Rumer Willis recently celebrated her 21st birthday at the Tao nightclub in Las Vegas and she looked super fabulous doing it!

Wearing a sparkly hot mini dress she completed the ensemble with some awesome high heels with fabulous straps that look like a cross between Mary Jane straps and ankle straps. The sexy height and elegant simple black leather are taken to another level with the innovative modern design.

I love this look – and the mini skirt and her great legs can really carry these shoes off!

But you know, as usual, I can’t afford the designer duds, so I made my way through Planet Shoes to see what I could come up with that would give me the height, the interesting look of the straps and the classic, simplicity of a great pair of shoes.

The Camper Laura’s are a great little pair of wedge heels that are more versatile than your average heel. With both leather and stretch canvas used in the construction, these shoes will mold to your feet and stay secure no matter how much time you spend on the dance floor.

The grooved rubber sole will keep you from slipping around and this wedge can work with a great little dress or with a casual summer into fall look.

The modern look of the thicker black straps answers the needs to today’s fashionistas while the construction and materials of Camper are durable and practical all the way.

The Tsubo Balin is another great modern and versatile option based on the theme. With a different take on the traditional T Strap, this sandal is elegant and clean but still manages to stand out. These peep toe beauties have a suede covered platform that creates the illusion of a higher heel without the pain and teetering walk!

The suede also offers a very cool, but clean, textural diversity to the shoe. Tsubo always manages to make modern look fabulous and they certainly have made a shoe here that can go from business formal to business casual to out on the town all in one!

The J Shoes Splash is modern, elegant and made original with a sexy ballet slipper inspired lace up the leg. Set in a simple, high quality, leather upper, these are durable and elegant.

The cute peep toe will show off your pedicure, the T Strap gives the modern look you want and the nice low kitten heel will keep you comfortable while you look whimsical and fabulous in these innovative pumps.

Be bold! Be modern! Be fashion forward in these J Shoes.

Kelly Osborne has pushed the fashion envelope since day one of the series premiere of The Osborne’s on MTV.

The daughter of rocker Ozzie and manager, Sharon, she has an edgy style that often combines the hottest trends of today with a call back to classic, Hollywood glam.

Here she is sporting sexy skin tight skinny jeans, and oversized striped top with a cute structured jacket over the top. She’s topped, or bottomed if you prefer, this outfit off with a fabulous pair of black high heels with an embellished toe.

In this case, they appear to be whimsical fabric bows and I thought they looked so cute I had to comb planet for something comparable.

After all, a great pair of closed toe black pumps is a must have for fall, and if you toss in some whimsy or a fabulosity, it’s only going to make you feel that much more glamorous!

First up, the Poetic License Kiss and Tell. These are some seriously romantic high heeled pumps. As always, you can count on Poetic License to take their shoe design to the next level and these black, peep toe pumps are amped up by a charming and eye catching scalloped edged closure and ribbon tie, detailed black on black textured stitching and charming heart embellishments.

Patent leather touches at the heel cap and on the architectural high heel really make these boutique high heels stand out. Paired with a hot pair of dark skinny jeans and the right top and jacket, you’ll be a stand out for sure.

Next up is another offering from Poetic License, the Holiday Delight. This shoe is very similar to Kelly’s choice, but with an added sparkle. The high heel and peep toe are charming and sexy and will doubtless make your legs look ten times longer.

The platform at the toe is super hot this fall and winter and the floral inspired embellishment on the top of the shoe are both intricate and elegant.

If you’re looking for a shoe to spice up your little black dress, or pair with a hot pair of jeans for a night out on the town, you can’t go wrong with these beauties. Versatile and fun, these are just the kind of fashionable accessory every woman needs in her fun wardrobe.

Finally, the J Shoes Lucca. These pumps are fabulous and artistic, even without a toe embellishment so I couldn’t resist including them.

