https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/probably-a-stupid-question-can-burgundy-pass-as-a-lightspring-color Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Sat, 04 Apr 2026 20:04:54 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/probably-a-stupid-question-can-burgundy-pass-as-a-lightspring-color#post-324422 Fri, 01 Apr 2011 04:09:37 +0000 Aida 324422@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Rae I don't like light colors either (in general) but I was thinking the same as you, could be that they're out of my comfort zone. I've since found a few that I like, but still tend to gravitate towards stronger versions of them (like bright aqua!). Except for light gray which I super love Perhaps boots are not the best place to "discover" what the situation is, but I've a feeling you'll still have a hankering for lighter boots this whole season. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/probably-a-stupid-question-can-burgundy-pass-as-a-lightspring-color#post-324392 Fri, 01 Apr 2011 03:05:59 +0000 rae 324392@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Mmm, it is interesting you say that, Jonesy. I was just musing yesterday about how some of my outfits feel more comfortable than others and wondering if I should give up on soft colors like aqua and peach and let the citron and red take over completely. It could all come down to me not liking light colors that much. Even my summer work wardrobe relies heavily on black, olive, charcoal, chocolate brown, and navy. </p> <p>On the other hand, maybe I just *think* I won't like those colors because they're outside of my comfort zone? </p> <p>On the other hand, I just spotted the boots for a cool $40 less, putting them in my normal boot-price range. </p> <p>The angst! I'm so sorry for talking your ears off, ladies; sometimes it just helps me to ramble a bit and get all the thoughts out! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/probably-a-stupid-question-can-burgundy-pass-as-a-lightspring-color#post-324299 Fri, 01 Apr 2011 00:40:54 +0000 Jonesy 324299@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You know, some people just never wear light colors or pastels, even in the heat of the summer! Think about people with punk styles, for example. Don't they deserve new stylish boots for spring too :)? I agree that a medium gray would probably work well (in fact, I just purchased a pair to wear this spring, since I don't like beige or tan at all), but I don't see why you shouldn't get these boots if they make you feel happy. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/probably-a-stupid-question-can-burgundy-pass-as-a-lightspring-color#post-324279 Fri, 01 Apr 2011 00:20:39 +0000 Aida 324279@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Rae I don't wear pastel colors either, but I do wear light gray and am especially liking my new light gray heels. To be fair your skin is a much richer color than mine and the gray heels look almost nude on me -_- So instead of dove gray how about a richer, but still light, gray color? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/probably-a-stupid-question-can-burgundy-pass-as-a-lightspring-color#post-324271 Fri, 01 Apr 2011 00:10:00 +0000 rae 324271@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>thimblelina's comment inspired me to do a quick, hypothetical polyvore, using items similar to those I already have, to get an idea of the color combos. There are probably more things I could do, but this is off the top of my head:<br /> <a href="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/set?id=29918628" rel="nofollow">http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/set?id=29918628</a></p> <p>The reason I haven't already jumped on something dove gray or beige is that I hate, hate, hate pastels next to my skin. They always look dirty, and I'd want to go bare-legged sometimes. I also have zero pastels in my wardrobe to coordinate. I suppose tan would be a good "nude" for me, but they always look casual to me. What a pickle! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/probably-a-stupid-question-can-burgundy-pass-as-a-lightspring-color#post-324211 Thu, 31 Mar 2011 21:55:47 +0000 lyn* 324211@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I concur with Aida - the grey may be more springy... although I'm wearing blue flats right now :p </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/probably-a-stupid-question-can-burgundy-pass-as-a-lightspring-color#post-324206 Thu, 31 Mar 2011 21:53:19 +0000 Aida 324206@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>What Antje said. What about a dove gray pair? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/probably-a-stupid-question-can-burgundy-pass-as-a-lightspring-color#post-324192 Thu, 31 Mar 2011 21:31:50 +0000 Antje 324192@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Great boots, Rae! They don't really evoke "spring" for me, though. It's not just the color, but also, as someone else already pointed out, the fact that they are a bit heavy/rugged looking. If you love the boots, get them as they will make fabulous fall boots. But if you want to get spring boots, I'd keep looking for a boot that's either lighter in color or just feels more light weight in the styling (or both). </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/probably-a-stupid-question-can-burgundy-pass-as-a-lightspring-color#post-324181 Thu, 31 Mar 2011 21:23:52 +0000 chouette22 324181@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>These are FABULOUS boots - I love them! However, I think they might be a bit heavy looking (with that sole) for spring/summer. I can completely relate, I don't want to give up my boots either but have been feeling, this particular week actually, even though it's been very cold still, that I might not see them much longer. My daughter also just remarked that I am wearing too many boots. And this comment was made on my cognac ones, the lightest pair I have. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/probably-a-stupid-question-can-burgundy-pass-as-a-lightspring-color#post-324084 Thu, 31 Mar 2011 18:12:29 +0000 thimblelina 324084@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I was out weeding my garden this a.m. and thinking about all the wonderful ideas for color combinations from the garden... (I'm a pretty terrific garden designer; just not so swift at picking clothes for myself!) And I was noticing how beautiful all the new, tender burgundy leaves look just as they emerge on some of my darker perennials, especially when they are set next to pale tender yellow-green or gray-green shoots, taupe woody trunks, various soft pinks, bright periwinkle blues, and lots of white! So I think you could work them into any number of terrific spring looks. L </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/probably-a-stupid-question-can-burgundy-pass-as-a-lightspring-color#post-324042 Thu, 31 Mar 2011 16:59:29 +0000 rae 324042@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Ah, I knew the dye idea was all kinds of wrong; I guess I was just in denial that I am out of luck if the burgundy won't fly. Sincere thanks for the opinions thus far - please keep 'em coming! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/probably-a-stupid-question-can-burgundy-pass-as-a-lightspring-color#post-324032 Thu, 31 Mar 2011 16:44:44 +0000 amyreh 324032@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I say go for it, you are great at making anything work! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/probably-a-stupid-question-can-burgundy-pass-as-a-lightspring-color#post-324030 Thu, 31 Mar 2011 16:43:11 +0000 rosee 324030@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>According to an H&amp;M mag article (ok, advertising) I read, burgundy and rust are big colors in Europe this spring. Do the burgundy, don't buy new shoes just to dye them -- even though you did a great job with your chocolate pair! Just make sure to lighten it up with some springier colors -- light grey would be excellent if you have it. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/probably-a-stupid-question-can-burgundy-pass-as-a-lightspring-color#post-324027 Thu, 31 Mar 2011 16:37:52 +0000 Heather 324027@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Rae, those boots are great; however, if they are more than you would normally fork over for a pair of boots, then don't buy this pair to dye! *gasp* Buy this pair to wear as is! =) </p> <p>I really like the burgundy and I think "spring" is a relative term/feeling. If they will work with your spring wardrobe, then go for it. </p> <p>You always look amazing. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/probably-a-stupid-question-can-burgundy-pass-as-a-lightspring-color#post-323997 Thu, 31 Mar 2011 15:23:45 +0000 Jonesy 323997@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I agree with Mo. They are certainly not traditionally "springy," but neither are black shoes or boots. If you are in love with them, get them! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/probably-a-stupid-question-can-burgundy-pass-as-a-lightspring-color#post-323996 Thu, 31 Mar 2011 15:23:27 +0000 chewyspaghetti 323996@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I just want to caution you about trying to dye a lighter color over a darker one- probably not a good idea. Dying darker is always easier. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/probably-a-stupid-question-can-burgundy-pass-as-a-lightspring-color#post-323994 Thu, 31 Mar 2011 15:19:04 +0000 Mo 323994@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Don't people still wear black shoes even in summer? Although they may not scream spring, I think they'd be okay. They make my heart pitter patter, too! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/probably-a-stupid-question-can-burgundy-pass-as-a-lightspring-color#post-323993 Thu, 31 Mar 2011 15:17:32 +0000 firefly 323993@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I can't claim to be an expert by any means, but I think these look great! When I read your post I was expecting a very dark, heavy maroon, but they're a lot lighter than I thought they would be. They would definitely inject personality into a work wardrobe. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/probably-a-stupid-question-can-burgundy-pass-as-a-lightspring-color#post-323990 Thu, 31 Mar 2011 15:10:54 +0000 rae 323990@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm probably reaching on this one, but I came across these shoes that make my heart pitter-patter. </p> <p><a href="http://www.endless.com/dp/B003QCK1DU/ref=asc_df_B003QCK1DU1487121?tag=googlecom09c9_endless-20&#038;creative=395033&#038;linkCode=asn&#038;creativeASIN=B003QCK1DU" rel="nofollow">http://www.endless.com/dp/B003.....B003QCK1DU</a></p> <p>I've been looking for boots I can wear to the office in the warmer months without looking crazy, and I really like the height and details on these and think they would add a little of my personality. They're a bit more than I usually spend, so I can't get them just because I *want* them. If the burgundy is totally out, I am tempted to get the brown and dye to a tan or taupe color... opinions? wisdom? splash of cold, cold reality? </p>