Rebecca Minkoff's Fall Footwear

At this point, if you don’t know who Rebecca Minkoff is, chances are the rock you’ve been hiding under is severely out of date. If, however, you have not been tucked beneath a primordial fossil, then you already know how swoon-inducing this independent accessories designer’s handbag collection truly is. But seriously, how many handbags can a girl buy in one season before a 12-step program is required? Slightly more excusable is an overdose on shoes, as everyone knows it takes more than one pair to revamp each season’s basics. 

Rebecca Minkoff’s pre-curated selection of shoes hits the mark for every to-die-for staple, and they're just as swoon-worthy as her bags. From suede loafers and metal-heeled black pumps, to low-heeled booties and gray cutout ankle boots, you’ll find every essential shoe you've ever needed, and then some. The best part: You can amass your shoe artillery in one place and skip the hunt – which will save plenty of time for coming up with the perfect excuse to buy that second bag.

Text Tienlyn Jacobson
Image and Source Rebecca Minkoff

Ms. New Bootie

DKNY

As they reappear season after season, boots are perennial staples in our closets — most notably, fall's favorite footwear. The wedge ankle boot, a popular member of the boot family, is known for its simplicity and distinct silhouette. Designers are constantly drumming up ways to recreate the look of this footwear icon. So, it's no surprise that the beloved bootie graced the runway in fall 2011 collections with revamped style.

Check out ten of this season's fresh interpretations after the jump...

New Suede Boot: A Clarks & Beams Hybrid

Clarks has paired up with Japanese label Beams to produce this beautiful desert boot in orange. This limited edition men's shoe is part of Beams's 35th anniversary collection, and it's bright orange color reflects the Beams iconic AW11 collection.

These suede boots are perfect for fall, plus they make unique additions to any shoe collection. Purchase the hybrid men's shoe here.

Text Brandon Wood

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Prada Presents Fall Footwear

The cold season is upon us, but there is no need to retreat from bright and bold footwear. Prada has presented a wide selection of colorful and unique pieces in its Fall Winter 2011-2012 shoe collection. Coronate your best fall ensembles with the Italian fashion brand's sophisticated and style-conscious footwear designs.

The collection features heels, pumps, wedges, and the trompe l’oeil combo of high heel and knee-high socks. The boots were inspired by the school girl outfit and are designed to resemble a pair of heeled pumps with knee highs, which results in high boots with a two-toned combination that resembles shoes and socks. The daring knee-high boots decorated with python, leopard, and crocodile skin are the innovative creations of Miuccia Prada. A signature look of the collection are tri-color Python Patchwork Boots that blend feminine sophistication and sex appeal together.

The advertising campaign, shot by Steven Miesel, presents a refined collection of animal prints and color blocking in two-tone shoes with straps and button accessories.

Text Tiffany Frasier
Image courtesy of Prada

One More Pair To Add To Your Fall Collection: Flatforms

Sky high platforms and wedges are easy to find these days. In fact, it’s nearly a requirement for a true fashionista to incorporate at least 2 – 3 pairs into the revolving staples of her uniform. So what happens if the practicalities of your daily life simply don’t allow for you to ascend to new heights? Or what if you are over 5 ‘10” and simply don’t feel like tossing on an extra 5 to 6 inches to tower above, well, basically everyone?

For the girls that who love the look of the towering platforms but have a fear of heights, there is a compromise that has been around for a while now, but is still certainly worth a mention. The leg lengthening ‘flatform’ gives you a few extra inches while keeping your toes on an even playing field with your heel. Basically, you get to wear platforms without throwing off your center of balance. With just an inch or two of heel at the most, it’s sort of like faking high heels – and let’s be honest now, what girl wouldn’t want a day off from arched soles here or there, if she could still achieve the same look?

Text Tienlyn Jacobson
Source(s): Derek Lam, Telegraph Co

Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen Create The Softest TOMS Shoes Ever

For some Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen-sized pep in your step, order yourself a new pair of shoes for fall. We know what we're sporting on our feet after we toss away our summer sandals thanks to the Olsens's newest collaboration with TOMS shoes. Available now on TheRow.com, TOMS Shoes official website, Whole Food Markets and various department stores, are perfect TOMS for cooler weather on the midst.

The shoes, priced $125 to $195, come in plaids, black suede and pale suede. The collaboration offers up perfect woolen and cashmere blends to slip into--customers are already raving how soft and comfortable they are. These are not your average TOMS for they are lined with 100 percent lamb leather for a more breathable and durable bottom, latex arch for added support with a little extra sprinkle of chic just because the fashion mammoths behind The Row designed them.