The two tone leather hearkens back to classic saddle shoes and spectator pumps but the heel and design of the shoe modernize the classic look for a fashion forward pump.

Perfect with a great business suit or with your cutest jeans, these are versatile and beautifully made. J Shoes is all about taking classic shoe design and updating them for today’s fashionista – and the J Shoes Lucca certainly doesn’t disappoint.

Have you heard of Comic Con? Comic con is the largest comic and popular arts convention in the world. This year it ran from July 23rd to July 26th and more celebrities than ever showed up to promote movies, projects, movie franchises and more.

I liked a lot of the celebrity fashion I saw covered at Comic Con because it was a bit more casual than the normal red carpet attire. One of my absolute favorite looks was put together by Cameron Diaz.

Sporting skinny jeans, a long white tank top and a cure fitted vest over the top, she finished the outfit with a pair of comfortable looking and a little edgy motorcycle style boots. Flat heels, a shiny patina and reaching up to her knee, they just look super comfortable but hot at the same time.

So sure, its summer and we’re not wearing a lot of black boots right now, but Cameron suddenly has me inspired to try it out. After all, where we are in the Northeast it’s been a super cool summer so maybe this is a look I could go for right now! So, what are my options here at Planet Shoes to emulate Cameron’s look?

Let’s see!

Tom’s Wrap Boot

These are so cool! I also think they might be perfect for summer into fall transition. This boot is called the Tom’s Wrap boot for a reason. The basic construction of the boot is actually an ankle boot and then you literally wrap the rest of the boot up your leg. This ensures a snug and leg enhancing silhouette and you don’t have to deal with the aggravation of pulling them on and pulling them off all the time.

If you have trouble finding boot shafts that fit well, these may be a great option for you and they look totally fabulous with little dresses and skirts – so if you’re going to experiment with a tall boot in the warmer months – this is a great one.

Also, don’t forget the reason’s that Tom’s Shoes are great for the world!

Chinese Laundry Tahoe

As usual, Chinese Laundry comes up with an elegant and sophisticated option! The Chinese Laundry Tahoe boot it sleek, sexy and comfortable set in a nubuck black suede and topped with a three silver clip buttons.This is a boot designed to accent any look you put together rather than being the showpiece, and that’s why we like them!

This boot will slouch a little bit during wear, and is designed to, and actually has a 1” hidden wedge heel so you’ll be getting a little extra height even though it doesn’t look like it!

Perfect for wear with dresses and skirts, these boots will also look great over your skinny jeans. The suede and slouch lends a more casual feel to the boot while the line keeps them elegant and versatile.

Geox Kink Lace Boot

Geox has a knack for creating urban and edgy options and the Kink lace up boot is certainly a great example. The black leather used in the boot has been distressed giving them an awesome vintage feel. They are set off by a motorcycle inspired ankle buckle and the kink is turned up by decorative lacing up the back of the boot.

Don’t worry, you get in an out of these babies with a standard inner zipper – you don’t have to lace up every time! Geox also incorporates awesome technology into their boots, sandals and shoes that keep them super comfortable and breathable no matter the conditions – and that’s a great thing in a leather boot!

So if you’re looking for a vintage and urban look, Geox may be a great place to start.

Nicole Right Now

Right now is right! This boot is so classic and versatile that it had to be included. The smooth leather sheen, the classic shape, the simple low heel and the elegant rolled over cuff looks fabulous for every day wear. The great news? You can roll that cuff up and make them simple tall boots, or keep it rolled over, or roll it over more!

This is a supple and flexible leather upper and Nicole shoes, as usual, delivers the comfort, durability and fashion flexibility we’ve come to expect. If you need the ultimate go-to boot to transition between seasons and to look fabulous as temperatures drop, this is the boot for you!

I saw this picture of Eva Longoria Parker recently on Wenn.com and I realized something important. Sometimes all you really need is a great pair of simple black flip flops.

