https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/theoretical-question-woven-vs-python-silver-boat-shoes Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Sat, 09 May 2026 20:33:24 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/theoretical-question-woven-vs-python-silver-boat-shoes/page/2#post-648402 Mon, 18 Jun 2012 08:33:29 +0000 harmonica 648402@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'd love that bronze python on you! And I definately hear you about the oxfords being too dressy. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/theoretical-question-woven-vs-python-silver-boat-shoes/page/2#post-648337 Mon, 18 Jun 2012 03:19:13 +0000 rae 648337@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks for your input, Kari! The pewter/bronze point is a good one - I wonder if what I saw in person was in fact pewter and I only assumed it was silver? Hm, I wonder... I also appreciate you chiming in on the style debate - I love how you put things together, so if you see possibilities, I am encouraged! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/theoretical-question-woven-vs-python-silver-boat-shoes/page/2#post-648182 Sun, 17 Jun 2012 21:51:38 +0000 Kari 648182@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Rae, I was surprised when others said that these shoes didn't go with your style - to me, they do. I think the outfit you posted here an example has great UWP elements - the denim jacket, the "ruggedness" of having the short jacket sleeves turned up and layering a henley underneath. And your rock preppier items like collared button-down shirts beautifully with more UWP items.</p> <p>I like the 2nd pair of shoes best here. You might also look for pewter - I'm a fan of pewter/bronze over silver/gold because it's not so much like "Hey, look at me, I'm shiny!" For my personal style, I'm more after sheen than shine, if that makes sense, and you might find that the same thing works with the UWP style that you've got going on. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/theoretical-question-woven-vs-python-silver-boat-shoes#post-648172 Sun, 17 Jun 2012 21:41:08 +0000 Jjsloane 648172@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You know I love them and have been waffling on buying some. I saw some rose gold (light copper - not too pink) ones at the Rack which might also be more nude on you. I would also worry the woven would peel on the edges (the silver) with wear (but there are silver sharpies now) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/theoretical-question-woven-vs-python-silver-boat-shoes#post-648138 Sun, 17 Jun 2012 20:52:43 +0000 Jem 648138@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Those are great, it would be hard to choose which one were my favorite. My feet used to ache all of the time but then I got orthotics. No more foot problems. They have different styles that can fit in different shoes. I think Angie is right, all you need is some arch support and then you will be comfy in flats. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/theoretical-question-woven-vs-python-silver-boat-shoes#post-648106 Sun, 17 Jun 2012 20:02:13 +0000 rae 648106@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Dianthus, they are these (different links have different sizes):<br /> <a href="http://www.peltzshoes.com/itemnew/item.aspx?invnum=9302118" rel="nofollow">http://www.peltzshoes.com/item.....um=9302118</a></p> <p><a href="http://www.basspro.com/Sperry-Top-Sider-Authentic-Original-(A/O)-2-Eye-Boat-Shoes-for-Ladies--Bronze-Snake/product/10215088/159376?hvarAID=shopping_googlebase&#038;om_mmc=shopping_googlebase" rel="nofollow">http://www.basspro.com/Sperry-.....googlebase</a></p> <p><a href="http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/sperry-top-sider-snake-boat-shoe/3191143?origin=category&#038;fashionColor=&#038;resultback=3187" rel="nofollow">http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/sp.....tback=3187</a></p> <p>I ordered the bronze because I could checkout with Amazon and thus they only cost $40! If I don't love those, I can try the silver later, as there is more stock available. Thanks for the help! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/theoretical-question-woven-vs-python-silver-boat-shoes#post-648098 Sun, 17 Jun 2012 19:47:57 +0000 Transcona Shannon 648098@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm DYING to see you try these out Rae! I can totally see these with your fab shorts outfits. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/theoretical-question-woven-vs-python-silver-boat-shoes#post-648095 Sun, 17 Jun 2012 19:38:17 +0000 Alecia 648095@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I LOVE my sperry's and I have been wearing them with mostly un-preppy outfits. I'm with Angie in that I could totally see them working with your look, Rae. All the options you've posted are great, but something is pulling me toward the non-woven silver. Maybe it's that I have a silver version (I don't think they're as shiny as the ones you posted) and I wear them everywhere. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/theoretical-question-woven-vs-python-silver-boat-shoes#post-648091 Sun, 17 Jun 2012 19:33:13 +0000 cheryle (Dianthus) 648091@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Rae, could you provide the information on the bronze pair please? I really like those and they might be the answer to my question a while back about what shoes to wear when it is summer but too cool for open shoes.</p> <p>I saw this pair on zappos while searching and thought they had potential too.</p> <p><a href="http://www.zappos.com/sperry-top-sider-angelfish-pewter-metallic?utm_source=shopstyle&#038;zfcTest=fw:1" rel="nofollow">http://www.zappos.com/sperry-t.....cTest=fw:1</a> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/theoretical-question-woven-vs-python-silver-boat-shoes#post-648089 Sun, 17 Jun 2012 19:32:19 +0000 bj1111 648089@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>silver woven...very bottega veneta. python bronze. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/theoretical-question-woven-vs-python-silver-boat-shoes#post-648084 Sun, 17 Jun 2012 19:30:36 +0000 Anonymous 648084@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I vote python. Huaraches are woven so the python would be different. I love the bronze for you. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/theoretical-question-woven-vs-python-silver-boat-shoes#post-648050 Sun, 17 Jun 2012 18:40:48 +0000 annagybe 648050@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'd vote for the python, I think they would just wear better. I could see the woven leather looking a bit ratty earlier. Of course I own a woven leather jacket, so uh, well there ya go.<br /> Honored to be given as an example. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/theoretical-question-woven-vs-python-silver-boat-shoes#post-648048 Sun, 17 Jun 2012 18:36:07 +0000 rae 648048@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I may surprise many to say this, but I realllly don't like flat oxfords for myself. I don't know if it's the fact that they remind me of jazz dance shoes or that the feel too dressy, but I can't do it. :T I will definitely try the inserts, though the adjustable laces on these seemed to give some support as well in the size I tried on. </p> <p>Hm, the bronze are safer, but the silver are more different from what I already have... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/theoretical-question-woven-vs-python-silver-boat-shoes#post-648008 Sun, 17 Jun 2012 17:20:16 +0000 cheryle (Dianthus) 648008@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I am switching from woven to bronze. The fact that it is a pseudo neutral for you puts it in the lead for me. I really like that one. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/theoretical-question-woven-vs-python-silver-boat-shoes#post-648007 Sun, 17 Jun 2012 17:19:15 +0000 ManidipaM 648007@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Ooh, I like the bronze a lot, Rae! Vildy's making me crack up though, picturing you standing on a deck with a harpoon in hand or something </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/theoretical-question-woven-vs-python-silver-boat-shoes#post-647936 Sun, 17 Jun 2012 15:15:22 +0000 Vildy 647936@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Now I like that bronze one for you - and I guess the python, too, if I picture you out on some raft wearing those shoes after you killed and skinned the snakes and sewed up the footwear. (Did you see Prometheus? Man, did that woman turn into a warrior princess - the princess part being mostly that she was pretty and feminine - for the contrast) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/theoretical-question-woven-vs-python-silver-boat-shoes#post-647931 Sun, 17 Jun 2012 15:10:41 +0000 ironkurtin 647931@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Rae, I love those for you. I tip toward python myself.</p> <p>I think it's great to try new things. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/theoretical-question-woven-vs-python-silver-boat-shoes#post-647928 Sun, 17 Jun 2012 15:08:32 +0000 Angie 647928@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hah! Hubs cracks me up. </p> <p>It sounds like you need arch support in flats, Rae. Try them with inserts. These shoes will not offer arch support. Love the bronze. </p> <p>You could also try lower heels with your short shorts. </p> <p>FLAT OXFORDS. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/theoretical-question-woven-vs-python-silver-boat-shoes#post-647927 Sun, 17 Jun 2012 15:06:35 +0000 rae 647927@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I just saw these, too. Bronze/copper python? Probably closer to a nude for me, but feels less summery. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/theoretical-question-woven-vs-python-silver-boat-shoes#post-647923 Sun, 17 Jun 2012 15:03:28 +0000 rae 647923@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks for chiming in, Angie! DH finally articulated that he finds high heels with my shorts a little too overtly sexy. I had agreed with that but it was easier to wear heels for comfort... well, if we are both feeling too sexy, then I guess the answer is to look for *the most comfy flats available*. lol. Narrow footed ladies seem to love these!