It’s no secret that I absolutely adore Sezane and wish that my whole closet was made up of pieces from the brand but sadly thats not in the budget. With most pieces costing over $100, it makes sense to buy pieces that are staples and you will wear for years and years. Below are my 5 favorite pieces from Sezane that I would call Parisian staples.
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This spring I went on a nail odyssey! I tried out different nail shapes, colors, and styles. I visited different salons in San Mateo County to find the best nail salons in Silicon Valley and I learned about the San Mateo County Healthy Nail Salon Program. The Program was launched in 2013 due to health concerns for nail technicians and customers exposed to hazardous chemicals found in nail salon products. Salons that are part of this program use less toxic products, safer practices, and better ventilation. Currently there are 15 salons that are part of the program in San Mateo County with more across San Francisco, Santa Clara, and Alameda counties. Want to learn more about the San Mateo County Healthy Nail Salon Program? Visit smchealth.org/healthynails.
Continue reading “Best Nail Salons In Silicon Valley”Dupes for the Sezane Achilles Sweater
*** Disclaimer: These are Dupes for the Sezane Achilles Sweater. I put this at the top of every dupe post but if you are looking for replicas, fakes, 1:1 copies this is not the page for you! This is a list of the best dupes for the Sezane Achilles Sweater but do not try to be or directly replicate the Sezane Achilles Sweater. I do not promote those types of inauthentic goods and never will. What I do promote is everyone being able to afford the look they are going for without copying a brands protected IP. For more check out this post.
Continue reading “Dupes for the Sezane Achilles Sweater”The Best Luxury Sandal Dupes from Target for Spring/ Summer 2022
*** Disclaimer: These are the best luxury sandal dupes from Target for Spring/ Summer 2022. I put this at the top of every dupe post but if you are looking for replicas, fakes, 1:1 copies this is not the page for you! This is a list of the best luxury sandal dupes from Target for Spring/ Summer 2022.but do not try to be or directly replicate these shoes. I do not promote those types of inauthentic goods and never will. What I do promote is everyone being able to afford the look they are going for without copying a brands protected IP. For more check out this post.
Continue reading “The Best Luxury Sandal Dupes from Target for Spring/ Summer 2022”Gucci Rubber Mules Dupes
*** Disclaimer: These are Gucci rubber mule dupes. I put this at the top of every dupe post but if you are looking for replicas, fakes, 1:1 copies this is not the page for you! This is a list of the best dupes for the Gucci rubber mules (also called the Gucci rubber slide sandals) but do not try to be or directly replicate the Gucci rubber mules. I do not promote those types of inauthentic goods and never will. What I do promote is everyone being able to afford the look they are going for without copying a brands protected IP. For more check out this post.
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*** Disclaimer: I put this at the top of every dupe post but if you are looking for replicas, fakes, 1:1 copies this is not the page for you! This is a list of the best dupes for the Chanel ballerina (also know as the Chanel ballet flats) but do not try to be or directly replicate the Chanel ballerinas. I do not promote those types of inauthentic goods and never will. What I do promote is everyone being able to afford the look they are going for without copying a brands protected IP. For more check out this post.
Continue reading “Classic Chanel Ballerina Dupes”The Best Dupes for the Versace Medusa Heels (aka the Versace Bratz Heels)
*** Disclaimer: I put this at the top of every dupe post but if you are looking for replicas, fakes, 1:1 copies this is not the page for you! This is a list of the best dupes for the Versace Medusa heels (aka the Versace Bratz heels) but do not try to be or directly replicate the Versace Medusa heels. I do not promote those types of inauthentic goods and never will. What I do promote is everyone being able to afford the look they are going for without copying a brands protected IP. For more check out this post.
Continue reading “The Best Dupes for the Versace Medusa Heels (aka the Versace Bratz Heels)”What You Need To Know About Sezane’s Archive Sales
If you love that chic Parisian style, I am sure you have come upon the brand Sezane. Sezane is a French brand that makes beautiful, classic pieces and is a bit on the pricey side. Luckily for us fashionistas that like a deal Sezane has two archive sales a year- one in the winter and one in the summer. Read on to figure out what you need to know about Sezane’s archive sales.
What products go into the archive sales?
The archives sale are the items from the same season at least a year previous. So for example this winter 2022 archive sale (which it seems will be 2022 as Sezane announced they would start in January this year on their Instagram), will have items from fall/winter 2020 and older fall/winter collections. That means that any item that came out in fall/winter 2021 will NOT be in the winter 2022 archives sale. Also all the items that came out in fall/winter 2020 will not be in the archives sale, especially the popular items that sold out their
What is the discount?
The discount varies by how old the item is. Some of the more popular, newer items are barely discounted- sometimes only $10-$15. So for example if it is the winter 2022 archive sale the items with the least discount will be the sweater from 2020. The best discounts are on the older items- sometimes as much as 50% off. But for these items the stock is often very limited. (And the sizing on the older items is very different from the new sizing…which is a whole other issue!)
When do they start?
The start time of the archives vary every year so make sure to follow me on Instagram so you know when they are starting. Sezane has said that the winter archives for 2021 will actually start in January 2022. The summer archive sale normally starts in the end of June.
How do I access the archives sale?