Here she is in a fabulous print dress looking comfortable and stylish after a visit to the salon, and part of her comfort is clearly her super simple footwear. Yes, she could have some sort of golden sandal on her feet but let’s be serious – there’s a lot going on with that dress, why not choose a simple shoe and let it shine?

After all, depending on your chosen outfit, some crazy shoe may just tip you over the top of tasteful and land you in tacky-ville so by all means, let’s celebrate the simplicity of a great flip flop.

Easy to put on as you walk out the door, perfect for spa days and maintaining your pedicure, and effortless for everything from beach going to shopping to mini golf, the flip flop meets all your summer needs.

A simple pair of black flip flops is like the summer’s little black dress for your feet. Versatile and pretty much always appropriate! To that end, let’s look at some of our favorite flips here at Planet Shoes. After all, we’re in the height of flip flop season. Let’s celebrate the simplest of sandals!

The Merrell Terracina
Merell is widely known for its durable footwear options for winter but did you know they’ve been upping their simple and stylish quotient lately? This great black flip flop is super simple but the construction is serious, including a triple density compression molded EVA footframe, an air cushion midsole, an injection molded arch shank and a microfiber wrapped footbed.

This is a flip flop that will support you for miles and the simple, elegant shape and sleek thong styling means they’ll work with anything in your closet. Merell’s high quality is well known, so you know these simple black flip flops will last you more than one summer if you want them to!

Sanuk Impulse
Sanuk is a great shoe company and they bring you an elegant wedge black flip flop here in the Sanuk impulse. This flip flop actually has an EVA footbed, which is terrific for shock absorption and a faux cork wrap for a great look.

The soft black upper is super simple and extremely comfortable offering simple elegance and a great utility flip flop. So, if you need a little height in your flip flop, these fabulous little wedge sandals might be just what you’re looking for!

Underfoot Zoe
If you’re looking for something with a little different shape or a slightly funkier look, check out the Zoe by Underfoot. The leather upper is actually adjustable, which is somewhat unusual in a flip flop and the thong is a bit thicker and runs a bit higher on the vamp of the foot.

The look is polished but primitive at the same time. Underfoot has made these sandals environmentally friendly and the textured foot bed will offer additional stability and comfort no matter where you’re walking!

The Sensi Monte Carlo
This is a much edgier and somewhat athletic inspired choice. The Sensi Monte Carlo has a rectangular foot bed and the whole shoe is made of poly vinyl chloride which is non porous and will therefore resist bacteria and remain odor free no matter how wet they get!

Sensi sandals also have a patented drainage system so if you’re a pool regular or you love the gym, these should totally be your go to sandal. I also think that have a really cool, modern, urban and sleek look so although they are built for function, I think you could have some serious fun with the form!

Enjoy your classic black flip flops this summer - and remember if you’re looking for a go to sandal for the rest of this season, consider a great and simple pair of black flip flops to complete your look.

Sometimes when we see the stars out and about, they just look casual and happy and their outfits inspire us to seek that effortless comfort. When I saw this pic of Julia Roberts, that’s exactly how I felt.

The slightly baggy pegged denim capris and the sweet, light summer jacket are perfectly complimented by a super simple pair of comfy ballet flats.

This blogger is an avid fan of the ballet flat and I would be lying if I didn’t say that I could easily wear a different pair every day of the week. They are just so comfortable, chic and awesome! I don’t know how people resist them.

So I was thinking, it’s been a while since we looked at the ballet flats that are new to the site – especially the ones arriving every day for fall and winter. So I’m inspired Julia Roberts! Let’s look at some ballet flats!

Kenneth Cole Reaction Smart Love

Smart? Check. Love? Check. These sleek and super modern ballet flats are absolutely gorgeous. Offered in pewter and black, this chic leather slip on has a rounded toe and ¾ inch leather wrapped hidden heel. The toe is embellished with a leather strap and faceted, metallic, rectangular embellishment which gives the flare you want, but a more subtle glamour.

