The John Galliano Fall 2009 shoe collection was inspired by Russian-Balkan folklore, which is somewhat evident in the shoes wood soles. Personally, I think the collection is spectacular, with shoes that only the truly fierce could pull off. The lace up shoes with the single pom pom detail and the skinny metallic heel is spectacular, however the ones that lace up the leg to the knee is a bit over the top. My favorites were the leather heart shoes, but no matter how wonderful or outrageous the upper portion of the shoe was, the focal point is the sole and heel. The cut out, double platform gives an illusion that the shoe is floating. And that heel! It's practically a stilt. I love this collection, but there is no way I could wear any of these shoes. Hopefully by fall, he will put some of these designs on a more user friendly heel.

What do you think of these shoes?