Can you feel the decadence oozing from these Maison Martin Margiela open-toe shearling boots? Newly arrived at Shopbop. Two more looks on the next page.

For Holly Fulton’s Spring 2011 show, she teamed up with Swarovski who not only sponsored her show but also collaborated on her accessories. Her trademark and distinct art-deco-inspired patterns were in full effect and adorned her most of her collection including some amazing clutches. She has also worked in a more illustrative aspect into her print work which gives her collection a nice diverse feel. I also stumbled upon this amazing viral lookbook which I just had to share, you can view it here.  Pictures are from Zimbio. AK.

Chromat Garments designed by Becca McCharen & Emily Kappes illustrates the duo’s architecture background with a stunning  collection titled “Shoji,” inspired  by Samurai armors, Shoji screens found in Japanese architecture and the concept  of bringing the foundation of a garment to the outside.  The colletion is minimal with a hint of bondage and we’re smitten with the transformation of boning, elastic and rope into sexy wearble art. On the next page enjoy a view of the complete  Chromat Garments collection.

Nicki Minaj grabs the cover for the October issue of Complex magazine, wearing fishnets and heels, and chats about her different voices, new management rumors (Diddy??) and who is the ultimate boss. Says the wise young Minaj, “Actually, when I’ve relied on people in the past is when I’ve made the biggest mistakes. When I trust my gut, I win.” More image after the flip. Via Globalgrind.

Accessory designer Tanaya Henry (ab0ve), another HS indie fave, did a presentation of her Autumn Lace by Tanaya line at Dowtown boutique Ferality Show last week during fashion week. She had lots of new offerings, including a piece that drapes over the back and shoulders, plus new versions of the original Lace. Lots of the ladies there were “laced-up,” and it was amazing to see how much pop and pizzaz these pieces add to any outfit. Available of purchase here, including the set Nicki Minaj wore in her “Your Love” video.

Now that the NY Fashion Week is over, we’re starting to hear from some of our favorite indie brands, including Claw Money, whose super fantastic claw logo knows no match among her peers. This time, designer mastermind Claudia combined the logo with one of her fave shopping destinations, Bloomies, using the same font from the famoux lux chain to creat ” Clawmingdales.” The autumn collection features three-quarter-length sleeve shirts, loose-fitting crop tops, and a kimono sleeve tee, plus sweatsuits, leggings and even a pair of panties, in tan, navy and charcoal. The featured model? Why that would be notorious grafitti artist, Utah.

Accessory line Miss Wax’s Autumn 2010 lookbook landed in our mailboxes this morning.  The pop art/ architectural elements are still there, but this collection definitely adds and edgier element, too, with the finger talons, wrap earrings and shoulder armor relfecting the new attitude. Defintely the brand’s strongest collection yet. Keep an eye out for the fashion used in the lookbook, which includes Hellz, Rose Ponizel and Rojas. Look for the collection to hit stores in November.

Marc Jacob’s Spring 2011 runway presentation was so dark the shoes didn’t get much shine, but Fashionising got a great shot of some sandals, which are a bit of a new direction for mark–less whimsical and more serious.

Caught a glimpse of one of Kerin Rose’s latest fashion eyewear for A- morir , the D’Arcy, at the G-Star show. View them modeled by Kerin herself on the flip striking a pose with  Tanaya Henry of Lace.

I may struggle to walk in heels (sacrilege I know) but that doesn’t mean I don’t   appreciate the immense beauty and appeal of the high heeled shoe. So I was excited to see Saks Fifth Avenue and Footwear News are teaming up to find the sexiest shoe of 2010. The competition runs from 16th September until the 18th October, with 23 pairs being selected, including the usual suspects–Christian Louboutin, Chanel, Jimmy Choo and Manolo Blahnik. You can vote in-store  (NYC’s 10022 SHOE boutique on Saks Fifth Avenue’s 8th floor) where all 23 pairs are also available to buy. More info can be found at Saksfifthavenue. Photos from Refinery29. AK