Season Trend Gallery

Private Platform
  The runways hidden platforms from Alexander McQueen and the patent platforms from Yves Saint Laurent towered over the catwalk. They translated into height hidden underneath a weighty vamp, giving an elegant elongation of the leg. Anthony Cady, professor at F.I.T., adds, “That little bit of extra height hidden always makes the leg and foot look sexy plus the shoe gives the illusion that it's higher than it is making for a more comfortable shoe—a comfortable woman is always sexy.”

Winged Warrior
  It's possible Nicholas Kirkwood pioneered the modern winged shoe, and this season’s designers make their flight’s fancy with their winged and collared inspirations in sturdy, strong silhouettes. In booties or peep-toe pumps, they are far from fussy, allowing your spirit to soar.

Shoe-per Woman
  Women are increasingly stretching themselves too thin and it's tough being all things to all people, especially while being true to one’s self. You simply must be able to leap tall buildings in a single bound, and get in your shoes and goooooo! Designers are answering the call with their easy-access Velcro® and shoe snap closures, and stretchy elastic straps and bands and sturdier heel shapes. Now it’s easy to save the day in style.

Almond Toe
  The Almond Toe is a classic shape that never goes out of style. While doing research we found examples on toes from the thirties and again in the '60s. Designers from Roger Vivier to Delman appreciate the timelessness of its shape. "It conforms the most to the natural shape of the foot and is the most wearable silhouette," offers designer Monica Favela-George of Gigi Favela, "I sleeked it up with a higher toe box and paired it with my banana perfetto heel for a shoe that's fashion-now yet classic."

Brogue Booties
  The runways of Matthew Williamson—where booties were peppered with croc leathers and textured sides—give way to masculine detailing, with a feminine flair. Laces are key, dainty in their security as are the opulent color palette used to dress them up.

Going Native
  This season we may find ourselves on the fringe of an Indian Summer. Tip-toe through your teepee in decorative suede boots and moccasins as comfy as they are cute. Easy access makes these styles a fashionable must-have. And why not? Sienna Miller and Lindsey Lohan have already fallen for them.

HOT HEELS under $100
  Shoe addictions come in many forms. Some divas only dig heels. Some sole sisters love "labels." Some simply love "LOTS!" With each of these fall heels (ok, and a gladiator flat!) ringing in under a hundred, you can be guilt-free as you practice twelve-steps of tough-love on your sole addiction.

Wedded Bliss
  Wedding Bells are ringing all over. The Today Show is “Racing to the Altar” and allowing its viewers to pick the parts: the couple, the dress, the cake… all of it (except the shoes. The nerve!). Same-sex marriages are topping headlines in The Golden State. And you are stuck being the bridesmaid (again) for your favorite third cousin, twice removed. Thankfully there are as many matrimonial shoe options as there are ceremonies. As your footwear authority, shuzsociety has chosen a bouquet of bridal shoes fit for any aisle. While we curtsey to traditional choices, we’d like to mix-up the shoes for your “I Do’s.” From sky-high, slinky snakeskin sandals to more tailored, bowed gems and from the luxuriously dressy to the definitely dressed-down, you’ll find your forever-love footwear fix.

Bold Statement - SPRING/SUMMER 2008
  Bold color is in and in a big, big way. Fruity color palettes of fuchsia, orange, lime-green and lemon-yelloware mixed in interesting ways, or boldly stand alone. Whether you choose to get your color splash in a peep-toe pump or a sky-high strappy sandal, this season they'll certainly see you coming!

Strap Happy - SPRING/SUMMER 2008
  Get your toes ready, Ladies. This IS THE SEASON for the STRAP! From the runways of Dolce & Gabbana to the shelves of our favorite stores, designers are getting happy with their straps. Thin or wide, a multitude of straps are anchored at our ankles, and crisscrossed at our toes. These are paired with interesting heel shapes. Step in, strap up and hold on!

Snakeskin - SPRING/SUMMER 2008
  Come Slither… It’s going to be a very exotic season, if judging by the amount of snake-skin (and –esque) shoes on the market this spring. Whether whipsnake, snake-embossed or detailed in trim, snake is slithering it’s way on to our feet.

Prints - SPRING/SUMMER 2008
  Charming Ready to shake off those winter willies? Brrrr. Pick out a pair of printed pumps, or flats or sandals, for that matter. From couture Dolce & Gabbana to lesser-priced Martinez Valero—designers are giving you pretty florals and modern dots, stripes and geometric patterns. Running theme? With their vivid color palate, they will all brighten up your day (or in some cases, evening!) You pick the print! You’ll be absolutely charming.

Getting Centered - SPRING/SUMMER 2008
  A variation of the season’s must-have show-all sandals—whether adorned with logo coins as in Tory Burch flats or copper chainlink detailing on Robero Cavalli’s demi-wedges—designers are adding a little pizzazz to the center of our shoes. T-straps never looked this good!