Celebrity Shoes: Olivia Culpo wears Balenciaga red boots

Amid the break-up drama of Olivia Culpo and Danny Amendola of the New England Patriots, she arrived at the launch of Revolve x Marled in L.A. wearing the brand's bell sleeve denim dress, Chanel belt bag and Balenciaga pointy red boots. She looks current and fierce and we like it.

If you fancy her bright red boots, we found alternatives so you don't have to break a bank.

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1. Rag & Bone "Ellis" stripe boots, $595 at Saks Fifth Avenue
2. Stella McCartney stripe espdarille sandals, $465 $186 at matchesfashion.com
3. Balenciaga "Bazar" stripe flat espadrilles, $545 $218 a t matchesfashion.com
4. No. 21 knotted stripe mule, $590 at Net-A-Porter.com
5. Thom Browne stripe pumps, $807.39 $484.44 at farfetch.com
6. Giuseppe Zanotti star embellished cage sandals, $625 $312.50 at TheRealReal
7. Jimmy Choo "Romy" perforated stars pumps, $775 at farfetch.com
8. Paul Smith "Stella" metallic sandals, $450 $225

Celebrity Shoes: Dominique Cojuangco in Balenciaga Boots

Dominique Cojuangco is the only child of Filipina actress Gretchen Barretto and businessman Tonyboy Cojuangco. She's living the life everyone wants to have and she's not the one to shy away from posting her expensive things on Instagram.

Photo from Instagram user @dominiquecojuangco

 Aside from owning a bunch of Chanel and Prada bags, and Zuhair Murad dress, she recently posted her Balenciaga cutout buckled boots. She wore the boots with leather pants.

Balenciaga cutout boots, $1,275.

The Balenciaga boots are inspired by the classis Dr. Martens' punctuated with two-tone buckles and cutouts. It is made of authentic leather and chunky sole. Complement the tough look of the boots by wearing it with breezy dresses.

It is also available in other colors.

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Balenciaga winged woven sandal

WOW!

Balenciaga is one of those shoe brands that don't go for classic and conventional styles. I haven't seen any shoe from the brand that anyone can wear on a daily basis. Another example of how Balenciaga defies the norms is this particular winged sandal. It is one hell of a statement shoe. I mean, look at it! Doesn't it immediately remind you of the Jetsons?

This stunner has 120mm sculptured heel. Its upper is made of woven snakeskin on a silver sole. And you can buy it at Barneys for $2,950. Like it? Click on the link to get yourself a pair.

Balenciaga geometric sandals

Balenciaga geometric sandals, $900 at Farfetch.

How about something futuristic? Balenciaga offers this gray sandal with geometric black, white and blue panels. It has a slingback buckle, stiletto heel and slightly platform.

It reminds me of these two songs:

Balenciaga sandal with suede and elastic straps

Balenciaga sandal with elastic straps, $692 at Bluefly.

I find this Balenciaga sandal on the sporty side because of the color combination and the elastic straps. It has 5 1/2 inch heel and  1 inch platform. I am not complaining. I actually like it.

Wear it with these:

Blazers by Stella McCartney
Platforms by Balenciaga

Balenciaga Fall 2011 Shoe Collection

Surprisingly, Nicolas Ghesquiere's Fall 2011 collection for Balenciaga is old meets new. Structural, modern and moderately avant garde clothes are paired with baroque inspired shoes.

Balenciaga 'Caravella' arena wedge sandals

Well, these are unique.  I haven't seen any sandals with a high back. I haven't featured many Balenciagas often  but I each time, they never disappoint. This Balenciaga 'Caravella' arena sandal is made of leather with woven raffia covered wedge.

You can have these at My Theresa for $648.

Balenciaga two-tone wedge booties

Do you like these two tone wedge booties by Balenciaga?  I like them, too!  Aside from being a suckers for anything turquoise, I am also a suckers for two-tone things.  These wedge booties are just simple but the contrasting beige and black leather is what makes them special.  These are available at My Theresa for $968.41.

Balenciaga peep toe booties with detailed heels

Pretty interesting... like the one you often see on the runway.  It is fun to look at so maybe it is also fun to wear.  I am thinking Rihanna, Beyonce or Blake has the attitude to wear this funky footwear.  These peep toe booties by Balenciaga can be bought at My Theresa for $1,247.27.

Mirror Image: Balenciaga pony platform bootie vs. Jessica Simpson 'Minas 2' ankle boot

I have featured Balenciaga's bootie just last Sunday and I was lucky to have found its mirror image today--Jessica Simpson's ankle boot.  Akthough Miss Simpson's version is more like a leopard print, you can actually mistake it as the other pair of Balenciaga's from afar.  By price, Balenciaga costs $895 while Jessica Simpson's costs only $119 at Endless.

If you want to make a statement, which one would you choose?

Balenciaga pony platform bootie

I didn't know military inspired things are still in this season.  Honestly, camouflage shoes aren't my thing... even if it is made of pony hair and even if it is by Balenciaga.  This bootie costs $895 at Barney's and my mouse isn't going anywhere near the "checkout" button.  If you like it, though, you can click on the link.