Sorry on my late replies, we lost internet this weekend, so I'm doing my best to catch up after a long workday. Everyone was awesome, and I wanted to give all the ideas the responses they deserved.
Meredith, I didn't know you were a former Coloradoan! How neat! The right long cardigan might work--- the opening I wore this to had people in 4" heels and cocktail attire to hiking boots. What can I say, mountain town!
Kiwigal, I will have to try it with the right cardi. I don't have a blazer that will work currently and my anorak is olive green and is a bit too casual.
Ceit, really glad you approve of the docs! So far I'm loving them and getting close to havign them broken in. Not as bad as I thought, although I did pick a "easy" pair to start.
Suz, patterned bottoms. I hadn't thought of that. I frequently wear this with a tweedy trouser.
Gigi-- that is a good suggestion. I might try it with one of my Unliquo heatgear tops.
Caro--- great idea! I could see Janet rocking something like that (and you too) I just don't know if I could manage work-to-opening in it.
Bj-- I have some V necks that fit snug, I will give it a try. If it works, a crew in a slightly looser fit will be my next buy!
Karie, thanks so much.
Kelly-- great to see you. So glad the docs are getting some love.