https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/orphan-to-outfit-challenge-dressed-up-mini-ankle-strap-wedges Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Fri, 08 May 2026 10:15:45 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/orphan-to-outfit-challenge-dressed-up-mini-ankle-strap-wedges#post-933403 Wed, 15 May 2013 23:56:31 +0000 Suz 933403@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ You have the figure for it, Elle. So if it still feels "you" wear the skirt! But if the shoes hurt, pass them along. I think I've made more "mistakes" with footwear than anything else, and it is so frustrating. Clearly, you went through a considered thought process here, trying to make sure they would work - and then, darn, they hurt in the very place you didn't think about. (And who would -- they <i>look</i> fine in that area!!) I say, if Angie's stretch by wearing damp socks trick does not work, say goodbye to those cute shoes!&nbsp; https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/orphan-to-outfit-challenge-dressed-up-mini-ankle-strap-wedges#post-933399 Wed, 15 May 2013 23:50:46 +0000 ElleH 933399@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ BJ I never wore heels with my mini to downplay sexiness. If I wanted to do sexy I would show cleavage. I never show cleavage as I think breasts are private.&nbsp;It is only when I went on pinterest to look for a more grown up version I found the pic with the heels &amp; also I'm trying to wear more than one orphan per outfit this week as I have so many, so the shoes ended up in this one.&nbsp; https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/orphan-to-outfit-challenge-dressed-up-mini-ankle-strap-wedges#post-933397 Wed, 15 May 2013 23:47:14 +0000 bj1111 933397@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Elle,</p> <p>Not wearing the skirt is a good option if it's not you any more.</p> <p>With the sneaks, now that you are older and that you are wearing the jacket, sneakers make the whole vibe more mature but also really youthful. Like you know you can sex it up with the rest of them but you don't need to try so hard any more. Which in my book is way more attractive. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/orphan-to-outfit-challenge-dressed-up-mini-ankle-strap-wedges#post-933393 Wed, 15 May 2013 23:41:52 +0000 ElleH 933393@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Thanks everyone. I don't buy skirts this short anymore but wanted to see if I could get some wear out of this one. I am very aware not to bend over etc in short skirts &amp; how I sit, with my purse in my lap. I don't think my underwear&nbsp;can be seen on an escalator. It isn't as short as it looks. It is short but it isn't one that just covers my butt. It comes to almost mid thigh. My inspiration model Miranda Kerr wore hers shorter, though she is younger. My purpose for the post though is to get opinions from different people so I will probably go back to not wearing it. <a rel="nofollow" href="http://pinterest.com/pin/305400418451461492/">http://pinterest.com/pin/305400418451461492/</a> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/orphan-to-outfit-challenge-dressed-up-mini-ankle-strap-wedges#post-933341 Wed, 15 May 2013 22:41:12 +0000 K. Period. 933341@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ First, I love the way that you've styled this. &nbsp;The long jacket and loose top with the mini do a great job of balancing out the exposure of the skirt. &nbsp;And round toed wedges? Perfectly lovely. &nbsp;Trend is going toward pointy, but round toes are firmly in the mainstream still. &nbsp;<br /><br />On the skirt...The skirt is cute, but it is shorter than I would wear. &nbsp;It isn't a question of age for me, it is a practical consideration. &nbsp;At 20 after I&nbsp;rode up the escalator behind a&nbsp;friend wearing a mini that short. &nbsp;I had no idea you could see so much so well from that vantage point. &nbsp;From then on, longer minis for me or short shorts. &nbsp;<br /><br />ETA: LOL Elle! I promise, I didn't mean that I saw that much. Just that I saw a lot lot more leg than she probably realized she was showing. &nbsp;Have a great evening, you lovely thing, you!&nbsp;&nbsp; https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/orphan-to-outfit-challenge-dressed-up-mini-ankle-strap-wedges#post-933340 Wed, 15 May 2013 22:40:29 +0000 CocoLion 933340@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I still wore minis until 50. &nbsp;It think the "rules" (if you care to call them that)&nbsp;about age appropriate dressing are different for women in their 40s than 50s, and you are in your 40s. &nbsp;So go for it! &nbsp;And the shoes, are not dated at all. &nbsp;I like them. https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/orphan-to-outfit-challenge-dressed-up-mini-ankle-strap-wedges#post-933334 Wed, 15 May 2013 22:24:14 +0000 Karie 933334@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I don't care much about the age issue - if I did, I probably wouldn't wear half the clothes in my wardrobe! That said, I do think that if you're over 40 your skirt would be best a little longer when wearing it with nude hose.