https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/combining-refined-and-casual Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Sat, 11 Apr 2026 15:56:14 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/combining-refined-and-casual/page/3#post-1190542 Mon, 10 Mar 2014 16:10:10 +0000 Lisa 1190542@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have nothing to add, but what a great thread, I am marking for later so I can digest all the tips in this one, thanks for starting it Suz. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/combining-refined-and-casual/page/3#post-1190524 Mon, 10 Mar 2014 15:50:53 +0000 cjh 1190524@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Just one more specimen to add to the collection, black patent wing tip oxfords:</p> <p><a href="http://www.amazon.com/Womens-Ashleigh-Oxford-Black-Patent/dp/B00B4IV8DU/ref=sr_1_1?s=shoes&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1394466247&amp;sr=1-1&amp;keywords=BLACK+PATENT+OXFORD" rel="nofollow">http://www.amazon.com/Womens-A.....TF8&#038;q</a></p> <p>I've just received these and they are wonderful. Of course they are flat, so probably not the ticket for you, Suz.&nbsp; However, it was fun looking at some of the links and ideas on this thread, and I plan to come back and check out the rest of the post responses when I have more time.</p> <p>I've been hunting for affordable (to me) black patent oxfords for months.&nbsp; They are the shoes that call to me from any photo, fashion shot&nbsp;or ad they appear in.&nbsp; To me they are dressed-up casual, feminine due to the patent finish and match just about everything I wear from October through April.&nbsp; I'm so happy.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/combining-refined-and-casual/page/3#post-1189872 Sun, 09 Mar 2014 21:08:55 +0000 sarah 1189872@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Coming late to this, but I've had my eye on <a rel="nofollow" href="http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/dolce-vita-agusta-ankle-strap-dorsay-flat/3715495?origin=category-personalizedsort&amp;contextualcategoryid=0&amp;fashionColor=&amp;resultback=3943&amp;cm_sp=personalizedsort-_-browseresults-_-1_12_B">these D'Orsays</a>. But I'm thinking they are probably too flat for you? I'm waiting for someone to review them and let me know how comfortable they are. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/combining-refined-and-casual/page/3#post-1189860 Sun, 09 Mar 2014 20:57:07 +0000 pastrygirl 1189860@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have similar issues, and even 2 inch heels are too high for me. I've found that ever since I started refining my shoe style, I haven't found a comfortable all-day shoe. Yesterday I wore what I thought were my comfiest flats for an evening trip to the mall for required (that is, not fun) power shopping, and came home two hours later with unbearably aching feet. I'm starting to panic about shoes for Boston! I don't often power-walk for a couple of hours, and certainly not half a day in a city.</p> <p>OTOH, my summer shoes are awesome and I walked 17K steps in Montreal last summer... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/combining-refined-and-casual/page/3#post-1189730 Sun, 09 Mar 2014 19:00:01 +0000 Mellllls 1189730@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Suz, I like the Vince's you posted and I find the inverted triangle heel (that's how I describe it) to be a much more walkable heel. &nbsp;I hope they work for you!!</p> <p>I admit that I don't have terribly picky feet and I don't entirely understand your foot issues but I strongly recommend bass flats. &nbsp;They have some elastic which might help with the heel issue and are SOOOOO comfortable. &nbsp;<a rel="nofollow" href="http://ghbass.com/shop/womens/footwear/flats/?storeId=10151&amp;catalogId=10501&amp;langId=-1">http://ghbass.com/shop/womens/.....;langId=-1</a> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/combining-refined-and-casual/page/3#post-1189603 Sun, 09 Mar 2014 16:47:31 +0000 Vicki 1189603@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks to Tanya's links, I'm beginning to shop here, Suz; she picked out some excellent ones.</p> <p>I love this one, but it's got a three-inch wedge. I want my toes covered and that why I like this one. <a href="http://www.shopbop.com/minot-ankle-strap-open-back/vp/v=1/1557399284.htm?fm=pd_sims_v_1&#038;colorId=10393#reviewsArea" rel="nofollow">http://www.shopbop.com/minot-a.....eviewsArea</a></p> <p>ETA: Oh, these are more grey than I realized. The Okalas are terrific, but my size is gone. