My loves, to the left we have Steve Madden’s irresistible ROADY Knee-High Boot; to the right we have Mossimo Supply Co.’s covetable Kaden Tall Buckle Boots.Though the Mossimo marvels, while magnificent, lack the true leather construction of the Madden’s; for just $34.99, in comparison to the $199.95 price tag of the originals, they possess all of the same embellishments as their high-priced partner in crime – from the zipper up the back to the decorative buckle along the shaft and ankle – making you feel rebellious, rugged, and ravishing with each and every wear!
Are you having a tightwad moment darlings, or are you plagued with a craving to splurge?
Fashionably yours!
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Ooooooh. For these I'd have to splurge. I love the colour of that leather. Such a beautiful way to soften a look while still being a bit rugged.
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*Kelsey
Nothing beats a beautiful pair of leather riding boots, so I'm going to have to go with Steve Madden on this one!
ReplyDeleteFab find, darling E!
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I'm a sucker for steve madden...spluge on this one! Plus, a pair of timeless leather boots will last forever, well worth a small investment :)
ReplyDeletexox Vicky
I have to try them in person.
ReplyDeletecuuuuuuuute! i actually love the mossimo ones best! they're so cute! and they look similar to the ones in your picture on the right.
ReplyDeletei hope you're having a good day erika!!
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Well when it comes to shoes and bags my motto is ALWAYS splurge! Yes the Steve Madden boots are $200, however you will have them forever since they are leather. In the end I think of it as an investment ;)
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Okay, Target seriously gets better every day. How do they do it? I love both boots and I guess it would depend on whether the cheaper ones are comfy or not. Great picks, Erika!
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Valerie
I have to say I like the Mossimo ones better!!
ReplyDeleteI love the Steve Madden boots. I am looking for a flat gray pair of boots for the fall/winter and these might be the ones. Bookmarking and will check them out if they have them at the store! What a bargain they are!
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Love them both but I'd definitely pick Steve Madden. For a good pair of boots, it's worth it! xo
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Jeesh- since when do Steve Madden's cost $200!? lol
ReplyDeleteI am so happy that knee high boots are in fashion this winter as well. I absolutely love the Steve Madden ones.
ReplyDeleteI will happily take the Mossimos! Love it! And when do you start school again?
ReplyDeleteI have a pair of patent Mossimo sandal and I really love them. :D Great cheaper label.
ReplyDeleteGreat find Erika! I remember last fall Steve Madden made the Incca boot for $130 and then Target released the Kady boot for $30. I wanted the Incca's so bad.. and I waited a month and I scored them for only $25. Boots always go on sale quite quickly here in Hawaii.. ha ha, it's probably because we don't "need" them. ;)
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Splurging again!
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Tightwad!
ReplyDeleteI love Steve Madden so I'm gonna have to splurge! Definitely some great boots for fall.
ReplyDeleteI ♥ those boots! =D
ReplyDeleteP.S. I LOVE your new picture on your sidebar! Very stylish outfit. The purple looks great with the black!
I had vintage boots like those and I wore them out!
ReplyDeleteP.S. I'm giving away a Shabby Apple dress too :) xo
Cute! I've been on the lookout for flat, tall boots!
ReplyDeletexoxo Maria
ooo, love these boots!! oh wow, i haven't seen these at target. definitely checking them out on my next trip! what a steal!!
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Actually kind of prefer the Steve M version!
ReplyDeleteI cheap out when it comes to shoes cuz I scruff them all the time. so I'm loving the alternate!
ReplyDeleteI'm so tired of sweating. I'm ready for fall.
ReplyDeleteYay, these boots make me excited for fall!
ReplyDeleteHaha, I've always noticed that Target has a ton of Steve Madden knock-offs. But I love my current Steve Madden boots so much I'd have to splurge.
ReplyDeleteerika i think i can madden it out on this one lady! those boots are SI-ICK! love it!!
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carrie
I'm ALWAYS for the cheap ones. But I have to say that I REALLY love these Steve Madden ones - the colour is simply FABULOUS.
ReplyDeleteAnd hey, boots are supposed to be like an investment... right? RIGHT?!
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Love them both!! What a great find!
ReplyDeleteI'm such a sucker for real leather boots, and these are amazing. I'd have to go with the Steve Maddens. They would last and last.
ReplyDeleteThe Madden's do look way more high quality!
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totally must get myself a pair.
ReplyDeletewow, those boots for $35?! great buy! and if i'm not mistaken those kinds of boots are the trend this fall. :D
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I would go for Mossimo! I have brown boots just like them, well they are dying and need to be replaced, but they are faux leather and suuppper comfy with that heel. Great find Erika :) :)
ReplyDeleteOMG are you kidding?! I ALWAYS get plagued with a craving to splurge! lol the hardest for me to not do is spend money... sigh
ReplyDeleteLove those riding leather boots!
ReplyDeleteI'm obsessed with Mossimo
LOx
Ummm Mossimo. Yes, I;m a graduate student!
ReplyDeleteHow do you always find these wonderfully inexpensive things that I like??! I usually always pick the most expensive pieces, lol!
ReplyDeleteI'm a Target Girl..so I know where I'm going!
ReplyDeleteI've liked my other boots I've gotten there too..and with the leather..you have to wonder how you'll have to treat them and take care of them. While in the cheaper ones, well, I just might do anything in them.
ReplyDeleteI'd have to splurge. I always love these tightwad tuesday posts! :)
ReplyDeleteI love the Steve Maddens. Those are beautiful!
ReplyDeleteI don't know if anyone could take the place of Steve Madden in my heart! Love the gray shade as well.
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The tightwad choice would be a great replacement pair for traveling! I ruin all my boots traveling.
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The tightwad choice would be a great replacement pair for traveling! I ruin all my boots traveling.
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Although the Mossimo boots look similar, the distressed and faded leather, makes the $200 price tag of The Steve Madden boots worth it. They will last longer being that they are leather, so you will also get more for your money with the Steve Madden choice. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteDana
Really cute, love both!
ReplyDeletegreat fall look!
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i kind of like the blacker color of the Mossimo's better!
ReplyDeletethe urge to splurge is always there :) love the style of boots you chose, could make an edgy look added to a delicate dress.
ReplyDeleteI love this Target treasure.
ReplyDeleteThis time I def like the less expensive option better.
ReplyDeleteThese are so great for fall. I will have to get to target. I got their old-fashioned black ankle boots last year and have loved them.
ReplyDeleteThey are both ultra cool. I actually prefer the Mossimo ones. Hope you've had a great week.
ReplyDeleteBoth boots are very cool, for walk a mile!
ReplyDeleteI really like the Steve Madden's! I used to blog at FabBlab, but this is my new blog: http://www.seren-dip-a-tea.blogspot.com/
ReplyDeleteNothing makes me more happy than a pair of knee high leather boots. I like the Mossimo boots but love the Steve Madden ones. I know that since they are made with a real leather not a fake one they will last me for a long time.
ReplyDeleteI am all for Steve Madden!!
ReplyDeleteGreat boots! It looks like you're wearing them in your new picture! :D
ReplyDelete♥ Leia
cool find! only concern is that quality of the faux-looking leather...
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