Hate the handbags....LOVE the SHOES

Louis Vuitton's Fall 2009 footwear collection is rocking my world! Facades of Asian printed silk, shiny patent and lace overlay play along with bejeweled (studded with big round pearls) sculpted heels and big platforms. The influence for the studded heel could very well be body piercings..specifically the tongue. (eww..ok, I am old)

I have NEVER been a LV fan...not in the least....and I especially abhor the handbags....as in I think they are positively uninspiring and pretty much hideous. And who wants a designers name embossed all over their clothes, shoes and handbags. Wow....doesn't speak too well for ones individuality. BUT....the shoes? These shoes? Swoonworthy in my eyes!!

Yves Saint Laurent.....Fall 2009

The 'double platform' has risen (pun intended) in popularity and is prominent for Fall 2009. I prefer the more feminine, classic style of the patent gold and red shoe over the strappy mottled shoe. But all three are just cool.

Valentino....Fall 2009

Lots of shiny fabrics (satin, velvet) in footwear this coming fall season. Rich jewel tones and classic neutrals. These are perfectly feminine and versatile. Valentino for Fall 2009

Giambattista.....jewel-hued boots

Pretty boots by Giambattista (who I just adore). A classic boot redefined in richly colored satin-like fabric. The pair on the left are embossed leather in a deep cognac.

Chanel always manages to keep it all very elegant

Sculptural footwear by Chanel with unusually sculpted and detailed heels. The pale hued sandals on the left have metal rings in the center of heel. Photo may be too small to see this defining detail.