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/combining-refined-and-casual/page/3#post-1189582 Sun, 09 Mar 2014 16:22:12 +0000 Angie 1189582@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Fun, Jennifer. And as Suz said, the Okalas heels are below 2.75 inches (site info is wrong),&nbsp;and VERY lightweight. I have two pairs - <b>and with Body Glide</b> - they are a 10 hour walking shoe. UNBELIEVABLE. You know my feet are fussy and I don't wear high heels.&nbsp;</p> <p>Suz, is your head spinning? Keep an eye on Zara too. xo </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/combining-refined-and-casual/page/3#post-1189572 Sun, 09 Mar 2014 16:05:38 +0000 shiny 1189572@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Looks like my DD#2, home from college this weekend, and finally awake,&nbsp;is itching to do some mall shopping today, so I will go there first, before committing to another Zappo's order. She wants to hit H&amp;M, which is near the Club Monaco, so I'm going to check that out in person as well.&nbsp;And maybe I can even talk her into taking some photos of some of my recent purchases later tonight! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/combining-refined-and-casual/page/3#post-1189539 Sun, 09 Mar 2014 14:57:40 +0000 Linda 1189539@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This discussion has made me realize how grateful I ought to be to have easy fitting feet.&nbsp; I don't think I can ever remember having problems with a shoe, unless it was just trying to squeeze into a size that was too small, or wishing I fit a larger size because it was in the right color, or on a good sale, or some such!&nbsp; Shoe shopping is actually one of my favorite diversions.</p> <p>I've usually chosen more slim-lined shoes, but this season I discovered boots and booties.&nbsp; I am having to be very careful not to go mad snapping up styles that I like.&nbsp; It's the first season I've had a small wardrobe of boot looks. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/combining-refined-and-casual/page/3#post-1189534 Sun, 09 Mar 2014 14:48:47 +0000 Isabel 1189534@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like Claire's thinking. If the shoe issue is hard, move up. ; ). Handbag or a scarf or a hat. I also thing that fabrics are really important in these situations ( says the woman in the woods who only sees wild turkeys on a daily basis ). </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/combining-refined-and-casual/page/3#post-1189526 Sun, 09 Mar 2014 14:40:38 +0000 Suz 1189526@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like them. I have also been looking for a lighter bootie to replace my Reports. They aren't worn out -- and I will probably just keep them this season -- but the toe is round so I'm looking at pointy ones.&nbsp;</p> <p>I find Fryes a bit heavy as well as a rule.&nbsp;</p> <p>These look great for casual wear (jeans, etc.) Not sure how they would work with skirts/ dresses.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/combining-refined-and-casual/page/2#post-1189522 Sun, 09 Mar 2014 14:35:45 +0000 shiny 1189522@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hmmm. Tough choice (I'm looking&nbsp;on Zappo's). I have been looking for black sandals, these could definitely fit the bill, but the leopard is totally cute... however I already have leopard booties so maybe not... the saddle/black is another option as I have nothing like that right now....&nbsp;(I have nude heels so I would try something different for this.)</p> <p>Go with the black or go with the saddle/black?&nbsp;</p> <p>I also have these sitting in my Zappo's cart right now:<br /><a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.zappos.com/frye-reina-bootie-stone-buffed-nubuck">http://www.zappos.com/frye-rei.....fed-nubuck</a></p> <p>I tried them on in the store, in a 5.5 which was too small but all they had left. They are a bit heavy for my tastes, as all Frye's are, but I loved the fit and the light color. What do you think of them? I am on the fence. I want a light colored bootie for spring, but not a suede, because for some odd reason I can never&nbsp;wrap my head around suede + spring. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/combining-refined-and-casual/page/2#post-1189513 Sun, 09 Mar 2014 14:23:33 +0000 Suz 1189513@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The heel is in no way as high as they say. It's more like 2.5 (if that). Angie has them and finds them super comfortable, which should tell you something.&nbsp;</p> <p>I got the pony (black and white) with the tan ankle strap. Reason being, I wanted a light coloured ankle strap, since a dark one would be super leg shortening on me. (Even though I'm about 5'4" my calves are proportionately short, so ankle straps are "iffy" on me.)&nbsp;</p> <p>I'm also considering the nude colour of those if I can't find something else I like.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/combining-refined-and-casual/page/2#post-1189510 Sun, 09 Mar 2014 14:20:53 +0000 shiny 1189510@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have not tried the Okala's. The description says it's 3-1/4 inch heel, which is too high for me. But then some of the reviews are saying it's more like 2-1/2 or 3 inches? What is the reality? Which color did you get? I may give them a whirl, if they are working for you....&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/combining-refined-and-casual/page/2#post-1189499 Sun, 09 Mar 2014 14:07:02 +0000 Suz 1189499@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Jennifer, it does sound as if our feet might be a similar shape. Did you try the Okalas yet (for the ankle strap look)? I hesitated (for the reason you mention) but they do work for me and are very comfortable/ flexible. Unfortunately, they're really a summer shoe in my climate, but I know I'll enjoy them.&nbsp;</p> <p>Also, the back of the shoe is not closed so there is none of that painful above-the-heel rubbing. (I have that problem with shoes shaped like that as well).&nbsp;</p> <p>Just looking at those Via Spigas I can see how they would be an issue for me, too -- they probably didn't scale down the vamp enough to match the last and/ or with the angle that a shorter foot needs to be on to work with that heel, the arch on a medium volume foot is too high for it.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/combining-refined-and-casual/page/2#post-1189490 Sun, 09 Mar 2014 13:51:05 +0000 shiny 1189490@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hmm. I'm suspicious of that test. If you wear heels all the time, it shortens your calf muscles, in other words, your relaxed position would naturally be at such an angle.&nbsp;</p> <p>I still stand by what I said earlier about always wearing flats and/or comfort shoes, and yeah I have always been&nbsp;more comfortable with a bit of heel. But I don't know which came first, and suspect I've shortened my calf muscles from years of mostly wearing a heel of some sort, rather than flats.&nbsp;</p> <p>Suz, the more you describe your shoe troubles, the more I suspect my feet are shaped very similarly. I never thought my heel was too narrow, but maybe it is. I always just assumed my toe box was on the wider side of average. But maybe it is simply normal, but my heel is more narrow than average? If I size up to a 6.5 it often helps tremendously in the toe box, but the shoe does not stay on - my heel pops out. (whether flat shoe or heeled). If I stick with my usual size 6, my heel stays put but now it's too snug at the toe. If I size up to a wide width size 6, that can work but I have to have an ankle or t-strap to hold my foot in.</p> <p>My other frustration is the latest ankle-strap trend, shoes like this:&nbsp;<br /><a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.dsw.com/shoe/audrey+brooke+hylda+pump?prodId=dsw12prod5150018&amp;category=dsw12cat2050002&amp;activeCats=cat10006,dsw12cat1890016,dsw12cat2050002">http://www.dsw.com/shoe/audrey.....02&#038;ac</a></p> <p><a rel="nofollow" href="http://www1.bloomingdales.com/shop/product/via-spiga-sandals-foxy-ankle-strap-high-heel?ID=882899&amp;CategoryID=17398&amp;LinkType=#fn=SANDALS_TYPE_M%3DHigh%20Heel%26spp%3D49%26ppp%3D96%26sp%3D1%26rid%3D106%26spc%3D329%20items%20in%20Sandals">http://www1.bloomingdales.com/.....99&#038;Ca</a></p> <p>... in any heel height... are just not working for me. I really want something like this. The ankle strap is very flattering on my small ankle; theoretically, it should work to hold my foot into the shoe. But the straps are positioned slightly too high - in an awkward place. It's that petite thing again, I think. And that piece on the back of the heel? Hits too high on the back of my ankle and rubs annoyingly!