Rock 'n' roll-inspired accents are a huge trend for fall '08 fashion—think classic black leather motorcycle jackets and animal prints, a perennial favorite. This fall, you'll see plenty of metal dressings on your classic black boots and pumps, from seductive zippers and chains to hard-edged studs.

Velvet Angels, a new footwear brand founded by former L.A.M.B. footwear designer Joe Ponce, elevates the heavy-metal trend with innovative touches, like the Catty shoe, featuring a row of bullets that line this sexy, black leather T-strap.

Goodbye stilettos, hello platforms. While wearing shoes with thick, sky-high heels may seem intimidating and scary, it's actually the latest trend. Think cut-out wedges and architectural designs when donning this look—the chunkier the better! These T-strap wedges from Steve Madden ($149.95) are perfecto.

Like so many of this year's trends, the Victorian-styled boot hearkens to another bygone era, reviving tried-and-true styles that still manage to command attention. Whether tied up or buttoned up, these boots are perfect for highlighting tights worn with tunics and dresses. With its snakeskin embossed leather and vibrant lavender suede, the Beatrice boot by Klub Nico combines Victorian style with other key trends for fall, like exotics and eggplant-purple hues .