Isabel Marant

I saw this pair of Isabel Marant boots - The Basley perforated suede wedge ankle boot - on Goop.com and fell in love. But $600 shoes so do not fit my budget. Can you work your magic and help? —Diane

Isabel Marant The Basley perforated suede wedge ankle boots

It's moments like these when I kinda wish I could drop $600 on a pair of shoes because The Basley is seriously awesome - it looks uber comfy and cool, and I know I'd get a lot of wear out of it. But I'm right with you, Diane, a $600 shoe purchase would be irresponsible for me, so let's look at some budget alternatives, shall we?

These boots at Target have a similar vibe - low heels, slouchy taupe suede, perforated detailing. They don't have the same "Ugg" gene as the Basley (which you could argue is a good thing) but it's the closest thing I've seen so far. At $34.99, the "Paka" is a sound buy:

Women's Mossimo® Paka Perforated Ankle Boot - Taupe

There's also the Mossimo "Katelyn" available in tan, brown or black for $34.99 - the low heel and perforated detailing makes these a great wear-with-everything summer boot:

Women's Mossimo Supply Co. Katelyn Woven Top Ankle Boot - Taupe

Have a suggestion for Diane? Let her know in the comments!

Shown above: Celebs love the Isabel Marant Basley boot, including (from left) Sarah Jessica Parker, Jennifer Garner and Cameron Diaz.

Alessandra Ambrosio shows us the perfect way to wear printed shorts for summer by pairing her Aztec-print Isabel Marant "Coopers" with a chambray shirt, flat sandals and bangles.

Get the celebrity look for less:

2. Joe Fresh for JCP print shorts $19
5. JustFab "Metropolis" bag $39.95

UPDATE 5/1/13: Alessandra is wearing Bella Dahl's Split Back Button Down shirt.

Playing with proportions, Miranda Kerr expertly pairs a boxy coat with leather shorts and Isabel Marant studded high heel ankle boots for the perfect model-off-duty look. Thanks to reader Mandi for the request!

Get the look for less:

5. Zara Studded High Heel Boots $189

Isabel Marant's hi-top sneakers are loved the world over by fashionistas and celebs for their sporty good looks, but more importantly, for that hidden wedge that gives legs just a little lift. Variations include the Bekett, Bird, Bazil and Willow, presumably named after designer-pal Stella McCartney's children (via). Each pair sells for about $625-755.

Athletic Shoes

Supermodels love their Isabel Marant sneakers, including model-turned-actress Rosie Huntington-Whitely, and VS Angels Alessandra Ambrosio and Miranda Kerr.



Ready to join the glamazon crew with your own pair of hi-top sneaks? Here's option one, from Wanted, $69.99 in black or brown at endess.com.

Wanted Shoes Women's Mercer Ankle Boot

Option 2: Zigi Soho wedge sneakers in brown, white or black for $69.99 at dsw.com.

Zigi Soho Outfit Wedge Sneaker

And I saved the best for last: Option 3 is Target's Xhilaration "Selma" wedge sneaker, the perfect knockoff because it comes in multi, silver metallic or solid black for just $29.99 each!

Women's Xhilaration® Selma Sneaker

UPDATE: 3/19/13
Forever 21 has a unique floral wedge sneaker for $37.80...

FOREVER 21 Floral Wedge Sneakers

...and Charlotte Russe has dozens of wedge sneakers now, in unique colors like coral or turquoise, for around $40:

Mixed Media Lace-Up Wedge Sneaker

Who's going for it?!

Isabel Marant's leopard ankle boots are $770 at Barneys New York. Stunning, yes, but those on a budget can achieve a similar look for $620 less. Can you tell which is which? Click either image below to find out!