Next Best Is Better: Wedge Loafer Pumps

Apparently, fashion designers were inspired by librarians, because this fall, wedge penny loafers are the shoe to have. Most librarians we know, however, don't have the budget for $500+ designer shoes, though, so what gives?

To show you what a little careful searching can yield you, we've rounded up six super cute pairs of wedge loafers ranging from $510 (how many months of late fees is THAT?) to just $55 (doable on even a librarian's salary!). Which is which? Check 'em out after the jump!

1. Stella McCartney 90MM Eco Patent Loafer Wedges ($510)

2. Sam Edelman Wesley Tassle Wedge Shoes ($249.97)

3. Lucky Brand "June" Penny Loafer Wedges ($119)

4. Bakers Stroll Wedge Penny Loafers ($62)

5. Dorothy Perkins Tan Loafer Wedge Shoes ($58.22 on sale)

6. Michael Antonio Adeline Wedge Loafer Pumps ($55)

In our label-crazy-but-budget-conscious world, it's all about the fakeouts. Got your eye on a fabulous designer leather purse, but your budget is more pleather than leather? Need a luxurious set of towels for your guest bathroom to impress your mother in law, but can't find a deal? Send us a request, and we might do the shopping work for you in a future Next Best Is Better feature!