Fall's Hottest Shoes

Looks like this fall, gray is the new black! The neutral shade is popping up in elegant suedes like dove gray Brian Atwood pumps as worn to the Armani show during Milan Fashion Week.

The feline print is heating up for all accessories this season, from shoes to bags to scarves. Fashion-forward actress Diane Kruger shows one of the easiest ways to wear the wild print, pairing an all-black look with leopard booties at a Hugo Boss fête in London.

Budding fashionista Carey Mulligan cleverly offsets her printed frock with contrasting ruby pumps at the Toronto premiere of Never Let Me Go. Jewel-tone shoes work equally well with solid colored outfits – try them with dark jeans for a luxe going out look.

Style ingénue shows off fall’s cutest bootie – the lace-up! – while talking a break from Milan Fashion Week. Tan and other neutral suedes, like Rachel’s, are especially popular this fall.

Thanks to the influence of shows like Mad Men, retro femininity made a welcome comeback this season. Take a cue from Newlywed and jazz up jeans with feminine pumps – like Duff’s red hot Isabel Marant heels.

As if all-black wasn’t New York enough, adds tough motorcycle boots to her downtown ensemble while visiting the Big Apple. Key details for this trend include big buckles, chains and chunky heels. “]

Finally, shoes that we can walk in! Mother-of-two knows that sky high heels can be impractical, choosing mid-height heels instead for a business lunch in Beverly Hills.

A cold weather favorite, velvet is back with a vengeance this year. expertly contrasts her girly baby doll dress with sapphire velvet Robert Clergerie for Opening Ceremony platforms for an appearance on The Late Show with David Letterman in N.Y.C.

Actress Selma Blair fully embraces the season’s equestrian look, pairing classic knee-high flat leather boots with jodhpurs and a cozy flannel while running errands in West Hollywood.

highlights her army green boots with matching cargo pants for the ultimate in the military trend. If you want more detail, look for gold studs or even camouflage patterns.

No embellishment, no problem! Model Claudia Schiffer draws attention to the sleek lines of her rich, cognac boots by pairing them with monochromatic separates.

Boots are getting layered up for winter, with fold-over cuff details on everything from ankle boots to thigh-highs. emphasizes the look of her suede boots with cozy layers on top while visiting The Late Show with David Letterman.

Trend-savvy has an eye for style, picking up on the mod ’60s influence of a bold, geometric bow on shoes for fall. Her delectable pair is from Louis Vuitton, who dressed the actress head-to-toe for their London bash.

Comfy can be cute – and even a little dressy with studs, jewels and sparkles. Newly slim star Kelly Osbourne brings some heavyweight style to her basic daytime look, accenting sweats with silver studded flats while shopping in L.A.