3.03.2011

Thrifty Thursday: Stella McCartney Maia Cork Platform Wedge for Less

Kitty cats, to the left we have Stella McCartney’s stunning Maia Cork Platform Wedge – the very same ones seen gracing the fancy feet of le ever-magnificent Michelle Williams and le elegant Emily Deschanel; to the right, plant your pretty peepers upon the Crespo Wedge Sandal from BCBGeneration.

While the charming Crespo sports a slightly lower platform and wedge than the 6 ½-inch McCartney’s; for a mere $89.00, as opposed to the $735.00 of the mesmerizing Maia, they are a sublime way for the frugalista to snag a smidgen of Stella’s haute couture style – at a price that allows one to scoop up all four snazzy shades (Light Peach, Gold, Panna Stone, and White Black), should she so desire!

Will Stella McCartney tempt you into being a big spender, or will BCBGeneration inspire you to save?


Fashionably yours!


Thanks to Neiman Marcus and Endless for the pictures.


Don't forget to enter the Bag the Bling Giveaway for your chance to win a $25.00 Gift Certificate from PurseBling.

Don't forget to enter the Cruisin’ with CSN Giveaway for your chance to win a $75.00 Gift Certificate from CSN Stores.
SHARE:
at

57 comments

  1. lucy and sarahMarch 03, 2011 5:28 AM

    Wow, that so much. I'd go for the cheaper ones. For sure.

    ReplyDelete
  2. caitlin and meganMarch 03, 2011 5:31 AM

    Glad their is a cheaper option. Thankfully.

    ReplyDelete
  3. Krysten @ Why Girls Are WeirdMarch 03, 2011 5:39 AM

    The Stella's for sure!

    ReplyDelete
  4. ellieMarch 03, 2011 5:46 AM

    I wouldn't know the difference. Great more reasonable version that you found.

    ReplyDelete
  5. JoanneMarch 03, 2011 5:58 AM

    BCB will definitely tempt me with the lower platform, I like the look better. And the price ;)

    ReplyDelete
  6. Twenty.SomethingMarch 03, 2011 6:32 AM

    Loveeee wedges!! Cannot wait for spring!!!

    ReplyDelete
  7. StephanieMarch 03, 2011 6:42 AM

    Stella would definitely tempt me into being a big spendor!

    Eternally yours,
    Stephanie

    ReplyDelete
  8. michelle_March 03, 2011 6:44 AM

    woah almost the same !
    only different shades !

    thanks for stopping by at my blog !
    glisters and blisters

    ReplyDelete
  9. Radiant Make UpMarch 03, 2011 7:18 AM

    they look almost identical - no one would notice the difference :)
    thanks for sharing!! x

    ReplyDelete
  10. ZANAHMarch 03, 2011 7:31 AM

    You always have great finds !

    Bisous,
    Mon Mode Blog

    ReplyDelete
  11. Couture CarrieMarch 03, 2011 7:32 AM

    Ooooooh love these sandals!

    I'll go for the Stellas because they are vegan leather :)

    xoxox,
    CC

    ReplyDelete
  12. StyleIDnetMarch 03, 2011 7:34 AM

    Honestly? this time I would save for the higher platform wedge Stella McCartney's. They are both cute but the expensive version are more stylized.

    http://styleidnet.blogspot.com/
    http://www.filomenascloset.com/

    ReplyDelete
  13. Tiffany KadaniMarch 03, 2011 8:42 AM

    Love Stella! I forgot about your love for cork wedges. Glad to see they are still in style.

    ReplyDelete
  14. HazelMarch 03, 2011 8:45 AM

    i think the expensive one does look more classy.. :)

    ReplyDelete
  15. very marriedMarch 03, 2011 8:46 AM

    i'm so impressed by your finds!

