The Ultimate Shoe Guide 2008

Attention, minimalists: While flapper-era versions will be flooding the shoe shelves come fall, check out Calvin Klein’s spare translation. Unlike its thicker cousins, this T-strap works better with black crepe than wool tweed.

Ultra Violet
Purple—as in eggplant and plum—is strong for fall clothes, but the trend shows a new intensity south of the shin in bold takes like these strappy sandals. Worried about how they will play with others in your closet? Trust us, they’re super-congenial. They look pretty with brown, navy and gray.

From top:
Patent leather platforms, Calvin Klein Collection, $595; 212-292-9000.

Leather platforms with rubber soles and wooden heels, Shoes for Lovely People, $120; at Point Shoes, 212-354-4070.