https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/new-jobcommuting-shoes Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Tue, 09 Jun 2026 04:03:26 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/new-jobcommuting-shoes#post-88377 Mon, 24 Aug 2009 08:55:21 +0000 yublocka 88377@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wow you already have some great suggestions but I just wanted to chime in and say congrats LauraElizabeth!!! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/new-jobcommuting-shoes#post-87891 Fri, 21 Aug 2009 14:47:26 +0000 Anonymous 87891@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks for the input and congratulations! I'll be looking into your suggestions! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/new-jobcommuting-shoes#post-87860 Fri, 21 Aug 2009 13:42:37 +0000 Laura 87860@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>How about a sturdy pair of riding boots? A lot of people liked the Aerosole Ridelines last year, and San and I got the Born Thickets. Born also has a Frye harness boot knock-off this year that looks great.</p> <p>Most of all, congrats on your new job!! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/new-jobcommuting-shoes#post-87833 Fri, 21 Aug 2009 09:22:09 +0000 RoseandJoan 87833@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think you will need two types of boot, a knee high, flat heeled riding style to wear with skirts and an ankle length flat boot to wear with pants. This will save you having to change footwear once you get inside.</p> <p>As already stated avoid suede as it sort of disolves in very heavy rain.</p> <p>Oh and I nearly forgot to say congratulations on the job. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/new-jobcommuting-shoes#post-87832 Fri, 21 Aug 2009 08:50:26 +0000 Kari 87832@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Congratulations, that is wonderful!</p> <p>Wow, I was *just* in downtown Portland earlier this week! I am very envious of your transportation system. Getting around downtown must be such a breeze.</p> <p>I personally like the <a href="http://www.dsw.com/dsw_shoes/catalog/product.jsp?category=&#38;prodId=171701">Me Too Nini</a> flats a little bit better comfort-wise than I do the Swanns - they are a little bit more flexible around the edges, and I find the leather softer. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/new-jobcommuting-shoes#post-87792 Fri, 21 Aug 2009 01:17:43 +0000 Chris 87792@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Congratulations on the job! </p> <p>In my years in Pacific NW I learned to avoid suede. It's just so hard to refurbish once it gets wet (and it will!). I'd plan on changing shoes at office.<br /> Also start searching for a very good, water repellant raincoat/trench. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/new-jobcommuting-shoes#post-87773 Thu, 20 Aug 2009 23:47:31 +0000 Angie 87773@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Fabulous news, LE! Well done :0)</p> <p>You need boots, darling. Boots, boots, and more boots. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/new-jobcommuting-shoes#post-87721 Thu, 20 Aug 2009 20:47:24 +0000 Dawn 87721@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Congrats on the new job! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/new-jobcommuting-shoes#post-87664 Thu, 20 Aug 2009 15:41:07 +0000 medusa 87664@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Laura, congratulations on your job! (I don't have shoe suggestions other than those already mentioned.) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/new-jobcommuting-shoes#post-87657 Thu, 20 Aug 2009 15:26:26 +0000 Kristen 87657@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Heh, thanks Merry! The boots I have are La Canadiennes, and I agree, they will be great for you on rainy days. I got mine on mega-clearance last year but they're pretty pricey (normally $250 and I paid $69 on final sale). Many YLF people have them and love 'em, though, myself included! If you are thinking that you will be wearing the wellies as part of your outfit and you won't change out of them, then getting a solid colored pair or an upscale one like the LCs or Aquatellas might be your best bet. I also have a fun pair of wellies with black-and-white daisy patterns, but those are for outside only; I carry shoes in my tote for once I am at my desk. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/new-jobcommuting-shoes#post-87654 Thu, 20 Aug 2009 15:21:24 +0000 rute 87654@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Congratulations on the new job! I'm so happy for you! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/new-jobcommuting-shoes#post-87647 Thu, 20 Aug 2009 14:59:34 +0000 merry77 87647@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The shoes Michelle posted about are available in gunmetal (pewter) at Endless:<br /> <a href="http://www.endless.com/DKNY-Active-Womens-Edith-Skimmer/dp/B002DR38F2" rel="nofollow">http://www.endless.com/DKNY-Ac.....B002DR38F2</a> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/new-jobcommuting-shoes#post-87645 Thu, 20 Aug 2009 14:57:41 +0000 merry77 87645@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>In Kristen's now and later challenge post, she had a great pair of waterproof boots that I would definitely look into if I were in your shoes (he he).</p> <p>What about a low-heeled riding boot also? Would be great for the cooler months and comfy too.</p> <p>I'll be checking out other people's recommendations on this list also since I need new shoes appropriate for lots of walking. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/new-jobcommuting-shoes#post-87637 Thu, 20 Aug 2009 14:25:35 +0000 Michelle 87637@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Congratulations on the new job, Laura!! Very impressive to find something so quickly, especially in this economy. Will you stay on at J-Crew, too?<br /> I just bought these flats the other day, and while they're a knotch higher on the price scale than Me Toos, I can vouch for their comfort. They're the Ediths by DKNY:<br /> <a href="http://www.zappos.com/product/7569258/color/3" rel="nofollow">http://www.zappos.com/product/7569258/color/3</a><br /> I know Zappos only seems to have them in black and bronze, but I got a pair in pewter.</p> <p>Good luck with the new position! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/new-jobcommuting-shoes#post-87632 Thu, 20 Aug 2009 14:17:02 +0000 Anonymous 87632@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I received an offer a university job last week! (big sigh of relief!) I've been very excited to start at this new university, which is located in downtown Portland. (And after moving *again* and getting my internet hooked up I should be able to contribute more often now. I missed reading everyone's posts!)</p> <p>I walk to work each day, which takes about twenty minutes. I also need to visit different campus properties each day, regardless of weather. Sometimes I can take a streetcar or bus for part of my route, but I'll usually walk at least three miles a day in my rounds. It's a big change from my previous job, where the campus was a little smaller! </p> <p>I've looked at past threads and posts on commuting, but I've wondered if anyone had suggestions for commuting shoes. I don't mind changing shoes when I get to work, but since I commute throughout the day I might stick to flat shoes I can wear all day. My dress code is fairly business-like, so non-athletic flats, shoes, and boots are acceptable in the office. Smart denim is only acceptable on Friday.</p> <p>Thank you for any ideas or suggestions!</p> <p>My list of shoes to try so far:<br /> Me Too Swaans (they were out of my size at DSW)<br /> Ecco Bouillon<br /> Me Too Nadia<br /> Wellies or waterproof boots that will come up to my knee area (about a 17" shaft)</p> <p>Edit: I'll also need to prepare for the dominant rainy season! Will the best option be to wear wellies for my walks, and change into flats in the buildings? Since I might be wearing skirts with tights, dress pants, or smart denim I thought I could tuck whatever wasn't a skirt into them to keep my legs dry. </p>