Calling All Fashionistas

[jannieC]

I got a fabulous suit today for my intern interview. It's a deep chocolate brown with teeny light pink pin stripes. Anyway, the skirt is kind of short, so I'm going to wear brown tights. My question is, what is the style of shoe one wears with this type of skirt? Are pumps still in and if so, pointy, round, or square toed? Any help is greatly appreciated- I need to go find some shoes ASAP!

[carrie721]

pointy toe will always elongate your legs!

[DrummerDeanna]

Platform Reeboks go with everything and are comfortable while also being fashionably hideous. :p

Once again, I'm of no help. :sorry:

[jannieC]

Platform Reeboks go with everything and are comfortable while also being fashionably hideous. :p

Once again, I'm of no help. :sorry:

This is a very serious question, Deanna. :mad:



:laugh:

[DrummerDeanna]

This is a very serious question, Deanna. :mad:



:laugh:

Sorry...I couldn't resist....:cool:

[carrie721]

choc. brown/pink sounds fab. how short is the skirt?

[DrummerDeanna]

choc. brown/pink sounds fab. how short is the skirt?

It does sound like a neat suit..I LOVE browns...

And depending on how short the skirt is, make sure you learn from Brittney and please wear underwear :p


:sorry:

[carrie721]

It does sound like a neat suit..I LOVE browns...

And depending on how short the skirt is, make sure you learn from Brittney and please wear underwear :p


:sorry:

hahahaha ... oh sweet lord. yes, please do, jannie. :shocked:

[jannieC]

The skirt is kind of short, but not Britney-ish. And tights will help. Plus, if I don't wear underwear, maybe I'll get the job???

Oh, and let me just say that this suit was brand new, with tags saying $90 and I got it for $8. :cool:

[Red]

I got a fabulous suit today for my intern interview. It's a deep chocolate brown with teeny light pink pin stripes. Anyway, the skirt is kind of short, so I'm going to wear brown tights. My question is, what is the style of shoe one wears with this type of skirt? Are pumps still in and if so, pointy, round, or square toed? Any help is greatly appreciated- I need to go find some shoes ASAP!

You rang??:p

You're bang on with the tights - that's the best thing to werar if a skirt is a bit on the short side. Might I suggest a cute rounded toe pump, also in a chocolate brown? It'll go with much of your existing wardrobe as it acts as a neutral, but the brown on brown will make your legs look like they go on forever. Rounded toes with tapered heels are everywhere right now so you should have no problem finding them. Kitten heels are great because they're sexy without being uncomfortable.

Whatever you do, don't let anyone tell you you can wear booties (ankle boots)with tights/skirt combo. I don't care what anyone says, the only type of boots worn with a skirt should go to the knee, but I don't know if you want to be that daring.

Flats could work in theory but you'll run the risk of looking like you're 5.


Update us with what you find!!!

[jannieC]

You rang??:p

You're bang on with the tights - that's the best thing to werar if a skirt is a bit on the short side. Might I suggest a cute rounded toe pump, also in a chocolate brown? It'll go with much of your existing wardrobe as it acts as a neutral, but the brown on brown will make your legs look like they go on forever. Rounded toes with tapered heels are everywhere right now so you should have no problem finding them. Kitten heels are great because they're sexy without being uncomfortable.

Whatever you do, don't let anyone tell you you can wear booties (ankle boots)with tights/skirt combo. I don't care what anyone says, the only type of boots worn with a skirt should go to the knee, but I don't know if you want to be that daring.

Flats could work in theory but you'll run the risk of looking like you're 5.


Update us with what you find!!!

Why thank you Rachel! I will update, maybe even with photos. :D

[ragandbone]

The suit sounds like it has a retro 40's feel. I would say round toe or peep toe, possibly platform, pumps, with very subtle or no detailing (not to conflict with the pinstripe) bows, etc. There are a lot of beautiful pumps like this right now, but of course some of them are too high, or maybe to sexy for an interview. Also, I remember you said you have back problems, so the trick would be to find these sort of shoes with a mid heel, and lots of cushion.
this one is too high, and I think the croc stamp is wrong, but sort of what I mean (http://shop.nordstrom.com/S/2901866/0~2376778~2372808~2372940~2380486?mediumthumbnail=Y&origin=category&searchtype=&pbo=2380486&P=3)

breaking my own rule on the detailing, because this is a cute shoe (http://shop.nordstrom.com/S/2902474/0~2376778~2372808~2372940~2372941?mediumthumbnail=Y&origin=category&searchtype=&pbo=2372941&P=6)

a sensible, versatile option (http://www.zappos.com/n/p/dp/18632510/c/21464.html)

