https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/thinking-about-light-blue-and-the-power-of-complements Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Tue, 14 Apr 2026 20:20:10 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/thinking-about-light-blue-and-the-power-of-complements#post-2177310 Tue, 09 Mar 2021 16:55:20 +0000 slim cat 2177310@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love light blue but may hold on for more turquoise blue - my fav in accessories ( jewelry, scarf..).<br />I tried ECCO 7 in light blue but felt slightly off - maybe was afraid to commit to such a light color that I'd ruin quickly.<br />Love all the fab blue pieces everyone posting - sign.. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/thinking-about-light-blue-and-the-power-of-complements#post-2177307 Tue, 09 Mar 2021 16:49:43 +0000 Anonymous 2177307@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Geez, Mlle Bijou - your blue bags are outstanding !!&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/thinking-about-light-blue-and-the-power-of-complements#post-2177303 Tue, 09 Mar 2021 16:48:36 +0000 Anonymous 2177303@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The Ecco's not working for me?  Eh - there are so many lovers of the look here on the forum. Just not my style . I need more from footwear and I think you and I share that requirement . Nothing too plain or basic.  There is also a fit issue - too wide and a half size too big ( perils of online ordering ) But again, I'm going to wear them every goddam place I  can this summer and stop talking about them   </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/thinking-about-light-blue-and-the-power-of-complements#post-2177274 Tue, 09 Mar 2021 16:08:20 +0000 Janet 2177274@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sal -- light blue, olive, and red all sound like lovely options for you! Bonus, I think they can all look really nice together too, if it turns out you can't pick just one! ;-)</p> <p>Nikki -- cute Vans! I looked at a pair online that were sort of a tie-dye-ish print in blues and greens. A little too busy for my current preferences but it made me consider Vans even though I've never even tried them.</p> <p>Cat2 -- that's typically what I do too, but in summer when I'm wearing fewer pieces, and working with a lot of black or white simple tops, I think combining matching/coordinating bag and footwear can make my ultra casual outfits look a bit more deliberate.&nbsp;</p> <p>Carla -- that steel color is beautiful, and not always easy to find! Good luck!&nbsp;</p> <p>Angie -- yes, your light blue complement is an inspiration! I think that's when I first started thinking about some light blue sneakers.</p> <p>Lisa -- I wonder why your blue Eccos don't resonate with you? I know that as I'm looking at pale blue shoes, I'm realizing I need to amp up the style factor of them, not just do a really basic looking sneaker in pale blue. Pale blue can look insipid on me if I don't choose the right item and style it properly. The Vince sneakers do have blue in them -- probably hard to see from that photo. I'm not ready to give up on them yet -- if I can get to where I can comfortably wear them, I won't invest in any more blue sneakers. Maybe sandals instead. I need to do a serious look at my sandals. Most are several years old.&nbsp;</p> <p>Helena and Rachy -- those colors are SO GOOD, aren't they?&nbsp;</p> <p>Suntiger -- These teal sandals (see Find below) caught my eye too. Not so easy to find teal sandals!&nbsp;</p> <p>Jamie -- yes, I love no-hardware bags too! Takes away the whole desire to "match" metals. That actually makes me use my Hobo bag in the photo less, even though I know I don't need to match.</p> <p>Janet -- yes, I've had that happen too! A bag is orphaned until I find the right shoes to make it all of a sudden the perfect complement!&nbsp;</p> <p>Bijou -- I'll be right there to steal that teal Bao Bao...</p> <p>Joy and Denise -- this is the perfect year to add that light blue! Lots of good options.&nbsp;</p> <p>Robin -- I think light blue shoes with jeans and a white top would be a nice update on classic. A light blue bag would just seal the deal! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/thinking-about-light-blue-and-the-power-of-complements#post-2177224 Tue, 09 Mar 2021 13:33:31 +0000 RobinF 2177224@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like your combos here. The snakeskin is fun, hope you make them work.</p> <p>I'm not sure about blue shoes for me, I like blue but don't have a lot in my closet at the moment so I'm not sure how much they would be worn. Although they could be cute with jeans. Maybe if I had a blue bag...<br />&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/thinking-about-light-blue-and-the-power-of-complements#post-2177183 Tue, 09 Mar 2021 06:39:42 +0000 CocoLion 2177183@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have light blue sneakers, scarves, jeans and tops. &nbsp;I love wearing light blue. &nbsp;I also have some medium blue that I am enjoying.