Designer or Dupe?

When it comes to trends Maison Alaïa has been at the forefront and the girls are in frenzy. Specifically in the shoes category; Alaïa Ballet Flats have been all the rave and it is not slowly down anytime soon with Spring among us and Summer ahead. It has become so popular that the high street market has now tapped in and entered the chat with their own take on the original. The only question now is, is it worth investing in the original Alaïa ballet flats with a price tag of $710usd or are ballet flats a fad that will slowly die out and opting for a dupe at a cheaper price in the high street market makes more sense for our wardrobe and pockets? Here are a few designer options and dupes ranging at high vs. low price points.