https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/help-me-with-my-dressy-capsule Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Mon, 18 May 2026 23:57:05 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/help-me-with-my-dressy-capsule#post-276098 Fri, 07 Jan 2011 02:29:47 +0000 Patience 276098@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Debbie, I'm not sure if the cobbler could help. The strap connects at the sole and I'd be afraid of ruining the shoe. I wonder if I just used some sort of insole, it might help. </p> <p>Okay, I will look out for a cool clutch in a metallic, cream or yellow. I think what I have now will do until I can find something great. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/help-me-with-my-dressy-capsule#post-275949 Thu, 06 Jan 2011 21:53:18 +0000 Anonymous 275949@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have this wristlet in black and absolutely love it! I think it comes in other colors as well.</p> <p><a href="http://www.zappos.com/hobo-international-zoe-rouge-florence-leather?zlfid=111" rel="nofollow">http://www.zappos.com/hobo-int.....?zlfid=111</a></p> <p>But if you are looking for a metallic one, I also came close to getting this one</p> <p><a href="http://shop.nordstrom.com/S/3137282?origin=category&#038;resultback=1248" rel="nofollow">http://shop.nordstrom.com/S/31.....tback=1248</a> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/help-me-with-my-dressy-capsule#post-275937 Thu, 06 Jan 2011 21:28:06 +0000 Angie 275937@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Nothing too big for your height - I vote a metal or cream for your style. Possibly yellow too since you are on Team Blue :)</p> <p>Perhaps a wristlet? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/help-me-with-my-dressy-capsule#post-275925 Thu, 06 Jan 2011 20:47:32 +0000 Debbie 275925@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Have you thought about getting the larger size in the shoes and then taking them to the cobbler to adjust the strap. It should be a pretty easy fix. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/help-me-with-my-dressy-capsule#post-275894 Thu, 06 Jan 2011 19:50:03 +0000 Patience 275894@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Okay, I ordered the Isola pumps. They are beautiful! But they run really small and the strap does gap on my foot. This doesn't bother me actually, but should it? Should I go ahead and return for a larger size?</p> <p>Angie, I think the problem with the clutch is I haven't really seen anything I love. Also, I'm not sure what color or size. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/help-me-with-my-dressy-capsule#post-275731 Thu, 06 Jan 2011 15:54:04 +0000 Angie 275731@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>What's the challenge with the clutch? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/help-me-with-my-dressy-capsule#post-275685 Thu, 06 Jan 2011 14:36:21 +0000 Patience 275685@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>bump </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/help-me-with-my-dressy-capsule#post-275504 Thu, 06 Jan 2011 02:46:52 +0000 Patience 275504@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Ooh, thank you ladies for the plethora of ideas. Rute, I can dream too... I like the clutch, but it is more like what I already have-- I'm thinking of something with a frame maybe. Unfortunately I can't really do the skinny heels. I like the Isolas because they are kind of basic but with a little something extra. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/help-me-with-my-dressy-capsule#post-275337 Wed, 05 Jan 2011 22:23:02 +0000 Isabel 275337@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I just added somethings to my "dressy capsule". </p> <p>I am currently spying these pumps :</p> <p><a href="http://shop.nordstrom.com/S/3155101?origin=keywordsearch&#038;resultback=1120" rel="nofollow">http://shop.nordstrom.com/S/31.....tback=1120</a></p> <p>and these : <a href="http://shop.nordstrom.com/S/3127707?origin=keywordsearch&#038;resultback=2200" rel="nofollow">http://shop.nordstrom.com/S/31.....tback=2200</a></p> <p>clutches are tough - but you could find them in the most surprising places. I have heard that David's Bridal has some great unexpected choices. As well as make-up bags. I bought a beautiful bronzy make up case with chocolate trim at Brahmin that I use as a clutch.