Which sandals to pick? - YouLookFab Forum

Hi Fabbers,

I went out for dinner tonight and wore the accessories that some of you helped me out with (Pic#2).

However, the shoes were super uncomfortable. The peep toe edge rubbed against my skin just under the nail of my big toe---I have blisters now. These shoes have to go!

I want to add a pair of grey sandals to my collection now. Sandals - because they are open and often more comfortable. Though I have to say that sandals don't always have the same classy vibe of closed or semi-closed shoes, they are easier to wear.

I have shortlisted two pairs. I love the shoe in Pic 3. It's a very trendy style, one that I love very very much. However, I feel that sometimes ankle strap shoes cut off my leg line and have a leg stumpifying effect. Most of my recent purchases are with ankle straps but I wear them more with pants. Pic #1 shows you how I look in sandals with ankle straps, though these are black.

Pic #4 has the other shortlisted sandals. These look OK. They will definitely not cut off the leg line and do have some snake print (which I like)

Which of these sandals look better? Which would you prefer to wear with this dress? If you like neither, feel free to tell me that. I don't want to add just another pair of shoes ( I probably have tons of other shoes to wear with this dress); I want a really nice pair of shoes that'll look fabulous.....and I do not have grey heels.

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8 years ago

Anonymous

Oh, what a shame about your shoes! I've had shoes rub just behind the nail like that...ouch!

Well, you looked fabulous even though you may not have felt comfortable. Bet your DH was proud of having you accompany him

Ok, the sandals...ooh, this is a tricky one as I really like both! I think my immediate thought are that maybe the narrower heel on the second pair has a slightly dressier vibe if that's what you're after? Though I'm no expert. See what other Fabbers think.

Maneera

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Veteran

Thanks Di! That was my immediate thought too. The 2nd shoe is definitely looking a bit dressier to me.....which is what I want.

abc

Love both sandals. I always liked two toned shoes. You can't go wrong with either but yes I think I favor the second just slightly.

kerlyn

Ouch, sympathizing here. I wore my wedges out for a date night last weekend, and we ended up doing more walking than expected and even a little dancing. By the end of the night my poor little toes had giant blisters! I may be shoe shopping soon too!

The 2nd pair do look a little dressier. Very pretty!

Angie

Fashion Stylist

Peep toes can be a mare on your toes - which is why I don't wear them. Sorry about your blisters.

I vote the grey pair of sandals with the ankle strap. More elegant and fashionable.

Aida

MUCH prefer the first pair, with the wider ankle strap and the single strap across the foot. As Angie said, more elegant and fashionable

rachylou

Well, I can't wear the first kind... The narrow front strap... But you can!

But can I talk about myself now? Lol. I'm so pathetic, hehe. I got some platform slides that I love because I can really walk in them - walk the dog walk. However, they're this rough painted canvas and they give me blisters. So do you know what I've been doing? Putting athletic tape on my feet. Tell me that's not silly!

Ann Refaa

Active Member

Hey Maneera,

what would you say about those sandals or something similar?
http://www.amazon.com/Nine-Wes.....efaa147-20

I have same ones and in my opinion they are so comfy! Plus they go well with so many outfits, they will match the dress for sure!

celia

You looked fabulous in your outfit, sorry about the shoes.
I prefer the first pair in your options.

Aquamarine

I love the sandals in the 3rd picture. I don't think the grey ankle strap will stumpify your legs..the color is a low enough contrast.

Wow. You look amazing. I like the first pair!

Thanks everyone! I like both shoes for different reasons, so I'm thinking I'll order them both and have a try-out at home. I'm not 100% sure I'll buy either.....but the 1st pair with ankle straps do appeal to me more.

However, I don't have too many dressy occasions and don't need shoes specifically for that. Atleast, not more shoes! I do have quite a few dressy heels, some peep toes and some pointed toe pumps, and I'm sure all of those shoes will work with this particular dress.

I also keep thinking that if I dont replace these shoes, I might be able to wear more of others. I do have a low heeled black and white sandal with snake print that could work with this look.

But your suggestions really do help, ladies. I'll take a closer look at my shoe collection this weekend and update you guys if I do buy one of these pairs. Thanks again!

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