Sally, YOU WIN BEST DRESSED. (Sorry I missed your comment at first).
Actually, Topshop makes GREAT footwear, Runs with Scissors. You're dead right. These booties are OTT, but I have to give credit where it's due. Guaranteed, someone will be wearing them at Fashion week.
Cookie Monster booties aside - look at these fun shoes for party wear (Yes, I am already looking at that, and want to do gold for the holidays).