Stars Put Their Best Foot Forward

Celebrities have made their mark in the world of jewelry, fragrances and denim, so why not footwear as well?

That’s the mindset behind rocker Fergie’s new two-part shoe line, “Fergie/Fergalicious”, which is set to debut in February 2009.  The singer says the goal of her line is to make fashionable and comfortable shoes that women will love to wear.

Fergie recently told reporters that both of her new collections have their own “subtle iconic ornamentation and details representing symbols that are important to me, and recognized by my fans.”

In addition, the star says she is also making sure her lines are affordable to all her fans. The first, “Fergie”, line will retail between $89-$129 and the second, “Fergalicious”, line will retail between $49-$59.

Another star going for the sole is “Project Runway” winner Christian Siriano.  The innovative designer just announced that he plans to lend his skills to a line for Payless Shoes.

Siriano has reportedly inked a multi-season deal with the affordable footwear retailer to produce his first stand-alone line of shoes and handbags.

“I’m so excited to design and create with such an amazing brand that is all about fashion and trend but, most importantly, is also about affordability,” Siriano declared in a press statement. “I can’t wait to see how [Payless] will take the high-end shoes and bags I’m designing for the runway and turn them into pieces that everyone can buy. I’m all about the runway and the sidewalks!”

Siriano’s Payless collection will be unveiled at his runway show during New York Fashion Week next February and you can try out his designs when they debut at Payless Shoe stores nationwide next fall.

Siriano says his entire collection of one-of-a-kind footwear will be priced in the $25 - $45 range.

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