https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/reconsidering-a-nas-purchasemunro-robynshelp Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Sat, 25 Apr 2026 06:33:37 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/reconsidering-a-nas-purchasemunro-robynshelp/page/2#post-1374269 Sun, 12 Oct 2014 14:38:02 +0000 jackiec 1374269@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hi Kerry - Ha! I still have them sitting in my entryway. We are having car problems so I'm not able to get anywhere near the border for awhile. Strangely enough I was wandering around the mall the other day, trying on all kinds of booties, Stuart Weitzman, Ecco, and other various brands. While in Ingledews I saw the Munros and picked them up thinking "hmm, nice boots." They definitely fit the hole of dressier boot. If I was back at work they'd be fantastic. In the meantime, they take up a nice spot beside the front door. We shall see ;)</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/reconsidering-a-nas-purchasemunro-robynshelp/page/2#post-1374201 Sun, 12 Oct 2014 12:59:21 +0000 marianna 1374201@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I also bought the Robyn's at NAS, but I will be using them for business casual looks with trousers. For me they fill a hole for a comfortable, dressy bootie that will work with slacks for work. I wouldn't consider them a fun casual bootie, but more of a work shoe (for me anyway). I think it depends on your needs. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/reconsidering-a-nas-purchasemunro-robynshelp/page/2#post-1374193 Sun, 12 Oct 2014 12:12:22 +0000 kerry 1374193@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Jackie, what did you decide? I was just wearing the Robyns yesterday and they are so insanely comfortable. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/reconsidering-a-nas-purchasemunro-robynshelp/page/2#post-1372442 Thu, 09 Oct 2014 06:28:40 +0000 CocoLion 1372442@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think they look flattering. I love booties with dips in front, for that reason. &nbsp;&nbsp;But if you don't like the style, go ahead and avail yourself of Nordstrom's world-class service. &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/reconsidering-a-nas-purchasemunro-robynshelp#post-1372430 Thu, 09 Oct 2014 05:47:09 +0000 Mia 1372430@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>They are the Remi double zip and I found them true to size. The zips are gold tone and I wear almost exclusively white gold or silver but it isn't a very yellow gold and they are not too chunky so I didn't hesitate. Actually they were not on sale after all (Oops!) but at $258 for leather in and out and rubber sole for the Vancouver rain I think they are great value. Much better quality than the Sam Edelmans I have seen. Aldo has such on trend stuff but my son's shoes fell apart very quickly. Hopefully they have stock left in the Remi, they said they have been very popular.</p> <p>A lot of the other things were on sale. I bought my entire Fall run around wardrobe update today with the help of SA Debbie who was fab. I was there about 10:30 am and the store was blissfully quiet. I actually don't like shopping so getting a jacket, jeans, pants, boots, two tops and two sweaters in one swoop was like winning a lottery or something.</p> <p>I really need to get savvy with the links/photos soon </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/reconsidering-a-nas-purchasemunro-robynshelp#post-1372338 Thu, 09 Oct 2014 02:03:19 +0000 jackiec 1372338@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hey Mia - Park Royal J.Crew?! Hmmm you've tweaked my interest! I've been surfing around online but really don't have the patience for ordering, waiting, trying, returning. I found these Aldo's online that I may try on in the next few days&nbsp;<a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.aldoshoes.com/ca/en/women/boots/ankle-boots/c/131/KORIN/p/33523721-97">http://www.aldoshoes.com/ca/en.....3523721-97</a></p> <p>Your entire write-up seems so "me." I am intrigued by the boots. Can you send me a pic or tell me the name? I hit up Park Royal every once in awhile but have yet to go into the J.Crew.&nbsp;</p> <p>Love to see your booties. Thanks for your input.</p> <p>Really appreciate everyone's help. I've wrapped up the Munros. Almost made a run for the border tonight but someone's gotta feed the family... When I've made up my mind to return, I like to do it ASAP. </p> </p> <p>**coming back to say I think I see the JCrew ones online, but are the zips gold? that might be a deal-breaker for me. I have so much silver toned hardware....