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Keep or Return: Funky Sandal Boots

Kappy

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I'm still looking for some comfy summer sandals. I just got these Rieker Kimberly 92 sandals in Dust/Smoke from Zappos. I am not a heel person, but these are sooooo comfy (yes, I do consider these to be heels ..... for me, LOL). Should I keep (Yay) or return (Nay)? I'd like to be able to wear them with shorts and/or skirts.

http://www.Zappos.com/product/7775849

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rosee

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These are out of my style range, but I am basing my opinion on the photos. I like them on you, and they work well with your outfit. Your legs are slim so that style looks fine (on my legs it would be a different story). I say Keep!

AJ

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I like them with the outfit you have on! Since they have a thick ankle band, I would pair them with bottoms that are just above the knee, so you don't lose the leg line.

Enjoy!

annette

Sorry, I am not a fan. I think they shorten people's leg line. I know they are very stylish and the ones you have chosen are cute, but another style would be more flattering in my opinion.

Kappy

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rosee, these are out of my style range too. They are kind of biker chick looking which is so not my style. Bur for some reason I just love them!

AJ

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Yep, YLF will do that to you, Kappy! : )

Before YLF, I would never have thought to buy a moto jacket or studs on anything. Now I enjoy touches of edgy/rock.

Kappy

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AJ, thanks. I was trying to find a sample outfit that might work with the shoes so it's good to know this might work. And you are right about YLF changing what I like!

Misia

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Keep, if you love them!!!
I think it would look great too if you could put on something less flowy and more structured on top. Like a fitted short summer weight, and lets say white maybe, just thinking out loud here, lol

Kappy

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Annette, I agree they do shorten the leg line. I wish they were a little lighter to blend better with my skintone. I need to be sure I'll actually wear them if I keep them.

kellygirl

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I think they are really fun and edgy and look great with the bermudas. Honestly, you have such a long leg line already that I wouldn't worry about the ankle straps--they look fab. I like the subtle color too--looks versatile. Fun summer sandal : )

Angie

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Big yes from me. These are KILLER.

CocoLion

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Any time you love something you should go for it. However I think they will take some effort to style. I like them with these shorts, but I think the top(s) need to be edgier. The under layer is a good length on you but it is a little too conservative for the shoes I think.
There's something a little Boho about these, what about a Boho style top?

Scarlet

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I voted YAY! I just saw someone walking down the street yesterday in very similar shoes and I thought she looked great. I always thought they would shorten the leg line too much, but she was wearing long shorts and looked super. I think they were above the knee but I can't remember. I think you can wear this outfit as is, but I also like the ideas of slightly shorter hemline and a less flowy top. Cool!

Marigold

I love them! But I love any sandal with an ankle cuff, great style IMO. Looks good with your outfit, too, adds a cool edge. Keep!

Lisa

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I like them, even nice with this outfit. Great find!

Jonesy

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I really love this style of sandal! I have some myself with an ankle cuff--I just love this look! I think these look great on you!

Alecia

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I voted yes. I have heavy legs and think these wouldn't be good for me but I love to look at them on others. You have shown how to do it. I love the entire outfit.

Louise

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I love them. I'm a huge Reiker fan I'm on my fourth pair and they are sooooo comfy x

rute

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Love them! The nude color helps to avoid the shortening effect!

Anonymous

I find them a bit too trendy in the wrong way ( trendy last summer), sorry. The color makes them a little better but the overall shape looks like it needs some effort to style. Still, if you personally like them, know you've gams to wear them

Sarah

I think they're adorable, but just haven't hit my style radar, I have really short legs that are very stove-pipe-y so they don't flatter me. LOVE the shoes though!