This is a ballet flat that is perfect for completing a crisp, elegant professional work ensemble but could likewise be matched with your hottest jeans and a great structured jacket for a night out on the town. Contemporary, high quality and great for fall and winter, this Kenneth Cole ballet flat is a sure winner.

Rocket Dog Memories

Want something a little more relaxed? The Rocket Dog Memories ballet flat combines the elegance of the classic shape with the casual air that comes from the textured, fabric upper. The nature of the design makes it appear as though the fabric has been casually wrapped around the shoe and tied in a casual knot at the toe.

This little flat is elegant but fun and could easily be paired with any of your late summer or early fall dresses or jeans. Essentially, these shoes can be dressed up or dressed down depending on your fashion need. That’s versatility we love!

Sam & Libby Zees

I think we’ve showed these lovelies off before, but who can resist? These classic and sweet ballet flats are an amazing value, offering endless versatility in your wardrobe. Perfect with any summer dress, into fall and winter with your skinny jeans or cute skirts and fun tights, through to the spring with your favorite capris, there is no performance these little ballet flats can’t handle.

The man made upper makes them quite durable and the sweet bow toe embellishment gives them a lovely air of innocence. If you need a go-to ballet flat that will stay stylish and work with almost anything, this is the flat for you!

Blowfish Hoody

If you like a more deconstructed and well loved look, we highly recommend the Blowfish Hoody. The frayed edges of the fabric lend a bohemian and relaxed air, while the bow embellishment on the toe keeps them stylish and girly. It’s the texture of these ballet flats that really helps them stand out among other offerings this season.

Blowfish continues to gain prominence as a fabulous fashion brand offered at excellent value. Their shoes and boots are all comfortable and super cute as well as being offered in versatile and neutral colors to ensure they fit right into your existing wardrobe. The Hoody offers you a ballet flat with a little edge.

So there you have it! A smattering of adorable ballet flat goodness to inspire you! Enjoy and happy shopping!

I was over on People.com yesterday and they’ve been getting plenty of pics of the Gossip Girl stars being filmed for this season. Enjoying their fashion as I do, I was particularly inspired by a look Leighton Meester was sporting in one of the images – and particularly by her striking hot pink strappy sandals.

Truly, they are almost like strappy shoeties, but you totally know they price out of the budget of the bargain fashionista so I was determined to find some more feasible options among the Planet Shoes offerings!

The look is outstanding, and the way they have been paired, as a contrast rather than a collaborator in the overall outfit it pretty darned fun.

So what can we find to get this look, or close to it?

The first option I came across was the OTBT Libia in Canary yellow. No, they aren’t bright pink, but the bright hue of these sandals immediately cheered me and I suddenly pictured them with my midnight blue maxi dress and started to bounce on the couch.

These OTBT Grecian inspired sandals are sexy and practical, designed for walking and travel while looking fabulous. The matte leather upper stays supple and offers a snug fit while the rubber sole absorbs shock and the textured sole also gives you traction no matter the terrain.

Next up, a funky option that is both fashionable and eco friendly, the El Naturalista Rana Tharu! I chose this one because I believe it mimics the shoetie styling, and the color, as well as the height – but in a rustic and off beat way.

Offered in a gorgeous bright reddish leather that is literally treated with river stones to give it suppleness and flexibility, this modified up front strappy sandal has a thick and stable heel as well as an ergonomic foot bed made from cork and recycled materials for maximum comfort. The outsoles on this shoe are all natural rubber and offer traction as well as shock absorption. This shoe is also named for the people that inspired them; the Rana Tharu who live near the border of Nepal and are known for their colorful jewelry and clothing.

Oh, I love these! The J Shoes Anya is just delicious. This wedge heel strappy sandal with adjustable ankle strap has a canvas and leather mid sole and a goat suede sherbet pink upper. The soft texture of this shoe is a big part of its appeal, offering a feminine look while the shape makes an artistic statement.

