https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/too-classic-for-me Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Thu, 09 Apr 2026 21:10:24 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/too-classic-for-me#post-2285621 Wed, 12 Oct 2022 04:24:24 +0000 Carla 2285621@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love those shoes! &nbsp;What Angie said! I think they are different from anything you already own?<i></i><div><br /></div><div>But…if&nbsp;<i>you&nbsp;</i>don’t love them, I’m sure you have other fabulous and edgy footwear in your closet.</p> <p>if you want classic,&nbsp;<i>this&nbsp;</i>is classic (Finds below). &nbsp;I&nbsp;<i>love&nbsp;</i>them for me! &nbsp;LOL!</div> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/too-classic-for-me#post-2285609 Wed, 12 Oct 2022 01:20:47 +0000 MsMaven 2285609@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I don't love these either. Much prefer the gray ones. I may be hopelessly out of date, but the loafers seem a bit awkward to me. I don't think they skew too classic. Well, maybe they do and that's why they seem awkward to me. You aren't the least bit awkward. I can't put my finger on it. If they are comfortable and make you feel great and together, go for it!&nbsp;</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/too-classic-for-me#post-2285606 Wed, 12 Oct 2022 00:57:51 +0000 Jaime 2285606@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like them a lot, but am not sure you should keep them given your ambivalence. They have texture and shine, and the lug heel and toe shape look very good to my eye. I guess you could keep them for a week or two and see if you ever feel compelled to wear them?&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/too-classic-for-me#post-2285588 Tue, 11 Oct 2022 20:28:55 +0000 celia 2285588@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think the outfit looks gorgeous with the grey boots.<br />Regarding the loafers, I don't think they read too classic and they look like are of great quality but am wondering how many times you would use them before the season changes and if next year you would be into this kind of shoe.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/too-classic-for-me#post-2285587 Tue, 11 Oct 2022 20:27:43 +0000 Stagiaire Fash 2285587@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like the ones you already have better. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/too-classic-for-me#post-2285586 Tue, 11 Oct 2022 20:26:09 +0000 Janet 2285586@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It’s always interesting when opinions are all over the place, as they are here. It reflects my own ambivalence. I think in this case it means I will return these shoes since they are not endlessly versatile and they’re expensive enough that they need to earn their keep. I have plenty of shoes/boots, so anything new needs to either really sing to me or fit a true need. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/too-classic-for-me#post-2285585 Tue, 11 Oct 2022 20:19:19 +0000 Kate 2285585@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like them, but I don't love them. I share your frustration with narrow heels. I can't wear backless shoes at all or 99% of all loafers. I much prefer your gray mules. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/too-classic-for-me#post-2285574 Tue, 11 Oct 2022 18:57:36 +0000 Angie 2285574@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I don't see classic at all! I see<b> Janet - shoe - trendy - edge</b> :)&nbsp;</p> <p>Another KILLER outfit with new concert tee! Excellent shoe and hair bookending.&nbsp;</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/too-classic-for-me#post-2285573 Tue, 11 Oct 2022 18:56:17 +0000 Jenni NZ 2285573@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I’m not good at understanding *why* I don’t like something on a person: but somehow in these pics, with these pants anyway, they don’t seem to suit you? The grey mules look way more like you?<br /> So I vote Nay, but with your styling abilities you might well put them on in a different outfit and I might love them! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/too-classic-for-me#post-2285568 Tue, 11 Oct 2022 18:46:58 +0000 Sal 2285568@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like the loafers on you- and I think you could style them well (I know you can). My question would be more around if you like them enough. If you do then they might be a wildcard for you. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/too-classic-for-me#post-2285566 Tue, 11 Oct 2022 18:27:25 +0000 Janet 2285566@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Jorja, I like those, and Paul Green is typically a good fit on my feet. However, nothing in my size, and they’re quite pricey. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/too-classic-for-me#post-2285563 Tue, 11 Oct 2022 18:03:33 +0000 Irina 2285563@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I really like them, Janet. I find them more a “classic with a twist “ than a pure “classic “ style.&nbsp;<div>To be completely honest, I like them more than the mules you are wearing in you other pictures. They look more contemporary to my eye. &nbsp;</div> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/too-classic-for-me#post-2285561 Tue, 11 Oct 2022 17:47:24 +0000 Jorja 2285561@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have a narrow heel and have ordered and returned about 6 different brands of lug sole loafers. The Paul Green loafer is the only one that didn’t slip off my heel. I took my regular size.&nbsp;<div><a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.nordstrom.com/s/naomi-platform-loafer-women/6849028">https://www.nordstrom.com/s/na.....en/6849028</a><br /></div> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/too-classic-for-me#post-2285560 Tue, 11 Oct 2022 17:47:24 +0000 Laurie 2285560@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I just want to comment that I love your outfit - such a great combo of colors, and those mules are fab. Agree with comment about grey mules complimenting your hair! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/too-classic-for-me#post-2285559 Tue, 11 Oct 2022 17:36:09 +0000 Minaminu 2285559@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>fab shoes! I wouldn't describe them as classic but understand the doubts. I think you can easily elevate them with your edgy style </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/too-classic-for-me#post-2285558 Tue, 11 Oct 2022 17:34:21 +0000 Janet 2285558@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Marlene, that has occurred to me too. This is the first autumn I have spent at home, without going on a camping trip, in a few years. So I’m wearing my “real clothes” more. Even so, I’m fine reaching for my booties and sneakers on most days. I’m definitely not feeling any urgency around this! I ordered the shoes from Zappos so it’s nice that I can take my time considering. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/too-classic-for-me#post-2285556 Tue, 11 Oct 2022 17:26:14 +0000 Marlene1 2285556@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Perhaps if you wait a month, you'll no longer have an itch for transitional shoes?&nbsp; You'll be into your awesome boot collection?&nbsp; Maybe this is just a passing fancy.... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/too-classic-for-me#post-2285550 Tue, 11 Oct 2022 16:53:54 +0000 slim cat 2285550@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Interesting shoes - wondering if they are comfortable/versatile enough. I do like grey mules much better as a softer color ( goes with your hair better I think ), nice texture and easier combo that not pulling attention too much on itself. Of course it's for you to make the final decision .<br />The graphic tee is great and I love your final outfit! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/too-classic-for-me#post-2285549 Tue, 11 Oct 2022 16:46:54 +0000 Janet 2285549@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Phoebe, I think full-cover lug soles loafers would be ideal, but they all slip off my heels! Perhaps I should expand my search for that style. They would be more versatile with a closed back.</p> <p>Sarah, I like the style of the free People shoes, but they are hot magenta — I have a really hard time styling them because the color just doesn’t show up in my wardrobe anymore. I have a copper pair that is open-toed, and they’re also harder to style these days because I’m just not wearing those colors so much. I’ve wondered about dyeing the pink ones…</p> <p>Lisa, IKWYM — our shoe style definitely intersects but is not a direct match.<br /> I do like these a lot, but the price and the lack of versatility gives me pause. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/too-classic-for-me#post-2285545 Tue, 11 Oct 2022 16:36:47 +0000 phoebe 2285545@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>They're unusual enough but the style would not be wearable enough to suit my climate in fall as it is too often rainy or damp from rain and the exposed heel would be uncomfortable. </p> <p>Clogs would not be my first choice for you either</p> <p>I think full cover loafers in a trendy style might be your best option, but I see high style in footwear that is comfortable and practical.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/too-classic-for-me#post-2285542 Tue, 11 Oct 2022 16:14:13 +0000 SarahD8 2285542@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like them and I feel like while those shoes are classic they do have a bit of a "twist" -- plus, I think those classic penny loafers can be styled in more of a punk/rocker way. It does take styling though, while I can see that your new mules are more edgy-by-default.</p> <p>Anyway, you sound a bit underwhelmed by these, and given your short wearing season for transitional footwear maybe you shouldn't settle...</p> <p>I feel like you have a couple pairs of shoes that are categorized among your "sandals" but have closed toes and could maybe be restyled for early fall wear. Like those Free People d'orsay bootie things? Is that a possibility? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/too-classic-for-me#post-2285540 Tue, 11 Oct 2022 16:08:03 +0000 LJP 2285540@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Well , I love them . But you and I don’t completely mesh on footwear tastes that I’d say you need to have them. They might be a little dressy for you ? And the grey you are wearing looks better suited to your casual vibe. I’d wear them myself with jeans and a blazer or with black cropped flares . Are we the same size ? Lol </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/too-classic-for-me#post-2285539 Tue, 11 Oct 2022 16:02:13 +0000 CarolS 2285539@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Those are great shoes, Janet! I agree they skew too classic with chinos. I'd like to see them with joggers or track pants. Even jeans, I think.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/too-classic-for-me#post-2285533 Tue, 11 Oct 2022 15:20:04 +0000 Janet 2285533@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hi all! After my fail with finding a pair of clogs that work for me, I tried a couple of other styles of transitional shoe. I already returned all sizes of the Aerosoles pictured in Finds — even sized down, they slid off my feet too easily, something I seem to experience with 99% of backless shoes I try. Even loafers with backs rarely fit well enough and slide off my narrow heels. Enter my quest for a version with a strap across the back.</p> <p>The Freda Salvador shoes, sized up, do fit me well. I even found a great half-sock that helps with comfort (<a href="https://sheecsocks.com/" rel="nofollow">https://sheecsocks.com/</a>). </p> <p>They are a really attractive, well-made shoe. But I’m wondering if they have enough edge for me. Do these skew too classic? I would have to style them mindfully because of the classic loafer profile — they skew too preppy with the chinos I’m wearing in these pictures — I think they’d work better with boyfriend jeans. </p> <p>We have such a limited wearing window for transitional footwear that I’m not sure this is the right answer. They’re spendy enough that I am not keeping them unless they’re a solid 10. What do you think, YLF friends??</p> <p>I added pics of what I’m actually wearing today. AG chinos, concert tee (Roxy Music), Levi’s deconstructed denim jacket, Bao Bao bag, Dolce Vita mules. As you can see, these mules work for me because of the small edge on the back of the heel, which helps keep them on my feet. I also have two sets of tongue pads in the inside, which helps take up the extra room! Maybe I can make do just fine with only gray mules instead of adding more black footwear… </p>