This spring, one of the foremost trends is centered on animal print. Traditionally, this reminds us of the tried-and-oh-so-overdone leopard print garments, scarves, bags and what-have-yous. This season, however, there are so many wonderful new options, not least of which includes footwear from former-model-turned-luxury-designer, Tabitha Simmons.

The English-bred shoe designer and now wife to fashion photographer Craig McDean -- who is also a contributing Fashion Editor to VOGUE and has previously styled runway shows for Calvin Klein, Alexander McQueen, and Zac Posen -- is taking the New York scene by storm this Spring.

According to Simon Doonan, Creative Ambassador-at-Large at BARNEYS, this week’s must-have IT shoes are designer Tabitha Simmons’s Painted Snakeskin Peep-Toe Booties. From the classic elongated heel and genuine leather sole to the custom-snakeskin print with striking pops of red throughout, these booties (available in beige/tan) are dripping with sexiness.

These IT shoes are the perfect dose of glamour to style-up any understated ensemble. And best of all, they are currently on sale at BARNEYS.  Take a look now!