</p> <p>I also just received today these Gap tuxedo pants, I liked them so much that I am getting a second pair to wear with flats : <a href="http://www.gap.com/browse/product.do?searchCID=25781&#038;vid=1&#038;pid=791586" rel="nofollow">http://www.gap.com/browse/prod.....pid=791586</a></p> <p>Finally, I picked up some awesome earrings at JCrew, that elevate any look. These are the types of things that you can keep your eyes peeled for all year long.</p> <p>My capsule will be done with a high heel nude pair of pumps and the black pumps. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/help-me-with-my-dressy-capsule#post-275331 Wed, 05 Jan 2011 22:10:15 +0000 mamaKate 275331@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thank you, Patience, for providing an opportunity for us to shop for you!!!</p> <p>I agree with Rute that the shoes should have even more flair than you already suggested! If it's only date night and you don't have to wear them all day, then go for a little snazz. I'm thinking strappy, peep-toe, floral or rhinestone details...</p> <p><a href="http://www.zappos.com/circa-joan-david-avea-black-suede" rel="nofollow">http://www.zappos.com/circa-jo.....lack-suede</a><br /> <a href="http://www.zappos.com/nina-culver-navy-luster-satin" rel="nofollow">http://www.zappos.com/nina-cul.....ster-satin</a><br /> <a href="http://www.zappos.com/bouquets-arlene-gold-satin?zlfid=111" rel="nofollow">http://www.zappos.com/bouquets.....?zlfid=111</a><br /> <a href="http://www.zappos.com/product/7564540/color/9" rel="nofollow">http://www.zappos.com/product/7564540/color/9</a><br /> <a href="http://www.zappos.com/j-renee-dayna-argento-glimmer-fabric-patent" rel="nofollow">http://www.zappos.com/j-renee-.....ric-patent</a><br /> <a href="http://www.zappos.com/annie-ann-pewter-satin" rel="nofollow">http://www.zappos.com/annie-ann-pewter-satin</a></p> <p>I can vouch for the Cole Haan Air Talia pumps since I have some myself - For me they are office shoes not date shoes, but of course they are available in all those snazzy patterns and fabrics! (And they are on sale at the Cole Haan website)</p> <p>Some ideas for a clutch:</p> <p><a href="http://shop.nordstrom.com/S/3144888?origin=category&#038;resultback=476" rel="nofollow">http://shop.nordstrom.com/S/31.....ltback=476</a><br /> <a href="http://shop.nordstrom.com/S/3130862?origin=category&#038;resultback=731" rel="nofollow">http://shop.nordstrom.com/S/31.....ltback=731</a><br /> <a href="http://shop.nordstrom.com/S/3134389?origin=category&#038;resultback=731" rel="nofollow">http://shop.nordstrom.com/S/31.....ltback=731</a><br /> <a href="http://shop.nordstrom.com/S/3139264?origin=category&#038;resultback=1893" rel="nofollow">http://shop.nordstrom.com/S/31.....tback=1893</a><br /> <a href="http://shop.nordstrom.com/S/3110645?origin=category&#038;resultback=2605" rel="nofollow">http://shop.nordstrom.com/S/31.....tback=2605</a></p> <p>A dark burgundy / chestnut color might be nice.</p> <p>Let us know what you end up buying!!! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/help-me-with-my-dressy-capsule#post-275163 Wed, 05 Jan 2011 16:58:25 +0000 Georgia 275163@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Patience, I just mentioned these comfy pumps in another forum:<br /> <a href="http://www1.macys.com/catalog/product/index.ognc?ID=312748&#038;PseudoCat=se-xx-xx-xx.esn_results" rel="nofollow">http://www1.macys.com/catalog/.....sn_results</a><br /> You might also check out other Calvin Klein styles, they tend to be classic, comfortable and affordable. (Maybe I should work for Calvin Klein?!) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/help-me-with-my-dressy-capsule#post-275161 Wed, 05 Jan 2011 16:53:54 +0000 LeahJanes 275161@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love the clutch that rute has linked. And those Jimmy Choos are awesome but they look like torture devices to me.</p> <p>I am chiming in to recommend a pair of Cole Haan Air Talia pumps in Black Patent. They are on my wish list for exactly the same reasons as you have given - I need versatile, dressy comfort. They are pricey but oh so comfy. If I can stick with SYC for a few months I'll be able to afford them.