Autumn footwear is heating up nicely with many lines taking a more modern approach. While many lines are remaining on track or planning “continuations” of their classic looks, The Generic Man continues to experiment with fabrics and colors on their various silhouettes, giving them a very unique look in the crowd.  We bring your a first look at The Generic Man Autumn 2009 collection. Our favorite, The Chuckman, returns in a variety of colorways (shown above), but for those who want to remain traditional, be sure and check the patent black Tux model with it’s double overlay upper. Find them soon at Barneys US, Beauty & Youth Japan, and Antonia in Milan.

Many more looks at The Generic Man Autumn 2009 Footwear collection after the jump.

We’ve managed to get a very sneaky peek at a couple of sneakers from Alexander McQueen’s SS10 collection, which were part of their presentation from Paris last week. The dandified trainers are a sneaker version of an oxford shape-wise, using the laceless style that’s been growing in popularity.

After the leap you can see the paint splattered version of the sneaker and we’ll have more McQueen sneak peeks later on this week.

The dudes from one of our favourite online blogs, Street Etiquette, were at the Pop-Up Flea. The store received a flood of blog love when it was announced and, judging from the pictures, it lived up to every expectation.

Amongst the vintage finds were a number of our favourite brands, including columnists Billy Kirk, 3Sixteen and Alexander Olch.

Check out more pictures of the event after the leap.

Mark McNairy brings contemporary appeal to classic footwear. As creative director of J. Press, McNairy has built a strong reputation for breathing new life into traditional garments. The shoes are constructed by hand in England (Northamptonshire to be exacted) on a Goodyear welt. The uppers allow for multiple sole replacement, meaning you can dance several years of nights away in these fine loafers and bucks. Above is the “Lincoln” a tan suede loafer.

After the jump check out the “Fred,” an ivory suede buck. Both shoes are now in stock at Epaulet.

H(Y)R turn us onto Our Legacy’s SS10 footwear collection, which was previewed at the Capsule Paris event last week. The collection is a continuation rather than a departure, carrying on Our Legacy’s ethos of adapting classic styles for a younger audience. As usual, Our Legacy shoes remain a great purchase for those who can’t get hold of Church’s seasonal collections – incredibly difficult to get hold of outside of visiting a store – which are priced at around the same as Our Legacy shoes.

Aside from the Oxfords featured above, other shoes included in this preview are a pair of loafers and suede boots.

Fashionisto gives their take on the Tim Hamilton Spring 2010 show. “For his first Paris junket, American designer Tim Hamilton looked to the stars above for inspiration and the end result is a futuristic collection that seems simple enough, but not for the faint of heart. The collection’s garments are loose and relaxed, but with reason. Embracing a sheer and sheen policy, the collection evolves around see-through numbers like the translucent coat or nylon leggings…” Read the full write-up at Fashonisto.

More views from the Tim Hamilton Spring 2010 Paris Runway show after the jump.

“A collaboration between supermodel Joni Harbeck and photographer Neil Krug for upcoming PULP BOOK(200+ images). Prints available in limited edition.” (cqc)

This handheld FLIP video of RIck Owen’s Spring/Summer 2010 runway show is a great example of how a bird eyes view can give a unique perspective on fashion. Be sure to examine the footwear and the runway music. (a shaded view)

After the jump, a great photo of from Jak & Jil of the finale.

The most talked about show coming out of Paris is arguably the John Galliano “Napolean Bonaparte” inspired runway show held inside a decade old abandoned pool. Armand Limander for NYT’s “The Moment” put it best, “His fantastic exposition, set to a blaring soundtrack that included an homage to Michael Jackson, piled on an assortment of distressed leather jackets, heavily embroidered coats, amazing turbans (some made out of shirts), wreaths of flowers and, needless to say, plenty of his signature underwear. The models were transformed into historical characters, whether it was in reference to Bonaparte’s travels to Egypt and Sicily, or the reinterpretation of his grand military silhouettes in the 1927 silent film “Napoléon” by Abel Gance…” (photos:menstyle)

More views from the John Galliano Spring/Summer 2010 runway show after the jump.

01. Fashion Blogs Pay Tribute to the King of Pop

“At 3:45pm yesterday, the Cut posted an item titled “Michael Jackson Won’t Wear Balmain for His Upcoming Tour.” Several hours later, they were forced to add an update. That’s how obsessed the fashion world was withMichael Jackson—up to the afternoon he died, he was still making headlines. Below, we’ve rounded up tributes from the blogs.” (racked)

02. Now Rocking | Jet Blue Live

“There aren’t many reasons why anyone would want to spend extra time in an airport, but here’s one: Jet Blue officially introduces its Live from T5 concert series at its new Kennedy Airport terminal today. At 5 p.m. on select Fridays from now until Nov. 25, the airline will provide a stage for some really interesting indie musical acts including…” (themoment)

03. Cargotecture / HyBrid Architecture + Assembly (above)

“HyBrid Architecture + Assembly’s building system, coined “Cargotecture”, offers a sustainable, modular and affordable alternative to traditional construction methods.  The Seattle-based architecture and general contracting firm recently created the first cargo container buildings for Seattle in the design district of the Georgetown area.” (archdaily)

04. RCA’s Design Interactions Thesis Show 2009 opens today!

“e annual Royal College of Art Thesis Show opens today, and, as usual, the projects are awesome. Ranging from a system that creates clouds that snow ice cream to archival burial vessels, each project takes a close look at the cultural potential for technology now, in the future and in the fictional pas.” (core77)