</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/reconsidering-a-nas-purchasemunro-robynshelp#post-1372251 Wed, 08 Oct 2014 23:37:19 +0000 Mia 1372251@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I can so relate to your dilemma Jackie. &nbsp;I had a pair of Tsubo booties a little like your Munro's when the ankle boot really hit the mainstream and I never felt right in them. &nbsp;My style doesn't have much of any "arty" and things with a lot of curves lines never seem to work. &nbsp;I have been looking for years for right "run around" bootie. &nbsp;I bought a pair of Paul Green that are so comfy but they are suede and brown and I need black to bookend my hair with most outfits.</p> <p>I brought home the Alexander Wang with the cutout in the heel and it didn't seem to fit in my wardrobe either and returned them for a pair of Stuart Weitzman pointed toe kinda mod booties that are too refined and dressy for my not imaginary life&nbsp;and&nbsp;&nbsp;then this morning at Park Royal J. Crew&nbsp;I tried on a pair of black ankle boots with two zips (similar to the SE you have shown)&nbsp;just to have something to try on with the clothes. &nbsp;Voila!! &nbsp;They were so comfy and just that little edgy casual touch with the zippers. &nbsp;They work perfectly with the Minnie pants and jeans I live in most of the time. &nbsp;They were also on sale.....</p> <p>J. Crew footwear doesn't usually fit me either so obviously the stars were aligned. &nbsp;Bottom line.....keep looking until you find it. &nbsp;Don't settle. &nbsp;Best of luck and if you want more info on the J Crew boot let me know. &nbsp;</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/reconsidering-a-nas-purchasemunro-robynshelp#post-1372235 Wed, 08 Oct 2014 22:44:53 +0000 Janet 1372235@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I totally get what you're saying. I bought a pair of Ara booties, oh, maybe two years ago? that have this same type of cut, because I was enamoured of the silver metallic finish. (The pic below in my Finds is the style but a different color) Well, then my husband bought me the gunmetal Rag &amp; Bone Newburys and the Aras languished because they look more "refined" and the R&amp;B's skew more "rock'n'roll". Fortunately, I had gotten the Aras on sale, so not a huge investment. </p> <p>However, I've found there is a place for both in my wardrobe. The Aras are really, really comfortable, and their slightly pointier toes look good with my bootcuts. The lower heel is welcome sometimes. But I don't ever reach for them to wear with BF jeans or anything that I'm rolling or cuffing -- the vibe just isn't right. </p> <p>So if you have other ways you'd wear these, maybe they're worth keeping. Otherwise, I'd try to return while they're still relatively new. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/reconsidering-a-nas-purchasemunro-robynshelp#post-1372227 Wed, 08 Oct 2014 22:31:05 +0000 Aida 1372227@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Looks like you've already gotten good advice re the style, so I just wanted to add that I wouldn't own these booties <i>for my style</i> and we have similar style tastes... and my casual style is more refined than yours! But I totally adore the metallic SE and the "Jacky" with the cutout heel that Angie linked. Sounds like you've got some leads to follow up on </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/reconsidering-a-nas-purchasemunro-robynshelp#post-1372203 Wed, 08 Oct 2014 22:13:51 +0000 catgirl 1372203@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I was just going to say that the Topshop boots have been EXTREMELY comfortable for me - they seem to have gotten more so at my now 5th all day wearing. Short, wide, high volume feet checking in here.</p> <p>I get exactly what is just a little off for your style with these boots - they skew a tiny bit "sensible" without a masculine vibe to give them edge.&nbsp; I've loved them on forum members but can see why you might not love them for yourself.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/reconsidering-a-nas-purchasemunro-robynshelp#post-1372155 Wed, 08 Oct 2014 21:21:25 +0000 Angie 1372155@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Update: the Topshop booties are going back. Not comfortable.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/reconsidering-a-nas-purchasemunro-robynshelp#post-1372100 Wed, 08 Oct 2014 19:34:20 +0000 Firecracker (Sharan) 1372100@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh, dear, I can identify, Elizabeth. I tried the Sam Edelman Petty in black, when I ended up buying the Munro Lexie recently. The metallic sure looks tempting to me, too. </p> <p>Jackie, I'm with you on the love/hate relationship with black. It's so easy, because it's everywhere! I like my taupe and metallic shoes so much more than my black ones. And yet, I do wear black quite a lot. It's still quite useful!