https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/not-really-a-kr-an-edgier-ankle-boot Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Thu, 16 Apr 2026 10:54:07 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/not-really-a-kr-an-edgier-ankle-boot/page/2#post-1889443 Wed, 14 Feb 2018 09:41:41 +0000 Jenni NZ 1889443@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Well for a comforting story, which sort of goes with what Approprio said... I was kind of looking for some boots in a cobalt in 2015 and maybe even the year before. Whenever I went in a shoe shop I looked. I looked on lots of websites, somewhat vaguely... nothing was quite right. I tried a pair on- bad fit. Then one day when not looking, there were these with $100 off. Not in my size in that store but in one across town. So off I went across town, bought them, and they're at 45 wears. Lightning might strike, you know? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/not-really-a-kr-an-edgier-ankle-boot/page/2#post-1889342 Wed, 14 Feb 2018 01:17:48 +0000 Suz 1889342@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It's my size -- and <b>Lisa</b>, on sale!!&nbsp;</p> <p>I'm now also really keen on a wallet I saw on the site. No duty on CAD orders!!&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/not-really-a-kr-an-edgier-ankle-boot/page/2#post-1889315 Wed, 14 Feb 2018 00:01:29 +0000 Anonymous 1889315@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I’m on the coach “coach” :-)<br /> Love the pointy toe! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/not-really-a-kr-an-edgier-ankle-boot/page/2#post-1889311 Tue, 13 Feb 2018 23:43:11 +0000 Greyscale 1889311@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hm, well, someone is selling many sizes on Poshmark though they aren't returnable.<br /> <a href="https://bnc.lt/focc/CFMH1lI0vK" rel="nofollow">https://bnc.lt/focc/CFMH1lI0vK</a> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/not-really-a-kr-an-edgier-ankle-boot/page/2#post-1889310 Tue, 13 Feb 2018 23:38:18 +0000 LaPed 1889310@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The Coach boots already sold out in my size too; thank goodness as they are a bit too spendy for me right now. But they are on my stalk list! You never know what'll come up on eBay or the RealReal... or what might crop up next season. One more brand to keep my eye on. It hadn't even occurred to me that Coach made shoes!</p> <p>Approprio, I agree with you on trying not to think in terms of platonic ideals. Style challenges always make me feel like I'm solving an equation with multiple possible values for x, and honestly it gets headache-inducing so I try to narrow my focus from time to time. In this case, the solution needn't be dark blue or an ankle boot, but that seemed like the best place to start in terms of how I'd like to wear them. But yes, I'm still contemplating oxfords and loafers, pumps and mary-janes, burgundy and pewter, and maybe even the right black or grey if the details are just right and very special... I think I'm going to be fairly firm on the 1.5" heel because going much higher is rarely comfortable and I'd have to let out the hem on those particular pants, much lower and I might as well wear the shoes I've already got.</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/not-really-a-kr-an-edgier-ankle-boot/page/2#post-1889307 Tue, 13 Feb 2018 23:21:55 +0000 Anonymous 1889307@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>One click and that takes care of that. Not available in any sizes other than 37. Just saved myself $400. &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/not-really-a-kr-an-edgier-ankle-boot/page/2#post-1889305 Tue, 13 Feb 2018 23:20:53 +0000 Anonymous 1889305@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Holy crap. Do I ever need/want/don't care those Coach boots . And the charm dangling off the back? I'm dead. &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/not-really-a-kr-an-edgier-ankle-boot/page/2#post-1889289 Tue, 13 Feb 2018 22:24:20 +0000 approprio 1889289@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The pair in the OP are obviously not making your heart sing, and if you're buying for those particular pants and nothing else you won't wear them. It's worth holding out for something more versatile like, for instance, the Sarto's or the Hudson's upthread, which have a bit more character and attitude.&nbsp;</p> <p>I should disclose one of my personal biases though. I very rarely shop purposefully for "the perfect &lt;blank&gt;" any more, because invariably I end up with something so Platonically ideal it's frankly boring. I have more success defining an abstract problem and keeping an eye out for an unexpected solution. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/not-really-a-kr-an-edgier-ankle-boot/page/2#post-1889288 Tue, 13 Feb 2018 22:17:54 +0000 Christina F. 1889288@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Those glitter Coach boots are everything. Sigh. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/not-really-a-kr-an-edgier-ankle-boot/page/2#post-1889286 Tue, 13 Feb 2018 22:14:29 +0000 Suz 1889286@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>OMG. Now <b>WHY</b> did you have to link me to those brilliant Coach chelsea boots? Those are <b>AMAZING</b>!!!! I think I need them. I really think I need them.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/not-really-a-kr-an-edgier-ankle-boot/page/2#post-1889275 Tue, 13 Feb 2018 21:12:35 +0000 Sal 1889275@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I am also looking for ankle boots and realising how fussy I am with the details.&nbsp; I think you should leave these ones, they don't seem quite right for you.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>They tick some of the boxes but not the "love/sparking joy" one which is almost the most important. I usually regret things I buy just because they tick the boxes.&nbsp;</p> <p>I am looking for black, low heel but not completely flat, work appropriate, higher shaft, not suede or nubuck, a good ankle fit, and a refined toe shape that is still comfortable.&nbsp; &nbsp;And minimal hardware on them.&nbsp; I can find the shape I like in suede, or the ankle shaft but the heels are too high.... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/not-really-a-kr-an-edgier-ankle-boot/page/2#post-1889257 Tue, 13 Feb 2018 20:22:52 +0000 LaPed 1889257@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Firecracker -- I think you've nailed it when you mention a missing criterion. It's easy for me to fall into the trap of judging pieces, especially dressier ones, in terms of their "acceptability" without taking into consideration how "me" they are. Finding "me" pieces that aren't extremely casual is hard! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/not-really-a-kr-an-edgier-ankle-boot/page/2#post-1889253 Tue, 13 Feb 2018 20:15:22 +0000 Firecracker (Sharan) 1889253@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Just wanted to add that I totally agree: if you feel they are boring, you should hold out for a pair that you like better. Sometimes it's not just about meeting all the criteria, or maybe you haven't listed an important criterion (like overall appeal). <br />I felt the same way about a faux-SE Petty boot that I picked up a few years ago. I took it back. It seemed they were a great deal, until I realized they just weren't "me," as much as I liked them on others here on the forum. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/not-really-a-kr-an-edgier-ankle-boot/page/2#post-1889248 Tue, 13 Feb 2018 20:04:04 +0000 LaPed 1889248@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>lisa p, that is good to know about textiles for footwear; I won't cross it off the list entirely. And I'm totally with you on ink/navy footwear -- if I can find the right silhouette, I'll wear them with just about everything.&nbsp;</p> <p>Ah, kkards, I actually did try the MF Yommis right away when they went on sale. I really like the toe cap. They looked really good with the wide leg pants, but the ankle opening was a bit odd and gaping on me -- common issue with chelseas, I guess -- again, I don't think I would have worn them with any of my cropped pants, or with dresses. Also, I still feel weird about myself in pointy toes. I fear I veer a little too far into "elf" territory in a lot of pointed-toe boots. And my feet really don't need to be any longer in relation to my short self. ;)</p> <p>That said, I'm obsessing over these rather pointy Coach boots:&nbsp;&nbsp;<a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.coach.com/coach-bowery-chelsea-boot/G1286.html?dwvar_color=DEN&amp;dwvar_size=6.5+B&amp;src=googleshopping&amp;cid=S_GPLAG1286_campaignid=220774522&amp;gclid=CjwKCAiAtorUBRBnEiwAfcp_YwplMzYqu9ty6ECDrUYl0Krmqha4faTvB3bhIE8UjXDLLhpxdkGrQRoC7BIQAvD_BwE"><a href="https://www.coach.com/coach-bowery-chelsea-boot/G1286.html?dwvar_color=DEN&#038;dwvar_size=6.5+B&#038;amp" rel="nofollow">https://www.coach.com/coach-bo.....B&#038;amp</a>;</a></p> <p>Glitter suede! Completely out there, for me at least. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/not-really-a-kr-an-edgier-ankle-boot/page/2#post-1888667 Mon, 12 Feb 2018 01:24:24 +0000 Anonymous 1888667@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have two more comments after reading through ...</p> <p>1. re: velvet and brocade - you'd be surprised at how resilient these are in less than perfect weather. &nbsp;For starters, most are not a true velvet but something a little less plush and refined which allows them to be brushed off and dried off easily . I wear mine all the time, in snow and damp - and they do not show it at all. In fact, they are better for staying fresh-looking than any suede boot.</p> <p>2. re: navy - you needn't worry about having a one-note new pair of boots purchased specifically for these pants.....I find I wear my navy boots (and I have 3 pair now) with just about everything. They are my go-to's when wearing jeans, and they really perk up a pair of black or olive pants too. &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/not-really-a-kr-an-edgier-ankle-boot/page/2#post-1888578 Sun, 11 Feb 2018 20:52:51 +0000 Angie 1888578@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Okay. Then <b>La Ped</b>, return these boots and find a pair that pulls at your heart strings in a more exceptional way.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/not-really-a-kr-an-edgier-ankle-boot/page/2#post-1888481 Sun, 11 Feb 2018 16:42:48 +0000 kkards 1888481@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>i own the mark fisher's yommie in black...not edgy, but the metal on the toe cap adds a little drama...and they're 50% off. i do think the lace up booties (2nd find) have a some edge, but may not work with the pants you showed (also 50% off)...the ED bootes aren't edgy, but somehow i thought they felt like your style...and the last pair are just becuase i thought they were fun </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/not-really-a-kr-an-edgier-ankle-boot/page/2#post-1888404 Sun, 11 Feb 2018 12:51:39 +0000 Staysfit 1888404@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I agree! The Hudson booties are fab! I like the idea of some metallic sheen. It adds a bit of pizazz that is missing from the suede. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/not-really-a-kr-an-edgier-ankle-boot#post-1888399 Sun, 11 Feb 2018 12:29:00 +0000 LaPed 1888399@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>My goodness, this thread has become yet another footwear treasure trove! I love posting about footwear struggles here because I alway receive so many pretty suggestions.</p> <p>I LOVE the Hudson chelsea boots that JAileen and Greyscale posted. And those Franco Sarto's at 50% off are really tempting. I'm always a little scared of patent, because the last patent shoes I had just never, ever broke in...I kept them for years and finally sold them because they were just so stiff.</p> <p>I have tried a couple pairs of brighter blue boots (both from Fly London, in their "Ocean" colour I think) and they just felt a bit to clown-shoe to me. In a sleeker fit it could be all right, though.&nbsp;</p> <p>Re: "fragile" fabrics like velvet -- I've talked myself into and out of several pairs of velvet and brocade shoes this year. I probably shouldn't do it. The likelihood of an indoor-only event, or even one where I have an opportunity to switch shoes, is pretty low... I would love, LOVE to find leather instead of suede, but finally started looking at treated-suede options because ink/navy leather is very scarce.</p> <p>Angie -- yes, I tried the boots with the pants first. Did not post a pic because there's really not much to see -- the pants are wide enough at the bottom that as long as the heel is right there's very little else to judge. I always think I'll be fine wearing these pants with a 1.25" heel, but the waist tends to "settle" a little lower with these pants after a few hours wear, and I end up wishing my shoes were just a smidge taller. I guess I could also hem the pants 1/4" to solve this problem; hmm. But I'd still need a dressier winter shoe. I'm just loathe to buy a pair of shoes as a completer that I'll only wear with these pants -- I don't have any other full-length wide trousers right now -- so I'm setting my bar pretty high and trying to find something that I like well enough to wear with dresses and/or my multitude of cropped pants.&nbsp;</p> <p>These are not an immediate need, so I can wait til next F/W if I have to, and like I said I'm actually open to other colours, too, just not black/brown/grey. I want something a little more interesting.