[jannieC]

The suit sounds like it has a retro 40's feel. I would say round toe or peep toe, possibly platform, pumps, with very subtle or no detailing (not to conflict with the pinstripe) bows, etc. There are a lot of beautiful pumps like this right now, but of course some of them are too high, or maybe to sexy for an interview. Also, I remember you said you have back problems, so the trick would be to find these sort of shoes with a mid heel, and lots of cushion.
this one is too high, and I think the croc stamp is wrong, but sort of what I mean (http://shop.nordstrom.com/S/2901866/0~2376778~2372808~2372940~2380486?mediumthumbnail=Y&origin=category&searchtype=&pbo=2380486&P=3)

breaking my own rule on the detailing, because this is a cute shoe (http://shop.nordstrom.com/S/2902474/0~2376778~2372808~2372940~2372941?mediumthumbnail=Y&origin=category&searchtype=&pbo=2372941&P=6)

a sensible, versatile option (http://www.zappos.com/n/p/dp/18632510/c/21464.html)
Those are all adorable. I even like the last pair, but I would feel odd wearing almost flats with a skirt. But. I would love them with pants. You guys are awesome- thanks so much.

[JazmenFlowers]

I was going to suggest boots (knee high, of course) in the same color of the tights or as close as possible. I think that is a precious look. I don't know that I'd suggest heels of any sort with tights. but that's just me.

[jannieC]

I was going to suggest boots (knee high, of course) in the same color of the tights or as close as possible. I think that is a precious look. I don't know that I'd suggest heels of any sort with tights. but that's just me.

Sh*t! Really? :confused: I should have stuck with black but this suit was such a bargain. Boots for a job interview?

[carrie721]

Sh*t! Really? :confused: I should have stuck with black but this suit was such a bargain. Boots for a job interview?

i think you made the right choice with the brown, esp. because of your dark hair - i think black might be too harsh.

what kind of underpinning are you doing on top?

i love suits!

[jannieC]

i think you made the right choice with the brown, esp. because of your dark hair - i think black might be too harsh.

what kind of underpinning are you doing on top?

i love suits!

It could be worn with nothing underneath, but I'm thinking I want to bring out the pink a little. Maybe a tight turtleneck or something.

[DrummerDeanna]

Oooh..and if you're wearing tights DO NOT get open toed shoes..I'm sure this is a common sense thing...but oh how I have stocking feet with open toed shoes...

[JazmenFlowers]

Sh*t! Really? :confused: I should have stuck with black but this suit was such a bargain. Boots for a job interview?

i think you made the right choice with the brown, esp. because of your dark hair - i think black might be too harsh.

what kind of underpinning are you doing on top?

i love suits!
no, I agree. brown is a good choice. especially with the pink stripes. I think that's actually better than black for you. I don't think boots will be any worse than anything else. let me look for some pics of what I'd suggest. hold them horsies.

[JazmenFlowers]

consider...
http://fashiontribes.typepad.com/main/images/banana_brown_boot.jpg
or...
http://images.amazon.com/images/P/B000FFB9B4.16._SCLZZZZZZZ_SS260_V52368484_.jpg

not exactly like the shoe above, but you get the picture. more of a pump than a heel.

do not, under any circumstances, wear anything like this...
http://img314.imageshack.us/img314/6443/footworks67tw.jpg

[jannieC]

consider...
http://fashiontribes.typepad.com/main/images/banana_brown_boot.jpg
or...
http://images.amazon.com/images/P/B000FFB9B4.16._SCLZZZZZZZ_SS260_V52368484_.jpg

not exactly like the shoe above, but you get the picture. more of a pump than a heel.

do not, under any circumstances, wear anything like this...
http://img314.imageshack.us/img314/6443/footworks67tw.jpg

Jason, Jason- for the love of GOD do you really think I would wear anything like that last pair? I know I wore overalls a little longer than some, but please.

Actually, that second pair is the same as the pair ragandbone showed me [EDIT: No, it isn't]. I may have to go with that style- I can't afford to go buy a new pair of boots right now. Although that pair you showed is gorgeous.

[DrummerDeanna]

Jason, Jason- for the love of GOD do you really think I would wear anything like that last pair? I know I wore overalls a little longer than some, but please.

Actually, that second pair is the same as the pair ragandbone showed me [EDIT: No, it isn't]. I may have to go with that style- I can't afford to go buy a new pair of boots right now. Although that pair you showed is gorgeous.

