Sep. 23, 2009 (PR Newswire) -- TOPEKA, Kan., Sept. 23 /PRNewswire/ -- Payless ShoeSource, the retailer on a mission to democratize fashion in footwear and accessories by offering the most in-demand styles at affordable prices, announced today the availability of its fall collection of footwear and accessories. The collection includes the first-ever Christian Siriano for Payless(TM) designer line, in addition to exclusive Payless designers labels Lela Rose for Payless(TM) and alice + olivia for Payless(TM).

As summer slips away and consumers begin to exchange sundresses for pants and jeans, Payless delivers the latest fall trends at prices that fashion fans on a budget can easily afford. Even in today's tight economic times, shoppers can still update their fall wardrobe with the season's must-have accessories including peep-toe booties, oxford pumps, and embellished flats, as well as leggings, legwarmers and draped chain jewelry. Price points start as low as under $10 -- and designer products start at $30 -- an item.

The Christian Siriano for Payless designer line debuts with four footwear and two handbag styles that take Siriano's sleek Egyptian-inspired runway aesthetic in an edgy direction. The collection includes "Saunter," a pointed-toe flat; "Slither," an ankle bootie; "Sandstrap," a hidden platform ankle-strap sandal; "Strut," a hidden platform pump; and the "Shanbag" over-sized tote and "Sassafras" ruffled clutch. The bootie, sandal, and pump feature Christian's unique chunky conical heel designed to look like an inverted pyramid. Faux-snakeskin materials and hieroglyphic prints also bring to life the golden tones of the desert, while rich teal and turquoise recall the waters of the Nile. Bronze-like chains and pyramid stud zipper details provide additional accents.

The Lela Rose for Payless designer label is back this fall season with a sophisticated twist on Rose's "enchanted forest" fall inspiration with products inspired by all its amazing living things. The line includes five footwear and two handbag styles: the "Mallory" shootie, "Newell" ballet flat, "Everett" round-toe pump, "Halsey" peep-toe pump, "Exeter" t-strap pump, "Flanders" tote, and "Almy" clutch. The styles are presented in materials such as a cobalt sueded fabric and multi-colored tweed that bring to mind the vivid hues of a butterfly or the petals of a wildflower. The "Exeter" pump features intricate cut-outs and straps that appear to "cage" the foot - a nod to Rose's concept of an insect's exoskeleton.

Stacey Bendet's Fall '09 collection for alice + olivia for Payless tells the stories of three stylish girls living in some of the world's most fashionable cities: Paris, New York, and Los Angeles.