Thursday, August 29, 2013

Splurge or Save: Statement Coat


















                             RED Valentino                                                           Ann Taylor



Hi everybody!

Ever get that bitter feeling when you see the clothing item of your dreams, but it's way over your budget. It's happened to me countless amount of times. But have you ever got that sweet feeling when you find an exact replica and it's so much cheaper. It's a sense of victory; defeating the haunting price and prevailing with a stylish and reasonable clone. I have had my eyes on this statement coat for a while now, waiting for the steep price to drop. But, after a while I started to lose hope, not knowing whether to just bite the bullet and pay up or to give up on my desires to purchase this beauty. But, when I saw Ann Taylor's most recent collection I was in awe that Ann Taylor has the exact same coat. The print, the length, the 3/4 sleeves; all exactly alike to the coveted RED Valentino coat. I was shocked and excited all at once, finally being able to buy the coat I was after for a while, and actually surprised at how much better it looks with a reduced price. ;)

Thank you so much for reading!

Stay beautiful,

Sofia


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27 comments:

  1. LisaAugust 30, 2013 at 12:04 AM

    The Ann Taylor looks nicer to me :)

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  2. AnonymousAugust 30, 2013 at 12:57 AM

    Love that coat!

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  3. UnknownAugust 30, 2013 at 1:52 AM

    cool coat

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  4. Jackie HarrisonAugust 30, 2013 at 3:15 AM

    I will splurge on this one. Great post sweetie.
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  5. TaminaAugust 30, 2013 at 4:07 AM

    I know that feeling as well ... I hate falling in love with an item that is waaaaay over my budget. but you're right, luckily there are similar but more favorable ones as well :-)

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  6. the chilicoolAugust 30, 2013 at 5:28 AM

    think the ann taylor's one is a perfect alternative ! beautiful coat



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  7. Selvaggia CapizziAugust 30, 2013 at 5:39 AM

    Yep, they really lok alike, amazing! I like the ann taylor alternative!
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  8. honestly, b.August 30, 2013 at 6:17 AM

    Wow— it is so similar! What a great find!

    xo honestly, b.

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  9. Rea AlducenteAugust 30, 2013 at 9:08 AM

    Whoa, great find Sofia! I'm glad you've bought it.

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  10. IsabellaAugust 30, 2013 at 9:39 AM

    Great find. thanks for sharing. It's incredible how much alike they are. 'What a steal' (literally and figuratively). LOL
    Though the materials are the same... I'm sure the prices aren't.

    Thanks again,
    Isabella

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  11. UnknownAugust 30, 2013 at 10:05 AM

    I would save. I actually like it better than the splurge.

    Agi:)

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  12. Sherry Lou StudioAugust 30, 2013 at 2:49 PM

    wow! The print is totally the same. I really like the shape of the Valentino one, but I would get the Ann Taylor one because of the awesome bargain! I'm a sucker for great deals!

    love,
    Sherry

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  13. Cassandra TooAugust 31, 2013 at 9:05 AM

    I know how you feel! The joy of finding a cheaper alternative, woots!

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  14. LOLA C.August 31, 2013 at 5:18 PM

    Wowwwwww amazing! Me ha encantado esta comparativa.

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  15. AnonymousAugust 31, 2013 at 10:01 PM

    I can't believe how close they are!! The fabric looks identical. Yay, for you for finding such a great option.
    xoAmy
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  16. AnonymousSeptember 1, 2013 at 12:08 AM

    Interesting! :)

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  17. SassiSeptember 1, 2013 at 2:00 AM

    what a perfect coat!
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  18. UnknownSeptember 1, 2013 at 4:54 AM

    Congratultions on the purchase. I like your sense of style. Wish to follow each other? Let me know.

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  19. tr3ndygirl influencer e fashion bloggerSeptember 1, 2013 at 6:48 AM

    so pretty this coat!!!
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  20. fashionseducerSeptember 1, 2013 at 8:53 AM

    wow nice!!!!!!!!

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  21. UnknownSeptember 1, 2013 at 7:32 PM

    I know exactly what you mean! I just found leopard flats from Steve Madden that look IDENTICAL to a a pair at J.Crew but at a fraction of the cost, victory!

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  22. UnknownSeptember 1, 2013 at 7:53 PM

    It is always hard to know weather to go for the real designer make or the copy one. I have finally stopped buying the copy's though, it just seems wrong to me in some ways? I do love a good buy at Zara thought! Great blog :)

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  23. RebeccaSeptember 2, 2013 at 7:50 AM

    The save version is just as chic....thanks for sharing Sofia! Join me, Elena & Ani for our wedding party look linkup....now live at my blog!

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  24. Orange You ClassySeptember 2, 2013 at 8:19 AM

    i actually like the ann taylor jacket better, just a great find!

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  25. AnonymousSeptember 2, 2013 at 9:44 AM

    Very nice! :)
    would you like follow each other?

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  26. ChristineSeptember 3, 2013 at 10:14 PM

    I was on the website today and saw that coat too - it's so beautiful! I can't wait to see you style it :)

    xx,
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  27. KacratesSeptember 4, 2013 at 11:24 AM

    I know the feeling, so many burberry coats I had to get the splurge version of or recreate it. although the next burberry utility coat i have my eye on, i am actually going to purchase it.

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