<br />I think it's a great color for you. &nbsp;I really like the light blue bag. </p> <p>(I think I want/need a light blue bag...)</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/thinking-about-light-blue-and-the-power-of-complements#post-2177180 Tue, 09 Mar 2021 05:59:08 +0000 Anonymous 2177180@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I am a firm beliver in the power of color matching compliments, but have not yet added light blue. Aqua looks better on me and I do lave an aqua bag and loafers. I would like to find shoes and bag in pale blue for summer. It would be a nice change with black and other neutrals. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/thinking-about-light-blue-and-the-power-of-complements#post-2177159 Tue, 09 Mar 2021 03:43:01 +0000 Bijou 2177159@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I wear and use blue bags often and have some blue footwear. I had some pale blue boots and also denim sandals, but wore them out a few years ago and would add some if I came across them again. This is my current blue bag and footwear collection. The bag that looks white is actually a very pale blue. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/thinking-about-light-blue-and-the-power-of-complements#post-2177147 Tue, 09 Mar 2021 02:30:15 +0000 JAileen 2177147@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I really like the Franco Sarto snake pattern sandals and flats. &nbsp;<div><br /></div><div>I have a light blue Furla and several pairs of footwear to go - sandals, sneakers, etc. &nbsp;The bag was an orphan until I got them. &nbsp;My bag and footwear look great with grey and navy, which I have a lot of. &nbsp;Having a bag and “matching” shoes makes the outfit look intentional, IMO. &nbsp;</div> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/thinking-about-light-blue-and-the-power-of-complements#post-2177142 Tue, 09 Mar 2021 02:12:43 +0000 Jaime 2177142@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Well first off the light blue tote is gorgeous. I do have a thing for no hardware bags. I recently found some light blue shoes that I might test out today (I never know if a shoe is viable until it gets a full day workout). I am always attracted to blue shoes and have darker blue platforms and knee length boots in my closet. And I do like matching my shoes and bags - not always but a good option to have. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/thinking-about-light-blue-and-the-power-of-complements#post-2177125 Tue, 09 Mar 2021 01:01:54 +0000 Anonymous 2177125@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You need light blue shoes! I generally pair cognac shoes and bag, but would do burgundy or teal too. I'll order some sandals to go with my hummingbird bag soon- since it looks like sandal season is already upon us! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/thinking-about-light-blue-and-the-power-of-complements#post-2177123 Tue, 09 Mar 2021 00:52:29 +0000 rebekahphoto 2177123@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>hmmmm might need to join that train! </p> <p>Ironically I just have a few pairs of blue footwear &amp; I don't really wear them, ---baby blue &amp; red Fluevog sandals, suede Ecco boots &amp; some blue Birks....I've been on more of a metallic kick the last few seasons and tend to wear black footwear more often</p> <p>I wear lots of turquoise jewelry &amp; have obsessed about finding turquoise sandals or ankle boots, so maybe now is the time to look again....</p> <p>also I have these boots! Id like to have someone break them in for me...lol. the torture. but such a beautiful color&nbsp;</p> </p> <p>I like the color and shape of those Corsica sandals...</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/thinking-about-light-blue-and-the-power-of-complements#post-2177081 Mon, 08 Mar 2021 20:43:02 +0000 rachylou 2177081@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I need blue shoes like the turquoise Corsica sandal in the middle of your finds, but closed toe! I’m thinking ‘pop of colour.’ </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/thinking-about-light-blue-and-the-power-of-complements#post-2177063 Mon, 08 Mar 2021 18:40:07 +0000 Helena 2177063@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love these combos you've pulled together, and I agree, they don't have to match perfectly, they just have to "go" - especially with shoes and bag which are not right beside each other.</p> <p>I do think a new pair of light blue shoes is in your future! This is such a lovely colour on you and I bet it makes your eyes pop like no one's business. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/thinking-about-light-blue-and-the-power-of-complements#post-2177060 Mon, 08 Mar 2021 18:29:02 +0000 Anonymous 2177060@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Tanya did a post about this recently - and like you both , I’m always up for light blue footwear . It works so well with my summer clothes . I ordered a pair of the popular Ecco 7’s in pale blue last summer and should have listened to my instincts and returned tbem . I didn’t , and because I’m sad about the money I spent on them ( they are $$ in Canada ) , I’ve decided I’m going to wear the he$$ out of them this summer even though I don’t care for them . A blue snake print slide or sandal would be awesome to have too . Do your Vince sneakers have blue in them ? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/thinking-about-light-blue-and-the-power-of-complements#post-2177057 Mon, 08 Mar 2021 18:24:32 +0000 Angie 2177057@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>NICE complements. Hope you get the Vince sneakers to soften and become more comfy.&nbsp;</p> <p>YES to both questions. I have light blue sneakers and bags to match. I build complements with almost all my bags and shoes (and guitar straps!) :)</p> <p>Light blue bags and shoes - pic from a year ago:&nbsp;</p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/thinking-about-light-blue-and-the-power-of-complements#post-2177056 Mon, 08 Mar 2021 18:21:49 +0000 Carla 2177056@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I don’t think I’ll be adding (light) blue footwear, but I would&nbsp;<i>love&nbsp;</i>to find a steel blue leather bag, since I think it would work really well with the lilac I’ve been accumulating. &nbsp;I want the same colour as my new suitcase. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/thinking-about-light-blue-and-the-power-of-complements#post-2177055 Mon, 08 Mar 2021 18:21:39 +0000 cat2 2177055@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have an aqua and a teal bag. I don’t have footwear to match, instead I wear tops or sweaters that incorporate those colors and shoes to match either the metal in the bag or my pants/skirt. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/thinking-about-light-blue-and-the-power-of-complements#post-2177051 Mon, 08 Mar 2021 18:11:37 +0000 Anonymous 2177051@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wonderful aqua crossbody bag and matching sandals in your finds! I am on the blue train a little with a purchase of Vans. I tend to use the same bags; a small brown leather and a multi-color fabric backpack </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/thinking-about-light-blue-and-the-power-of-complements#post-2177043 Mon, 08 Mar 2021 17:58:03 +0000 Sal 2177043@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love your combinations here - really fresh. I think light blue footwear with a complement of a bag will work in so well with lots of your summer clothes.</p> <p>I have light blue Allbirds and find them easy to mix in. </p> <p>I am trying to decide on a colour to add this NZ winter as a complement. Considering light blue, olive or red( quite different aren’t they!) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/thinking-about-light-blue-and-the-power-of-complements#post-2177032 Mon, 08 Mar 2021 17:40:53 +0000 Janet 2177032@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Not a lot is speaking to me in terms of new trendy items for the coming seasons, but I am enjoying the abundance of light blue in footwear choices. So I’ve been checking out what is at retail, as you can see from my Finds.</p> <p>As chance would have it, my husband gave me a lovely light blue leather tote for Christmas, by a local designer who is a friend and colleague of his (see her label in pic 4). I like that it’s simple with no metal hardware to match. I don’t, however, have a lot of light blue other than a chambray shirt and some pieces that have a bit of light blue in a print. I tend to favor more saturated or darker blues — cobalt, etc. But I like pale blue and would add more if I find the right piece. </p> <p>However, I find that when it comes to bags, coordinating with footwear really helps tie an outfit together, so I think the arrival of trending blue shoes coinciding with this bag in my life is a sign that I could consider a new pair of summer shoes or sandals. I could see the light blue giving new life to a black and white or other neutral outfit. Or it could look good with one of my black summer dresses like the one from COS. </p> <p>So this morning while I was getting dressed, I pulled out my two lighter blue bags and decided to see how I could work with them. I have this pair of Vince platform snake print sneakers that I adore, but they are not the most comfortable. I need to try wearing them around the house more to see if I can make them work. I even wonder if a gentle stretch along the leather on the top might work. The heels don’t slip off, which is a miracle in itself, so I’m reluctant to give up on them. And look how great they are with that pale blue bag!</p> <p>I also got out this neglected Hobo bag and discovered that my Converse stretch sneakers actually go with it. The color is not exact but I don’t think it needs to be. This was a surprise I never noticed in my closet. So I think that will get me using that blue Hobo bag again! </p> <p>Are you on the blue footwear train? And are you using complements like matching bag to shoes? </p>