On the left, you may recognize the coveted Tory Burch Reva Ballerina Flat in Gold. Retail price: $195.00. On the right, we have the Payless ShoeSource Crest Ballet Flat in Gold. Retail price: $16.99. Now we know what you're thinking—How can you expect us to believe that a shoe from Payless could come even close to Tory Burch? To that we say, you'd be surprised. Sure, it's not buttery leather, but it won't empty out your wallet either. And besides, there are better things to spend your hard-earned cash on (rent, for example). So give it a try, you'll thank us later.

UPDATE 9/22/07: Tory Burch's Ballerina Flat Named "Knockoff of the Year" by Globeandmail.com

We're torn over the Abaeté for Payless Summer 2007 collection by designer Laura Poretzky. The 60s throwback ultra-mod styles are bold indeed, but are they wearable? And while vinyl has made a strong comeback this season, it can be very uncomfortable...think sweaty, slippery feet and unforgiving plastic straps...OUCH. So what's the verdict? Love it or hate it?


Clockwise from left: Gansevoort Tote, $24; Waverly Slide, $24; Tomkins Wedge in yellow, $25.

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