https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/holding-zone-review-boots Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Mon, 20 Apr 2026 10:24:45 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/holding-zone-review-boots/page/2#post-2126797 Thu, 11 Jun 2020 15:52:31 +0000 Helena 2126797@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I would 100% keep the first and third pair. The second pair, I wasn't sure about only because I had a similar pair and the slight upturned toe started bothering me style-wise at a point - BUT reading your comments as well as Angie's I'd say, keep if you have room for them ... because the style may feel fresh again with the next change in trends, and I agree that DYOT is the best way to go! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/holding-zone-review-boots/page/2#post-2126791 Thu, 11 Jun 2020 14:56:37 +0000 nemosmom 2126791@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>That's a great approach, Cindy! I need to be careful not to toss everything in favor of pjs </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/holding-zone-review-boots/page/2#post-2126789 Thu, 11 Jun 2020 14:52:30 +0000 cindysmith 2126789@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think the Frye boots are pretty classic, and are worth keeping. The suede ones are such a rich autumn feeling boot that they are different enough from the winter feel of the Guess boots. I'm hopeful that the whole WFH coronapocalypse thing is temporary and that we all get to actually go out and about eventually, so I'm not getting rid of anything that doesn't work for my lockdown style unless it's something that I know doesn't fit or that I truly won't wear even after lockdown. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/holding-zone-review-boots/page/2#post-2125980 Mon, 08 Jun 2020 01:40:11 +0000 rachylou 2125980@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think the same as Angie. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/holding-zone-review-boots/page/2#post-2125963 Sun, 07 Jun 2020 22:30:45 +0000 Roxanna 2125963@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Nemosmom you have inspired me maybe I’ll take a baby step and at least look through my summer dresses... I’m sure there’s some I could cull out of the lot...</p> <p>I agree with the majority here...I like all but I do think #2 feel a bit dated to me... but as Angie says, maybe my concept of dated is dated! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/holding-zone-review-boots/page/2#post-2125953 Sun, 07 Jun 2020 21:40:22 +0000 nemosmom 2125953@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thank you everyone for your responses! I definitely find myself more and more in the DYOT camp these days. You all have given me great suggestions. SaraD8 - yes, I should look at my non-holding zone boots- they are all ankle-height, but might be worth a look. I think a re-eval in Fall is in order.&nbsp; These tall boots seemed like a good place to start - they are large and take up valuable space in my drawers!&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/holding-zone-review-boots/page/2#post-2125920 Sun, 07 Jun 2020 18:30:27 +0000 Angie 2125920@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>Nemosmom</b>, I bet those brown boots are sublime with your hair!</p> <p>Like <b>Jenna,</b> I think "dated" is becoming a dated concept (I've mentioned that in many a blog post) - and especially with shoes and accessories. Clothing is a little more complex. YES - there are trends. But DYOT rules supreme, and trends are less and less relevant.&nbsp;</p> <p>#1 - Fryes make an apocalyptic statement. Iconic.&nbsp;</p> <p>#2 - Stick those under a midi or maxi skirt and you're in business! Very clean tailored fit - if the heels are manageable - which you mentioned you don't mind.&nbsp;</p> <p>#3 - these I like the least because of the way they fit up top. Too tall and wide. Again, stick them under a midi and you hide the ill-fitting part :)</p> <p>I know you don't wear skirts and dresses much....so THAT part you will need to ponder.....</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/holding-zone-review-boots#post-2125909 Sun, 07 Jun 2020 17:22:03 +0000 SarahD8 2125909@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think it's hard to evaluate these out of context with your non-holding-zone boots. Doing a few head-to-head comparisons with more frequently worn boots along the lines of "when would I choose holding-zone pair over other pair?" could help clarify things.</p> <p>That said, I think it's totally reasonable to hold on to items you've "gone off" for a time if you think they may cycle back in to favor. Especially for expensive and hard-to-find/fit items like tall boots, and especially for classic items. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/holding-zone-review-boots#post-2125901 Sun, 07 Jun 2020 16:30:09 +0000 Anonymous 2125901@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Jenna's comment about dating being a dated concept is really interesting , and true. &nbsp;I find this more prevalent among younger people than women of my generation, and it's showing up a lot in home decor and fashion lines I represent. &nbsp;I've fallen into a rabbit hole of vintage resellers in my city on Instagram - who really buy stuff at estate sales , spruce them up and resell them- and the current boho home trend is a perfect example of how what a lot of us think as dated is very much on trend with younger people . &nbsp;Clothing too. I think the condition of an item goes a long way toward making something old look "good" again - not in the case of real, worn vintage items, but moreso in the case of "fashiony" pieces like the Guess boots above.