Rachael's stylist shares these tidbits on hot, "must-have" shoe styles for fall so you can get a head start shopping for the season!

These stylish rubber boots will brighten up even the greyest of dark, rainy days.

There's no longer a reason to be depressed on rainy days! These rubber boots will have you stepping out in style, no matter what the weather and still keep dry.

• Get some J. Crew wellies and stomp around like Rach.

• When she's feeling chic, Rach dons her Burberrys.

• Target rain boots come in lots of fun colors and designs.

For less outdoorsy conditions, check out the platform pump with a peep toe for added flair.

Banish images of Gene Simmons from your mind, these aren't those kind of platforms. This classic style will always be in vogue so get a good pair and you'll wear them forever.

• Rachael's peep-toe platforms are L'Autre Chose

• Designer Marc Fisher has some in his new Fall collection
  

• Mossimo and Xhiliration pumps are available at Target

It's more than a shoe and not quite a boot... it's a "shoe-bootie!"

If these look familiar, it's probably because you wore something similar in the 80s. Before heading into the dark recesses of your closet to dig out your old pair, check out these updated options.

• Rachael's are DKNY

• Rock this fall trend in a pair of Steve Maddens

• Different heights and different types at Target

Check out all these styles at Zappos.com