I hadn't thought about footless tights. The safari dress is slit up pretty far, and I was considering having another button hole put in, but I'm worried that will reduce my range of motion a lot, and it will be at least $20 or so at a tailor (my tailor is expensive). I'd rather spend that money on a pair of leggings that will add some polish to the outfit, and will be something I can wear later in the fall as well. I feel the same way about white as you do, Maya. I thought cream would be a lot softer and warmer (and especially good for fall). I'll go to Nordie's BP department and see what I can find, and last resort, I'll wear white.