    ReplyDelete
  16. RachelMarch 03, 2011 8:47 AM

    Definitely go with the more inexpensive one, though both are lovely. :D

    ReplyDelete
  17. AnonymousMarch 03, 2011 9:12 AM

    Save! they are IDENTICAL, great find!

    xoxo
    Miss Neira

    ReplyDelete
  18. AnonymousMarch 03, 2011 9:20 AM

    im really liking both, but based on price, id totally go with the BCBG ones...

    i have often found with cork wedges they can look cheap...so i have struggled finding a nice pair throughout the years...but both of these are super nice looking. i really like them!

    <3 megan
    http://www.suitcaseandstilettos.com

    ReplyDelete
  19. mollyMarch 03, 2011 9:31 AM

    Such a fun look. I'm glad you found this bargain.

    ReplyDelete
  20. modanista junkieMarch 03, 2011 10:28 AM

    I have to stay thrifty because it just makes more sense to me... unless I were a rich girl of course. ;)

    xoxo,
    melrod

    ReplyDelete
  21. Oh to Be a MuseMarch 03, 2011 10:29 AM

    oohhh....i like the Stellas! the inside sole is so much nicer, but the price is so high!

    ReplyDelete
  22. MaddyMarch 03, 2011 10:47 AM

    Wow! I like the Stella pair! You notice the difference in the details, but boy is that price steep!

    ReplyDelete
  23. YouaMarch 03, 2011 10:48 AM

    Great find!

    ReplyDelete
  24. ediotMarch 03, 2011 10:54 AM

    thanks for sharing. i have a pair of cork wedges i need to get wearing this spring. if spring ever comes..
    xx

    ReplyDelete
  25. NatashaMarch 03, 2011 11:06 AM

    Even though the Crespos are really nice, I would have to go with the Maias. I would love to have something by Stella McCartney on my feet.

    ReplyDelete
  26. FRANKIE HEARTS FASHIONMarch 03, 2011 11:14 AM

    another amazing find!! The BCBG's are fab! xx

    ReplyDelete
  27. frockandrollonline.comMarch 03, 2011 11:32 AM

    I LOVE the BCB wedges! What a fantastic replica!

    ReplyDelete
  28. JosieMarch 03, 2011 11:36 AM

    Let's be honest, I couldn't walk in a 6.5-inch wedge anyway.
    xo Josie
    http://winksmilestyle.blogspot.com

    ReplyDelete
  29. Tights LoverMarch 03, 2011 12:31 PM

    I have to say, I'm pretty much in love with every piece of footwear from BCBGeneration.

    The extra $600 or so in savings is gravy. Sorry Stella...you know I love you too!

    ReplyDelete
  30. AnonymousMarch 03, 2011 1:06 PM

    oooh, i'd have to go for the stella mccartney ones, they're stunning!!

    ReplyDelete
  31. My Heart BloggedMarch 03, 2011 1:32 PM

    I really like the minimalist look of these pieces. I wish it would warm up, and stop snowing so I could a great pair of cork wedges like the BCBG ones.
    My Heart Blogged

    ReplyDelete
  32. KathrynMarch 03, 2011 1:44 PM

    I love the Stella McCartney version! Of course, neither version would work in the snow :(

    ReplyDelete
  33. ryanMarch 03, 2011 1:44 PM

    In this case, I think the expensive Stella McCartney ones are much cuter, so today I vote to splurge!!!

    ReplyDelete
  34. The Blonde DuckMarch 03, 2011 1:47 PM

    How cute!

    ReplyDelete
  35. Accounting for FabulousMarch 03, 2011 2:16 PM

    Its amazing the steals you find! Personally I'm not a fan of these but I see why others would :)

    ReplyDelete
  36. MeganMarch 03, 2011 2:51 PM

    I'll splurge for the Stella McCartney wedges.

    http://fashiontriedandtrue.blogspot.com/

    ReplyDelete
  37. Anna GrayMarch 03, 2011 3:00 PM

    I LOVE the Stella McCartney wedges! I may consider purchasing a pair of those (IF my mother approves. Ha!). :)

    ReplyDelete
  38. ElleMarch 03, 2011 4:15 PM

    Oh Stella never fails - those cork platforms are irresistible! And so perfect for spring!

