https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/boots-too-masculine Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Mon, 04 May 2026 09:21:49 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/boots-too-masculine#post-2159897 Mon, 14 Dec 2020 15:21:15 +0000 Mary Beth (formerly LBD) 2159897@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think the first pair is extremely versatile, like little chameleons for your feet.&nbsp; &nbsp;If you wear a menswear look, they will look like men's dress shoes.&nbsp; &nbsp;If you wear a Victorian/steampunk outfit, they will look like Victorian/steampunk shoes.&nbsp; &nbsp;If you put on a prairie/boho type look, they will suit that.</p> <p>The second pair strikes me as distincly French </p> <p><i><b></b>fin-de-siècle</i>&nbsp;steampunk.<br />Not too costume-y.&nbsp; &nbsp;Stylish.&nbsp; &nbsp;I think you'd get a ton of people stopping you to ooh and ahh over how cute these are!</p> <p>I don't think either pair are boring at all, and I'd be curious to see you do a try-on and styling with both pairs. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/boots-too-masculine#post-2159888 Mon, 14 Dec 2020 15:03:11 +0000 Janet 2159888@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I don’t get a men’s shoe vibe at all, FWIW.<br /> The first pair looks more versatile and the second pair more of a statement. Completely different styles, really, so like comparing apples to oranges. They are nice looking. What do you see wearing them with? Or what outfits would each be completing? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/boots-too-masculine#post-2159884 Mon, 14 Dec 2020 14:46:19 +0000 Liesbeth 2159884@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I agree completely with Angie's assessment. I like them! The black ones a tad more with the interesting flap. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/boots-too-masculine#post-2159691 Sun, 13 Dec 2020 22:17:00 +0000 cindysmith 2159691@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>They have enough interesting details to keep them feminine without being too froofy </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/boots-too-masculine#post-2159675 Sun, 13 Dec 2020 21:27:17 +0000 MsMaven 2159675@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like #1 better. There is something about #2--and as I look at them again I think it's the toe. Reminds me of the Florsheim all the businessmen used to wear, Maybe they still do.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/boots-too-masculine#post-2159663 Sun, 13 Dec 2020 20:49:25 +0000 whidbeygirl 2159663@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I adore both of these! &nbsp;Not masculine at all. Looks to me like they will be the more refined alternative you were looking for. Very feminine to my eye! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/boots-too-masculine#post-2159662 Sun, 13 Dec 2020 20:43:19 +0000 Suz 2159662@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think it will depend entirely on styling. They look refined Victorian feminine to me and would be fun to wear! I prefer the first pair but that is simply my preference for simplicity coming through. In any case, I like both, and I think you should give them a whirl if you have been thinking about something like this for a year or more! For sure. It will come down to comfort anyway, so why not try both?&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/boots-too-masculine#post-2159616 Sun, 13 Dec 2020 17:15:22 +0000 always trying 2159616@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I agree with everyone -and IMO #2 would look great with midi skirts and dresses. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/boots-too-masculine#post-2159607 Sun, 13 Dec 2020 16:29:48 +0000 Anonymous 2159607@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I haven't known any men who wore shoes similar to either of these, and especially not two tone for dress wear, maybe that's not a wide cultural association?&nbsp;</p> <p>Describing them as masculine makes me think you are anticipating negative judgement and that can be hard to get around no matter how much reassurance you get.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/boots-too-masculine#post-2159598 Sun, 13 Dec 2020 15:32:01 +0000 nemosmom 2159598@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Neither of these read menswear-like to me.&nbsp; I think it depends on your outfit?&nbsp; If paired with tailored shirts, slacks, and blazer, I could see them "leaning" that way. But, they lack that wingtip look that I associate with men's dress shoes. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/boots-too-masculine#post-2159596 Sun, 13 Dec 2020 15:21:42 +0000 kkards 2159596@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hmmm, I don’t see stompy or masculine. What i see is hard edged and structured with a roughness that is just below the surface. I my eye very Victorian.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/boots-too-masculine#post-2159590 Sun, 13 Dec 2020 14:34:41 +0000 Peri 2159590@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Ha! My first thought was "how is this masculine, they look so Victorian".&nbsp;I always look at the pictures first so I wasn't even influenced by your comments. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/boots-too-masculine#post-2159589 Sun, 13 Dec 2020 14:23:03 +0000 LaPed 2159589@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>They're both gorgeous boots, but it sounds like something about them is off to your eye. Might it be the cap-toe that reminds you of men's dress shoes? I wonder if you should look for a pair in a similar style without the stitching at the toe.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/boots-too-masculine#post-2159582 Sun, 13 Dec 2020 13:05:25 +0000 Stagiaire Fash 2159582@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I agree with others who say that if you think one is boring and the other too masculine for what you want, then you should keep looking. We all see things differently; they’re your feet, so your opinion is what counts.<br /> My opinion (related to my own experience of recently realizing that all my winter boots have &gt;1.5” heel) is that the heels may be more than you want if you’re trying to increase the steps you take daily. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/boots-too-masculine#post-2159565 Sun, 13 Dec 2020 09:56:06 +0000 Star (Lise) 2159565@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The first pair looks more feminine too me.