After winning Season Four of Project Runway, designer Christian Siriano immediately endeared himself to women everywhere by designing a collection of reasonably priced shoes and handbags for Payless. Inspired by colors and textures of northern Africa, these teetering platform heels let someone else get on with the standard blacks and grays of fall clothing. Featuring a gorgeous Persian green like in the ankle boots above, the Christian Siriano collection gives women something totally new to look forward to. In designing a collection for Payless, Siriano joins fashion luminaries such as Patricia Field, Lela Rose, and Stacey Bendet of Alice+Olivia. The shoes will retail from $25 to $45 when they hit the stores for fall.

For more information visit www.paylessontherunway.com. 

 

Victoria Beckham (source)

Molly Sims (source)

Miley Cyrus (source)

Any way you tie it, bows are making their way into every detail for pre-fall fashion ensembles. From 1970’s-inspired frilly neck tops (like Miley’s plaid variety) to big 1980’s prom dress inspired bows like on Molly Sims and V-Becks, these girly details are truly divine.

The truly daring can pair a frilly neck top with high-waist pants and open toe booties for a seriously fierce office ensemble. And if you are feeling extra saucy, then go for the big satiny bow effect and look for cocktail dresses with a halter neckline and a bow tie at the back, or even a more retro style like on Molly Sims.

If you’re not so sure you are ready to look like a blast from the past, then check out these bowed beauties to get a taste of this trend in a more subtle way:

Betsey Johnson Bow Bangle Watch, $75.00

The perfect accessory to give a menswear look a more feminine feel.

Leather Mini Bow Bag, $29.99

The perfect way to wear this bag: sugar and spice. Pair this uber girly purse with fierce gladiator sandals and a leather (or latex) mini.

STEAL:

Lela Rose for Payless “Peggy” Wedge Sandal, $30.00

My personal favorite, this slingback peep-toe wedge sandal is both timeless and trendy. Worn with a vintage-style flowery dress or to add a little sweetness to a menswear look, this shoe is both versatile and fun.

SPLURGE:

Escada Mini Houndstooth Bow Dress, $1,690.00

Unfortunately, I have to pay the old mortgage this month, otherwise this dress would be in my closet right now. Feel free to send me one in a size 10. Thanks.