From Party Pooped...
After completing the holiday cocktail circuit, even va-va-voom patent leather can start to seem dullsville.

To Ready to Revel
Pom-poms are classic wintertime embellishments, says Katie. Plus, they can make everyday shoes evening-ready."

DIY How-To
1. Purchase two metal shoe clips.

2. Select pom-poms (faux-fur or real-deal).

3. Affix pom-poms onto shoe clips with a tab of high-performance glue.

4. Clip onto shoes.

From Pedestrian Pumps...
Basic black shoes can leave you feeling flat-footed -- even if they're 2 inches high.

To Chic Kicks
Wrapping the heels in colorful suede or leather puts some spring in their step.

Cobbler How-To
1. Choose suede or leather swatch (or bring 1 square foot).

2. Request removal of the old leather and replacement with the new. If you don't have a cobbler, you can send your shoes to todeyshoes.com
Approximate cost: $25

From Low Profile...
Right about now, you may be ready to scratch those demure kitten heels from your wardrobe.

To High and Mighty
"Trading in 1 1/2-inch heels for wedges gains height, but not at the expense of comfort," says Katie. Cover the new heels in contrasting leather or suede for a graphic look.

Cobbler How-To

1. Remove existing heels.

2. Add platform wedge.

3. Cover wedge in leather or suede. Approximate cost: $65-$80

Credits: Shoe clips, $3.50 each, craft-supplies-online.com. Faux-fur pom-poms, from $3, mjtrim.com. Rabbit poufs, $3.50 each, Leather, Suede, Skins, 212-967-6616. Magna-Tac glue, $5, wardrobesupplies.com. Gigi Favela Linda" pumps, $375, shopgigifavela.com. Cynthia Steffe skirt, $295, Halls, 800-624-4034. Agent Provocateur fishnets, $20, agentprovocateur.com