Until they gain stable enough footing to expand their lines into accessories collections, or they start out focusing on extras, smaller apparel designers aren’t known for the side dishes, like shoes and handbags. The major fashion houses seem to maintain that monopoly: Balenciaga shoes routinely become iconic, Fendi and Marc Jacobs churn out “it” bags like soft serve; and earlier this year Kaiser Karl brought us an entire carousel of giant Chanel accessories.

So far this season we’ve seen unremarkable accessories in the Elie Tahari show, and Jason Wu’s models sported some hot peeptoe pumps (above). And… thats it. And while we’re only a day in and still awaiting snaps of many of the shows, the accessories front seems pretty barren.

While a lot of designer pieces and overall looks can be easily replicated without paying thousands of dollars, shoes tend to spark fashion revolutions and hysterics. Those little extras are what create the buzz, the wait lists, new fans and backlash. They’re the protein of the runways! Over the next week I expect a buffet of life-altering accessories trends. If the only extras for spring are the goody bags at the tents, we’ll have to settle for last season’s leftovers.