</p> <p>Good point Jenna, and a good reminder that it's all in the eye of the wearer. &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/holding-zone-review-boots#post-2125899 Sun, 07 Jun 2020 16:23:06 +0000 Jane 2125899@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think I would hold off a little from a decision you might regret. I read Jenni's view with interest. If you have the space, I think I might keep them all. I like them all, including the Guess ones (I know I am in a minority); I think that they could make an outfit as they are quite classic.&nbsp;<br />So, provided that they are all comfortable, I would keep them.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/holding-zone-review-boots#post-2125897 Sun, 07 Jun 2020 16:13:06 +0000 Janet 2125897@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I really like 1 and 3, but am less crazy about 2, even though the color is nice. It just looks very much like a style I passed along a few years ago as it didn’t suit my current style anymore. I’m not doing that kind of heel anymore either. But a boot edit in summer is hard — I agree with the advice to try a styling session. But that many years without wearing the Guess boots makes me think there is something about them that does not work for you or your life. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/holding-zone-review-boots#post-2125893 Sun, 07 Jun 2020 15:41:34 +0000 Star (Lise) 2125893@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The Guess boots look more classic to my eye.&nbsp; I kind of agree with Jenna that the concept of dated is dated.&nbsp; However if it had a very square toe or pointy toe a boot can look out of it's time.&nbsp; To me an almond shape is the most classic, which the Guess boot appears to have.&nbsp; I do love the Suede boots look.&nbsp; The first one looks really comfortable.&nbsp; As Jenni NZ said boots are expensive, styles come and go and pop again.&nbsp; If you have the space and you still drawn to them I vote that you keep them. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/holding-zone-review-boots#post-2125853 Sun, 07 Jun 2020 11:38:44 +0000 Anonymous 2125853@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think the concept of dated is dated. If you think you might find a way to use any/all of these (albeit less than you used to) and you’re still drawn to them, Keep! They all look good on you, to me. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/holding-zone-review-boots#post-2125838 Sun, 07 Jun 2020 06:10:06 +0000 Bijou 2125838@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The Vince boots are lovely and I really like the idea of cognac boots for bookending your hair. I am also terrible for editing out boots, but if you are not wearing them, then it is likely time to say goodbye. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/holding-zone-review-boots#post-2125836 Sun, 07 Jun 2020 05:20:02 +0000 Liesbeth 2125836@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm with Joy. I personally bought two pairs of tall boots last winter after going years without: to wear under midi dresses and (in the cases of the fitted pair) under wider ankle pants. Your second pair seems like it would also work under pants if that's a look you like and wear.<br /> All pairs look classic to me and if they're still comfortable and in good condition, could be contenders for a tall boot revival :). </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/holding-zone-review-boots#post-2125835 Sun, 07 Jun 2020 04:13:12 +0000 Jenni NZ 2125835@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I would definitely try to make outfits with what you already have re the Guess boots. Seeing you still feel drawn to them, if you can’t make outfits now you could definitely hide them away in your home even deeper than the holding zone, until maybe they really do become vintage. I hid away my very 80s Mondi jersey/sweater for over 10 years before I pulled it out again. I loved it so much I could not bear to ditch it and the bright colours came back around. Depends how deep your emotional attachment is to it. The kids will also grow up and you may get the opportunity to strut around in higher heels again in the future!<br /> They are a good colour for your hair. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/holding-zone-review-boots#post-2125824 Sun, 07 Jun 2020 03:04:28 +0000 Jaime 2125824@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I agree that the Guess boots could go - particularly if you haven't worn them in so many years! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/holding-zone-review-boots#post-2125823 Sun, 07 Jun 2020 02:57:56 +0000 nemosmom 2125823@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Carla- I have other boots that are ankle high. I suppose I could wear any of those with skirts...</p> <p>ST- flowy pants is a good idea. I have one pair I can try them with. Thank you! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/holding-zone-review-boots#post-2125815 Sun, 07 Jun 2020 01:46:57 +0000 Anonymous 2125815@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like the Vince the most too- and would happily give them a good home </p> <p>Since it's summer though- you may want to wait until it's cold enough to wear them. Then wear each of them for a day and see how you feel about them. </p> <p>They're not limited to skinnies or skirts. They could be worn under flowy pants for extra warmth. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/holding-zone-review-boots#post-2125808 Sun, 07 Jun 2020 00:32:55 +0000 Carla 2125808@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><i>#1-2&nbsp;</i>look better than the product photo and are&nbsp;<i>my&nbsp;</i>favourite of the bunch. &nbsp;They don’t look dated to me, but rather classic. &nbsp;If they are comfortable, I would suggest keep. &nbsp;The heel height of the next two pair are a bit much for me, but the suede ones don’t look dated, either. &nbsp;No love for the Guess :-(</p> <p>Editing boots in June is tricky. &nbsp;You do have the past cold weather season as reference, but what will you need, and how will you feel in fall and winter? &nbsp;Of course if these are in the ‘holding zone’ you’ve got other boots? