booties

We're all for baring a little skin — edgy cutouts, delicate sheer panels, and femme lace details certainly qualify for the express purpose of subtle exposure — but this version of peekaboo relies solely on your kicks. Because of Spring's temperamental climates, an open-toe bootie touches on all functional and fashionable bases. From an edgy zipper-front, ankle-strap Stuart Weitzman iteration to Rachel Roy's blush-hued laceup booties, there are classic, girlie, and superstructured silhouettes for the taking. Style this peep-toe shoe with your favorite boyfriend-cut jeans, a flirty floral dress, or a sexy LBD, and reap the benefits of a sultry flash of skin. Click through for more than 15 ways to shop it — now all that's left to do is to treat yourself to a Spring-perfect pedicure.

>> The season's most perfect boot might just be one that's lined in fur. Whether elegantly sleek like Manolo Blahnik's mink version or tough and rugged like YSL's beaver-cuff pair, one thing's for sure: these boots exude just the right amount of cold-weather cool. Click through to shop them all now.

Booties have long solidified their place in our wardrobes. Their versatility is unmatched in Winter style, sometimes bringing a little rocker edge to our look, other times defining our outfits with polish and sophistication. As proof of their power, we've supplied a few celebrity examples. From Miranda Kerr to Chloe Moretz, each of these chic celebrity looks will help you to, ahem, get your footing when it comes to the right boots this season. Click on for the stylish celebrity cues, then shop your favorite looks.

>> Buckle up. The classic fastener meets its match in this season's sky-high platform boots. Whether fur-trimmed and rugged or streamlined and sleek, these statement boots pack just the right amount of tough-girl punch. Pair with skinny jeans, leather leggings, or tights and a flippy mini for cold-weather style perfection — or, wear with a cozy sweater dress for a bit of dressed-down cool. Peep 22 of the chicest styles — including drool-worthy versions from Proenza Schouler, Ash, Burberry, and more —  here, in the slideshow.

>> Whether leopard printed, color-blocked, or chicly rustic lace-ups are Fall's must-have boots, wear yours with thick-ribbed tights for a cozy, dressed-up look or pair with leather leggings for just a bit of edge. Here, we've rounded up 20 super-covetable styles; click through to shop them all.

It's Fall shoe time! As we (slowly) pack away our warm-weather wardrobe to make room for Fall jackets, pants, and dresses, we're taking inventory of our shoe artillery. Fall trends call upon textural booties, luxe loafers, velvet pumps, and rich jewel-toned colors, so instead of stressing out about which to buy, we gathered our top 25 pairs — from all price points — for you to shop. Here are our three important shoe-shopping tips:

• Invest in a pair of standout booties this Fall. Wear them alone with skirts and dresses during the transitional months, then layered with thick tights and warm sweaters come colder temperatures.
• Dressy loafers are a functional and comfortable way to stay chic this season.
• Experiment with velvet; this luxe textile adds instant dimension to any look.

Now shop our curated, totally irresistible selection for Fall!

Our Summer constants — denim cutoffs, white sundresses, and our favorite bikinis are getting styled in an unexpected way, and we love it. Street style favorites like Rachel Bilson, Nicky Hilton, and Whitney Port have been adding booties to their own summery looks — add that to the fashion crowd we've spotted sporting similar styles — and we're falling hard for the trend that's calling us to toughen up day dresses, lacy shifts, and seasonal stripes with a rugged pair of booties. Think lace-up ankle boots, edgy buckled styles, or slip-on booties to give long-loved wardrobe stables a fresh spin. Just click through for the celebrity inspiration, then shop our picks to find your perfect pair.

>> Colorful tortoise sunglasses, sparkly bow-booties and furry frame bags — Miu Miu's Fall 2011 accessories collection is a treasure trove of quirky touches and rich details. Get an up-close up look at all the goodies in the slideshow.