</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/reconsidering-a-nas-purchasemunro-robynshelp#post-1371953 Wed, 08 Oct 2014 15:04:43 +0000 Anonymous 1371953@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Something about the curves on these Robyns doesn't jibe with your style, IMO. I vote return too, with zero guilt. You probably won't wear them much if you keep them.&nbsp;</p> <p>If you use girl math, you can totally spend your return money (and even augment it a bit to get exactly what you want) on a new pair of booties. </p> <p>ETA: @Diana, see? Great minds think alike, and at the same time, apparently!</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/reconsidering-a-nas-purchasemunro-robynshelp#post-1371950 Wed, 08 Oct 2014 15:01:46 +0000 Diana 1371950@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hmm, so I kind of see what you mean.&nbsp; Last winter I bought a pair of sleek low-heeled booties with the v-shaped front (see the picture below) and have found them very useful.&nbsp; However, I did consider the Robyn briefly but decided not to even try them for two reasons: I found the toe a little too rounded&nbsp; (not round exactly, but lacking sharp angles), which I thought reduced the dressy factor, and I really dislike center front seams on things (which is admittedly more of a personal poison eye, but I do think they also make things look less sharp/edgy).&nbsp; The pair I ended up with (by Everybody, it's not available any more though) has a more almond shaped toe and asymmetrical seaming, both of which I think make it look sleeker.&nbsp; Somehow to me the Robyns never appealed to me (except for the comfort thing) because they just look a little too rounded and not sharp enough.</p> <p>So I guess what I'm trying to say is that the Robyns seem a little bit neither here nor there for me as well.&nbsp; Like, not tough/stompy enough to be a true casual boot but also not refined enough for dressy things.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/reconsidering-a-nas-purchasemunro-robynshelp#post-1371939 Wed, 08 Oct 2014 14:49:28 +0000 Elizabeth P 1371939@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>They don't have my size :(.&nbsp; But I was able to join a waitlist, I hope that means something...&nbsp; Can't find them anywhere else...</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/reconsidering-a-nas-purchasemunro-robynshelp#post-1371926 Wed, 08 Oct 2014 14:40:52 +0000 jackiec 1371926@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Cross posted with you Elizabeth! Haha you are hilarious!!! I really do think the munros are great with skirts, the reality is that I rarely wear them.</p> <p>Aren't those metallic pettys awesome? I thought the same thing!!! I was considering the cognac ones before I picked up the aldos.</p> <p>Here I was trying for a sort of austerity October (ha!) but I suppose a return is money in the pocket?..... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/reconsidering-a-nas-purchasemunro-robynshelp#post-1371922 Wed, 08 Oct 2014 14:38:02 +0000 jackiec 1371922@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Angie, you are correct - conservative is the wrong word. Thanks for the correction!</p> <p>I appreciate the suggestions! Will check them out! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/reconsidering-a-nas-purchasemunro-robynshelp#post-1371921 Wed, 08 Oct 2014 14:37:08 +0000 Elizabeth P 1371921@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm not sure if I love or hate you guys.&nbsp; I'm following this thread, feeling less and less in love for my Robyn's, because, well, I love Jackie's style, and I want to be just like her when I grow up (which is very difficult given we look good in totally different colours, not to mention have totally different bodies) so if she needs something tougher, maybe I do too... but the truth is that&nbsp; that V is VERY flattering and my bootie need was for ones to wear with skirts, so I should be fine.&nbsp; Then Angie says the aren't conservative after all, and I feel better.&nbsp; I can be dressy refined and arty. </p> <p>And then.... </p> <p>Angie posts a pic of the SE Petty's, in FREAKING SILVER METALLIC.&nbsp; </p> <p>How quickly can one invent a hole then fill it?&nbsp; Seriously, with my hair, and my colour palette, these are MY neutral.&nbsp; And I know they fit, because I was going ot get them before the Robyn's entered my viewplane.