The archive sale can be access from the App or the website. Both will shut down a couple hours before the sale and often do not work when the sale launches. Every year the Sezane app and website cannot handle all the people trying to shop so they routinely shut down. Be prepared to be frustrated. Also I try to access the sale on both the app and the website because I never know which is going to work!
So overall here is my advice…
Shop the sale but know that a lot of the hot pieces (which is likely what you want) will NOT end up in the sale. And even if they do those hot items will go quickly, probably before the sale even officially opens to people shopping the French version of the website. So if there is something you want on the website buy it now and save yourself the sleepless nights.
Want to read my tips and tricks for shopping the Sezane archive sale? Click here!
Amina Muaddi Begum Heel Dupes
*** Disclaimer: I put this at the top of every dupe post but if you are looking for replicas, fakes, 1:1 copies this is not the page for you! This is a list of the best Prada loafer dupes for fall but do not try to be or directly replicate the Prada loafers. I do not promote those types of inauthentic goods and never will. What I do promote is everyone being able to afford the look they are going for without copying a brands protected IP. For more check out this post.
If I could find a pair of Amina Muaddi Begum heels in my size I would buy them in a heartbeat… but sadly finding these shoes, especially this classic style, is way harder than it should be. What makes these heels so unique? First is the round sun-like buckle at the front of the shoe. Much like Manolo and their Hangisi pump, Amina Muaddi is known for this jeweled round buckle. The next unique feature of Begum heels is the unique heel shape. I love the funky shape but I also love that it makes them easier to walk in! And lastly people, especially influencers, really love the PVC version of the Begum. While not my personal favorite it is very on trend!
Normally I link the original as my first pick…but these are literally never in stock for longer than a couple minutes so lets get on with the dupes! And just for comparison the Begum heels cost $1,130.
1- The Sparkly Dupe
Steve Madden Vionnet
$119.95
This shoe has a very similar vibe to Begum heel. It has the sparkle and glamour that the Begum has for a way better price point. The difference between this shoe and the Amina Muaddi shoe is that the buckle is a hexagon and the heel does not have the flared bottom.
2- The PVC Dupe
Lulus Midnight Silver Holographic Pointed-Toe Heels
$44
These heels from Lulus are probably the best dupes for the Begum heels that I found, especially if you are into the PVC look. They have the flared heel and the round sun-like buckle. They do not have the slingback strap but Amina Muaddi actually makes heels like this in the Begum style without the slingback strap.
3- The Bright Dupe
ASOS DESIGN Sherlock Mid Heeled Mules in Orange
$40
The color and style of these shoes are spot on for Amina Muaddi. Yes they do not have the round sun-like buckle but they have the perfect shape, including the flared heel.
Want to see more designer shoe dupe posts? Check out my Prada loafers post, my Gucci boots post, and my Bottega Veneta lug boots post!
The Best Prada Loafer Dupes for Fall
*** Disclaimer: I put this at the top of every dupe post but if you are looking for replicas, fakes, 1:1 copies this is not the page for you! This is a list of the best Prada loafer dupes for fall but do not try to be or directly replicate the Prada loafers. I do not promote those types of inauthentic goods and never will. What I do promote is everyone being able to afford the look they are going for without copying a brands protected IP. For more check out this post.
What makes the Prada loafer so hot this fall? It’s the chunky vibes that they gives off! Other brands have been producing loafers for years- think of the Gucci Princetown or Brixton loafers that have been around for ages or Chanel, who always steadily has at least one loafer out and about floating around. Prada’s loafers are unique in the facts that the chunky sole gives the shoe more of a street wear vibe than an office vibe. The Prada loafers allow you to embrace a trendy without being out of style in one seasons time making them a great addition to a wardrobe!
1- The Original
Prada
$975
If you can swing it the original chunky loafer from Prada is great quality and not a bad price point when you realize that Chanel loafers are in the $1,400 range. These are the ones I have an I am glad I invested in them. I ended up getting a 40.5. My normal designer shoe size is a 41/41.5 so I definitely recommend sizing down.
2- Similar But More Detail
ASOS DESIGN Macro metal detail loafers in black
$43
These dupes definitely have the right sole which conveys the sleek but chunky look. They also have the raised stitching detail which align nicely with the originals. What makes these different is they a wider metal detail on the upper part of the shoe.
3- The Mock Croc Dupe
River Island Branded Chunky Croc Loafer Shoe in Black
$70
Similar style with the chunky sole and triangle shaped details but this shoe is a mock croc and the band goes around the entire front of the shoe. The plaque is also a gold tone which differentiates it from the Prada original.
4- The Sleek Dupe
Sam Edelman Christy Loafer
$150
This loafer is a little sleeker and a little less chunky than the Prada original. But its great for someone who wants to try the chunky loafer trend but not go overboard on the chunky.
5- Similar But Less Detail
Steve Madden Kallen Black Leather
$89.98
These loafers are very similar in design to the Prada but do not have any metal detailing on them which makes them a little more understated. They also come in a pretty suede sand color.
Want to find more great designer dupes?
- Check out my post on Gucci Boot Dupes Here!
- Check out my post on BV Lug Boot Dupes Here!
- Check out my post on Hermes Oran Dupes Here!