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/holding-zone-review-boots#post-2125806 Sun, 07 Jun 2020 00:11:32 +0000 nemosmom 2125806@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thank you everyone for weighing in!&nbsp; I suspect the tall boots haven't been worn because I have not been wearing skinnies or skirts for a while now... Still, there is something about the Guess boots that draws me to them. Maybe I should try to make outfits with pieces I have to see if they are worth hanging on to. I certainly don't want to buy anything to make them work - especially if they look dated. Or, maybe if I hang on to them long enough they will just be 'vintage' LOL </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/holding-zone-review-boots#post-2125803 Sat, 06 Jun 2020 23:38:42 +0000 RobinF 2125803@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I agree with the general consensus, although it would be tempting to keep them all just-in-case, but that is a problem I have. I live in boots all winter but didn’t wear my tall ones at all last year, not sure why. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/holding-zone-review-boots#post-2125800 Sat, 06 Jun 2020 23:12:49 +0000 LaPed 2125800@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>As others have said, the second pair (Guess) is the one that stands out to me as dated. The Frye's still look great and I would probably justify them as a sentimental/investment piece if they were mine. The suede looks more current and more "you" than the cognac ones.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/holding-zone-review-boots#post-2125798 Sat, 06 Jun 2020 22:51:54 +0000 Brooklyn 2125798@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I would keep the first pair and the suede pair. I think the second pair looks a little dated (sorry!) and not very comfortable. The colour of the suede pair is also more “now”. That said, if you loved the Guess pair, I’d say hang on to them and DYOT, but when you haven’t worn them for years... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/holding-zone-review-boots#post-2125790 Sat, 06 Jun 2020 22:15:16 +0000 Sal 2125790@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think the Guess ones would look great with a dress or culottes or midi skirt, but not so much with jeans given their height.&nbsp; You would suit them but would you wear them?</p> <p>The first ones are practical for winter life, sports, city walks and parks etc..&nbsp; I wonder why you don't reach for them?&nbsp; Is it a style thing or a climate thing?</p> <p>I would keep the suede. I have a similar pair that I love - they are not quite a workhorse but I have a number of skirts and dresses and one pair of wide leg crops that they work with.&nbsp; Worn in autumn and winter on average 1-2 a fortnight.</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/holding-zone-review-boots#post-2125788 Sat, 06 Jun 2020 21:58:55 +0000 Jenni NZ 2125788@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I find this very tricky to offer any advice.<br /> Giving shoes away after keeping them a long time, and then finding that if only I had kept them another few years they would have been back in style, has happened to me twice. I still mourn the 1984 black snakeskin textured pumps! Maybe in retrospect those are where my love of snakeskin began!<br /> 8 years is a long time not to reach for the Guess ones. I find them very sassy and love how they look on you, but wonder if they are just too high for your life now? If you choose to edit them out, just be sure you won’t kick yourself if they return to fashion in a few years. In the end with my 2 experiences, I had bought enough other shoes I loved that replaced the others in my mind that I mostly felt OK about it.<br /> Tall boots are usually really expensive and I have only owned 4 pairs in my whole life, two currently. So if you edit these, you may have to spend quite a lot if you want to replace them at some point. For that reason alone I would keep the gorgeous recent suede ones.<br /> I personally don’t like the look of the Frye ones, I don’t myself like mid calf boots but I know they are a classic.<br /> Like Synne, I feel I’m no help! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/holding-zone-review-boots#post-2125776 Sat, 06 Jun 2020 18:56:16 +0000 Anonymous 2125776@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Your review made me contemplate my own boot collection. &nbsp;I own two pair. &nbsp;Neither was worn much during the previous winter season, but last year's winter was somewhat extraordinary. &nbsp;It would be unwise for me to edit based on last year's experience. &nbsp;Conclusion: &nbsp;keeping both. &nbsp;</p> <p>What's our next category? &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/holding-zone-review-boots#post-2125773 Sat, 06 Jun 2020 18:49:12 +0000 slim cat 2125773@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Lots of good advice here - what @Synne said sums it up for me <br />( however I'm not a boot person currently - just 2 in my collection plus rain boots ). </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/holding-zone-review-boots#post-2125763 Sat, 06 Jun 2020 18:12:52 +0000 Anonymous 2125763@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>As Synne said, suddenly a boot is back in style. I would not get rid of any comfortable boots if you have the room to hold onto them. If anything is not quite right, pass them on. Then if the style comes back you will probably be looking for new boots anyway.. Personally, you might think about any boots with heels. Are they stable enough ? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/holding-zone-review-boots#post-2125760 Sat, 06 Jun 2020 17:45:52 +0000 Synne 2125760@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The only pair that looks a little dated are the Guess-pair. Footwear is tricky, though. Suddenly they're back in style. I like the others! Not any help at all </p>