&nbsp;</p> <p>Likewise, I really really wanted these to work, and Via Spiga shoes often do work for me (the last is perfect shape) but they were a fail because the piece in the front hits too high, in an awkward spot that rubs annoyingly and I can barely walk in them because I can't flex my ankle at all!</p> <p><a rel="nofollow" href="http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/via-spiga-tafari-sandal/3567497?origin=category-personalizedsort&amp;contextualcategoryid=0&amp;fashionColor=&amp;resultback=1906&amp;cm_sp=personalizedsort-_-browseresults-_-1_5_C">http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/vi.....38;context</a></p> <p><a rel="nofollow" href="http://shop.nordstrom.com/S/via-spiga-nino-sandal/3567451?origin=related-3567451-60139357-3-1-4-DL_also_viewed&amp;PageCategoryId=PP">http://shop.nordstrom.com/S/vi.....3-1-4-DL_a</a></p> <p>... I tried every Via Spiga in the store last week... to no avail. :-(</p> <p>Booties tend to be a similar challenge for me, not just because the FPE, but also the height of the bootie needs to be just right, and the material must have a lot of stretch and give --&nbsp;or I cannot flex my ankle. The Fidji's work because they are more like a shootie height and also have gores. The Impo's work because they are very very stretchy and not too high on the ankle.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/combining-refined-and-casual/page/2#post-1189376 Sun, 09 Mar 2014 05:51:58 +0000 Firecracker (Sharan) 1189376@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Well, knock me over with a feather! I took the heel test (with DH's help), and came up with 4 3/4". I don't have any heels THAT high. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/combining-refined-and-casual/page/2#post-1189343 Sun, 09 Mar 2014 04:44:03 +0000 Suz 1189343@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Gigi - that's it! That's the article that Vildy linked to a while ago, or at least the little test is the same. Thank you! I hope it helps somebody else. And interesting that it proved valid for you as well!&nbsp;</p> <p>And you're right -- boots and booties are great (the socks, and I think also the high vamp help); and sandals (straps keep them on).&nbsp;</p> <p>I can manage a small platform quite happily and agree with you that it can be a good shock absorber if made in the right materials.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/combining-refined-and-casual/page/2#post-1189306 Sun, 09 Mar 2014 04:04:08 +0000 Gigi 1189306@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This is a fascinating thread, Suz. I'm in the same boat. When I was a kid, I remember my mom cursing my narrow heel! Shoe shopping was a nightmare. I too have problems with flats slipping off. I did find a pair of Borns last summer that stay on, but they cause me the most muscle tension of almost any shoe in my wardrobe.&nbsp;When I put them on, I feel my whole body tipping backward, and I need to use the muscles on the front of my legs A LOT to keep myself upright. I'm exhausted after walking just half an hour.&nbsp;</p> <p>Suz, you talked about finding your ideal heel height. That inspired me to look online, and&nbsp;I found an article about it, in case anyone is interested. It was actually written by a podiatrist:&nbsp;<a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/article-1243726/They-neednt-flat--Our-guide-to-ideal-heel.html">http://www.dailymail.co.uk/hea.....-heel.html</a>. According to this, my ideal height is roughly 2.5". So I'm similar to you. And in fact, my most comfortable heels are those that are 2.5"-3.0".</p> <p>I am with Shiny in wondering if wearing excessively cushioned shoes does more harm than good (if you wear them all the time). I never used to have foot problems. Then I switched to "comfort shoes," because they felt great! Well, after several years of wearing such shoes, I find I have a problem with anything that is NOT a comfort shoe! Of course, it could just be aging, but I can't help but wonder if my feet and leg muscles have gotten lazy. I do find that now that I have started wearing heels, I think I am building up some strength.