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/not-really-a-kr-an-edgier-ankle-boot#post-1888305 Sun, 11 Feb 2018 01:02:12 +0000 Angie 1888305@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>La Ped</b>, have you tried them with said trousers? That's key.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/not-really-a-kr-an-edgier-ankle-boot#post-1888293 Sun, 11 Feb 2018 00:37:32 +0000 K.M. 1888293@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Not sure if this is what you are looking for, but I have good experiences with this brand--comfortable, looks good, and good mileage despite not being a premium brand. </p> <p>I completely agree with your comment on the lack of other options of closed, high-vamped shoes with heels that are not booties (e.g. oxfords as you mention). There are so few out there and I'd love to have some good, practical cold-weather shoes that are not booties. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/not-really-a-kr-an-edgier-ankle-boot#post-1888275 Sun, 11 Feb 2018 00:10:25 +0000 Anonymous 1888275@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Ooh, fancy. I would like these..... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/not-really-a-kr-an-edgier-ankle-boot#post-1888262 Sat, 10 Feb 2018 23:46:48 +0000 UmmLila (Lisa) 1888262@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>also, what about these. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/not-really-a-kr-an-edgier-ankle-boot#post-1888259 Sat, 10 Feb 2018 23:37:54 +0000 Anonymous 1888259@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>They still have them in red and in black, not sure about navy. &nbsp;Try the Kors website too. &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/not-really-a-kr-an-edgier-ankle-boot#post-1888258 Sat, 10 Feb 2018 23:35:19 +0000 Suz 1888258@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks, <b>LisaP</b> -- I'm going to check and see if Brown's still has them. They might! And if so, I am ordering, "all the pretty booties" notwithstanding.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/not-really-a-kr-an-edgier-ankle-boot#post-1888252 Sat, 10 Feb 2018 23:26:11 +0000 Anonymous 1888252@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>80's relic. &nbsp;HA. &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/not-really-a-kr-an-edgier-ankle-boot#post-1888248 Sat, 10 Feb 2018 23:20:43 +0000 UmmLila (Lisa) 1888248@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>These are my blue booties. Couple years old, Kat Maconie. No good with dresses/skirts. I'm with Lisa P on pointy toes being better. Also I have a 2.5 inch heel blue metallic pair that are actually comfortable but they're so not your style because you're not an 80s relic girl.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/not-really-a-kr-an-edgier-ankle-boot#post-1888231 Sat, 10 Feb 2018 22:43:31 +0000 Anonymous 1888231@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Brown's, last year. I am babying them, literally. &nbsp;I almost bought them in black a couple of weeks ago, but gave my head a shake. Seriously, they are among the most comfortable and attractive boots I've ever owned. &nbsp;I only wear them in the fall, and occasionally in very cold temps where there is no risk of melting snow. &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/not-really-a-kr-an-edgier-ankle-boot#post-1888228 Sat, 10 Feb 2018 22:31:04 +0000 Jenni NZ 1888228@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Those are cool Greyscale! I just bought a pair of full-length navy pants yesterday. For now can wear teal, cobalt, gold, dark navy/red splotches high shaft, or navy/gold/tan loafers. I wrote these down to stop temptation! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/not-really-a-kr-an-edgier-ankle-boot#post-1888227 Sat, 10 Feb 2018 22:23:11 +0000 Greyscale 1888227@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Navy would fit better with your style but I keep seeing brighter blue boots that are really cool. There's a pair of Fluevogs I so wish I'd bought a few years back.</p> <p>How weather-resistant do they need to be? I'm seeing a lot of navy velvet ankle boots, but that seems like indoors-only if you have slush or mud.</p> <p>Another thought is that cowboy-inspired boots are starting to trend and you might find something in that vein. Though the ones I added in finds are maybe not the best.</p> <p>Anyway, here are a few choices I came across.&nbsp; </p> <p>edit: too bad these Camper boots are sold out in your size I think?</p> <p><a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.camper.com/en_US/women/shoes/kobo/camper-kobo-K400160-002">https://www.camper.com/en_US/w.....400160-002</a></p>