I’m not sure how I feel about these. Of course, I love the innovative design combined with whimsy and the characteristic Christian Louboutin sexiness, HOWEVER, I don’t want to wear shoes that make it seem like my, ehem, wide 9.5 feet (and cankles!) are being measured! What woman wants any sort of measuring tape on her person?

If you’re a glutton for being measured up, you may pre-order these Police shoes on the Christian Louboutin website.

The Spring/Summer 2011 Louboutin lookbook by Khuong Nguyen shows the shoes, not on feet, but strapped to rockets, carried by umbrellas and pulled by balloon animals. It has a Murakami/Alice in Wonderland feel – literally and figuratively putting Christian Louboutins in another dimension. Somehow, our Jeffrey Campbells don’t seem as exciting. Hmmm.  

[via Trendland]

We love these Becca Moon boots! Distressed grey suede, a stacked wooden heel and snappy button detail make this the boot we’ll wear deep into spring.

Available at OAK, $576.

Remember when your mom used to tell you not to run with scissors? Well, if she saw you wearing these booties from Gasoline Glamour, she would tell you not to run at all. Spiky to the tenth degree and really only appropriate for the stage, these booties are six inches with a two-inch platform and only available via custom order.

Gasoline Glamour Studded Booties, price available upon request

The bad accident between high-end shoe designers and sneakers continues. Christian Louboutin’s Louis sneakers for men feature leopard fur (is it real?), and studs, studs, studs!

The mind reels and the pocketbook shudders. Who would wear something so utterly tacky, even ironically? Christian Louboutin should stick to making shoes like the Maralena, recently voted the world’s sexiest shoe. As for the Louis, let’s just call this the world’s most Kanye West shoe.

[via High Snobiety]

Are these for real? And at over 4K, who can afford them (and have the confidence to wear them) except for Daphne Guinness or Lady Gaga? They’re so beautiful, I’m about to spontaneously combust. According to Net-a-porter, they’re a “combination of decoration and direction.” Yeah, direct to the poorhouse, unless you think of them as an “investment.” Yes, let’s do that. After all, the stock market’s shot–all we have left is gold and McQueen.

Alexander McQueen Floral-Engraved Leather Boots, $4195 at Net-a-Porter.com

Maison Martin Margiela has answered our prayers (and killed our dreams of a healthy savings account) by opening up its very first e-commerce site (or e-boutique, as they call it) in a private online preview. Never fear, the public can access the site starting October 1st.

Check out what awakened sartorial yearnings we haven’t felt, well, since last week:

Lambskin Beige Scarf

Leather and Brass Bracelet

Leather Ankle Boot

Straight Cardigan with Oversized Cowl Neck

Belted Short Jacket with Detachable Satin Collar

The Fall 2010 shoe collection collab between Guiseppe Zanotti and Christopher Kane resulted in shoes not for the faint of heart. Spiky heels, fierce lace-up cut-outs and a variety of booties, whether with lacing up the ankles or an open toe–will satisfy the inner dominatrix in any girl.

Tall Lace Booties

Laced Booties

Laced Peep-toe Booties

Available at Shopbop.com.

I wish fall would hurry it up and get here already! I’m dying to wear slouchy cropped pants with boots, leggings with boots, pretty much anything with boots. I know there are those brave fashionista souls who soldier on during the summer in boots paired with cute skirts and dresses. However, my feet refuse to be stuck in the sweaty, closed-in jail that anything other than open-toe sandals seem.

These Amarante boots from UK based retailer  All Saints (marked down to a reasonable $125) capture the military influence perfectly–sturdy heels, lace-up detailing and a burnished, distressed leather. I can see them with a floral dress and a fleece motorcycle jacket or a high-waisted mini-skirt and over-the-knee socks.

These boots are meant to be versatile and carry you through fall and winter–fashionably–without looking like you’re trying too hard.

Joss Stone, one of our favorite free-spirited songstresses, has teamed up with Nine West to create a limited-edition collection for their Vintage America Collection. Predictably bohemian, outdoorsy and feminine, the two models feature either taupe or black suede, faux shearling trim and braid (on the over-the-knee boot) or studs (on the bootie).

Osojoss Bootie

Stone Boot

Available in-store and online 9/21.

Fall is just around the corner, and when the leaves fall, the fashion changes from summer flirty to fall chic. No need to overhaul your closet, though. From over-the-knee boots to velvet leggings and updated cargos, adding a few key pieces to your fall wardrobe is all you need to punch it up!

TREND: VELVET

Velvet comes around every so often, but nothing looks fresher than touches of velvet on jackets or updated velvet leggings peeking out from under a tunic and boots.

MARC by Marc Jacobs Fitted Oxford Jacket

This fitted oxford jacket from MARC by Marc Jacobs has velvet accents at the collar, waist and wrists–upping the sophistication level sky-high! Available at Neiman Marcus.

Velvet leggings present a new take on the tight pants that have dominated the pants market for the past few years. Wear with over-the-knee boots, a longer tunic and motorcycle-inspired jacket.

Bop Basics Velvet Leggings

These Bop Basic velvet leggings have a rich sheen and long length, perfect for fall! Available at Shopbop.com.

TREND: OVER THE KNEE BOOTS

When over the knee boots exploded on the the fashion scene last fall, some women worried that the look would be a little too “Maid Marian at the Renaissance Fair.” Luckily, their surprising versatility has spurred their comeback this fall! The key is to keep the rest of the outfit low-key and to keep the heels on the lower side, otherwise professional women will look like a different kind of “professional” if you know what we mean.

Steve Madden Overrpas Over the Knee Boot

The sleek suede and low heel of the Steve Madden Overrpass boot is perfect for pairing with dark skinny jeans and an oversized patchwork sweater. Available at Nordstrom.

Modern Vintage Carina Over the Knee Buckle Boot

These Modern Vintage Carina boots come with edgy buckle detailing and mid-heel height. Available at Singer22.com.

TREND: SKINNY CARGO PANTS

Cargo pants are no longer the bastion of comfort-loving soccer moms. Updated with a skinny silhouette and hardware details, fall’s cargo pants pair perfectly with gladiators or tucked into ankle boots. Military inspiration never looked so fashionable!

J BRAND Houlihan Zip Cargo Pants

These J BRAND Houlihan zip cargo pants have achieved cult-like status due to a flattering ankle length, zipper detailing and the perfect amount of stretch. Available at Revolveclothing.com.