    ReplyDelete
  39. ClareMarch 03, 2011 5:42 PM

    Oh these are rad and they look EXACTLY the same. If I could wear wedges I would take the cheaper ones :)

    ReplyDelete
  40. GraceMarch 03, 2011 6:22 PM

    They're so similar that I'd definitely go with the BCBG's! These would be so cute for summer. :)

    ReplyDelete
  41. jessMarch 03, 2011 6:29 PM

    The Stella pair are tempting.

    ReplyDelete
  42. AnonymousMarch 03, 2011 7:08 PM

    I'm not a huge fan of cork plataforms, so...I'll pass this time!

    :)

    Love,
    Camila F.

    ReplyDelete
  43. ivyMarch 03, 2011 7:56 PM

    Such a wonderful shoe. Great you found a cheaper version.

    ReplyDelete
  44. Angelica NgMarch 03, 2011 8:46 PM

    I don't like this wedge. Looks so much like a stylized Birkenstock...but anything that resembles a Birk is never good (not a Birken...Birkenstock! lol).

    http://red-soledfashionista.blogspot.com/

    ReplyDelete
  45. Caitlin @ Candyfloss & PersieMarch 03, 2011 9:59 PM

    ooo stella's version is so much more radiant, is it not??? Just something about it, I think I will splurge today :)

    ReplyDelete
  46. Joanne FaithMarch 03, 2011 10:33 PM

    The McCarteny ones are far more beautiful... There's something about how delicate that lovely little buckle is!

    ReplyDelete
  47. Glass and SplintersMarch 04, 2011 12:07 AM

    I do prefer the Stella McCartney, but with such a huge price difference I'd have to go for the Crespo!

    ReplyDelete
  48. SherinMarch 04, 2011 1:21 AM

    Cork wedges are one of my summer must have's. I love them. THe Stella McCartney ones are so nice.

    ReplyDelete
  49. Pratishtha DurgaMarch 04, 2011 2:57 AM

    Ummm... I'd save for Stella... Classier, better shade... Love it.

    ReplyDelete
  50. Susu Paris ChicMarch 04, 2011 3:37 AM

    I have some connection here in Paris with the Stella McG crew... hopefully I could be posting something someday. In the meantime I dream through your lovely words, dear.

    ReplyDelete
  51. F!PianMarch 04, 2011 4:21 AM

    Hi... Stella it´s amazing.... love
    Kisses
    ♥

    fabianapian.blogspot.com

    ReplyDelete
  52. Gabby / Gypsy*DiariesMarch 04, 2011 5:22 AM

    I actually like the BCB more! :D
    xxx

    http://gypsy-diaries.blogspot.com/

    P.S: I'm having a House of Harlow feather ring giveaway! I think it would look perfect on you! :D

    ReplyDelete
  53. Melanie's RandomnessMarch 04, 2011 7:27 AM

    Oooo I like the Mia one too much!! I'd have to splurge!! =)

    ReplyDelete
  54. Style with BenefitsMarch 04, 2011 8:04 AM

    I'm torn! I prefer the Stella McCartney pair but there's no way I'm dropping more than $700 for those. The BCBG though looks pretty darn good too! Yep, I want summer again so I can wear wedge sandals again!

    xx, becs

    ReplyDelete
  55. Audrey AllureMarch 04, 2011 8:07 AM

    Love the Stella McCartney ones!

    ReplyDelete
  56. LauraMarch 04, 2011 11:29 PM

    Oh gosh they are both so beautiful! I'd be happy with either pair.

    ReplyDelete
  57. HenarMarch 05, 2011 3:52 AM

    Aww, this is beautiful!!
    I love it!! ♥
    xx

    Henar
    ..OH MY VOGUE!

    ReplyDelete

© cat eyes & skinny jeans | All rights reserved.
Blogger Templates by pipdig