I LOVE LOVE LOVE those wing tipped heels..I saw some at Kohl's last night - but I never wear heels...so I just admired and moved on...

[carrie721]

http://img314.imageshack.us/img314/6443/footworks67tw.jpg

those are only acceptable on dana scully circa 1996.

[JazmenFlowers]

Jason, Jason- for the love of GOD do you really think I would wear anything like that last pair? I know I wore overalls a little longer than some, but please.

Actually, that second pair is the same as the pair ragandbone showed me [EDIT: No, it isn't]. I may have to go with that style- I can't afford to go buy a new pair of boots right now. Although that pair you showed is gorgeous.
I don't think you would, but since I can't hold your hand while you shop I must at least be mother hen and warn you.

:xoxo:

[DrummerDeanna]

those are only acceptable on dana scully circa 1996.

:lol: :laugh: :lol: :laugh:

Ok..that one made me spit my water out....lol..wasn't expecting it --but, my dear, you are correct...:laugh:

[carrie721]

:lol: :laugh: :lol: :laugh:

Ok..that one made me spit my water out....lol..wasn't expecting it --but, my dear, you are correct...:laugh:

i swear to god they are the exact same shoe she was wearing in the S4 ep "unruhe" when that crazy guy stabs her in the foot with the needle. :nod:

edit: oh snap, these are suede, but i'd say the resemblance is striking!

http://xfphotos.fredfarm.com/season4/unruhe/zx-files320.jpg

edit#2: omg, how low is the crotch on those pants???

[DrummerDeanna]

i swear to god they are the exact same shoe she was wearing in the S4 ep "unruhe" when that crazy guy stabs her in the foot with the needle. :nod:

edit: oh snap, these are suede, but i'd say the resemblance is striking!

http://xfphotos.fredfarm.com/season4/unruhe/zx-files320.jpg

edit#2: omg, how low is the crotch on those pants???

:lol: :lol: I hate her pants...I've been noticing the weird style more and more lately...and the resemblence of the shoes IS striking.

[jannieC]

I don't think you would, but since I can't hold your hand while you shop I must at least be mother hen and warn you.

:xoxo:
Oh, but I wish you could- we'd have so much fun! :xoxo:


edit#2: omg, how low is the crotch on those pants???

And how high the waist? That's hilarious.

[carrie721]

And how high the waist? That's hilarious.

it's kinda freaky ... i mean, there's at least a foot of fabric between the waist and the crotch. :laugh:

[xdreamsunwindx]

If you're going the tights route, then you can definitely do a round-toe, so long as the shoes and tights are relatively the same color. I, personally, can never do round-toe pumps with nude tights. It makes the leg look short and stumpy and gives a hoof-like appearance, in my opinion. If the tights (opaque tights = love) and shoe are the same color, it creates a long silhouette. You could also probably do a cute flat with thick tights of the same color, but make sure the flat isn't so high-cut that there is no "toe cleavage."

Now, pointed toe heels can be worn with nude tights, since the pointy toe elongates the leg and it's rather slimming. I've got a pair of pointed toe stillettoes which I think I would die without.

Square toes bother me to an extent, but square heels? No thx.

Yeah, I know. I watch the Isaac Mizrahi show too much.

[Red]

Why thank you Rachel! I will update, maybe even with photos. :D

Oooh, please do!!! I love this kind of stuff, that thread title was like bait for me!

[Red]

consider...
http://fashiontribes.typepad.com/main/images/banana_brown_boot.jpg
or...
http://images.amazon.com/images/P/B000FFB9B4.16._SCLZZZZZZZ_SS260_V52368484_.jpg

not exactly like the shoe above, but you get the picture. more of a pump than a heel.

do not, under any circumstances, wear anything like this...
http://img314.imageshack.us/img314/6443/footworks67tw.jpg


I think I love you. :lol:

Myself, I would have absolutely no problem at all with the knee high boot, but that is a personal style/preference thing. The rounded toe mid/heel is the probably the best option. But I love boots. I have more boots than God.

[jannieC]

If you're going the tights route, then you can definitely do a round-toe, so long as the shoes and tights are relatively the same color. I, personally, can never do round-toe pumps with nude tights. It makes the leg look short and stumpy and gives a hoof-like appearance, in my opinion. If the tights (opaque tights = love) and shoe are the same color, it creates a long silhouette. You could also probably do a cute flat with thick tights of the same color, but make sure the flat isn't so high-cut that there is no "toe cleavage."

Now, pointed toe heels can be worn with nude tights, since the pointy toe elongates the leg and it's rather slimming. I've got a pair of pointed toe stillettoes which I think I would die without.

