We don’t need to tell you that Manolo Blahnik shoes are a girl’s best friend: Carrie Bradshaw did it countless times in Sex And The City. Hell, Mr. Big even proposed to her with one of the brand’s sapphire blue, buckled pumps.
The problem is, unlike Carrie, most modern women aren’t prepared to forgo dinner for a pair of really spenny shoes. So we do without. *Whips out tiny violin.*
If the struggle is real, you’ll be pleased to know that we have found some excellent lookalikes of Manolo’s Hangisi pumps on the high street. They’re crafted in the same point-toe shape and feature similar crystal embellished buckle across the top.
Manolo Blahnik shoes come in a whole rainbow of shades. Seriously – take your pick from rich royal blue to hawt, fuchsia pink.
Speaking of royal, the designer brand has officially had the Princess of Wales' royal-approval. The then-duchess wore Manolo Blahnik's Hangisi pumps to pose for an iconic portrait back in June.
The emerald-green court shoe is giving us all the festive feels, but you will need to have been VERY good this year to get these babies under the Christmas tree, as Kate's OG shoes ring in at a steep £945.
MANOLO BLAHNIK Hangisi 90 embellished satin pumps
MANOLO BLAHNIK Hangisi 90 embellished satin pumps
Frankly, though, it’s the dupes we’re finding irresistible RN. And thanks to so many of our fave brands participating in Black Friday Sales, Manolo Blahnik lookalikes are even easier to get your hands on. The best bargain? Check out this Karen Millen diamante pair in a similar verdant shade or look to Boden, Reiss, River Island and Mint Velvet for other iterations.
Karen Millen Diamante Satin Sling Back
Reiss Celeste sling back embellished heels
reiss.com Celeste sling back embellished heels
If colour just isn't your thang or you're after something a touch more wearable, opt for an all black lewk à la Sofia Ritchie.
Manolo Blahnik Hangisi 105 black silk-satin pumps
Manolo Blahnik Hangisi 105 black silk-satin pumps
We're all for treating ourselves, but even we have to admit: £945 for a pair of shoes is preeeetty pricey. If you're looking for a pair that you're not so afraid to wear out the house, Mango's amazing black bejewelled heels will do nicely.
Can you even spot difference? We can't. They’re a similar court style but an impressive £885 cheaper. Yep, we did the maths for you.
If you're as obsessed with these shoes as us, but lacking some styling inspo, check out how our fave celebs wear theirs.
Blake Lively chose to dress her bright-red Manolo's up with a feminine A-line dress. The festive-shade and gem-encrusted dress and shoe combo is a real Xmas vibe – we'll be taking notes for our Christmas Day looks for 2022.
Emily Ratajkowski , on the other hand, teamed hers with trusty straight-leg jeans and a staple white shirt, proving just how versatile these babies really are:
Our fave fashion-forward influencer Pernille Teisbaek also opted for a casual lewk when she wore her Manolo's with on-trend (and super comfy) stirrup leggings. We're always here for a bit of high-low styling.
If you're after a full designer look on a budget, we've also found incred lookalikes of Saint Laurent's mesh boots and Prada's Cleo bag – the perfect accessories for partywear szn.
