Category: ‘Trend Alert’

If you thought Alexander McQueen’s now-famous Fashion Week pumps were monstrous, get a load of these crazy, ultra-glam shoes from Louise Goldin for Topshop. We got a sneak peak of the upcoming collection, thanks to Mykromag, and although it’s clear you could seriously injure someone while wearing these, we still think they’re pretty darn cool. This fashion-forward designer knows that extreme footwear is it right now – just be careful when crossing your legs, ripped tights don’t go with these heels.

It may be difficult to find equally spikey shoes right now (we’ll see if Goldin’s line starts a movement come spring) but you can’t go wrong with some trendy studded styles. Dolce Vita’s Trinity pumps are chic (and the studs won’t break the skin) while Steve Madden’s glitzy gladiator heels will certainly jazz up any ensemble.

For some slightly less daring designs, be sure to check out our guides to the best in platform shoes and high heeled boots.

Hot on the heels of the pants vs. not-pants debate, I’m confronted with this item above. Honestly, I don’t even know what I’m looking at here. Is that some newfangled modern sculpture? Or an orange peel gone awry, as the Daily Mail so aptly put it? British architect and designer, Julian Hakes, claims that in fact, this is a shoe, and also the future in footwear. Supposedly, this “Mojito” design, which supports only the ball and heel of the foot, is actually great for your health (not sure why, but okay…) Although we always appreciate some fashionable ingenuity, we’re also in favor of shoes that protect at least some part of our feet.

Since extra foot exposure is the season’s most exciting shoe trend, we suggest you try some stylish cut outs. We’re obsessed with this dramatic bootie from L.A.M.B; if you’re looking for something a little tamer, go with this suede shoe by Boutique 9.

For more of the best in fall trends, check out our guides to pencil skirts, hosiery, and blazers.