&nbsp;&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/boots-too-masculine#post-2159563 Sun, 13 Dec 2020 09:31:24 +0000 Jenni NZ 2159563@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love them both. Refined boots are my favourite style. I get a feminine Victoriana vibe from both.<br /> When I had similar boots, I found the laces annoying as they took a while to do up tight enough and later to undo. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/boots-too-masculine#post-2159561 Sun, 13 Dec 2020 09:11:00 +0000 anchie 2159561@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>If you are unsure I would keep looking. But because you are thinking about them for so long, better order them to get them out of your system. That is the only way to know for sure. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/boots-too-masculine#post-2159558 Sun, 13 Dec 2020 09:05:02 +0000 Zaeobi 2159558@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think it's going to depend on what you pair them with. I can see how the second style might be more masculine if worn with tailored suiting separates etc, but since you're planning to wear them with skirts it should be OK. </p> <p>For some reason though, the black pair somehow look 'taller'. It might just be the tongue sticking up in that particular photo, but I also think the curved flaps add a little bit of a more feminine edge to the overall silhouette. So they might be more versatile. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/boots-too-masculine#post-2159555 Sun, 13 Dec 2020 08:32:50 +0000 rachylou 2159555@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I don’t feel either are inherently masculine, but I can see the first pair not helping a boyfriend blazer.... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/boots-too-masculine#post-2159523 Sun, 13 Dec 2020 03:05:23 +0000 Jaime 2159523@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I don't see masculine, but would probably consider that a plus anyway. But if you see it, and it bothers you, would you wear them? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/boots-too-masculine#post-2159522 Sun, 13 Dec 2020 02:41:32 +0000 Anonymous 2159522@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The first pair have a prairie boot look and the second pair have more of two tone saddle Oxford look to my eye. I think they are both great and exude vintage fashion. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/boots-too-masculine#post-2159521 Sun, 13 Dec 2020 02:24:11 +0000 Echo 2159521@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Lisa, I would normally say you're right. When there are things I adore, I jump on them with no questions whatsoever. But I have been considering a similar pair of boots for about a year, and I think it is time I gave them a try. Sometimes I don't realize it is time to change my look a little until I actually give it a spin. I am definitely attracted the the steampunk/Victorian style, and have been looking for a subtler way to incorporate the look without going overboard. I think it's an itch I need to scratch to know whether it will work for me or not.</p> <p>I wonder if I am too old fashioned in seeing men's dress shoes echoes from them, but Gigi is younger than I am and sees it, too. But if Angie prefers the two color, she is normally right (that's why we come here after all!). Slim cat, I kind of see that, too, but in reality the heels are exactly the same (low) height. I'm not too worried about versatility, as I wear enough dark colors that they will always coordinate with black tights and pants.</p> <p>Please keep opinions coming!&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/boots-too-masculine#post-2159516 Sun, 13 Dec 2020 01:33:52 +0000 Gigi 2159516@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm with you. For some reason, the second pair does read more masculine to me--like men's dress shoes, as you said. They have certain characteristics that are exactly like my dad's dress shoes that he wore when I was a kid. The first pair doesn't give me that same impression, though. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/boots-too-masculine#post-2159508 Sun, 13 Dec 2020 00:40:54 +0000 slim cat 2159508@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like the solid one - easier to do with anything and looks a smidge taller<br /> ( prettier? - to my eye ). Both boots have a lux feel - nice! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/boots-too-masculine#post-2159504 Sun, 13 Dec 2020 00:35:02 +0000 Angie 2159504@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I don't find either pair manly at all! More Victoriana and a wee bit Steam Punk. I prefer the two-toned, but the solid might be more versatile.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/boots-too-masculine#post-2159503 Sun, 13 Dec 2020 00:31:54 +0000 Anonymous 2159503@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>No, not masculine at all . &nbsp;I do get a bit of a Victorian vibe from the, and the quality looks great from the photo! &nbsp; They are a pretty specific look, so if you are questioning them at all, maybe don't bother . &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/boots-too-masculine#post-2159502 Sun, 13 Dec 2020 00:31:20 +0000 Anonymous 2159502@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wearing the boots with dresses should dispel any masculine look. The leather looks rich. I like both styles. It is worth trying them with your dresses and see how you feel. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/boots-too-masculine#post-2159499 Sun, 13 Dec 2020 00:27:29 +0000 Echo 2159499@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This sounds strange coming from me because I am a huge fan of combat, lug soled or stompy boots. Indeed, I wear them all the time with no qualms whatsoever.&nbsp;</p> <p>However, I am looking for a slightly more refined bootie, slightly Victorian without going too costumey, and comfortable enough to wear all day (10K+ steps). I am considering one of the two listed below. The two-color boots seem more "me", but for some reason, they strike me as slightly masculine? Like a men's dress shoe. Dh and DD think the plain ones are boring and say the two color are not at all masculine, but I can't shake it.&nbsp;</p> <p>I know you guys will give it to me straight. Do the two color boots strike you like men's dress shoes? Are they masculine looking or am I being ridiculous? I intend to wear them with dresses, just like I wear my stompy boots with dresses (and somehow never feel masculine in those). Alternatively, if you have an ultra-comfortable alternative, I am open to the idea, too. </p>