To buy or not to buy?

Thanks to Cindy of True North Style she brought to my attention that the Isabel Marant booties I posted about yesterday actually have a copy by Steve Madden.The Blitzi Booties are an obvious copy of the style, however I am undecided if I like them as much as the real deal. I won't be able to afford the real deal however, and because it is such a trend piece I doubt it will be a good investment. Does anyone own the Steve Madden version?

What do you think?

Real - Isabel Marant

Not Real - Steve Madden Blitzi US $189.95

With people who own these, is the heel brown and the buckle part? Or is it due to the photography? It's so hard with these things when you are purchasing from overseas!

Oh these ones from Rosegold look pretty much as close as you can get:

They are US $285 though… hmmm what are your thoughts?

Can be found here