https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/soooi-just-got-back-from-nas Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Wed, 20 May 2026 17:43:20 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/soooi-just-got-back-from-nas/page/2#post-185500 Sun, 18 Jul 2010 22:45:22 +0000 Maya 185500@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Brianna, just a note: The SW's are pretty narrow in the calf. The elastic panel is only at the very top, not all the way down the shaft, so it will stretch at the top but not really at the calf. I don't know what kind of calves you have but it's worth mentioning. They measure 6.5" when I measure them flat at the widest part. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/soooi-just-got-back-from-nas#post-185397 Sun, 18 Jul 2010 18:31:29 +0000 Ariadne 185397@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yeah, I just measured my legs and the back of my knee is 15" from the ankle. So, I'd have the same problem. It's weird that there is no vent or stretch there. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/soooi-just-got-back-from-nas#post-185394 Sun, 18 Jul 2010 18:29:08 +0000 Maya 185394@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Brianna, my main concern with the Steve Maddens was the lack of a vent in the back. I hated the feeling of not being able to bend my knees properly. Maybe it won't bother you as much, but it drove me batty. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/soooi-just-got-back-from-nas#post-185392 Sun, 18 Jul 2010 18:26:33 +0000 Ariadne 185392@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Maybe they'd work, then. I can wear the Brulees, which are not particularly wide. I am sort of in between a 7.5 and an 8, so I would buy 8.</p> <p>I'm also consdiering the Steven by Steve Madden ones, which are cheaper. I'm tall so maybe they'd be OK on me. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/soooi-just-got-back-from-nas#post-185380 Sun, 18 Jul 2010 17:29:59 +0000 Maya 185380@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Brianna, Angie says these are not roomy, but I found them comfy on my wide feet. I did size up though, which I usually do in boots anyway. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/soooi-just-got-back-from-nas#post-185377 Sun, 18 Jul 2010 17:24:34 +0000 Ariadne 185377@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hmm. Off to watch the other thread too--I also thought OTK boots were supposed to cover the knee.</p> <p>Angie/Maya, do these boots run narrow, like other SW shoes? If so I probably shouldn't even bother with them, as my feet are on the wider side. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/soooi-just-got-back-from-nas#post-185331 Sun, 18 Jul 2010 16:12:47 +0000 Maya 185331@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>They are a 7 Angie. I always size up in boots.</p> <p>I'm confused by the "loads of knee coverage." Aren't they supposed to cover the knee? They are just barely hitting the top of my knee. I wouldn't want to go any shorter, otherwise they would only cover part of my knee.</p> <p>These are the best fit of all the OTK boots I have tried. I'm not sure I could do much better, so if these don't work, I think I'll just have to forgo the trend. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/soooi-just-got-back-from-nas#post-185328 Sun, 18 Jul 2010 16:09:42 +0000 Angie 185328@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Even with your proportionally long leg line, these boots *are* long for you Maya. They come up very high at the back. And there is loads of knee coverage to boot. I'm very surprised that the foot fits comfortably because I did not find them roomy on the toebox. Perhaps the ultra soft leather is what makes that side of things more comfortable? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/soooi-just-got-back-from-nas#post-185326 Sun, 18 Jul 2010 16:05:13 +0000 Maya 185326@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>That's good to know Scarlet. The back part is actually a small panel of stretch fabric, but since my legs are skinny it is actually rather loose. My concern is that over time, all the bunching that happens when I sit is going to stretch it out even more. </p> <p>The ebay boots have a cutout in the back for your knees, no fabric. Dunno if it will be low enough though. But they take returns so I'm willing to find out. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/soooi-just-got-back-from-nas#post-185220 Sun, 18 Jul 2010 07:02:53 +0000 Scarlet 185220@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh yeah, I think also you mentioned somewhere you have relatively long legs in proportion to your torso, so maybe that's why the length works for you. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/soooi-just-got-back-from-nas#post-185219 Sun, 18 Jul 2010 07:01:43 +0000 Scarlet 185219@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Maya, I LOVE THOSE BOOTS ON YOU SO MUCH! </p> <p>I have OTK boots and they hit the back of my knee like yours do. I found it pretty weird at first when sitting but then I got used to it. In my case the leather is soft and slouchy (They don't stand up by themselves.) and because of that they have developed creases behind my knee, but I think it looks fine. That was sweet of your mom to put you on the installment plan. I didn't notice and ankle bunching, but be sure it doesn't rub on your ankle in an uncomfortable way. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/soooi-just-got-back-from-nas#post-185187 Sun, 18 Jul 2010 05:05:23 +0000 Maya 185187@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Here are more piccies. It seems no matter what I do I can't get them to come out clear because they are black! I don't think the bunching is as bad as I thought, but a new problem has come up. They look fine here...