&nbsp; </p> <p>Guess what website is next? :)&nbsp; </p> <p>(Sorry for the segue Jackie )</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/reconsidering-a-nas-purchasemunro-robynshelp#post-1371910 Wed, 08 Oct 2014 14:23:30 +0000 Angie 1371910@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I don't think conservative is the right word. Dressy, Refined&nbsp;and Arty,&nbsp;perhaps? And although you wear the Munros really well,&nbsp;I do think you're probably after a tougher and more casual bootie, Jackie. I vote return too, especially since you don't wear skirts and dresses. You need a chunkier look. I made some suggestions below.</p> <p>The ones Una has from Topshop&nbsp;aren't nearly as comfy but they are the right aesthetic. I am thinking about keeping them in the white - but I am not convinced about their comfort factor yet. I run around a lot in my line of work, and make no compromises for my feet. xo</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/reconsidering-a-nas-purchasemunro-robynshelp#post-1371892 Wed, 08 Oct 2014 14:06:08 +0000 Neel 1371892@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I am in love with those Munros. Sleek and edgy in my world (edgier than the top shop booties!) The v front actually feels like it adds more structure to an outfit with pants. BUT, if you don't love them .... Then I see no reason why you shouldn't exchange </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/reconsidering-a-nas-purchasemunro-robynshelp#post-1371885 Wed, 08 Oct 2014 14:00:38 +0000 jackiec 1371885@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thank you for all of the good advice!</p> <p>I'm leaning towards return, as much as they are comfy. I do have a super flat pair of black Chelseas with little gold studs that I bought the year before in Paris. The problem with those is that they are a bit too flat, if you know what I mean. However the sentimental factor will keep them in my closet for awhile longer. I tend to default to tall black boots in the winter when I need the black on the bottom. I think I'll still watch out for a more fashion forward boot.</p> <p>Actually it's true that I don't reach for black shoes/booties nearly as often as the lighter ones. I'd assume it's my colouring and I'm finally figuring that out. I fact, I should probably be cutting the black down in my wardrobe and leaning more towards ink as many of you have. Black is just so easy!!!</p> <p>Advice much much appreciated </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/reconsidering-a-nas-purchasemunro-robynshelp#post-1371882 Wed, 08 Oct 2014 13:58:23 +0000 Anonymous 1371882@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Jackie, I knew exactly what you were going to say before I even finished reading your whole post. &nbsp;I have exactly the same visual response to these boots. Like you, I know lots of members have them and love them , and I even admire them in pictures thinking I should try a pair, but I just can't. &nbsp;I think you're right in feeling they are a little too conservative and , I don't know what word i want here, but....for your look. &nbsp;I can relate as I think you and I share a like for similar looks. &nbsp;Anyways, they are not exactly inexpensive either , so I vote cleaning up the sole and &nbsp;returning them. &nbsp;*gets kicked off the forum for not "feeling" Munro boots* &nbsp;:) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/reconsidering-a-nas-purchasemunro-robynshelp#post-1371876 Wed, 08 Oct 2014 13:44:31 +0000 texstyle 1371876@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Do you wear other black shoes? Are you sure you want black? Just wondering if it's truly the style or if another black pair will also not be worn as much. Either way if you don't love them, I'd return them.</p> <p>I don't wear my black booties nearly as much as the cognac and have steered away from buying black shoes for the most part, but I do have two black jackets that I sometimes bookend with them. If I had it to do over I would not have bought those jackets in black (I really prefer navy/deep charcoal/ink/taupe) and would have chosen ink/navy booties or a deep taupe-gray for fall/winter. That said, I agree that the other styles are probably more suited to your style. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/reconsidering-a-nas-purchasemunro-robynshelp#post-1371860 Wed, 08 Oct 2014 13:14:03 +0000 Suz 1371860@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Well....the Munros look great and are comfortable.&nbsp;</p> <p>Could you have a need for <b>TWO </b>pair of dark booties, perhaps?