So while the rest of man-kind (save for Chris Brown and Scott Disick) opted out on the leopard print trend, a lot of women have embraced it.

Leopard may look bad on guys, but on girls, it has an entirely opposite effect. It can make a woman look fierce and fabulous. Put her in a pair of leopard print shoes and you instantly transform her into a vixen.

It is going to be hot for fall, but judging by the number of celebrities already seen greeting the trend as early as summer, we can safely assume that the leopard is officially IN:

Kourtney and Kim Kardashian, at the Comcast Entertainment Group Party, August 18

With this said, better start shopping for it if you haven’t done any yet.  Start with these 5 beautiful pairs:

High and Mighty

For days when all you need is a pair of statement shoes that will do the style talking for you

Giuseppe Zanotti Platform Wedge Booties, US$1,195

Bold Meets Classy

It can’t get any better than this. Don’t forget, Cool and Comfy too.

Beverly Feldman Ideally Flats, US$195

Fabulous Fashionista

For days when you need something MORE than the usual

Franco Sarto Deal Clogs, US$119

Sexy and Sensational

Simply, irresistibly, tempting….

Steve Madden Crissyyl, US$110

Mary Jane Magnificent

Who ever said T-Strap MJs are boring?

Dolce & Gabbana T-Strap Mary Janes, US$839

There you have it, the five (5) pairs you will need to look fabulous for fall. But wait! I have one more. I simply could not help myself. It was just too cute to ignore. This pair is for the baby fashionista:

Juicy Couture Kids Leopard Print Zip Up Booties, US$68

You can shop for all these shoes at Zappos.com.

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School season is coming up so I thought I might interest our younger audience (the young at heart is welcome to join!) in some great deals from ShoeMetro. When I say great deals, I mean under US$50 great that include fabulous flats and boots you can wear to keep yourself looking stylish while in campus.

Yup, those are the kind of great deals you will find at ShoeMetro. You could say it’s the online hub for shoes on major discount. With so many choices, I actually had a hard time selecting. Here’s what I came up with and let me know what you think:

Fabulous Flats for Fall

An eclectic mix of flats that will keep you cool, comfy, and effortlessly stylish

Left (from top down): Steve Madden Kappy Flats, US$32; Sam Edelmen Candela Flats, US$39; Jessica Simpson Ellye Flats, US$43; Anne Klein Sport Birdie Flats, US$34; Dolce Vita Nova Flats, US$45

Right (from top down): Nine West Misty Flats, US$28; Jessica Simpson Leve Flats, US$34; Enzo Angiolini Bora Bora Flats, US$35; Calvin Klein CK Teana Flats, US$29; Bandolino Theodisia Flats, US$32

Bootie-licious Boots

Reliable yet fashionable boots in classic browns and blacks you should not live without

Left (from top down): Born Genevieve Boots, US$40; Tommy Hilfiger Zaria, US$30; R2 by Report Cheyenne Boots, US$25

Right (from top down): Pelle Moda Reese Boots, US$49.99; Style & Co. Snappy Boots, US$37

Well, there you have it, great deals at just under US$50.  Of course, with such major discounts comes a catch – sizes are broken and stocks are low, so if you find something you like that’s in your size, grab it immediately. If you want more choices, simply visit ShoeMetro.com.

It’s the attack of the green wedges! They were seen descending upon the major cities of Tokyo and New York on the feet of Julia Roberts and Rihanna:

Julia Roberts at the Eat, Pray, Love press conference at the Ritz-Carlton Hotel in Tokyo, Japan on August 18, 2010

Rihanna out to dinner with her younger brother Rajad in New York City on August 19, 2010

What planet and stars have aligned that caused this sudden influx of emerald-hued wedges on a couple of our Hollywood celebrities?

Julia Roberts by the way, is wearing the Celine Pre-Fall 2010 Suede Wedges:

Rihanna’s is a little trickier to ID, but can anyone lead me to some sources based on these close-up pictures below? :

Now that I’ve looked at them for a bit, Rihanna’s shoes are actually more like pumps with a very wide heel. Does anyone know which designer makes heels like Rihanna’s?

If you think you can’t beat the green wedge invasion, then why not join then? Here are 6 green pumps with wedge heels like Julia Roberts’ and RiRi’s:

1. Jeffrey Campbell Ameake Wedges, $134.95
2. Kate Spade Buffy Wedge Pumps, $225.00
3. Chinese Laundry Incredible Wedges, $34.95 (50% off)
4. Vaneli Hansina Wedge Heels, $47.00 (50% off)
5. Restricted Penny Wedges, $41.29
6. Ben Sherman Wicked Wedges, $89.95 (was $134.95)

Credit: Kiyoshi Ota, INFDaily, Bauer Griffin, Style.com

Thandie Newton hardly ever comes out in celebrity gossip sites so these pictures of her shopping in London last Wednesday are a rare treat:

Thandie Newton visits a few boutiques in Notting Hill in London on August 18, 2010

She’s one of my favorite faces to see on screen so seeing her looking this good during her down time is such a thrill for me.

