Well what do you know, amidst the wind and rain and abnormally cold temperatures for autumn, there is reason to be excited this morning – Rebecca Minkoff is launching a line of footwear for spring 2011!

Expanding her cult collection of cool ready-to-wear handbags, Minkoff will be adding 25 shoe styles to her accessories label, Nitrolicious reports, which will make their debut on her RTW runway this fashion week – but it’s been three years a-coming for the designer.

“I’ve always been obsessed with shoes,” she says. “I’ve been wanting to do this for three years, but I wanted to wait until it felt right.”

And now that it does, Rebecca’s working her signature sleek style across her new shoes, most of which will feature a trademark leather MAB flap – a reference to her first ever handbag, the Morning After Bag, if you recall, fashion fans.

Needless to say, we’ve already picked our favourites – the Vamp platform which have a decidedly disco design in a nude/navy with silver pebble leather, and the Brooke mini wedge in tan leather and Dalmation haircalf – that come next spring we’ll be wearing religiously.

You’ll be pleased to know they’ll begin retail at a rather reasonable $160 and reach up towards $395, too.

Who loves Vivienne Westwood shoes? Everyone does, especially the folks at Selfridges – the luxury department store is hosting the world’s first Vivienne Westwood shoe exhibition, showcasing the designer’s most iconic styles from the last four decades.

And with nearly 200 shoes, it’s a pretty extensive collection, let us tell you. Called Vivienne Westwood Shoes: An Exhibition – 1973-2010, the space in Selfridges Ultralounge will display the dame’s signature styles throughout her incredible career in fashion, with pieces from her oldest archives to shoes from her latest collection.

Pirate boots of the 80s? Check. Super Elevated Gillie platforms of the 90s (the ones that famously made Naomi Campbell topple down the runway)? You betcha, and plenty more besides, all because, in the words of Viv herself, we must never underestimate the power of the heel: “Shoes must have very high heels and platforms,” she says, “to put women’s beauty on a pedestal.”

Wise words indeed. Oh, and did we mention it opens this week and is free? We suggest you mark Thursday in your diaries, fashion fans – this is one must-see exhibition if ever there was one.

Vivienne Westwood Shoes: An Exhibition – 1973 – 2010 runs from 26th August – 22nd September at the Ultralounge on the lower ground floor of London’s Selfridges. Visit theevents page for more information

Want to know what to buy from this week’s in-store drop? Take a little inspiration from us – every week we’ll scour the virtual rails of our favourite online haunts to bring you 10 hotter-than-hot items that style-savvy shoppers are just dying to get their hands on as they land.

In this week: new-season trousers, staple separates and hot heeled loafers to take you to the office in style.

1. Jaeger Zebra jacket, ￡225, my-wardrobe.com
A statement jacket is a must-have addition to your workwear wardrobe, and this graphic monochrome striped version from Jaeger is top of our working wish-list. We love its structure shoulders and piping detail – and the zip fastening puts a tough twist on traditional tailoring.

2. Suede Pleat Shorts, ￡65, Topshop
Work the transitional weather with a pair of suede shorts – with their soft tailoring and pleat details not only will this pair from Topshop work well for the office, they’ll also become your go-to for easy day dressing.

3. KG by Kurt Geiger Menezes shoe boot, ￡120, Kurt Geiger
A classic black boot will be your best friend at work, and we love KG by Kurt Geiger’s sleek Menezes which ooze understated elegance. Team with tailored trousers or your favourite pencil skirt for a contemporary-classic look.

4. Wool Wide-leg Trousers, ￡199, Jaeger
Make like a Celine girl and channel this season’s 70s-inspired silhouette with a pair of wide-leg trousers. Jaeger’s camel-coloured wool pair with flattering pleats and a bow-tie waist are the perfect statement piece this season (and more to come) – simply add a silk vest and tan heels and you’re hot to trot.

5. Lee Angel Layered Square Ring, ￡26, theOutnet.com
Workwear doesn’t have to be plain and boring – add a bit of spice with a piece of statement jewellery. We love the mix of colours and textures in Lee Angel’s layered square ring, and it’s an absolute bargain to boot.

6. Praline High Loafer Shoes, ￡80, Topshop
Heeled loafers are autumn’s go-to sensible shoe, but for a pair a bit more office-appropriate than Balenciaga’s multi-coloured pair, head to Topshop for its praline-coloured platform versions – they’ll go with all your staple separates and will act as an instant update to your existing work wear wardrobe.

7. Dancin’ Around Dress, ￡100, French Connection
For an easy throw-on piece, look no further than French Connection’s Dancin’ Around dress. It’s simple and stylish, and will become a great base for layering when the weather drops.

8. By Zoe Oward tapered trousers, ￡102, my-wardrobe.com
Tapered trousers are fashion’s favourite way to wear relaxed city tailoring, and we love this laid-back pair from By Zoe. Embrace their French styling and team with a Breton top and heels for an effortlessly cool look at the office.

9. Mango Silk Pocket Shirt, ￡39.90, ASOS
Shirts have always been a work wear staple, but thanks to the new season’s minimalism they’ve been given a whole new significance. Simple pieces in luxe silks are the hottest way to wear them – we’re especially taken with Mango’s silk pocket shirt for pared-down elegance.

10. Anya Hindmarch Fergus Woven Bag, ￡495, Selfridges
A great bag is the finishing touch in any wardrobe, so invest in a cool-classic that’ll last for season’s to come. We love Anya Hidmarch’s Fergus bag that’ll add a bit of office sophistication to your most basic of outfits and will break up all that black you’ve bought.

Nothing gets me more excited than a shoe sale, and while it isn’t the best I’ve seen lately, the Andrea & Joen shoe sale is still worth checking out.

The Andrea & Joen online sale is offering savings of up to 75% on selected styles, with prices starting from $25.

These shoe styles are mainly appropriate for warmer weather (courtesy of the open toes) so it’s a good chance to stock up ready for summer.

My pick of the Andrea & Joen sale is the Mara shoes, pictured here, which are reduced to $65 from $245.

The sale is on until stock is sold out.

By Caroline Warnes

Pink shoes are everywhere this spring, and I am very happy because I love pink shoes. If your not sure colors (pink) for me to bear the color on your shoes is the perfect way to integrate them into your wardrobe. This Christain Louboutin shoes are almost a neon, pink bubble gum and every eye with certainty you will get into the environment. They are Christian Louboutin Paquita 120 satin sandals, and they are satin sling back with a stiletto gladiator sandals that measures 5 cm high and 1 January inch platform. You feel like a 4-inch heel. Available at Net a Porter, $ 995