</p> <p>Actually, Anna's adventures in flats inspired me, too. </p> <p>Rita and Christieanne, thanks for your opinions on comfort! </p> <p>I think I like the python better, too. Had to ask, since I found the woven ones cheaper. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/theoretical-question-woven-vs-python-silver-boat-shoes#post-647901 Sun, 17 Jun 2012 14:42:12 +0000 christieanne 647901@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This post is making me regret that I left the pewter colored Sperry's at nordstrom rack last week. Such a comfortable shoe! I will have to go back for them at some point. They had a ton of metallics (apparently the glam preppy thing is not big in my area). </p> <p>I love the python. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/theoretical-question-woven-vs-python-silver-boat-shoes#post-647899 Sun, 17 Jun 2012 14:40:54 +0000 Angie 647899@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I can't believe you are exploring flat shoes???! Welcome to my hood :)</p> <p>I'm going completely against the grain. Boat shoes are 100% within Rae's style persona, and Rae's style might be evolving into a renewed direction. I vote try the style in python. </p> <p>(Food for thought: Did you ever think that Annagybe would wear pastels, florals, soft lipstick and flats? Well. That's how Anna evolved her look and she is rocking it. Thanks for being a great example, Anna). </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/theoretical-question-woven-vs-python-silver-boat-shoes#post-647893 Sun, 17 Jun 2012 14:32:43 +0000 rae 647893@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks for the honest opinions, everyone!</p> <p>I actually do have a big preppy streak in my style, believe it or not. I like subverting the conservative look, if that makes sense. I have a bunch of toppers from Abercrombie, Hollister, and LL Bean and I personally think my sleeveless collared shirts are a bit preppy. </p> <p>Vildy, I DO see what you mean about them seeming like liars. Like a rugged brown would be more practical and "honest." I will keep that in mind for sure - and I'll think about that when trying on those tall, white, cracked leather boots, too! Something to chew on. The glam-ness is a little less in person for the silver shoes, I'd say. The shine is much more subtle. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/theoretical-question-woven-vs-python-silver-boat-shoes#post-647873 Sun, 17 Jun 2012 14:08:44 +0000 cheryle (Dianthus) 647873@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I prefer the look of the woven shoe myself but they are so similar that they should be equally useful with the wardrobe. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/theoretical-question-woven-vs-python-silver-boat-shoes#post-647863 Sun, 17 Jun 2012 13:29:30 +0000 modgrl 647863@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>They are great shoes. I am wearing them in gold today. Super comfy uber casual shoes. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/theoretical-question-woven-vs-python-silver-boat-shoes#post-647859 Sun, 17 Jun 2012 13:13:25 +0000 glam on the inside 647859@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like the woven. Nice mix of casual vibe and ... shiny! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/theoretical-question-woven-vs-python-silver-boat-shoes#post-647857 Sun, 17 Jun 2012 13:08:16 +0000 Janet 647857@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I agree with Scarlet -- they're so similar it would really be a judgment call. </p> <p>I don't think your UWP persona precludes a "glam preppy" shoe. I could see you rocking these with your short shorts and looking totally cool. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/theoretical-question-woven-vs-python-silver-boat-shoes#post-647817 Sun, 17 Jun 2012 10:30:28 +0000 Scarlet 647817@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think they are pretty interchangeable because the main thing is the color and they both have texture, which I think would dictate how you would wear them. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/theoretical-question-woven-vs-python-silver-boat-shoes#post-647811 Sun, 17 Jun 2012 09:56:49 +0000 Deborah 647811@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm not sure about these for you Rae. They are different to what I would normally expect to see you in, but that doesn't mean they won't work for you. I prefer the python. I really think I would need ton see you wearing them to make a fair assessment. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/theoretical-question-woven-vs-python-silver-boat-shoes#post-647805 Sun, 17 Jun 2012 09:47:24 +0000 Vildy 647805@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>ohh, I see these are being dubbed "glam preppy" or luxe and that explains why *I* liked both and could not chose. Yeah, I think the ladies are right - they're not honest enough for your style. I like a little dose of artifice - those styles are appealing to me exactly because their luxe fabrics make them liars. Would be jarring on you. </p>