Brightest Young Things

It's like Kanye West says, "She don't believe in shooting stars but she believe in shoes & cars."  What can I say?  At least I've got my priorities figured out.  Here are a slew of my favorite shoes that I've seen on the internet this week.  Go on and drool (or share your favorites) in the comments.

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• KERMIT TERSORO - $600 (Get 'em on page 8 here)

Anybody who knows anything about my style (or wanted style) knows that I find inspiration in the slightly morbid and the off-kilter.  These Skull Heel Booties take a McQueen style vibe and elevate it to a whole other level.  Boasting a 6.5 inch heel (well, 2.5 if you ignore the platform) I have only one thing to say: my birthday is in May, ahem.

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• JEFFREY CAMPBELL'S new take on the Lita, CLEATA - $160 (Get 'em here, of course)

My love for the LITA boot is well-documented all over the internet and in personal interactions... but this deconstructed silhouette just be my new favorite.  Available in black, nude/pale pink and silver, with a 5" heel and a 2" platform, these will surely turn heads.

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• DIY: SAM EDELMAN'S LORISSA HEEL (Instructions found here, original Sam Edelman boots available here)

Two weekends ago I found myself in the magical land that is CUSP (Georgetown) and wouldn't you know it they were having one hell of a sale.  See: the damage I did to my bank account above.  But that go me thinking... what if you wanted that stud-ly goodness but weren't as fortunate as Moi? Well, have no fear Instructables has all the crafty details and a helpful video on how to acquire your very own pair for half the price and double the fun.  I mean, who doesn't love an original creation like the ones below?

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• BETSEY JOHNSON SYMPHONIA PLATFORMS - $188 (Get 'em here)

Talk about sophisticated beauty!  These Betsey Johnson booties remind me of ballet slippers, but maintain a nice modern edge with a 5.5 inch heel (1 3/4 inch platform) and signature Betsey leopard print sole.  I could see these pairing well with a billowy nude dress when the weather gets just a touch nice.... WANT.

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• SUGARFREE SHOES IRENE - £55 (Get 'em here)

Seeing these shoes only instigates my countdown for Spring (and the ability to wear short dress sans tights at all hours of the day). but I could totally see them setting an all-black winter ensemble blaze with how fierce they are!  Count these 5 inch heels (with bonus side-zip! thank god!) as next on my to-purchase list!

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• ALEXANDER WANG ANDI BOOT - $645 (Grab 'em from Barney's here)

Despite how much I WANT the weather to remain in the 60's forever and ever, it's kind of nice to face the brash cold of winter with some killer kicks.  These 5 1/4 inch heels will kick ass anywhere you go, especially if you're pairing them with bare legs and an asymmetrically cut LBD.

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• CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN'S SERENA - $1,095 (Too rich for my blood, but if you've got the means snag them here)

I'm sure there's no coincidence that these Louboutin beauties conjure up images of the Gossip Girl elite (being named Serena helps, after all).  Aside from the coveted red sole, these marigold yellow heels are to-die-for what with such a classic silhouette.  Unfortunately I'm going to have to marry Chuck Bass in order to afford these babies... (wait, did I say unfortunately?! I mean.... I'll do it.  No questions asked).

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• SHOEMINT'S KATHY LOAFER - $80 (sign up for Shoemint and get access to these cuties here)

Loafers are ALL.THE.RAGE right now in the fashion world, so jump on board this adorable trend with a pair that won't bore anyone.  Love this red dalamation look, especially since they're pony hair and made with black patent leather.  Totally adorable with a pair of rolled up skinnies and your favorite band tee + cardigan combo.

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• NICHOLAD KIRKWOOD'S LEATHER STILETTOS W/ KEITH HARING PRINT - £545.00 (Available here)

Shannon (who keeps it real here) is totally responsible for these shoes making my radar and WOW! I mean, first off they're just gorgeous... but to know they're a work of art too? Bonus.

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Now, can someone help a girl out and tell me WHERE IN THE WORLD CAN I GET THESE?!

Previously in Shoes I'm crushin' on:

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