I tried on the Christian Louboutin version of these shoes last week (gorgeous, and much nicer than they look in the picture), and spent a lot of time stroking them, which is probably why I experienced a strong sense of deja vu when I spotted Jessica Simpson’s ‘Ikina’ pumps at Zappos today.
The Jessica Simpson shoe is minus the wooden platform, opting for a covered patent one instead, and I don’t think the colour is nearly as nice as the designer shoe, but the Simpson versions are also available in purple, black and navy, too.
Finally, the price comparison. Well, as you’d expect, it’s a big ‘un: the Louboutins are currently on sale, but still come in at £360, while the Jessica Simpsons are just $87.95.
Who does she think she is, copying the Master?