The Stuart Weitzman 5050 boots (both over the knee boots & knee high boots alike) has been a long-lasting shoe trend phenomenon. Remarkable sales worldwide? Check! Enormous celebrity/fashion blogger following? Check! It's safe to say that this is one of the most coveted Fall/Winter boots! But this particular tall boot doesn't come cheap, though. Luckily, ShoeTease is here to help you find Stuart Weitzman boot look alike styles as well as the real 5050 boots on sale!
Thankfully, a few designers have come up with several gorgeous copycat alternatives. One of the best “5050” look alike boot is definitely Franco Sarto's “Motor”. With a slightly more intricate elastic back, this similar design gives you a fantastic look for less boot with a similar round toe, outsole & all around high-end look. It's amazing that you can get your hands on a pair of over-the-knee “Motors” for from $79-$129.90. That's a HUGE decrease from the price of the original designer version! Especially since this knock-off is made out of leather & particularly good looking. I've featured the black version of the boots here, because it's the most timeless & popular color. But fret not, there are many other hues to be had in both the 5050 boot original & more its affordable counterpart.
The Sarto version with its interior zipper, would allow for an easier fit for those with a wider calf. The 5050 from Weitzman is known for it's slender fit. I know this because I own a pair & happen to have a slim foot & calf myself! However, now you can custom order them to the approximate size of your calves. Below is the comparison between the two boot designs.
Stuart Weitzman 50/50 vs. Franco Sarto Motor
Stuart Weitzman 5050 OTD Boot
- Upper: leather & elastic panel back
- Simple slip-on with no zipper
- Insole: leather
- Outsole: rubber with light tread
- Heel: 3/4 inch
- Price: $474-$1093 (a huge price increase since last year BTW!) depending on color/material
These are the original 505o boots on sale & full price available now:
Franco Sarto Motor Tall Boot
- Upper: Leather & stretch panel back
- Inside zipper for easier entry
- Insole: with cushioning
- Traction outsole
- Heel: 1 inch
- Price: $128-248 depending on style, height & color
xo Cristina
Cristina is the chief editor, fashion & shoe expert here at ShoeTease. As a seasoned stylist and women's fashion & shoe designer, she boasts over 20 years of experience in the fashion industry. She loves crafting effortless outfits for ladies both online and off and believes that styling advice should be accessible to everyone. Whether you're a styling pro or just starting out, Cristina's here to guide you on your fashion journey! Learn more.
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Shoes Donegal
Thursday 15th of October 2015
The Stuart Weitzman collection are expensive but you get what you pay for. They are simply quality!
ShoeTease
Thursday 15th of October 2015
True. I can't attest to the copycat version,s but my black leather Stuart Weitzman 5050 boots have been going strong for 3 Fall/Winter seasons. Great boot and considering the quality, not as high in price as many other designer OTK boots out there!
Tatyana
Friday 16th of January 2015
I'm absolutely obsessed with SW shoes at the moment. Not sure when I'll own a pair right enough, but Franco Sarto is a good start! ;)
Tatyana x Secret little Stars www.secretlittlestars.com
ShoeTease
Monday 19th of January 2015
Me too! They look so great with everything & never seem to go out of style either :) Franco Sarto makes a great copy!
xo Cristina