Thandie Newton accentuated her mostly grey shopping outfit with splashes of brown on her shoulder bag and her wedges. I love how she strapped her wedges over the hem of her jeans! :

Thandie Newton’s brown gladiator wedges

I tried ID’ing Thandie’s gladiator wedges but the closest I came to spotting them exactly were these Gladiator Platforms from French designer Barbara Bui:

Barbara Bui Gladiator Platforms from the Barbara Bui Spring 2008 RTW collection

They’re not wedges and the brown color on these is darker, but the braided straps, the cutouts and even the number of eyelets on the side of the vamp are the same and everything.

Could it be that Thandie Newton has a limited wedge version of the Barbara Bui Gladiator Platforms? Or could she be wearing (gasp! … well, no, not really) knockoffs?

Speaking of knockoffs, these Bounty Platform Sandals from Chinese Laundry are a close copy of Thandie Newton’s wedges, or more similarly, of the Barbara Bui Gladiator Platforms:

Chinese Laundry Bounty Platform Sandals in Brown

These are majorly discounted (now only $79.97 down from $129.00) but are only available in a size 10 at GothamCityOnline.com. The black color of these have more sizes (size 6 and size 9) and they are also on sale and priced between $76.96 to $79.97.

The best deal on these platform sandals though can be found at 6pm.com:

Yes, they’re in Camel and 6pm only has a size 7.5, but they have the most unbeatable price on these at just $47.80.

After all that, can anyone help ID Thandie Newton’s gladiator wedges?

Credit: Splash News, Mychaussures.com

What a pretty colorful picture these two ladies paint. Don’t you just love how picturesque the whole thing looks? Their predominantly yellow outfits look so beautiful against the green background.

Leighton Meester and Blake Lively, August 17

Of course, we all know this was taken while the two were shooting a scene for Gossip Girl, hence the completely dolled up looks and picture perfect setting. But still, it is a photograph worthy of anyone attention.

Next to their colorful outfits, what I noticed were  the colorless shoes. Trust the GG stylist to know that a busy and bright outfit such as Leighton’s calls for indistinct neutral footwear. The same goes for Blake’s yellow and navy ensemble.

Speaking of Leighton’s pumps, those remind me so much of the Michael Kors Cutout Pumps I featured last month (click here to read article). To refresh your memory, here’s a look at those shoes.

Michael Kors MK15031 Cutout Pumps, US$730

There is no information on who made Leighton’s pumps, but if you want something similar, just get the Michael Kors. If you feel that US$730 is just too much for a pair of pumps, get these instead:

Steve Madden Taliaa, US$110 (Zappos)

Calvin Klein Christine, US$82 (sale! @ Zappos)

If you don’t mind getting a pair of black or pink ones instead of nude, then go for these BCBG laser-cut pumps:

BCBGeneration Estrella, US$118 (Zappos)

As for Blake’s nude oxfords, try getting the look with these:

Boutique 9 Rizing, US$90 (Sale! @ Zappos)

Pour La Victoire Colbi, US$194 (Sale!@ Zappos)

Or get these beautiful oxford wedges from Volatile instead:

Volatile Outlaw, US$75 (Zappos)

How lucky can one woman get?

Sienna Miller was seen out on a double date with two of the hottest men in Hollywood last Sunday, namely Jude Law and Robert Downey Jr. Of course, Sienna Miller was really there with Jude Law and RDJ was there with his wife Susan, but still, Sienna Miller technically had dinner with both Jude Law and RDJ that night. As if that wasn’t enough to be envious about, Sienna Miller did all of this in a very enviable designer outfit:

August 15, 2010 – Sienna Miller and Jude Law on their way to their double date with Robert Downey Jr. and his wife Susan at J. Sheekey restaurant in London

Sienna Miller is wearing an Azzedine Alaia dress similar to the dress Katie Holmes wore to the “Knight and Day” premiere in Spain. I prefer Sienna’s black dress with the dropped waist and the shorter flouncy skirt as it’s much more flattering than Katie Holmes’ Alaia dress.

