking more about fall and looks like my summer shall remain wedgeless. Oh well... I'm so excited about all the caramel and coffee frocks I saw yesterday here in Paris... allover the stores!

Yulia Rahmawati said...

wow!
beauiful wedges :D

paislea said...

swoon! i love these shoes!!!

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Grace said...

Ooh, such cute wedges. I love BCBG, so I'd go with that pair.

OneCraftyFox said...

Great style, I can't decide which one I like best!

Leia said...

I actually prefer the BCBGs!

Leia

Blicious said...

i love them both! :)

xoxo
b

The Blonde Duck said...

Steal!

Denisa L said...

I actually think that the Bgbgirls one look better:)

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Love them all...

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ellie said...

They are way cool to see on someone else. Just not me. If I were to afford them...they'd be on a shelf somewhere. I'd never wear them. I like something I know I can hop around in at a concert or run..if the case maybe. I can definitely me crashing in them if I wore them. But they are amazing.

Rachel @ The Haute Notes said...

I'm definitely going with the BCBGirls pair. They look great!

Megan said...

I like the BCBGirls pair.

hobovogue . said...

ohhhh bcbgirls. i love them. they're so good at replicating everything i want but can't have, and this is no exception... the gracefulness of this teetering high wedge is just stunning in both shoes !!


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kayla marie said...

thrifty for me ;)
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Jen said...

I'd definitely go with the BCBGirls. It's a stunning but very trendy shoe, and most girls (if they're anything like me) will probably only wear them a few times!

Have a great day Erika!
Jen

Unknown said...

Gotta go with the BCBGirls! So cute!

Tights Lover said...

Can you own $1,200 shoes and not be afraid to walk in them?

I love this style of shoe! They're both gorgeous, but since I have a love for BCBG shoes already, and the price is right....

jess said...

I think the BCBGirls looks better.

katielouise said...

i actually prefer the right one.. shocker!! good find


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Valerie said...

Those Givenchy shoes are amazing, but I can think of so many other things I could spend that money on. I'd definitely opt for the BCBG girls shoes on this one. Fabulous find!

xo
Valerie

ediot said...

ThoSe BCBgirls shoes look a lot nicer- truly. i dont like shiny shoes that much - so those are a great pair of wedges.
btw do you shop a lot? i want to shop so bad- and always even more after stopping by your blog

xx ediot

Alicia Lund said...

I actually prefer the BCBG wedges!! ;) Great find miss!!

Maria at Bachman's Sparrow said...

Hate to say it, but I think BCBG kicked Givenchy's butt lol.

xoxo Maria

Sherin said...

Mmmm, shoes. I actually really like the BCB ones. The colour is so much more wearable!

L'Amour et la Paix said...

Both shoes are SO pretty. The BCBG one looks almost identical.. great find!!

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this free bird said...

I hear ya on the boots girl. The SW look alikes you posted on last week were a serious score.

Much like this jackpot you've got going on here today. Take it away lady!!

xoxo,
Carrie

Unknown said...

Wow they are sooo similar, that's awesome!

Nubiasnonsense said...

Great find.. I actually like the BCBG ones better Lovey =)

Tamanna A. Shaikh said...

Wow at that price, I should be able to pass on those Givenchys to my four generations. :P BCBG anyday!

Clare said...

Oh I love the BCBG ones! Time to start saving!

Emily said...

I would take the BCBG's!

xoxo

Elle said...

Lovee love the Givenchy wedges... but alas I'm under a shopping ban this month (um, sorta) so no new shoes for me!

liz said...

Adoring shoe ever :)

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Chicago Chic said...

They are both beautiful, I really love them both. So... the cheaper pair is on my list now! :)

Happy Tuesday my Love!
xoxo
Rachel

Midtown Girl said...

I'm a Givenchy babe through & through but the budget choice is such a great option!!

I have to tell you - I almost had tears in my eyes from your comment, it meant so much & I truly ADORE you, Erika!!

Heart you forevz, dahling <3

Front Row Mode said...

Loving the blog loveee the wedges

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Josie said...

I love the leather on the Givenchy one but, as usual, will go with the save option! You find the greatest things, dear!
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Mimi said...

over a thousand dollars for the givenchy shoes? i'm definitely gonna pass on that one. i will go for the bcbg one, like almost everyone else. :D

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B a la Moda said...

WOW! I didn´t know about this new line BCBGeneration. What is it about?

xoxo
B* a la Moda

Caitlin @ Candyfloss & Persie said...

I wish the expensive ones weren't SO expensive because I like them so much more. Though the basic design is great ton both!

Lexy @ QUIRKY EXPLOSION said...

They're both amazing, but I actually like the BCBG one more. I mean, even if they were the same price (pffft, they're PRACTICALLY the same, no?!), I'd go with the BCBG. I love the suede material!

Great finds, as per usual!

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chaos kontrolowany said...

Gorgeous!

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Imogen said...

As always I can't believe the price difference. Over $1000 WOW

Tayebug said...

I definitely have to be thrifty on this one. Although those Givenchy's are gorgeous, the BCBG's are pretty too and at that price.....well, can't go wrong.

Purses Pastries Etc... said...

Wow! I don't really know if I could justify spending $1,174 for a pair of shoes that -- no mater how amazing! -- are unfortunately a trendy piece. I think I'd go with the BCBG pair and enjoy them for the right here and now! :)

Wrecked Stellar said...

This is a tough one but I think I'd go Givenchy- not that I can afford it but I like the wide leather strips better. Hope you're having a fabulous week hon! xo, mel

Cindy Whitehead said...

I like them both in different ways - oh no, now I want both! (-:

Anonymous said...

While the look is soooo similar, I prefer the leather of the Givenchy.

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fashion junkie said...

Thank you for the lovely comment. You're so sweet.

You keep surprising me. You always have great posts! LOVE LOVE LOVE it!

MelRod

Audrey Allure said...

Love both of them!

Unknown said...

Oooh love the originals, but the steals look just as good!!

Ava said...

I absolutely love the Givenchy ones. They are so hot! I would even wear them during the winter. The BCBGeneration ones are really great too. I just bought a pair of heels from that brand. They are so comfortable (which is hard to find with heels!!).

Jessica said...

The Givenchy are undeniably gorgeous, but the BCBG are an amazing look for less!

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Meream said...

I'd definitely go cheap. The color is much sweater and I don't like that the fabric strap of the pricey one reaches the side of the sole. Haha. I'm picky, aren't I?

Oana Roxana said...

None of them this time,though Givenchy is pretty cool.

Mara said...

sigh I want the Givenchys but I'd settle for the BCBGenerations :)

Rick said...

Erika, those are both hot!

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