There’s a different breed of Mary Janes out there, and it comes with crisscross ankle straps. The design isn’t new but it’s currently hot, and I’m featuring it today because it hasn’t been featured here in Love Mary Janes yet.

The most recent sighting of this unique baby was on Kristen Stewart’s feet during the 2010 MTV Movie Awards.

Kristen Stewart at the 2010 MTV Movie Awards

The shoes look exactly like peep toe Mary Jane pumps, except that there are two straps instead of the usual one, and the straps are crossed to form an X.

I found similar styles from Zappos.com in case you want one. Some are actually more like sandals rather than pumps. The closest one are the pairs from BCBGeneration and Jessica Simpson:

From center: BCBGeneration Trilogy, on sale for US$80; Jessica Simpson Laqua, US$79; Franco Sarto Atlas, US$89; Michael Antonio Tinsley, US$55; Carlos by Carlos Santana Calico, US$79

I rarely see Vanessa Hudgens in Mary Janes so when I saw her don a pair at the Get Him to the Greek premiere, I simply had to write about it.

The High School Musical starlet paired her black platform peep toe MJs with a mini dress that showed off her toned gams. She finished her look with a plush bomber jacket for added coolness.

Nicely done, V!

Vanessa Hudgens and Zac Efron

Now let’s zoom in on the Mary Janes:

Vanessa Hudgens’ Peep Toe MJs

I like it. It’s an interesting pair. Not show-stopping, but definitely interesting. I like the unique curved detailing on the front; it gives the shoe a fresh twist. I also like how the platform is thick but not too thick – simply just right.

If you like it, try these:

Chinese Laundry Suzy Q, US$65

Jessica Simpson Nutella, US$89

And pair it with the following to get Vanessa’s look:

MINKPINK Paradise Dress, on sale for US$76 at Chickdowntown.com

L.A.M.B. Leather Jacket, on sale for US$431 at Chickdowntown.com

I love Katy Perry. I enjoy listening to her music, and I love her fashion sense. It’s bordering on outrageous, but she manages to pull it off without looking ridiculous. There is just something appealing about her colorful outfits, shoes, and hair accessories. Her style has a vintage feel to it. She reminds me of a 60′s pin-up girl. I would put her in the same category as Christina Aguilera – somewhat Old Hollywood.

Most often than not, Katy Perry pairs her signature look with a pair of Mary Janes. She wears these shoes in different colors, one to match each outfit, as clearly seen on the pictures below.

Katy Perry loving her Mary Jane shoes

To copy Katy Perry’s Mary Janes, here are a few suggestions, all under US$100:

Leg Avenue Babydoll Mary Janes, US$30 at Shoebuy.com

Jessica Simpson Sigel Mary Janes, US$71 at Shoebuy.com

Ellie Shoes Ellie Jane Mary Janes, US$29 at Shoebuy.com

Honey Bee Emma Mary Janes, US$75 at Shoebuy.com

Not satisfied with these suggestions, try visiting Shoebuy.com. They have a wide selection of Mary Janes, some of which are on discount.