</p> <p><a href="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v35/ranabow/IMG_2635.jpg" rel="nofollow">http://img.photobucket.com/alb.....G_2635.jpg</a><br /> <a href="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v35/ranabow/IMG_2633.jpg" rel="nofollow">http://img.photobucket.com/alb.....G_2633.jpg</a><br /> <a href="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v35/ranabow/IMG_2632.jpg" rel="nofollow">http://img.photobucket.com/alb.....G_2632.jpg</a></p> <p>However, Angie is sort of right about the height. The front is perfect, but the back does come up high. When I stand or walk it's not a big deal, but when I sit it comes up about an inch beyond where my knee bends in the back and causes them to bunch up. It seems like a very easy fix and I'm sure a cobbler could trim it off, but they are so expensive it kind of freaks me out that I will a) have to spend more and b) risk ruining them. It might be a dealbreaker. I should have known better than to disobey Angie :(</p> <p><a href="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v35/ranabow/IMG_2639.jpg" rel="nofollow">http://img.photobucket.com/alb.....G_2639.jpg</a><br /> <a href="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v35/ranabow/IMG_2640.jpg" rel="nofollow">http://img.photobucket.com/alb.....G_2640.jpg</a></p> <p>So I am starting to believe I am doomed to live a life without OTK boots! They are even harder to fit than regular boots. Aside from getting the height, width, and comfort level right, now I have to worry about whether or not the front AND back are low enough? Grr &gt;:( These were so close! </p> <p>I guess I'll get the back measurement on the ebay boots and see how they compare, but I'm not optimistic. Sigh.</p> <p>Edit: as usual I might be having an apoplexy for nothing. I just looked at a few videos on Zappos for other SW OTK boots and the pink tights picture on Bloomies and it looks like they all come up that high in the back. Please tell me you agree because the more I wear these boots, the more attached I am becoming... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/soooi-just-got-back-from-nas#post-185185 Sun, 18 Jul 2010 05:00:49 +0000 marianne 185185@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Ooh Maya, I was looking at these boots today and decided they would be too much for me (both style- and price-wise), so I didn't even try them on. Now seeing your pictures makes me want to go back.<br /> I have no idea how OTK boots are supposed to fit, but I really like them. I think bunching at the ankles is totally normal. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/soooi-just-got-back-from-nas#post-185179 Sun, 18 Jul 2010 04:19:23 +0000 crazyone 185179@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I remember Esprit had tweed shorts during the winter, hopefully they'll have them again. It'll be at a lower price point... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/soooi-just-got-back-from-nas#post-185177 Sun, 18 Jul 2010 04:07:54 +0000 cciele 185177@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Boots are awesome on you Maya! What a nice splurge. I hope you are able to find the shorts too. You would rock that look. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/soooi-just-got-back-from-nas#post-185157 Sun, 18 Jul 2010 03:02:48 +0000 Sparky 185157@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I had just heard what Chel had posted that some out-of-stock items will be restocked starting Wednesday so there's hope yet. </p> <p>Maya, are you already wearing socks with the SW boots? If not, maybe a pair of short, thick-ish socks would add enough bulk to your ankle to give you a smoother line. From the pictures though, I can't see any bunching. </p> <p>I love the boots on you, FWIW. I plan to wear mine with a couple sweater dresses I already have. Makes me feel all warm and cozy just thinking about it. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/soooi-just-got-back-from-nas#post-185137 Sun, 18 Jul 2010 02:42:43 +0000 Sihaya 185137@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Nice outfit Maya. Also love the necklace! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/soooi-just-got-back-from-nas#post-185091 Sun, 18 Jul 2010 00:47:54 +0000 Lisa 185091@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love these boots on you, I agree they "bookend" very well. I don't see a problem with the bunching, all my boots do that except my cowboy one's. Maybe you can play a scratch off and win your boot money? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/soooi-just-got-back-from-nas#post-185070 Sun, 18 Jul 2010 00:11:17 +0000 kellygirl 185070@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>They look beautiful on you, Maya! The length looks perfect. It's hard to see the ankles in the pics you posted but the overall look is so sleek and urban. They really suit you. I agree though, for the money, they better be pretty close to perfect to keep! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/soooi-just-got-back-from-nas#post-185059 Sat, 17 Jul 2010 23:34:41 +0000 Anonymous 185059@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Those boots are beautiful on you, Maya. If they are super comfortable, you will wear the heck out of them. They "bookend" your hair color and have that urban edge you do so well. However, your plan sounds very reasonable since it's too hot right now for boots anyway. Either way I hope you get a pair of fabulously comfy and stylish boots for fall. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/soooi-just-got-back-from-nas#post-185053 Sat, 17 Jul 2010 23:17:42 +0000 Maya 185053@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Ooh fabulous. Thanks Chelle! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/soooi-just-got-back-from-nas#post-185052 Sat, 17 Jul 2010 23:16:30 +0000 chellebrate 185052@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I just read the following from Nordstrom on FB. Maybe your shorts will be one of them online. "More sale items will be available online starting Wednesday! Many items that sold out at the start of the sale will be back by popular demand. Stay tuned!" </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/soooi-just-got-back-from-nas#post-185041 Sat, 17 Jul 2010 22:35:16 +0000 Maya 185041@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>They were too expensive for me too Tanya. My mom cut a deal with me. She'd pay for them with her credit card so she can get points or miles or something...then I'd pay her back in installments :p </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/soooi-just-got-back-from-nas#post-185039 Sat, 17 Jul 2010 22:33:35 +0000 Tanya 185039@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love these boots on you Maya! I would certainly keep them if I were you. ( I have just come back from NAS myself and completely fell in love with them, but they are too pricey for me). </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/soooi-just-got-back-from-nas#post-185022 Sat, 17 Jul 2010 22:17:34 +0000 agrace 185022@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yes I recall she doesn't like the bright colored tights from I guess last winter when we were discussing it. I think if you had a dark colored outfit, bright tights and those boots - you would look great. Try it! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/soooi-just-got-back-from-nas#post-185006 Sat, 17 Jul 2010 21:53:57 +0000 Maya 185006@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm not sure Sveta. I can't afford them full price though. $99 for fab boots is a great deal. I guess I can always ask if they're available anywhere, but I don't know what size I would need since I haven't tried them on.</p> <p>Angie hates brightly colored tights Agrace. Well, to be fair she said on arty young personalities (i.e. me) she can live with them, but I don't think she will ever truly love them </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/soooi-just-got-back-from-nas#post-185003 Sat, 17 Jul 2010 21:29:35 +0000 agrace 185003@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like them in that post too...what does she hate about that look in particular - the colored tights? </p> <p>I think it is a bold look - the boots - and I would love to see you wear them with those shorts. Can you start a good old fashioned stalking of the shorts? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/soooi-just-got-back-from-nas#post-185002 Sat, 17 Jul 2010 21:28:04 +0000 Sveta 185002@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Are these sizes going to re-appear after the sale is over for the full price?<br /> Maya, I am not an expert on OTK boots and the pictures are a little difficult to see but I think they look good. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/soooi-just-got-back-from-nas#post-184997 Sat, 17 Jul 2010 21:20:38 +0000 Maya 184997@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Agrace, I anticipated I'd have trouble since I wear a small size, and as Angie mentioned in her NAS post, smaller sizes disappear faster. The Trouvé boots surprised me though. I was not expecting them to be so popular. I'm disappointed because I really loved them and desperately wanted a pair of rugged laceup boots. If you typically wear a medium or a large you might have better luck. Also, I'm sure there will be a wave of returns soon so I'm not going to have an apoplexy just yet.</p> <p>The pictures are dark, I know. Ever since my brother moved out and took all his lamps with him, that room never seems to get proper lighting. </p> <p>I'll probably wear these with jeans most of the time, but also with dresses. I only say that because if it's cold enough for OTK boots, it's probably too cold for a dress, but who knows. I have become such a frockaholic that the idea of going back to jeans every day makes me sad. I would also love to wear them earlier in the season with tweed shorts (like the Sanctuary ones that are sold out, grr), and hose.</p> <p>I do rather like them in this post with the pink tights...which I have and Angie hates &gt;:) </p> <p><a href="http://youlookfab.com/2008/09/24/over-the-knee-boots-arty-or-tarty/" rel="nofollow">http://youlookfab.com/2008/09/.....-or-tarty/</a></p> <p>Those boots are also SW and I see they are bunchy around the model's ankles too, so perhaps it isn't as weird looking as I think. I think the ideal situation would be to get the ebay boots and have money left over for the Trouvé boots which will hopefully come back in stock! But I won't get my hopes up. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/soooi-just-got-back-from-nas#post-184993 Sat, 17 Jul 2010 21:09:43 +0000 agrace 184993@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Maya, the picture is a little hard for me to see the details but I like what I'm seeing. I'm a little irked reading about how all the sizes are gone at the NAS. Do they do th is on purpose? It seems like a lot of people (myself included) are just not going to find their size.</p> <p>I think your plan is good, and I *do* really like the boots from what I can see in the picture. What do you plan to wear them with? </p>