The heel cup especially offer a more bootie feel to what would just be another strappy wedge heel. You can see this emulates to color and strappy theme of Leighton’s fab sandals, and the height without the stiletto heel but this is a more delicate and less edgy look.

So, as the summer progresses, take advantage of the freedom of crazy color on your feet. Several of these styles are on sale right now over at Planet Shoes so indulge yourself and use the style mavens you see in the magazines and on TV to inspire your own look!

I caught this picture of Rachel McAdams the other day on People.com. She’s running while filming a scene in her new movie, Morning Glory in New York City. Yes, she looks great and the dress and bag are very pretty, but of course, I only had eyes for her gorgeous pink high heels!

The shape is classic and elegant and the fun color looks good enough to eat. I love this look because she’s not pairing her neutral and elegant outfit with a staid pair of pumps or ballet flats, she is rockin’s some adorable and colorful stilettos that take the outfit to a new level.

Of course, I immediately popped over to Planet Shoes to see if I could find something similar and lo and behold, what do I find but the Chinese Laundry Spicy in Fuchsia! The color! The Shape! Hello, the price!

These lovelies are on sale right now!

At four inches, these pointy toed stiletto’s will elongate your leg and the extra padding and outsole with traction will keep your walk confident and comfortable.

So get the look, indulge yourself and you’ll know you look like you just stepped off the silver screen, but for a fabulous bargain price!

World Entertainment News caught this picture of Jennifer Lopez filming her upcoming movie, The Back-Up Plan and I have to admit, when I saw her shoes, I totally fell in love.

The problem though is that they are super high spike heels and although I am a slave to fashion, I don’t think I could sustain those all day long.

So I went on a search through Planet Shoes to find either a similar color, or an option I knew I could wear all day long without killing myself for fashion! I used her sandals and this look to inspire me and sought out something that might be different, but held on to a couple of aspects of these fab shoes.

I was pretty pleased with my three potential style inspired options:

First Option: Apepazza Pavia

These gorgeous peep toe booties mimic the color and shape of the fab sandals J Lo is wearing. That rich, almost reddish leather offers a great, but natural pop of color and it looks so great against the denim bell bottoms.

The thicker heel of these booties, though, may offer more stability, and I think the bootie shape of these might make them a bit more versatile. The leather ankle bootie can even work through the fall – even with the peep toe! Made with imported Italian leather, the rubber sole offers impact protection for the height – 3 ¾ inch heels!

Second Option: Chinese Laundry Rye

This is my kind of high, strappy sandal! This wedge heel soars at 4 ½ inches, but because it is a wedge, there is far more stability and the 1 ¾ inch platform at the toe means you’ll get maximum height and maximum comfort.

Although the color palette is different than the J Lo sandal, the natural tan color of the leather on these fun, strappy wedges will still offer a great contrast to denim and the straps emulate the styling of J Lo’s shoes.

These sandals are also very versatile and would look great with a long pair of jeans or with a great summer dress or even a cute short skirt. The cork wedge is in right now and will offer plenty of support and shock absorption as these terrific sandals show of your great legs all summer long!

Third Option: J Shoes Florence

And now for something completely different! In beautiful Red Rust, the J Shoes Florence offers the color and shape of J Lo’s fabulous sandals, but with a fashionable and interesting artistic edge. The high quality leather and 3 inch stacked heel gives you height and high quality comfort and the innovative design with contrasting textured bow add a feminine touch.

These shoes were inspired by the traditional loafer, but I see them as fashion forward all the way. These high heeled loafers are also sure to last through fall and winter months and can easily be worn to work as well as with your sexiest jeans.

I’m still not sure which option I’m going with – but I love the inspiration and finding a way to make this look my own!

[Image via WENN.]