</p> <p>But the Isola ones you linked are also really lovely so I may be changing my wish list too. I do like the pink/taupe colourway! Maybe I can just get both. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/help-me-with-my-dressy-capsule#post-275153 Wed, 05 Jan 2011 16:41:24 +0000 rute 275153@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The pumps you have linked are fab!</p> <p>I would suggest:<br /> A nice LBD:</p> <p><a href="http://www1.macys.com/catalog/product/index.ognc?ID=482853&#038;CategoryID=24118#fn=sp%3D1%26spc%3D2480" rel="nofollow">http://www1.macys.com/catalog/.....spc%3D2480</a></p> <p>A clutch:<br /> <a href="http://shop.nordstrom.com/S/3085595?origin=category&#038;resultback=4200" rel="nofollow">http://shop.nordstrom.com/S/30.....tback=4200</a></p> <p>Shoes.. Ok.. I'm just dreaming.. but those are fab:</p> <p><a href="http://shop.nordstrom.com/S/3082717?origin=category&#038;resultback=4800" rel="nofollow">http://shop.nordstrom.com/S/30.....tback=4800</a> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/help-me-with-my-dressy-capsule#post-275073 Wed, 05 Jan 2011 15:20:34 +0000 hanna 275073@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>with regard to the pumps...</p> <p>i love the ones you've linked to, and i think patent leather is pretty timeless. is this a style you could see yourself liking another year or two down the road? i like the fact that it's a black pump without being a black pump, if you know what i mean. basics don't have to be blah.</p> <p>as for the strap, it looks like the kind i had one a pair of patent leather ballet flats, and if that's the case they fit me snugly - in fact, sometimes they fit a little TOO snugly, and would feel far too constricting at the end of the day. but i have wide hobbit feet, so that shouldn't be a problem for you! also, they were not adjustable, and it doesn't look to me like the shoes you showed us are either.</p> <p>with regards to the clutch, i'd go for a metallic - maybe a greyish bronze-y colour? - so that you don't end up with more black, but it'll still be as versatile as black would be. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/help-me-with-my-dressy-capsule#post-275068 Wed, 05 Jan 2011 15:14:28 +0000 Debbie 275068@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I absolutely love those shoes and would have ordered them but the heel is too high for me. I think they would look great on you and fill the hole. I think you will have to try them and see about the strap. That is a hard call to make on line. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/help-me-with-my-dressy-capsule#post-275059 Wed, 05 Jan 2011 15:02:44 +0000 Patience 275059@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>One of my wardrobe holes is a complete dressy capsule. I have realized that I have date night at least once a month and I like to go all out. The things I am missing are:</p> <p>- versatile, dressy pump that I will love for years. It must be tolerably comfortable, no more than 3", no platform, and have a stable heel.<br /> - dressy, structured, versatile clutch. It seems my several clutches are more slouchy and less dressy feeling to me. Plus, I don't feel that any of them are super versatile.</p> <p>The clothing items that I need these items to work with include elements that are (but not all together):<br /> kelly green<br /> ink blue<br /> black and white pattern<br /> sparkle<br /> sheath silhouette<br /> fit and flair silhouette too</p> <p>I'm kind of at a loss for the clutch, but for the pumps I was considering these (from Angie's list):<br /> <a href="http://www.zappos.com/isola-stella" rel="nofollow">http://www.zappos.com/isola-stella</a><br /> in black. Do you think these fit the bill or should I go for something non-patent? These are kind of different than anything I've bought which I kind of like for evolving my style. Also do you think the strap on these is supposed to fit snugly? I'm kind of concerned that it won't (my foot is narrow here) and I'm wondering if that's okay since there doesn't seem to be any adjustment.</p> <p>All suggestions welcome! Thanks! </p>