Sneakers
Many of you probably spend a lot of time in sneakers. They're comfortable, trendy and easy to pair with lots of casual outfits.The hottest styles for this fall are retro track and basketball-inspired sneakers, and girlie ballet type shoes made from canvas. Here are top picks and a few brands that do these styles particularly well.
Hottest Shoe Trends for 2009
Open-toed booties, ruffled footwear and the tall boots are among the hottest trends in footwear this season. While some of those features may not play well in the classroom, they're fun for when the books have been put away. Below is a sneak peek at styles to look for.The Most Popular Shoe Styles for Fall 2009
A cutout side or an open toe on a heeled shoe will work wonders for your fashion rating this year, as will a tall boot with a flat heel -- and of course, purple is in again as well.The good news is, most of these styles can be worn with casual or dressier clothes.
Check out some of the hottest styles for inspiration.
Booties and Boots Galore
Ankle boots and knee high boots are always extremely popular in cooler weather. For school, skip the stiletto styles, and look for something with a low or chunky heel instead.If you can only choose one, I'd go with a taller boot, as they're versatile enough to be worn with jeans or minis. But you know your wardrobe better than I, so check my top picks below for the hottest styles in each.