Square toes bother me to an extent, but square heels? No thx.

Yeah, I know. I watch the Isaac Mizrahi show too much.

You guys are awesome. You have no idea how helpful you're being. I have dressed casual for so many years- I needed my Ledgie fashion divas to set me on the right path. :xoxo:

I think I love you. :lol:

Myself, I would have absolutely no problem at all with the knee high boot, but that is a personal style/preference thing. The rounded toe mid/heel is the probably the best option. But I love boots. I have more boots than God.

Oh, I love boots too. I *adore* boots. I just can't afford to go out and buy a nice brown pair right now! lol

[xdreamsunwindx]

You guys are awesome. You have no idea how helpful you're being. I have dressed casual for so many years- I needed my Ledgie fashion divas to set me on the right path. :xoxo:

No problem! xx

Oh, I love boots too. I *adore* boots. I just can't afford to go out and buy a nice brown pair right now! lol

I adore boots as well. Thing is, besides my military-style combat boots and my platform hooker boots, the only ones I own are gogo boots:

http://us.st11.yimg.com/us.st.yimg.com/I/mydivascloset_1921_57613240

http://us.st11.yimg.com/us.st.yimg.com/I/mydivascloset_1921_70716689

http://us.st11.yimg.com/us.st.yimg.com/I/mydivascloset_1921_70415618

They're so much fun, though. Maybe I should just drop everything and strive to be a gogo girl. I certainly have the wardrobe.

[ragandbone]

Oh, I love boots too. I *adore* boots. I just can't afford to go out and buy a nice brown pair right now! lol

I *had* to take a detour through the boot pages while online shopping for your shoes.
I love my boots, and I have them all lined up on the top shelf of the closet, where I can admire them. I have even saved boots from high school.

[Janet]

The suit sounds like it has a retro 40's feel. I would say round toe or peep toe, possibly platform, pumps, with very subtle or no detailing (not to conflict with the pinstripe) bows, etc. There are a lot of beautiful pumps like this right now, but of course some of them are too high, or maybe to sexy for an interview. Also, I remember you said you have back problems, so the trick would be to find these sort of shoes with a mid heel, and lots of cushion.
this one is too high, and I think the croc stamp is wrong, but sort of what I mean (http://shop.nordstrom.com/S/2901866/0~2376778~2372808~2372940~2380486?mediumthumbnail=Y&origin=category&searchtype=&pbo=2380486&P=3)

breaking my own rule on the detailing, because this is a cute shoe (http://shop.nordstrom.com/S/2902474/0~2376778~2372808~2372940~2372941?mediumthumbnail=Y&origin=category&searchtype=&pbo=2372941&P=6)

a sensible, versatile option (http://www.zappos.com/n/p/dp/18632510/c/21464.html)

That middle shoe is exactly what I was thinking!!

[gldstwmn]

I was going to suggest boots (knee high, of course) in the same color of the tights or as close as possible. I think that is a precious look. I don't know that I'd suggest heels of any sort with tights. but that's just me.

Boots all the way. :nod:

[gldstwmn]

consider...
http://fashiontribes.typepad.com/main/images/banana_brown_boot.jpg

HOT!


do not, under any circumstances, wear anything like this...
http://img314.imageshack.us/img314/6443/footworks67tw.jpg

Jeeezus! My eyes...I'm trying to have breakfast over here.

[DavidMn]

I was going to suggest boots (knee high, of course) in the same color of the tights or as close as possible. I think that is a precious look. I don't know that I'd suggest heels of any sort with tights. but that's just me.I'm dissapointed girl that it took you this long to respond. :xoxo: I've always considered you to be on the cutting edge.:cool:

[elie]

I know I 'm late, but may I add:
I would definetely wear round-toes with a suit like that.
Esp. something like the (second)photo Jason posted .
However, I have one question: when you say "tights" in the US, you don't mean something like unfooted tight trousers, right? Does it mean a thicker pantyhose?:o

[JazmenFlowers]

Does it mean a thicker pantyhose?:o
yes, pretty much.

[elie]

yes, pretty much.

Oh, all right. Thank you very much.
Is it more common to wear pantyhose than tights at work? I usually wear tights (that is more than 40 Den), I feel more comfortable in them. However, I have a feeling that they look less formal somehow.

[cliffdweller]

If you're not going the boot route (which is my first choice), do the retro, round-toe, brown, pump. Those shoes are CUTE!!

[cliffdweller]

Oh, all right. Thank you very much.
Is it more common to wear pantyhose than tights at work? I usually wear tights (that is more than 40 Den), I feel more comfortable in them. However, I have a feeling that they look less formal somehow.

