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!

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!

Hey Gossip Girl fans – lovers of fashion and well dressed men!

PF Flyers have been a major name in the casual sneaker industry for decades, and their classic style that can work with any look keeps them current. They have been gaining prominence among young celebrities and are all over the place this year especially with the popularity of prep this spring. PF Flyers are being seen out and about all over the place!

In fact, Penn Badgley has been seen out an about in PF Flyer’s Albin sneakers not too long ago and we’ve got them right here at Planet Shoes!

The Albin is a reclassification of the PF Flyer’s court low top basketball shoe and is actually set in a couture Italian upper. The dress shoe construction elevates this from standard sneaker to amazing footwear.

So ladies, if you want to elevate your guy’s style, while leaving him in the comfort of a sneaker shape – or guys, if you’re ready to knock the socks off of the fashionista in your like consider some PF Flyer Albin sneakers and get the Gossip Girl look!

We love JShoes – they truly bring art to footwear – and last fall they were even worn on Gossip Girl which has become a show where true fashion trends are brought to life. On the Nov ember 10th episode, “Bonfire of the Vanity” the character Jenny Humphrey played by Taylor Momson wore the JShoes Empire boots to complete a funky urban ensemble.

These boots are now on sale at PlanetShoes.com which means you can get an amazing look without paying the crazy designer prices! Although, with the chic and funky styling, attention to detail and terrific materials make these boots a great value at almost any price.

This is a high boot with a slightly Victorian feel because of the hook lacing holes and ribbon styled lacing. Don’t worry though – you don’t have to lace these babies up every time – there is an inside zipper for easy on and off. This also means those ribbons will remain intact and looking good for far longer.

The leather upper is of the highest quality with contrast stitching so they’ll stand up to the test of time. The JShoes Empire is also fully lined for extra warmth and the interior fabric is richly patterned to add that extra detail we love to see! They’ve even added a reinforced leather tab at the back so you can pull them on with ease.

The sole is a firm rubber to offer comfort and durability with a great look to boot! (Ha!). They are designed to keep you warm in winter and also look totally fabulous. I love the Milkshake and Moss colors – they’ll look great with super skinny pants, leggings or with tights and cute skirt.

It seems like you can also unlace them slightly for a more deconstructed look if you like to be a bit more funky. So take advantage of a great sale and ride this trend through the Spring – you know they’ll still look awesome into the Fall and beyond!!

So if you’re looking for that Gossip Girl high fashion style - get the bargain now!!