</p> <p>As to offering you helpful advice, I'm afraid I have none other than to commiserate. I think maybe the only option is boots or&nbsp;booties with a chunky heel at your ideal heel height for winter wear (at least in my case, being able to wear socks&nbsp;helps the heel slippage enormously), and strappy footwear with as chunky a heel as you can get away with in your ideal height&nbsp;for warmer weather. Also, as the above article references, try to make sure that the shoe heel is right under the center of your foot's heel. I have noticed that a lot of designers are making shoes with the heel almost straight up and down&nbsp;way at the back of the foot, and that does not support the foot very well. I think that shoes are easier to walk in when the high heel curves back under the foot so that the body weight is directed down through the center of the heel of your foot.</p> <p>If you can handle a bit of a platform (I sometimes can do .5" without looking like a clown), I have found that that helps my comfort level, because the extra rubber in the platform absorbs some of the shock from pounding the pavement. I have a pair of heels from the Clarks Indigo line that are heavenly. I think they have a .5" platform and are the equivalent of a 2.5"-3.0" heel. Plus, they have straps to hold your foot in.&nbsp;I had absolutely no pain other than a blister when I wore them for the first time. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/combining-refined-and-casual/page/2#post-1189284 Sun, 09 Mar 2014 03:27:17 +0000 Jaime 1189284@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wow I am dizzy from the wonderful shoe ideas on this thread. I wear pointy shoes with ankle straps but I don't have the same foot issues. I will vouch for Arche, which have served me very well in the past. I love Angie's suggestion of a pointy toe higher vamp loafer but have no specifics to suggest - am looking forward to seeing what you find though! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/combining-refined-and-casual/page/2#post-1189269 Sun, 09 Mar 2014 03:04:10 +0000 Sarah A 1189269@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>There is a frye loafer with the heel height Angie is recommending (that I ruled out of course for that very reason, i need the pancake flat myself...) but it may be too rugged looking for you with the chunky heel?</p> <p><a href="http://www.zappos.com/frye-otis-mid-penny-burnt-red-soft-vintage-leather" rel="nofollow">http://www.zappos.com/frye-oti.....ge-leather</a></p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/combining-refined-and-casual/page/2#post-1189090 Sun, 09 Mar 2014 00:13:20 +0000 Caro in Oz 1189090@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have the same problem with slippage but flats are okay for me. I have caged sandals, cut-out booties &amp; this year&nbsp;I found a pair of pointy toe summer shoes that have a black back, a white toe &amp; a silver ankle strap - they seem to work with everything </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/combining-refined-and-casual/page/2#post-1189035 Sat, 08 Mar 2014 23:15:54 +0000 Angie 1189035@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm sticking with my suggestion of a refined loafer with a 1.5 to 2&nbsp;inch heel. And perhaps an almond&nbsp;toe wedge with a strap.&nbsp;</p> <p>Diana, maybe you needed a wide size in the Munros.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/combining-refined-and-casual/page/2#post-1189008 Sat, 08 Mar 2014 22:40:15 +0000 Beth Ann 1189008@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I've had such a busy day, I've been missing good stuff!</p> <p>Well, you know I'm all over the idea of casual with a steady flow of refinement, and my "real life" gets in the way of my Diva aspirations daily!&nbsp; Unfortunately, what fits my, um, <i>generous</i> foot is likely to fall off of yours.</p> <p>I saw the Vince Camuto you linked to in Nordies last week and my eye was drawn to it immediately.&nbsp; The leather is soft.&nbsp; It might be a bit high volume of course.&nbsp; I so wished I had tried it on in the store.&nbsp; I could have told you had wide and full it runs.</p> <p>Like you, I've sworn off the pancake flat shoe.&nbsp; Technically, I can still wear them -- particularly in stores that cater to peasant feet, such as Target and Payless.&nbsp; I'm just trying to be a grown up about it, realizing that my feet need to last me another few decades, God willing, and I must treat them better!</p> <p>I have seem a bunch of pointy flats with ankle straps and slight wedges.&nbsp; Too delicate for my leg, I think, but they might work well for you. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/combining-refined-and-casual/page/2#post-1188995 Sat, 08 Mar 2014 22:26:10 +0000 Gaylene 1188995@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Suz, have you tried some of the French brands like Arche and Thierry Rabotin? The shoes are designed for serious walking but many of the styles are quite a bit more refined than the traditional comfort shoe styles. The French lasts are also more likely to fit a narrower heel. I know that Ron White in TO used to carry both lines, but I tend to have more success in some of the independent shoe shops on the Danforth, West Bloor, and Queen shops. Montreal is also a good place to check out these lines. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/combining-refined-and-casual/page/2#post-1188986 Sat, 08 Mar 2014 22:15:53 +0000 Anonymous 1188986@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>*ducking* Sorry! I should have said they were for inspiration purposes only. ;)</p> <p>I love the second ones Tanya linked to for you as well. The materials are a little casual (suede, stacked wedge heel) but the shape is pure refinement: the best of both worlds, IMO.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/combining-refined-and-casual/page/2#post-1188976 Sat, 08 Mar 2014 22:04:16 +0000 Suz 1188976@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Tanya, that's it exactly!!! I adore the second pair you linked to -- I've been watching those ever since you pointed them out to me a few months ago. But I also think the styles of some of these others could potentially work as well. <b>LOVE</b> the last ones (of course -- they are pricey!) But I also agree that the T-strap has real potential.&nbsp;</p> <p>Thank you so much for these leads. This will help me sharpen my eyes.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/combining-refined-and-casual/page/2#post-1188974 Sat, 08 Mar 2014 22:01:21 +0000 Suz 1188974@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Claire, you are asking me if I like those gorgeous St. Laurent booties???&nbsp;</p> <p>I should award you a comedy button as well!&nbsp;</p> <p>Of <b>course</b> I like them. But...um....yes. Well. My finances do not extend quite that far, alas....</p> <p>This doesn't really answer &nbsp;the problem I came with, but what about <a rel="nofollow" href="http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/vince-camuto-eliana-bootie/3429159?origin=shoppingbag">this caged sandal</a>? The heels seems very high, but more than 150&nbsp;reviews say the thing is magical. I was thinking of the light grey.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/combining-refined-and-casual/page/2#post-1188969 Sat, 08 Mar 2014 21:57:50 +0000 Tanya 1188969@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I here you on the need for a light color Suz.&nbsp; I will keep my eye peeled on what I find as I love such type of shoes myself.&nbsp; So far in my own searches this week, I have found the following in lighter colors:<br />1. <a href="http://www.saksoff5th.com/babilonia-buckle-ankle-boots/887500176974.html" rel="nofollow">a bootie</a> with only a small cutout ( I keep considering it)<br />2. <a href="http://www.shopbop.com/wallace-ankle-strap-wedge-belle/vp/v=1/1517413476.htm?fm=search-viewall-shopbysize" rel="nofollow">a gorgeous pointy wedge</a> I am stalking myself<br />3. <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Seychelles-Don-Make-Me-Brag/dp/B00BV0BA8O/ref=sr_1_1?s=shoes&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1394315695&amp;sr=1-1&amp;keywords=don%27t+make+me+brag" rel="nofollow">multicolor pump</a> with shades of berry!<br /><a href="http://www.zappos.com/seychelles-siren-call-whiskey" rel="nofollow">4. dainty low wedge</a><br />5. my personal favorite <a href="http://www.zappos.com/bc-footwear-prepare-for-landing-ginger-suede" rel="nofollow">T-strap wedge</a> . Look at the rose gold!<br /><a href="http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00FNLF81C/ref=twister_B00FNLDKFS" rel="nofollow">6. stunning light grey wedge</a></p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/combining-refined-and-casual/page/2#post-1188945 Sat, 08 Mar 2014 21:32:21 +0000 Anonymous 1188945@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I was thinking a cut out bootie with very angular or triangular cut-outs with shiny buckles instead of laces, but instead, I found these.&nbsp;Do you like this style of bootie? (warning: very pricey)<br /><a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.farfetch.com/shopping/women/saint-laurent-wyatt-40-ankle-boot-item-10592670.aspx?storeid=9628">http://www.farfetch.com/shoppi.....x?storeid=</a> </p>