I've found an affordable £36 version of Sofia Richie's £920 rhinestone Alaia ballet flats
02.05.2024 - 01:19
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The quiet luxury trend is still in full swing, and no one champions it better than Sofia Richie, who is renowned for her classic, chic ensembles that perfectly encapsulate the style. In a recent TikTok video, Sofia gave fans a look at one of her favourite spring outfits, which included a lilac lightweight knit jumper, wide-leg black trousers, and an oversized iconic Chanel bag.
But it was her shoes that really grabbed my attention, with the model sporting a pair of Alaia's Strass Lambskin Ballet Flats, which sell for a whopping £920 here. I could already picture numerous outfits that these ballet pumps would complement, but with a budget that certainly didn't stretch to nearly £1k for a pair of shoes, I set out on a mission to find a more affordable alternative.
Luckily, it wasn't long before I stumbled upon Stradivarius' Ballet Flats With Rhinestone Ankle Strap, priced at £35.99 here. Just like Sofia's designer pair, the Stradivarius ballet flats are available in both black or white and are adorned with crystal embellishments that make them truly pop.
They also feature a rounded toe, with a buckle strap over the arch of your foot all key features of the high-end flats, reports the Mirror.
However, the rhinestones on the Stradivarius pair are slightly smaller and more spread out, and there are no embellishments on the strap which is a simple faux leather design with a silver buckle on it. It's also worth noting that the pair from Stradivarius are made from faux leather, whilst the Alaia ones are real lambskin which generally means they'll be slightly more supple and harder wearing.
That wasn't enough to deter me, though, with the overall effect being much the same as Sofia's statement-making pair. If you do want a pair
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