We’re seeing it all over the place these day - super short skirts and cute ankle boots - or booties. Just yesterday I saw Nikki Hilton rocking some ankle boots with her denim, frayed daisy dukes and here we’ve got Taylor Momsen, filming next season of Gossip Girl, in an edgy outfit with a super short skirt and an over sized flannel completed with a fabulous pair of mid heel black leather ankle boots.

We saw the ankle bootie become super popular last year and it looks like we’ve got more looks to pair with this trend, but how can you take the look you see on celebrities but add your own signature style?

Well, we looked around on Planet Shoes to find some interesting options for you. These aren’t the ankle boots you see everywhere - from Naot to Pikolinos, these boots are high quality and boutique and guaranteed to give you a unique look that is going to get you noticed!

Here are some great black ankle boot options perfect for summer, into fall and winter!

Let’s start with the  Blowfish Willis! The reverse wedge heel, structured yet slouchy look and perfect ankle height will make these perfect with short shorts, and with skinny jeans as the weather cools.

Blowfish offers the best value for fashion these days and you can see the quality in the detail. The fun and vibrant purple lining and the architectural nature of these boots elevate their style - and they’re super comfortable as well!

If you want to go with a slightly edgier, rocker look, check out the Blundstone Classic Boot. This black leather work boot has a more masculine, chunkier look, similar to the punk aesthetic of the Doctor Marten’s but with an easy pull on style and elasticized fit for comfort. Blundstone is one of the best known names in high quality boots.

In this case, you’ll be taking a boot made for function and giving it a fashionable edge. Perfect to add that biker flavor to even your most feminine outfit, the Blundstone Classic boot is also extremely practical, developed for durability and hard wearing.

For a more modern and innovative look, check out the Naot Remu, a funky bootie with faux lacing and a fascinating combination of textures that give it a futuristic feel. This is truly a boot for the fashion forward - a real attention getter - but also a boot designed for function and comfort.

The footbed is specially designed for additional shock absorption and the materials that go into this boot are all top of the line. The combination of tanned leather, suede and elastic material help the boot fit your foot perfectly, supporting you and keeping you ahead of the trends.

And, last but not least, the feminine ankle biker boot; the Pikolinos Cuba. This ankle boot is beautifully shaped and made with eco-friendly leather. The shape of the toe will elongate your legs and the mid sized heel will keep you comfortable walking to work or dancing in your favorite bar.

The side belt adds edginess and this boot is truly perfect for your cute micro mini and will look hot in the fall with jeans, skirts or just about anything you choose! This is also a perfect staple for your fall wardrobe, made to last but with a commitment to the earth!

So take inspiration from fashion forward celebrities and then make your own look!

R&B Songstress and model, Rihanna, is known for her amazing fashion sense. Always on the cutting edge of fashion, whether on stage or off, you can be sure Rihanna will look fierce and fabulous, so we were psyched to see she was spotted looking cool and comfortable in a cute pair of Crocs!

Crocs are a perfect summer shoe and a great combination of form and function. After all, Crocs aren’t just for the garden anymore! You can find Mary Jane styles, slip on’s and even strappy sandal styles in cute, bright colors and with the comfortable feel we’ve come to know and love. All Crocs are made with their innovative Croslite material which is anti bacterial, anti odor and completely recyclable!

For example, have you seen the Crocs Havana? These wedge, peep toe, sling back sandals sport a three inch heel and the Croslite material footbed for both ergonomic support and light weight feel.

These sandals make a great day to night transition shoe and the classic styling and color palate will ensure you find an option that will fit right into your wardrobe.

Another great Crocs option is the Malinda, a sling back flat offered not only in a variety of bright colors, but also in fun patterns, including a fabulous leopard print.

Super comfortable and versatile, this flat is a best seller this season and you’ll know why when you take a pair home – they will quickly become your favorite summer shoe!

So if you want to get the look of stars like Rihanna, don’t be afraid to grab a pair of cute Crocs, to keep your feet comfortable and stylish this summer season!