Which shoe is for you? Valentino Garavani or the low cost Studded Gladiator Cage Pump.

Expensive Italian leather sandal compared to an inexpensive sandal of a similar style made with manmade materials. 

The match up is Valentino Garavani compared to an inexpensive pair of similar sandals.

Are the VG sandals worth the super high price tag?

Pair One
Pair Two


PAIR ONE: Liliana - Metallic Gladiator Studded Pump DA81

Material: Leatherette (man-made), Synthetic non-skid sole
Price: $31.00 with Free Shipping from Amazon (Amazon Affiliate Link pays a small commission on sales)

PAIR TWO: Valentino Garavani - Metallic Rockstud Leather Caged Pump

Material: Leather lining and sole.
Made in Italy.
Price: $1,075.00 with Free Shipping and Return from Bergdorf Goodman

Are the Valentino Garavani sandals worth the extra price? Yes and no. Everything about the VG shoe says Quality.  Note the shoe did runs small so if ordering online, size up.     With that said, the inexpensive pair is a great looking shoe and may the better option for your budget.