Boots aren’t always known for being the most feminine of footwear.
Jeweled sandals, strappy pumps and sexy peep-toes seem to get all the fun…
But designers are out to prove that wrong, with details like flowers and ruffles showing up in Fall 2009 boots.  I’ve pulled together a few of my favorite picks, but there are lots more out there!  With everything from little hearts showing up on shoe laces to intricately pleated cuffs, there are lots of options for feminine fashionistas.

The green suede “French Maid” bootie (you could also argue that it’s a mule as well…) by Nanette Lepore features a …read more

Pantone has pulled together a lovely collection of colors for their Fall 2009 color forecast.
With colors going from the deep rich, cranberry red of “American Beauty” to the softer coral of “Burnt Sienna”, there are deep shades for everyone.  If you prefer your colors a little less intense, there’s the warm caramel of “Honey Yellow” and the soft, nude shade of “Crème Brùlèe”.
But can you find those colors in the real world?  Let’s go shoe shopping!
I’ve got to go for “American Beauty” to begin – if only because that shade of red is going to be perfect for brightening up …read more

Nordstrom is holding a special sale over the next couple of weeks.
Normally, sales seem to be on older stock – a good way to clear out the previous season’s accessories, right?
The anniversary sale is on Nordstrom’s fall collection too!
Which means you can get gorgeous, trendy goodies like this purple purse from B. Makowsky – on sale:

How about a lush new bracelet, like the “Botanist” bracelet from Mars & Valentine?

It’s still hot and sunny, but why not save some $$$ on fall staples like a wool & cashmere wrap?  You might as well get something gorgeous like Nordstrom’s own “Persian Plaid” …read more

Fall 2009 promises to takes us into the jungle with exotic animal prints showing up all over the season’s hottest shoes and boots.
Influences from big snakes and even bigger cats are being reproduced using pony or embossed onto “domestic” leathers.  Although it sounds like Manolo Blahnik is using real snakeskin for his flat boots that I’ve included here…
Just remember, when it comes to animal prints – a little bit will do, you don’t need to match everything!

Pony leopard print hidden platform ankle bootie from Fendi.

Stretch suede panther print boot from Donald J. Pliner.

Flat snakeskin boot from Manolo Blahnik (this boot …read more

When I think about fall accessories, I think about deep colors, rich textures and of course, the inevitable need for warmer footwear
Boots are a great way to transition into fall style, and this year the designers have come up with some gorgeous ones.
Over-the-knee boots are a big trend, with lots of different options available.  Just remember, keep the rest of your outfit understated and elegant – you don’t want to go overboard with this one!

These OTK boots are from Christian Louboutin and feature a button-up detail.
Suede boots are such a great look for fall – and these scrunch …read more