Shopping for Shoes that Sparkle

Affordable Alternatives to Pricey Glitter Shoes

Yissel Cabrera
We can't help but to fall in love with some of the season's most coveted shoes. Beautiful store displays are purposely designed to lure us in with their pretty Lucite pedestals and glass enclosed cases. Displayed like works of art, the price tags these shoes don are almost as much as a piece of art. For those fortunate few that can afford the expense of lavish footwear, note these new styles to add to your collection. For those who can't, there's no need to sacrifice style. There are plenty of low price alternatives to achieve a similar look without breaking your bank.

Glitter shoes are shining all over the runways and on to the streets. Whether these are worn for a special occasion or just add dazzle to a pair of skinny jeans, prepare to steal the spotlight with these sparkling shoes of the season.

Bergdorf Goodman features Jimmy Choo's slingback glitter sandal. You'll sparkle with its gold glitter fabric paired with a shiny gold leather trim. Its sexy open toe style compliments its design featuring a 4 inch stiletto heel and a half inch covered platform. Currently priced at $595. If you can get your hands on Christian Louboutin's Glitter Peep-Toe Slingbacks (these beauties are sold out almost everywhere) you're feet will be lucky to indulge in these sparkling slingback heels. They feature a 4 ¾ inch leather heel and a 1 inch hidden platform, not to mention its signature red leather sole and retails for $795. Stuart Weitzman's Grace Glitter platform proves that all the glitter is gold. The peep toe slingback is designed with a glittery upper and adjustable back strap. The sky high heels are constructed measuring 4.75 inches and an additional 1.5 inch platform. The shoe currently retails at $355.

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For an affordable alternative, shop Steve Madden. Their Snobbie slingback shoe has a glitter upper design and feature a slightly higher 5 ½ inch heel and 1.25 inch hidden platform for added value. Available in three shades of glitter and generously priced at $109.95.

Published by Yissel Cabrera

Fashionable socialite by day, literary mastermind by night. Just your modern day superwoman masked behind black thick rimmed Chanel glasses and fueled by one too many cups of coffee.  View profile

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