On Sienna Miller’s feet are the Balenciaga Army Leather Color Block Slingback Sandals:

Sienna Miller’s Balenciaga Army Leather Color Block Slingback Sandals

They retail for $825.00 but you can get them for $660.00 at Bluefly.com.

For lower-priced alternatives, these slingbacks in army green colors would do the trick:

From top: Donald J Pliner Arden, $160.50, Bronx Shelby Girl 083598, $84.95

But if you want to go even more army-inspired, try these sandals from Giuseppe Zanotti, Elizabeth and James, and 80%20:

Clockwise from top: Giuseppe Zanotti E00347 Canvas and Leather Crystal Studded Sandals, $411.00; Elizabeth and James Sky Pump in Black Distressed, $332.00; 80%20 Molly Mesh in Olive Green, $115.00

I never thought I would use a pair of Giuseppe Zanotti shoes as a “lower-priced alternative” but since the ones here are over 50% off, they’ve become much cheaper than the 600-dollar Balenciagas!

Credit: Optic Photos, PacificCoastNews.com

In response to the fierce reaction we received from the article I wrote the other day, 7 Interesting Shoes You Can Wear For Fall, here are ten (10) fresh and reliably wearable pairs you can DEFINITELY put on your feet for fall:

Ballerina Platform Pumps

Ballerina pumps  with 1-inch platforms and 4.5-inch heels in a lovely blue patent color. What do you think? I say this one is a must-buy!

Pour La Victoire Meila Platform Pumps, US$260

Lace and Suede Clip Toe Booties

Clip toe booties in lace with twisted suede accent. Can you wear ‘em? I say why not?

Elie Tahari Rose Peep Toe, US$498

Cutout Sandal Booties

Cutouts gets a slight upgrade with chain link embellishments. Willing to wear a pair?

Bebe Stewart, US$200

Lace Up Booties

The coming season will be all about lace-up booties, so why not stock up on these lovable and ultra wearable choices?

Robert Clergerie Clay, US$595; Nine West Korvino, US$139

Missoni QM72, US$699; Volatile Warrior, US$100

Cool Cap Toe Flats

We all know there’s nothing as cool as a pair of flats, so how about this one from Costume National?

Costume National Cap Toe Flats, US$373

Tall Boots

Fall and winter won’t be complete without tall boots, what do you think of these sleek and smooth selections?

Indigo by Clarks Proctor, US$170; Born Gilmore, US$255

So, ready to grab a pair? Or still wouldn’t dare?

If your answer is a big Y-E-S, then simply visit Zappos.com and make your purchase!

I was browsing through Shopbop’s latest inventory and  was immensely pleased with what I found – interesting and unusual shoes you can wear for fall (and maybe winter depending on where you live).

Some of these shoes are head turners while others are subtly quirky, but one thing is for sure, each one offers something unique, be it a tiny little detail or a pretty obvious one.

And because these shoes are designer pieces, best to make sure that wallet  of yours is fully stocked with bills (or that card fully open for credit) before deciding on a pair. After which, you can go ahead and enjoy shopping…

Maison Martin Margiela

Split Toe Booties and Flats

Split toe socks I’ve seen before. I’ve also seen it on Vibram Five Fingers shoes. But this is actually my first time to see split toe booties and flats. They’re definitely interesting, but what do you think? Love or Hate?

Maison Martin Margiela Tabi Round Heel Booties, US$815; Maison Martin Margiela Split Toe Tabi Flats, US$775

Alexander Wang

Notched Heel

So what do you think of these notched heel boots from Alexander Wang? I truly wonder how walking in it would feel like. Good thing the heels on these are short, if it were any higher, walking in it might be impossible…or maybe not

Alexander Wang Sigrid Over the Knee Boots with Notched Heel, US$895

Loeffler Randall

Half Open-Half Closed

Definitely not for winter. But it is interesting. I think it would even look more interesting once it’s on the feet. It’s like looking at a person who is half man half woman. Sorry for the odd comparison. So, what do you think? Love or Hate?

Loeffler Randall Parker Open Toe Strappy Booties, US$675

Maison Martin Margiela

Skirted Pumps

I’m not sure if I can wear this pair but it does look oddly interesting. What do you think? Would you wear it? In case you’re wondering, it is made of leather.

Maison Martin Margiela Open Toe Skirted Pumps, US$700

LD Tuttle

Crocheted and Draped Booties

I actually find the Crocheted Booties more interesting. It’s the back part that did it for me. Between the two, which do you prefer?

LD Tuttle Sound Platform Booties, US$816

LD Tuttle The Grid Draped Booties, US$605

So, ready to make that purchase at Shopbop? Or simply not interested?