&nbsp;Under 40, any length is fine.&nbsp;<br /><br />My favorite pair of heels have&nbsp;round toes, and I wear them a lot. I still see them in the stores so I don't think they are dated. https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/orphan-to-outfit-challenge-dressed-up-mini-ankle-strap-wedges#post-933296 Wed, 15 May 2013 21:23:24 +0000 ElleH 933296@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ BJ I could try it with sneaks. I used to wear minis with sneaks but wanted to look less like a teenager in it. <br /><br />Una I don't mind this length on others. For me it is an age question. https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/orphan-to-outfit-challenge-dressed-up-mini-ankle-strap-wedges#post-933234 Wed, 15 May 2013 20:04:20 +0000 bj1111 933234@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You look fab in this. Have you tried the outfit with sneaks? It could be a nifty update. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/orphan-to-outfit-challenge-dressed-up-mini-ankle-strap-wedges#post-933229 Wed, 15 May 2013 20:00:24 +0000 Anonymous 933229@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like the wedges a lot!</p> <p>The skirt is out of my comfort zone for length. You certainly have the figure to wear the skirt, and I think by keeping the top more covered you do bring balance. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/orphan-to-outfit-challenge-dressed-up-mini-ankle-strap-wedges#post-933193 Wed, 15 May 2013 19:28:40 +0000 Kristin L 933193@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think the wedges look great! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/orphan-to-outfit-challenge-dressed-up-mini-ankle-strap-wedges#post-933167 Wed, 15 May 2013 19:09:13 +0000 cinnamon fern 933167@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I don't think the wedges look dated! &nbsp;I wonder if they'd be comfortable once you broke them in. &nbsp;Of course, you might not like them enough to bother ...<br /><br /> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/orphan-to-outfit-challenge-dressed-up-mini-ankle-strap-wedges#post-933120 Wed, 15 May 2013 18:10:51 +0000 shedev 933120@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I'm also not too concerned with age appropriateness. I think Angie once said something like we'd know it if it's too young. I do like a bit more coverage in general but would possibly wear a skirt this length with tights. I like the shoes. https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/orphan-to-outfit-challenge-dressed-up-mini-ankle-strap-wedges#post-933114 Wed, 15 May 2013 18:05:31 +0000 Mary Beth (formerly LBD) 933114@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Love the outfit, I vote wear it.&nbsp; You have some nice getaway sticks, and the whole outfit is really cute.<br /> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/orphan-to-outfit-challenge-dressed-up-mini-ankle-strap-wedges#post-933104 Wed, 15 May 2013 17:55:04 +0000 Mo 933104@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I'm with Una. &nbsp;Not too young per se, but pretty short in general. &nbsp;I'm a mini wearer, too, at 43 but just this year am really starting to feel better in slightly longer lengths. &nbsp;This looks great, as long as you are comfortable in it. https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/orphan-to-outfit-challenge-dressed-up-mini-ankle-strap-wedges#post-933091 Wed, 15 May 2013 17:42:04 +0000 rachylou 933091@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Actually, no, they're not at all dated with the rounded toe. You look very cool.<br /> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/orphan-to-outfit-challenge-dressed-up-mini-ankle-strap-wedges#post-933066 Wed, 15 May 2013 17:12:32 +0000 catgirl 933066@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I don't know about age - you look fantastic and I am not a person who cares about age appropriateness.&nbsp; &nbsp;But that is a bit short at any age.&nbsp; I only wear skirts this short on vacation in beachy places, with flats.&nbsp; And my legs are not as long, so nothing is ever that short&nbsp;on me.&nbsp;<br /><br />I love the shoes! https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/orphan-to-outfit-challenge-dressed-up-mini-ankle-strap-wedges#post-933026 Wed, 15 May 2013 16:41:16 +0000 ElleH 933026@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ The skirt has been orphaned since I joined YLF and found out that I am too old for mini skirts. <br /><br />I went on pinterest for denim mini inspiration &amp; found an outfit like mine. It was on a younger model but I have never worn it this way before &amp; liked how it looked on her. I know I am still probably too old. sigh....<br /><br />The shoes were orphaned because I bought them to be comfortable for walking etc. I thought with wedge, crepe sole &amp; round toe they would be. Well they are in those areas but the where the leather ends across my foot it digs in with lots of walking. I wore them last night with some standing but not a lot of walking &amp; they were fine. Are they dated with that round toe?&nbsp;<br /><br /><br />