Cheap or Chic Challenge: Patent Ankle Strap Wedges

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One of the things that strikes me when the high street bring out their own versions of designer looks is that they're quite often nicer than the originals. Obviously there are quality issues to consider, but on a purely aesthetical basis the cheaper brands often do well to tone down harsh looks so they're more wearable. With that in mind, from now on Friday at Shoewawa will include a new column, the Cheap or Chic Challenge. Two similar shoes will be posted - one designer and one high street - and you'll have to vote on which one you like the most. Obviously some weeks you'll spot the designer style straight away, but try not to let that sway your vote. Take a look at these two wedges for starters. The boat-like style is quite a difficult look, but which take is better? The subtle ones on the left or the bold ones on the right?

If you don't already know which is which, we'll reveal the designers and shops the following week, just like Yay or Nay.

Cheap or Chic Challenge: Patent Ankle Strap Wedges - Comments

  • Divina

    Hi, did I miss something? There is a new challenge, but no answer on this one as of yet. My two cents btw: I am certain the cheap ones are the ones on the right. If they are not...well, woe on the designer that allowed such poor stitching. *shudder*

  • faye

    the ones on the right are much better looking. Maybe you are just not picturing the right outfit.

    Think:

    a nice outdoor luncheon with some girlfriends. Somewhere light and fresh in Manhattan. It's fall, the wind is blowing just enough for your hair to flow, but not enough to mess it up. You're in a nice flowy, but a little fitted grey/black dress that reaches just above the knees. Maybe an extremely subtle print that can only be seen a few feet away. No jacket. It's not cold enough. A nice necklace, substancial, but not overwhealming. You have your favorite tan clutch with all your essentials, and a small watch/bracelet. You put on these shoes(on the right) and strut to your meet, the wind whisping through your hair and feeling like a runway model as photographers and videographers attempt to catch you in slow motion. And when you finally get there. Your friends say," wow where ever did you buy those shoes. And you can talk for hours about your lives. No not "sex and the city" type stuff, but more romantic and invigorating. Just take a second and imagine that.



    Plus, the shose on the left would be to clunky with a dark brown heel.

  • Gemma

    I prefer the ones on the left (but think the designer are on the right).

  • Jean

    The one on the left gets my vote. The one on the right looks like 'Bikini Bottom' couture. The material and color of that wedge just wreaks too much Spongebob Squarepants.

  • Caileey

    The ones on the right hand side are way cuter, they look better quality 2!

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