&nbsp;</p> <p>I know you are trying to rationalize and reduce, but in our climate (even Vancouver has a long winter) a varied assortment of booties is a great thing.&nbsp;</p> <p>I have a pair of refined black chelsea boots by Stuart Weitzman. These are quite classic with an almond toe.&nbsp;</p> <p>And I also have a pair of ink blue booties from Zara that are a bit more fashion forward.&nbsp;</p> <p>And I wear and love both of these.&nbsp;</p> <p>Just sayin.'</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/reconsidering-a-nas-purchasemunro-robynshelp#post-1371854 Wed, 08 Oct 2014 12:58:10 +0000 Anonymous 1371854@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Coincidentally, I got the Sam Edelman ones you're considering at NAS and am actually reconsidering those!&nbsp;(Not because they're not great shoes, but because I'm not sure if I'm excited to wear them and I have enough other boots and booties&nbsp;that it's hard to justify new ones that aren't really calling to me.)&nbsp;I ordered a more full-on Chelsea style from J. Crew as a possible alternative&nbsp;and will probably post pictures once I try them on.</p> <p>The Munros do look a little dressy and classic. They look really good on you, especially in the white jeans outfit and the black skirt outfit from the K/R thread, but I agree with Rabbit that they're maybe not the most "you" shoes ever. And, if you can return them and get another pair that does thrill you instead, why not? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/reconsidering-a-nas-purchasemunro-robynshelp#post-1371834 Wed, 08 Oct 2014 12:05:10 +0000 Elizabeth P 1371834@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Well, you know I love the Robyn's!&nbsp; But part of the reason is because of that "v" in the front, and I think that is more flattering to the leg with dresses and skirts... so fills a hole for me.&nbsp; But doesn't sound like that's something you need.&nbsp; I do wish the heel were a little heavier, but hey.&nbsp; I do have several pairs of booties and don't pretend to try to have one pair to cover lots of situations!&nbsp; I say if you are questioning them (and this is not the first time you've mentioned this) then they are not right for you.&nbsp; Do something about it while you can.&nbsp; Is it worth looking for the replacement first?&nbsp; I don't know how fussy your feet are... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/reconsidering-a-nas-purchasemunro-robynshelp#post-1371823 Wed, 08 Oct 2014 11:44:27 +0000 cheryle (Dianthus) 1371823@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love the look of the Munros but I am also conservative in my style choices. &nbsp;If you don't love them and don't feel comfortable wearing them, then you have your answer. &nbsp;Most of the fashion mistakes I've made over the years have been on items I had doubts about but bought anyway.</p> <p>Get the ones you love instead and be happy. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/reconsidering-a-nas-purchasemunro-robynshelp#post-1371771 Wed, 08 Oct 2014 07:56:24 +0000 bj1111 1371771@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The topshop ones seem fashion forward, a direction you want to go. Una (alaskagirl) loves hers. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/reconsidering-a-nas-purchasemunro-robynshelp#post-1371736 Wed, 08 Oct 2014 04:05:06 +0000 Firecracker (Sharan) 1371736@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>There shouldn't be any trouble with returning them. I've found that the sales associates have started asking, "Did you wear them outside?" when I return shoes at Nordstrom. Once when I responded that I didn't, I asked why they asked; the person said that they just wanted to know, "because wouldn't you want to know if you were buying a pair of shoes, whether they had been worn outside?" Which I took to mean, possibly, that they send the worn-outside ones to the Rack and re-sell the others at the Nordstrom store if they can. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/reconsidering-a-nas-purchasemunro-robynshelp#post-1371735 Wed, 08 Oct 2014 03:59:39 +0000 rabbit 1371735@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>In your situation I&nbsp;would go with my&nbsp;gut. &nbsp;From what I've seen of your style, you seem very at home and look&nbsp;fab in more casual, minimalist,&nbsp;slightly RATE&nbsp;or slightly tomboy outfits. &nbsp;Especially for an expensive shoe, I'd want to feel great every time I wore it. &nbsp;I'd check and clean the soles of the shoes, but then return them if you were unsure. &nbsp; These look a little more refined, and a little less androgynous(?) than I associate with your everyday look, although of course they do look fine on you to my eye. </p>