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February 25, 2011 
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Got a question about women’s shoes? We’re tackling some of the most common ones here at My Shoes!
1. Can I wear tights with open-toed shoes?
You can, but it’s not the kind of look that screams “polished professional.” If you are looking for a way to balance your shoe preference with hosiery, consider selecting shoes with a sandal toe or an open foot, and then picking covered-ankle shoes to hide the lines between hosiery and foot. If you can’t let go of your open-toed footwear, consider looking for a pair of shoes with an identical heel style and vamp, just without the peep toe up front.
2. How can I dress up a pair of flats?
You’ll have to go for detail when dressing up a pair of flat shoes. Flats might not be arresting as heels, but they are far more comfortable! Select a pair of flat shoes that features lots of detail along the toe, like grosgrain ribbon bows, buttons, or berries, or find a pair that has an unusual vamp or upper. Snakeskin makes a huge impact when dressing up, as does a pair of shoes with a very deep up-front dip. As you get used to flats, you’ll find yourself branching out more and more.
3. How long should my pants be when wearing heels?
You’ve got to analyze the pant’s “break” to get that answer. This is one reason why many women like to wear skirts instead of pants to work, because unless you choose heels that are all the same height, you’re always going to have difficulty matching pants and shoes. In general, your pants should sweep downwards over your heel, but they shouldn’t touch the floor. In the front, the pants should crease once over the top of your foot—this is the “break.” Keep in mind that, when wearing skirts, you’ll find that higher heels make your skirt shorter!
August 10, 2010 Comments (0)
Shoes are getting wilder each season. From ridiculously high platform soles to animal prints to embellishments like zippers and ruffles, it seems everyone from high end designers to affordable brands are pushing the envelope when it comes to shoes. Anything goes, but how can you incorporate these shoes for your real-life wardrobe? Check out these tips and steal the show the next time you wear funky shoes.
Let the shoes be your focal point.
If the shoes are seriously funky and wild, let them be the focal point of your look. This means sticking with basic shapes in the rest of your ensemble. A column-style dress for cocktail hour or an oxford shirt and slim jeans for a casual outing that will let your shoes standout without competing. This is also the way to go if you aren’t familiar with wearing funky shoes, since it’s a failsafe way to wear wild footwear for any occasion. Remember that keeping the shoes your focal point doesn’t mean you have to wear basic colors. For example, if you’re wearing a purple dress, green and black or gold shoes will still rule the look while still looking fairly conservative. Read more »
August 5, 2010 Comments (0)
Colored shoes have become popular. Women have finally started to realize that a closet full of black and brown options simply doesn’t cut it. The modern woman is moving beyond red and now delves into areas that are purple, green and blue. There’s nothing wrong with colored shoes, but sometimes we forget how to wear them. Instead of letting them be the pop of color with an all-black look, opt for these fresh color combinations for a new twist.
Purple, Olive and Gray
All of these colors are popular for fall 2010, and it’s just a coincidence that they look fabulous when worn together. If you have purple shoes that pop like crazy in the summer, tone them down with subtle shades like olive and gray for fall. Read more »
August 4, 2010 Comments (0)
Metallic shoes are still going strong, but some women have issues with how to fit them into a wardrobe. The great thing about metallic shoes is they serve as a neutral. Ditch your staples like black and brown for pewter or bronze, colors that go with nearly everything but also add some sparkle to an outfit.
Metallic shoes are darling and work for the office and the weekend. Consider the colors you usually wear when shopping for metallic shoes. If you stick to black and cool tones like blue, purple and green, you are going to benefit most from silver-tones shoes. For those who love earthy and warm tones, reach for gold. Dusted suede or metallic shoes in pewter or bronze are more versatile since they tend to pick up the hue they’re worn with, giving you more options. Read more »
July 27, 2010 Comments (0)
Some shoes simply don’t work well when it comes to matching. Too awkward, too simple, too ugly, too boring? They might be your favorite in the closet, but they are extremely difficult to fashionably pair with your favorite things. Take a look at our top picks.
Wooden Heel Shoes with Contrasting Laces: Your wooden-heeled shoes look so easy to wear, but then you realize that it’s hard to match them with anything! Wooden heels can be tied into your ensemble with “earthy” jewelry, and don’t forget that you can always change those laces for something a little more flattering.
Platforms with Straw Bows: Straw—it’s so natural and so tricky. If you are stuck on straw and you have a great pair to wear this summer, you can try pairing straw-embellished shoes with light-colored denim. For a little fun, you can pair those straw shoes with something like seersucker or gingham. Why not? It’s great in the summertime, and that means you don’t have to concentrate on matching too much at all. It’s just jeans + country top.
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