It is probably safe to say that I am not alone in my obsessive anticipation of tomorrow’s season premier for Project Runway Season 5.  I can hardly bear the wait.

As an enthusiastic (if occasional) seamstress, I am inspired by the design challenges as well as the fantastic footwear. And what footwear it was last season. My personal favorite, the “Marie Antoinette” by Christian Dior is still available at Bluefly; today only it is $440.99, an additional 10% off the normal $489.99.

And that they have it available in a 7.5 is tempting. But I have already purchased a lower-end beaded slide by Naughty Monkey while it was on clearance earlier this year:

And, while I have been unable to find anyone still selling the Naughty Monkey shoe, you can still grab the similar “Diana” by Beverly Feldman care of Zappos for $152.10 in Black Crepe (below) or  Python/Silver (not pictured):

As for me, It looks like I’m probably covered on swaggy beaded sandals for awhile.

So, the real Shoeblog question:  What new shoe will replace last season’s “Patron Shoe” of Project Runway?

And now, in anticipation of tomorrow’s season premier, I took a sneak peak at this season’s hopefuls.

I find myself particularly excited because 3 of these designers hail from towns that I have at various times called “Home”.

It could be interesting to see what these folks from agricultural towns and small-town Americal have to offer.

Hope it’s at least as fun as last season.

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Christian Lacroix knows how to do feminine footwear. Often the sparklier, the better.

But I am drawn to these natural woven leather heels, which for Lacroix, are downright conservative.

Zappos is down to it’s last size: 38.5 (US which certainly isn’t going to fit my foot. Perhaps a Lacroix fan could pick it up at the clearance price of 46% off its original price of $719.

Like the style but not the price tag? Oh Deer has their ‘PB&J’ which is a cork-styled shoe apparently inspired by the LaCroix original. At $120 it is a bit more appealing to the budget-conscious.

Available in most sizes from both Shoebuy.com and Shoes.com, among others. Don’t forget to check out our Deals and Steals area to see if there are any current coupon codes available.

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-The pointed toe has returned. -Via Manolo the ShoeBlogger

-Michael Douglas thinks that wife Catherine Zeta Jones has too many shoes. Apparently, even rich and famous women are not immune to teasing by their spouses. -Via The South Wales Evening Post

-This last piece of shoe news strikes too close my home, especially since the man is still at large -woman is stabbed with stiletto heel of her shoe. Ladies, if this ever happens to you, be sure to get that wound checked on. - Via Seattle Times

-We’ve already blogged about the Regis and Kelly High Heel-a-thon (here and here), but this last video was almost too painful to watch. For this man who partook in the events, he was in way over his heels. My sympathies go out to him and to all high heel sufferers. -Via YouTube

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Worn for an all-day interview (three interviews with teams of 4-6 people, two tests, one “business” lunch)–elegant, feather-light, superbly comfortable. Got them at a Nordstrom sale a couple of years back — they were 70% off (still ended up being over $100) , but hey! A girl can’t do without a dress pump in her wardrobe, even one as averse to heels as I am. There is something about this nearly-3 inch heel that is so well-proportioned, perfectly angled, and light, that you practically don’t notice that you’re wearing heels at all. All the materials are light and supple, and the arch support is perfect. I had both the heels and the tips tapped for endurance, and I’m counting on them for many more years to come.

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Shipping is also free with code–so what I’m saying is, that’s a good opportunity to save on gorgeous Manolos, cheeky Pradas, sassy Guccis, and other similar fashion weaknesses you might have. Here’s a selection of my favorites:

Manolo Blahnik Leopard Sting Ray sandals, now $308 (down from $685):

Manolo Blahnik Scalloped Patent sandals, now $308 (down from $685):

Prada Wavy T-Strap sandals, now $257 (down from $570):

Tod’s Malibu sandals, now $164 (down from $365):

Giorgio Armani ankle-strap flats, now $191 (down from $425):

Christian Louboutin stretch metallic ballerina, now $234 (down from $520):

Oscar de la Renta ballerina mini wedge, now $233 (down from $555):

Sizes are, of course, limited, so you’d better hurry. Happy bargain hunting, shoe lovers!

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