I love, love, love tights. I can't think in pantyhose :laugh:.

[JazmenFlowers]

If you're not going the boot route (which is my first choice), do the retro, round-toe, brown, pump. Those shoes are CUTE!!
I should SO be a personal shopper or stylist.

to pick 2 items to go with Jannie's outfit sight unseen and have y'all like them...THAT.is talent. :D

[cliffdweller]

I should SO be a personal shopper or stylist.

to pick 2 items to go with Jannie's outfit sight unseen and have y'all like them...THAT.is talent. :D


You should have your own show on E! Those other yahoos suck! :laugh:

[JazmenFlowers]

You should have your own show on E! Those other yahoos suck! :laugh:
totally!

I could do 100X better than that Robert dude that always has his "trademark" sunglasses on his head. pffft. :rolleyes:

[sparky]

Okay, this has nothing to do with Homegirl's shoe dilemma. But it is a fashion thing. I was headed to a party Saturday night, and stopped by the store. I was in line with my la dee da prepared deli foods and beer.
There was this woman in front of me. About 60ish. She was done up in a pretty snazzy ensemble. She had a longish ash blonde pageboy cut. An olivey green/emerald kind of two tone silk organza asian looking jacket with those kind of kimono buttons. Her top was a darker green slightly glittery knit thing.
Under this she had on a two layered black chiffon skirt that hit about mid calf. The base of all this was sheer black stockings and some high heeled sleek little slingbacky kind of shoes. There was some greeny kind of accent on them. Just conservative enough for her age, but a little snap to the whole thing. Oh, and she had some filigreed kind of jade drop earrings and matching necklace that was a bit oversized. I totally checked her out and thought she really had a cool thing going on.

Imagine my horror and shock when she went to walk away and hauled a battered looking, scratched up 30 year old brown leather purse off the counter! It look like she had mugged the pony express. It belonged hanging off the ass end of a dusty horse. It was a fu*king saddlebag and just as big. I usually don't even notice **** like that but it was a fashion tragedy. I was dying to run up and steal her purse, just to save her from the humiliation of dragging that tragic sack into her fancy cocktail party.:laugh:

[rbs3676]

Okay, this has nothing to do with Homegirl's shoe dilemma. But it is a fashion thing. I was headed to a party Saturday night, and stopped by the store. I was in line with my la dee da prepared deli foods and beer.
There was this woman in front of me. About 60ish. She was done up in a pretty snazzy ensemble. She had a longish ash blonde pageboy cut. An olivey green/emerald kind of two tone silk organza asian looking jacket with those kind of kimono buttons. Her top was a darker green slightly glittery knit thing.
Under this she had on a two layered black chiffon skirt that hit about mid calf. The base of all this was sheer black stockings and some high heeled sleek little slingbacky kind of shoes. There was some greeny kind of accent on them. Just conservative enough for her age, but a little snap to the whole thing. Oh, and she had some filigreed kind of jade drop earrings and matching necklace that was a bit oversized. I totally checked her out and thought she really had a cool thing going on.

Imagine my horror and shock when she went to walk away and hauled a battered looking, scratched up 30 year old brown leather purse off the counter! It look like she had mugged the pony express. It belonged hanging off the ass end of a dusty horse. It was a fu*king saddlebag and just as big. I usually don't even notice **** like that but it was a fashion tragedy. I was dying to run up and steal her purse, just to save her from the humiliation of dragging that tragic sack into her fancy cocktail party.:laugh:

You have me laughing my ass off right now!! :laugh:

rbs

[SuzeQuze]

Haha, sparky, that's great. Hopefully she had a little fabulous purse stashed inside of that behemouth for her party. :eek:

[ragandbone]

Haha, sparky, that's great. Hopefully she had a little fabulous purse stashed inside of that behemouth for her party. :eek:
perhaps she had stashed her platform Reeboks?

[sparky]

Haha, sparky, that's great. Hopefully she had a little fabulous purse stashed inside of that behemouth for her party. :eek:

I was hoping so. She could have had some zippy little clutch or even some beaded retro thing. Hell, she could have had a car in that heinous catch all.

[SuzeQuze]

I was hoping so. She could have had some zippy little clutch or even some beaded retro thing. Hell, she could have had a car in that heinous catch all.

Some people get really attached to their purses, it's like a security blanket or something. Not me, if it's hideous it's out!

[JazmenFlowers]

Okay...
oh my. fashion tragedy 101. shoes and bag really do make or break an outfit.